I had a great discussion with a friend of mine about recognizing when a person is right for you. You just know they’re the one. It’s your soul recognizing its counterpart in another. I will say this, if you’re not in tune with who you are, then you may miss the signs. Sometimes the signs are subtle. Sometimes they gobsmack you in the face.
Does your heart sing when you see their face or hear their voice? Or, is it subtle, like that person is always on your mind? You see and hear their name everywhere. You wonder how their day is going. You’re wondering what they’re doing. You see their achievements and you cheer them on in the background. You wonder what it would be like to spend time with them. You may even imagine spending time with them. You wonder what you would say if you did spend time together.
This person is the one. However, whether out of fear or career choice, you never pursue it. You don’t take that leap of faith. You stay with the familiar. It’s easier. It doesn’t require any risk. It’s simple and easy. Unfortunately, those relationships don’t last. Even worse, some choose to remain single out of fear. Also, you must avoid the hookups and friends with benefits route. This often leads to disastrous results—misunderstandings, one-sided love, and broken hearts—who wants that?
Some people allow that one opportunity to live an extraordinary life to disappear because they are too afraid to just say, “Hello.” The one for you doesn’t come wrapped in an obvious package. You typically meet them under non-typical circumstances. That alone strikes fear in some. It’s not what they’re used to. If you truly want to be happy, then you’re going to have to trust yourself. – Trust yourself and tell yourself you deserve to be happy. Stop the excuses, like you’re too busy to date. That person will understand your lifestyle and flow with you, not against you because you’re a team, a partnership, a union. They will get “you” and all your quirks, nuances, passions, and interests. They will uplift, strengthen, encourage, support, and help you be a better human.
So, stop being lost in what-ifs, ands, and buts. It’s your life. Live it. Life is short enough as it is! Stop waiting for that perfect moment! There’s no such thing. Oh, and it’s called faith. Leap!
I must confess that I have an obsession with romance —in a healthy, good, and spiritual way. Love is like a unique gift. At every opportunity, it should be celebrated and shown appreciation. While considering which movies to cover, I thought I do a mix of older movies with newer ones. My list exhibits a real passion for unconditional love. There were so many excellent movies to feature. It was a challenge to choose just ten.
I sat down and finalized my list of 10 Popcorn-Worthy African-American Films to Watch on Any Day of the Week that you can enjoy. Keep reading to find one you may want to watch.
Boomerang (1992)
[su_quote cite=”Angela”]What do you know about love? What could you possibly know about love? You know, I’m sick and tired of men using love as if it’s some disease you just catch. Love should have brought your ass home last night.[/su_quote]
The film is classic. This movie was filmed during a time, when Eddie Murphy, Halle Berry, and Robin Givens were on the brink of superstardom. Eddie plays Marcus, an arrogant, womanizing ad executive. His casual attitude towards romance is matched by gorgeous Jacqueline (Robin Givens). Jacqueline soon has Marcus thinking of committing, but she’s not ready to take that step. Soon Marcus finds himself developing feelings for the sweet and kind Angela (Halle Berry). Things get sticky when Marcus believes he can have his cake and eat it, too.
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Poetic Justice (1993)
[su_quote cite=”Justice”]Alone Lying, thinking last night How to find my soul a home Where water is not thirsty And bread loaf is not stone I came up with one thing And I don’t believe I’m wrong That nobody, but nobody Can make it out here alone Alone, all alone Nobody, but nobody Can make it out here alone There are some millionaires With money they can’t use Their wives run ’round like banshees Their children sing the blues They’ve got expensive doctors to cure Their hearts of stone But nobody, no, nobody Can make it out here alone Now if you listen closely I’ll tell you what I know Storm clouds are gathering The wind is gonna blow The race of man is suffering And I can hear the moan ‘Cause nobody, but nobody Can make it out here alone Alone, all alone Nobody, but nobody Can make it out here alone[/su_quote]
Hairdresser Justice (Janet Jackson) is grieving over her murdered boyfriend. She uses poetry to hide the pain and shield her from hurting. Justice finds herself drawing close to Lucky (Tupac Shakur) after a rough start. Is she ready to allow her heart to sing, again?
