  Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 1 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Hello fellow Detroit posters, I am new to the boards and just registered yesterday. I wanted to take time to introduce myself and tell you how happy I am to see that Detroit is on the rebound, at least from what I have been reading in recent weeks. I am a 17 year-old from Lexington, KY and I have read a lot of information and history on Detroit for quite some time and I love reading about it. I plan on moving to Detroit the first chance I get after finishing high school. But I certainly am very enlightened and glad to see that work is being done to improve the city and make it respectable once again. My entire family is from Chicago, Illinois and I get sick of hearing them boast about Chicago and look down upon "The Motor City". From the first time I read about Detroit and saw pictures of the city, I fell in love with it and vowed that I would one day reside there. I just wanted to let you all know how happy I am to be on here and I look forward to sharing my thoughts and opinions with you residents of Metro Detroit and look forward to hearing your insight on "The Motor City". Thanks and God Bless, Steve | ||
Paulmcall Member Username: Paulmcall Post Number: 682 Registered: 05-2004 Posted From: 68.40.119.216 |
What kind of a job will you have when you move here? | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 2 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
I plan on majoring in sports journalism or broadcasting in college so I hope to cover the Pistons or Tigers as a sports writer or maybe even a radio or TV broadcaster locally. | ||
Vic_doucette Member Username: Vic_doucette Post Number: 274 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 69.208.125.117 |
So you're planning on starving, then? | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 5 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
And what do you mean by that? What's wrong with covering the sports scene in Detroit? | ||
Gistok Member Username: Gistok Post Number: 2227 Registered: 08-2004 Posted From: 4.229.105.167 |
Welcome to the forum Lex! | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 6 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Thanks!! It's great to be here! I hope to learn a lot more about the Metro Detroit Area and all the good things Detroit has to offer!! | ||
Livedog2 Member Username: Livedog2 Post Number: 321 Registered: 03-2006 Posted From: 24.223.133.177 |
Don't pay any attention to the bad mannered people you will encounter on this site at times, Lexdetroitman_07. Most people here are intelligent, informed, helpful and incredible researchers. Welcome Lexdetroitman_07! Livedog2 | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 7 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Thanks Livedog2!!!  | ||
Rrl Member Username: Rrl Post Number: 514 Registered: 12-2003 Posted From: 209.181.212.60 |
Don't pay any attention Lex, they're just breakin' balls. Welcome. There's always room for new, young, enthusiastic folks in this town. However, it may be tough to walk right in and get the sports anchor spot on the 11 o'clock news, Bernie & Don won't be giving those up anytime soon. A old buddy of mine did the same, but to break into TV, he had to go to a small market, Alpena, MI. I've lost track of where he's at lately, but I think he's moved up to a slightly bigger market like GR or South Bend. There's abundant sports radio in this town, and much of it needs an enema, so there are possibilities. | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 8 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Thanks Rrl, I understand how hard it is to get to the top in any type of business and I plan on working very hard to get to the top and hopefully give Detroit some national attention for the great city it is and the good people in the city that make it work and keep it alive every day!!! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Motorcitymayor2026 Member Username: Motorcitymayor2026 Post Number: 862 Registered: 10-2005 Posted From: 24.231.189.137 |
Welcome to the Forum from a fellow youngster | ||
Ed_golick Member Username: Ed_golick Post Number: 258 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 69.246.55.51 |
Vic is a good guy. He's just tellin' it like it is. | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 9 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Thanks Motorcitymayor2026, it's good to see another younger poster that has an interest in the goodwill of Detroit!! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Livernoisyard Member Username: Livernoisyard Post Number: 781 Registered: 10-2004 Posted From: 69.242.223.42 |
Vic's just relating the simple facts of life. Apparently, Lex has bought into a lot of BS that way too often school teachers (who possess few, if any, real-life experiences) tell their students: "You can do whatever you set out to do." The print and broadcast industries are hardly in any need of workers as they barely have enough work to go around as it is. Besides, journalism has been a "basket-weaving" major in college for decades, and it pays near the bottom for college grads on account of the large number of grads in that area. The few gainfully employed are not going to stand by idly while some wide-eyed puppies take away their jobs. | ||
Susanarosa Member Username: Susanarosa Post Number: 859 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 69.219.20.27 |
True dat. Desiree Cooper scared me out of journalism my freshman year. Thank you Desiree. | ||
Haydenth Member Username: Haydenth Post Number: 70 Registered: 05-2005 Posted From: 69.215.244.223 |
