No, it's not how I feel about me and Pebbles' relationship at this point in time...it's actually the title of a new documentary in circulation on HBO. It's a gritty, down to earth view of two crack/heroine addicted couples living on the streets of New York. Click here if you want to visit the directors' website and learn about the film. Man, all I can say is that the movie really got me thinking about the human condition...what is it about the nature of man that inspires us to become addicted to any and everything? sex, food, drugs, you name it.
The thing that disturbed me most about this film is the fact that the two couples interviewed knew that they were addicts and even knew that they would spend any money they got on drugs, yet they seemed resigned to the fact that they would keep doing it over and over again, regardless of the consequences. 'Tis indeed a screwed up affair!
The movie made me realize how much of a hold these drugs have on peoples' lives, from the mere fact that one of the addicts lost a tiny packet of dope, not even as big as one of those little bags of salt you get in restaurants, and it was as if his entire world had come to a screeching halt! He later found it, after retracing all his steps, rummaging through garbage bags, and finally finding it in a pool of grime.
I used to hear of people doing incredible, almost unbelievable, things for crack...sure, I laugh when I see Dave Chappelle making fun of crackheads as his Tyrone Biggums character. But when you see a dude really sucking d**k for crack, then you realize the graveness of the situation! I was shocked at the ingenious methods people would use to get money to buy drugs. Who would think to rummage around in the garbage for old recipts from some store, walk into the store, find the item(s) on the recipts (in said store), place them in one of the store's bags, then take it to the returns area and get the money back! I surely wouldn't think about doing something like that (in my sane mind), would you?
Anyhow, give the movie a watch if you can. I only hope to God that whenever I have kids I can raise them right and steer them away from drugs. It is a dangerous world out there!
The thing that disturbed me most about this film is the fact that the two couples interviewed knew that they were addicts and even knew that they would spend any money they got on drugs, yet they seemed resigned to the fact that they would keep doing it over and over again, regardless of the consequences. 'Tis indeed a screwed up affair!
The movie made me realize how much of a hold these drugs have on peoples' lives, from the mere fact that one of the addicts lost a tiny packet of dope, not even as big as one of those little bags of salt you get in restaurants, and it was as if his entire world had come to a screeching halt! He later found it, after retracing all his steps, rummaging through garbage bags, and finally finding it in a pool of grime.
I used to hear of people doing incredible, almost unbelievable, things for crack...sure, I laugh when I see Dave Chappelle making fun of crackheads as his Tyrone Biggums character. But when you see a dude really sucking d**k for crack, then you realize the graveness of the situation! I was shocked at the ingenious methods people would use to get money to buy drugs. Who would think to rummage around in the garbage for old recipts from some store, walk into the store, find the item(s) on the recipts (in said store), place them in one of the store's bags, then take it to the returns area and get the money back! I surely wouldn't think about doing something like that (in my sane mind), would you?
Anyhow, give the movie a watch if you can. I only hope to God that whenever I have kids I can raise them right and steer them away from drugs. It is a dangerous world out there!
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It's really sad to see how crack cocaine and other drugs have influenced the communities...pitiful
alot of people start out of curiosity thinking that they can beat the game and stop before they get addicted. oh just let me try one time. next thing you know they are crack whores . real sad thing so I think the best bet is just never start.
Re this dope bid'ness, I didn't see the documentary, but with my personal experieces with addiction, both my own and others, well, I understand where you're coming from. Rude bwoy, my addiction to sex was the worst thing I ever came across! When Nikki Nova, Bambi Bliss and Jade Hsu begged me to come "put it on" pon dem, I just couldn't help myself! I was weak, I know, and I am so ashamed! I even let Jade's bredrin take pictures of us together, my yute! Anyway, I am getting help, and I hope and pray that I am past all that now. Trust me when I tell you, I know what it feels like!
Fun and joke aside, I re-iterate what you said re my being able to steer MBJr clear of shyte like this. Its really a very serious topic. Is the rum that made me post something like this, on such a serious topic! I'm weak, I guess... Selah!
Remember to link me, zeen?
As you say, bring them up with values and a safety net (you as a parent) and then just PRAY that when (not if) when faced with that decision they will make the right one!!!!!
Ciya