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Love and Basketball (2000)
[su_quote cite=”Monica”][reads note] Q, you are SO fine. I been wantin’ to get with you. Take me to the Spring Dance and I promise I’ll leave you satisfied.[/su_quote]
Is it right for friends to become lovers? Monica (Sanaa Lathan) and Quincy (Omar Epps) are two childhood friends. They dream of becoming professional basketball players, but their dream risk tearing them apart. Will love prevail?
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Waiting to Exhale (1995)
[su_quote cite=”Savannah Jackson”]So what do you think, Robin? I’ve love this man forever. And now that we’ve got another chance, I don’t want to blow it by making him think I don’t have any faith in him. You know what I mean?[/su_quote]
Girlfriends unite! When it comes to a bad relationship, these four friends join together to support Bernadine (Angela Bassett). Her husband leaves their 11-year marriage for his mistress. What role models she has. A couple of her friends are mistresses, too. Savannah (Whitney Houston) and Robin (Lela Rochon) are in relationships with married men. Only Gloria (Loretta Devine) finds love the old-fashioned way. Will their friendship survive?
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How Stella Got Her Groove Back (1998)
[su_quote cite=”Stella Payne”]This from the guy who makes a midnight run to the video store and comes back with Booty Call and the Lion King![/su_quote]
Stella (Angela Bassett) is a career woman. At the age of 40, she flies to the islands with her bestie Delilah (Whoopi Goldberg). Stella finds herself in a relationship with Winston (Taye Diggs), who is 20 years her junior. Can Stella allow this relationship to flourish, or will she realize the age difference is too high?
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The Best Man (1999)
[su_quote cite=”Julian Murch”]Shelby, it’s over. I am not the man for you and you are not the woman for me so let’s just stop fooling ourselves. I hope you find what you’re looking for, because that’s exactly what I plan to do. I have to go. Bye, Shelby.[/su_quote]
Bachelor Harper Stewart (Taye Diggs) writes a tell-all book about his best friends. He hopes no one discovers his deception, while he is the best man at his friend Lance’s (Morris Chestnut) wedding. Things get sticky when an advance copy of his book is obtained by his ex-girlfriend, Jordan Armstrong (Nia Long). Will their friendship weather this firestorm?
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Think Like a Man (2012)
[su_quote cite=”Cedric”]What do you call the three rings of marriage? Engagement ring, wedding ring and suffering.[/su_quote]
The ladies have a plan and that plan is to get hitched. They’re tired of their boyfriends’ non-commit issues. Dominic (Michael Ealy), Jeremy (Jerry Ferrara), Michael (Terrence J) and Zeke (Romany Malco) are enjoying life “as is.” Throw Steve Harvey into the mix and prepare to laugh out loud over their antics.
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Jumping the Broom (2011)
[su_quote cite=”Mrs. Watson”]Life is like a disco, no matter how the music changes, you just keep on dancing.[/su_quote]
Loretta Devine and Angela Bassett reign supreme in this dramedy. Sabrina Watson (Paula Patton) is a successful corporate attorney when she meets and falls in love with Jason Taylor (Laz Alonso). Jason has his own measure of success and it’s not as old-money as Sabrina’s aristocratic family. The old money and new money clash over overindulgence, lies and keeping up appearances. Will Sabrina and Jason jump the broom?
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Purple Rain (1984)
[su_quote cite=”Father”]I can make you, happy. If you just believe in me. Yeah, if you just believe in me.[/su_quote]
Prince and Apollonia became the poster couple of the world thanks to the release of “Purple Rain.” Kid (Prince) is dealing with anger issues. His father abuses his mother and he feels helpless to stop it. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree when the Kid begins abusing his girlfriend, Apollonia (Apollonia Kotero). Their relationship is rocky. Add the vindictive antagonist, Morris (Morris Day) and the Kid starts to go down with the count. Will Kid make his mark as a musician and heal his broken relationship with Apollonia?
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Why Did I Get Married (2007)
[su_quote cite=”Terry”]What kind of a man has to make an appointment to sleep with his wife?[/su_quote]
Vacationing with friends can lead to some impressive outcomes. Eight married friends come to terms with their relationships, which includes infidelity, mutual trust, and respect. Needless to say, the couple struggles to keep their marriages intact. Will they be able to heal old wounds, or will new wounds appear?
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