"But I certainly am very enlightened and glad to see that work is being done to improve the city and make it respectable once again." Thanks for your kind words. I'm glad that our city is finally starting to gain respect among 17 year olds living in Kentucky. Detroit's had a hard time since the decline of the auto biz, but it's always been a respectable, honest, and hard working city. To me, THATS respect, not fancy exterior lighting on buildings downtown. | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 16 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
I agree 100 % Haydenth, I have been to Chicago many times and see all the things they have to offer and they flaunt it as soon as you hit the CBD. I have much more respect for a city like Detroit that has worked for all that they have and continue to work hard for the living that they have achieved. All of those fancy bells and whistles in Chicago are nice, but they don't mean a thing without the work that it takes to achieve that success, like Detroit has been doing. Thanks for the response. I love Detroit and hold it in high regards, much higher than New York, LA, and Chicago. I consider Detroit, Michigan a true "American" city with an American Dream that is still alive today!!! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Bearinabox Member Username: Bearinabox Post Number: 22 Registered: 04-2006 Posted From: 69.209.153.29 |
"I'm glad that our city is finally starting to gain respect among 17 year olds living in Kentucky." At one time, they made up a significant chunk of Detroit's population growth. Maybe the renewed interest in Detroit among young Kentuckians is a sign that the city is coming back... | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 17 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
I sure hope so, I do know that many people in my classes at school seem to look down upon the Detroit as one big "hood" or "ghetto", but that just brings out their ignorance and lack of knowledge in the subject matter. I truly understand what this city is going through and I hope that when I get there, I can help in any way I can to assist in the reconstruction of The D!!! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Haydenth Member Username: Haydenth Post Number: 71 Registered: 05-2005 Posted From: 69.215.244.223 |
Have you been to Detroit? | ||
Kathleen Member Username: Kathleen Post Number: 1348 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 69.14.122.57 |
Welcome to the Forum, Lexdetroitman_07!! Sounds like you have yet to visit Detroit...please let us know when that happens so that we can help you make the most of your visit. | ||
Dillpicklesoup Member Username: Dillpicklesoup Post Number: 1 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 64.7.188.11 |
Welcome to the "D"- I am new to the boards myself- It's a great old town- She's a tough old broad! I am a poet and an artist- So- if anyone has any hot spots for art in the "D"- I'd like to hear about it- thanks! | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 18 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
You're right, I have not yet visited Detroit, but I plan on going this summer sometime, but if not I will definitely visit next year on my spring break or during summmer. However, I keep close watch on news surrounding Detroit and the Metro Area and constantly search for all good news that helps the city in any way. But when I do make my way up to Detroit, I will definitely give everyone the heads up so maybe I can meet up with you all and share my insights and listen to your wisdom from living here for so long. Thanks very much!!! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Motorcitymayor2026 Member Username: Motorcitymayor2026 Post Number: 866 Registered: 10-2005 Posted From: 24.231.189.137 |
Lex- Shoot me an email at nickq9488 @ yahoo dot com when you get a chance, and definetly let us know when you visit | ||
Deputy_mayor_2026 Member Username: Deputy_mayor_2026 Post Number: 60 Registered: 04-2006 Posted From: 205.188.116.137 |
Greetings! I also am an adolescent and Detroit fan, however, it is less unusual for me as I have lived in southeastern Michigan all of my life. | ||
Knocturnal Member Username: Knocturnal Post Number: 124 Registered: 10-2004 Posted From: 24.247.222.121 |
all of this young enthusiasm makes me want to reach for the jesus juice | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 21 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Deputy_mayor_2026, thanks for the greeting!! Good to see another young Detroit fan on the boards!!! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Eric Member Username: Eric Post Number: 468 Registered: 11-2004 Posted From: 35.11.210.161 |
Jacko is that you? | ||
Merchantgander Member Username: Merchantgander Post Number: 1842 Registered: 01-2005 Posted From: 150.198.150.244 |
Livedog2, I agree with your assessment but unfortunately you do not fit that description. | ||
Livedog2 Member Username: Livedog2 Post Number: 323 Registered: 03-2006 Posted From: 24.223.133.177 |
Your cattiness is so gay Mr. or is that Ms. Sterling Heights AKA Merchantgander!  Livedog2 | ||
E_hemingway Member Username: E_hemingway Post Number: 710 Registered: 11-2004 Posted From: 68.42.176.123 |
Welcome to the forum Lexdetroitman_07. Fair warning about experiencing Detroit and journalism, both can be a rollercoaster ride. Neither are for the faint of heart. Where do you plan on going to college? | ||
Goat Member Username: Goat Post Number: 8519 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 67.71.57.39 |
...and with that post Livedog2, Merchantgander is correct. Way to back up his point with that stupidity. | ||
Livernoisyard Member Username: Livernoisyard Post Number: 784 Registered: 10-2004 Posted From: 69.242.223.42 |
Livedog2: "Your cattiness is so gay..." Is this thread now turning into a cat or dog debate? | ||
Kova Member Username: Kova Post Number: 7 Registered: 12-2003 Posted From: 63.77.247.130 |
Spring break in detroit, who would have thought you should get that " I vacation in Detroit" T- shirt those urban hipsters wear. Do you plan on going to school here in MI? Word of advice on Detroit, you will see great beauty here in the good and the bad, but dont let your "love" for the city blind you of what is really going on. | ||
Eastsidedog Member Username: Eastsidedog Post Number: 450 Registered: 03-2006 Posted From: 68.20.140.8 |
Kova, I don't know "urban hipsters" who wear those shirts. The people that wear those shirts are the same ones that wear the "sorry we missed you" shirts. | ||
Livedog2 Member Username: Livedog2 Post Number: 324 Registered: 03-2006 Posted From: 24.223.133.177 |
Been waiting for that opportunity for awhile since you got your chain jerked, eh Goat? We both know where we stand with each other so I'll let it be what it is because talk is cheap! Livedog2 | ||
Goat Member Username: Goat Post Number: 8521 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 67.71.57.39 |
I'm not sure about you but I never had my chain jerked Livedog2. I agree, talk is cheap. | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 22 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
I am entering my senior year of high school next year and I plan on attending the University of Kentucky for a year or two to get my feet wet in the college experience but I plan to transfer to some college in the Metro Detroit Area or perhaps Ann Arbor or East Lansing as soon as the opportunity arises. Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Tayshaun22 Member Username: Tayshaun22 Post Number: 206 Registered: 02-2005 Posted From: 69.14.101.116 |
I think you need to move to Taylor first before experiencing Detroit. | ||
Haydenth Member Username: Haydenth Post Number: 79 Registered: 05-2005 Posted From: 67.107.50.35 |
Lex, you got all these plans now. They'll change once you go to college - trust me. You never know what life is going to throw you. Maybe one day, you'll end up in Detroit though. Best of luck. | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 25 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
I don't have any doubts in my mind that I will be in Detroit one day, I don't think I could live anywhere else. Despite everything that I have heard, I believe it's my kind of city and I am destined to be a part of it one day! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
The_aram Member Username: The_aram Post Number: 4910 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 68.41.124.8 |
Haydenth hits it right on the head. Don't narrow yourself now- I absolutely guarantee that once you get to college you'll find many, many other things that strike your fancy in places you'd least expect to do so. I look at my interests and goals now and compare them to what they were this time two years ago, and everything is completely different. That's the same advice I gave to MCM and his Deputy, and they seemed a little less responsive than I would have expected. Don't narrow your future to living in Detroit because you liked what you saw on a website. Go to college, be open to change, and don't be afraid to try new things. | ||
Super_d Member Username: Super_d Post Number: 899 Registered: 08-2005 Posted From: 70.88.106.173 |
Lexdetroitman_07, you seem 'fake' as a 3 dollar bill! Go play somewhere else! super d(motordetroit) | ||
The_aram Member Username: The_aram Post Number: 4913 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 68.41.124.8 |
Super_d, maybe he can come hang out with you up in Fenton and listen to some disco records. | ||
Deputy_mayor_2026 Member Username: Deputy_mayor_2026 Post Number: 64 Registered: 04-2006 Posted From: 64.12.116.204 |
I have seen a lot more of Detroit than from a website. | ||
Haydenth Member Username: Haydenth Post Number: 80 Registered: 05-2005 Posted From: 67.107.50.35 |
Google Earth doesn't count. | ||
Deputy_mayor_2026 Member Username: Deputy_mayor_2026 Post Number: 66 Registered: 04-2006 Posted From: 64.12.116.204 |
I wish my computer, or internet connection rather, could run it. But no, I am not counting Google Earth, thank you very much. | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 26 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Super_d, it's too bad you have to make a judgement like that without even meeting someone. I have nothing but respect for your city and you have to make an idiotic comment like that. I'm not some stupid poster who just goes around spreading BS, I actually have a life. I joined this forum because I care about Detroit and I would love to learn more about the city and hopefully find some good people if I happen to end up in Detroit someday. Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Eric_c Member Username: Eric_c Post Number: 765 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 68.76.202.10 |
Don't even read Super-dumb's posts, Lex. He doesn't live anywhere near here, either. He lives in a rural community about an hour away from the city. No one knows why he posts here - he contributes nothing and many suspect he's off his meds. | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 27 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Thanks Eric_c! Nice to meet you!! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Super_d Member Username: Super_d Post Number: 900 Registered: 08-2005 Posted From: 70.88.106.173 |
or he can hang-out wit' me on 32nd and W.Warren...and yeah, I get down wit' T-connection, Positive Force, Witch Queen, Donna Summers, as well as P-Funk, Brass Construction, JB and PE, BDP, Gangstarr, Coltrane, Brubeck, Herbie, Sinatra, etc..... The young'n can come on down in the 'hood' if he want to__ just as long as he follow the rules! better yet 'The aram', maybe you and the young'n can go play 'hop-scotch'. super d(motordetroit) | ||
Haydenth Member Username: Haydenth Post Number: 82 Registered: 05-2005 Posted From: 67.107.50.35 |
Say hi to Big Tone for me next time you're out on 32nd and Warren, Super_d. | ||
Kimmiann Member Username: Kimmiann Post Number: 37 Registered: 10-2005 Posted From: 155.139.50.15 |
Oh, c'mon you guys, leave the kid alone. Don't any of you remember what it was to be young and idealistic? And don't you have anything better to do? Welcome, Lex, and don't pay any attention to these old grumps! | ||
Super_d Member Username: Super_d Post Number: 901 Registered: 08-2005 Posted From: 70.88.106.173 |
aaaah', ain't that nice__ white on white love, how 'sub-urban'! super d(motordetroit) | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 28 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Thanks Kimmiann!! It's good to be here, I think haha! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Oliverdouglas Member Username: Oliverdouglas Post Number: 17 Registered: 02-2006 Posted From: 69.215.66.154 |
Lot's of snarky people on this forum - not just this thread. As if snark were an ends, not a means. Pay no attention Lex. I was born and raised in Livonia and never got anywhere near the city till I was a senior in High School. I've lived all but 2 of the last 30 yaers in the city; I experience occasional frustration and disappointment with life in the city, but never seriously consider moving elswhere. I'm trying to be part of the solution. Whether your career plans change or not, your enthusiasm and idealism are a breath of fresh air. Welcome to our community. | ||
Eric_c Member Username: Eric_c Post Number: 766 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 68.76.202.10 |
...oh, yeah, and he comes to Detroit for a few hours each month to hang out at raves. He's a pretty bad-ass SOB for a White boy! | ||
Super_d Member Username: Super_d Post Number: 902 Registered: 08-2005 Posted From: 70.88.106.173 |
"Say hi to Big Tone...." 'Big Tone' don't say hi! super d(motordetroit) | ||
Merchantgander Member Username: Merchantgander Post Number: 1850 Registered: 01-2005 Posted From: 150.198.150.244 |
Super_D someone posted your myspace account and everyone knows you are a white guy that lives on the west side of the state. Give up the act. I'm sure it was fun while it lasted. | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 30 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Oliverdouglas, Thanks very much for the kind words!! Good to find some good people. A lot of people down here in Lexington have their noses a bit out of joint! Don't know why, but I'm definitely looking for a change and I hope Detroit can be that change for me!! Thank you very much! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Czar Member Username: Czar Post Number: 3092 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 129.137.189.221 |
Big Tone don't exist. | ||
Haydenth Member Username: Haydenth Post Number: 83 Registered: 05-2005 Posted From: 67.107.50.35 |
How can you say commit such heresay! Of course Big Tone exists! Super_d says so! Haven't you ever been to Warren and 32nd?! | ||
Rsa Member Username: Rsa Post Number: 861 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 70.225.119.196 |
welcome to the forum lex. ms. rsa originally hails from j-town, so i'm a little familiar with your neck of the woods a few pieces of advice/opinions: -there a few people here that like to use the forum as a soapbox to posture. you'll quickly learn how to notice them and ignore it. -coming from another field of sutdy that is fairly intense, opportunity limited, and low paying; just stick with it as long as you love it. don't expect a whole lot from it and it'll end up being its own reward. but if you expect money, fame, etc. (which it doesn't sound like you are) look elsewhere. it also doesn't hurt to keep your options open regardless. -don't rule out schools in the city, there are many great ones: university of detroit mercy (has a very good english & journalism dept.), wayne state, etc. -move right away. you'll enter into school with many people in the same boat at the same age. makes it much easier to get accustomed to things and make friends. also is much easier than transfering schools (credits, etc.) and environments. -when you get here, join volunteer groups. preservation wayne, detroit synergy, etc. they will put you in touch with a lot of peopleand a lot of people that share your interest (detroit). also a great way to eventually make a lot of professional connections. well, there's my $.02, hope it helps. -RSA (RockStArchitect) | ||
Kimmiann Member Username: Kimmiann Post Number: 38 Registered: 10-2005 Posted From: 155.139.50.15 |
"aaaah', ain't that nice__ white on white love, how 'sub-urban'!" Super_d - what are you trying to say here? | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 31 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Rsa, I am familiar with J-town, good to meet a fellow Kentuckian!! Thanks for the welcome and the advice, I will definitely take it all into consideration. Look forward to speaking with you in the future!! Thanks Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Rsa Member Username: Rsa Post Number: 862 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 70.225.119.196 |
whoops, you're from lexington not louisville, nevermind about the jeffersontown comment... | ||
Super_d Member Username: Super_d Post Number: 903 Registered: 08-2005 Posted From: 70.88.106.173 |
'Merchantganger' stated....
are you serious dog!? This is the account Lowell log me in with....I ain't got nutt'n to do with that! What you should say is, more than likely 90 percent of the forums members have never lived in Detroit! I have lived in many areas in Detroit, including Downtown, the Riverfront, New Center, Cass Corridor, Rosedale Park, and now in Southwest Detroit. Hey kid! just to let you know, the 'real city' of Detroit is 90% BLACK! (oops) still comming? super d(motordetroit) | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 33 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Hey buddy, why don't you shut your mouth, black people are people too. I have no problem with anybody, unless they wanna run their mouth, like you obviously like to do. What are you, a wigger?...That's too bad you aren't comfortable with your own race and nationality you have to act black. Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Rrl Member Username: Rrl Post Number: 517 Registered: 12-2003 Posted From: 209.181.212.60 |
Lex- learn to ignore the race-baiters, your experience here will be much more fulfilling. (Message edited by rrl on June 02, 2006) | ||
Goat Member Username: Goat Post Number: 8525 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 67.71.57.39 |
Listen Super_d (as in "d" is for disco). We know you are as white as milk, love disco and fronting with a "posse". We know you live in some hick 'burg spinning Diana Ross with a hip hop slant to all of the grade 9's in your basement. Quit pretending! | ||
Eric_c Member Username: Eric_c Post Number: 767 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 68.76.202.10 |
"Southwest Detroit" = "Fenton, MI" | ||
Haydenth Member Username: Haydenth Post Number: 84 Registered: 05-2005 Posted From: 67.107.50.35 |
Let's not drag disco into this. What has disco done to you? | ||
Oliverdouglas Member Username: Oliverdouglas Post Number: 18 Registered: 02-2006 Posted From: 69.215.66.154 |
Don't go there, Lex. It's a waste of time. Detroit is 90% black, but not 90% assholes. Ignore people like SuperD. I have lived in the city most of my adult life and occasionally encounter hostility; it's a problem throughout this region and has as much to do with Detroit's problems as the economy (chicken or egg). Nearly all my neighbors are black,but I've never for even a split second suspected that I was unwelcome. Green Acres is a great neighborhood! The fact is that most Detroiters are good people (if, understandably, a little distrustful at first). Don't be too quick to assume ulterior motives, nor respond when people assume them of you. Move on. (Message edited by oliverdouglas on June 02, 2006) | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 35 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Oliverdouglas, I understand that completely and thanks for the info. I understand some of the problems that are happening due to that, but I believe it's nothing that can't be fixed or at least I hope it can be!! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Rsa Member Username: Rsa Post Number: 863 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 70.225.119.196 |
actually, it'd my fiance (ms. rsa) that is originally from kentucky. i'm a michigan-lifer. i'll pass on the kind words tho... | ||
Mw2gs Member Username: Mw2gs Post Number: 198 Registered: 03-2005 Posted From: 68.77.160.204 |
Lex....What does it mean to act "black"? I'm a little confused....Can you clear this up for me? | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 38 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Sure thing Mw2gs--I will use a reference from urbandictionary.com: WIGGER--A male caucasion, usually born and raised in the suburbs that displays a strong desire to emulate African American Hip Hop culture and style through "Bling" fashion and generally accepted "thug life" guiding principles. | ||
Susanarosa Member Username: Susanarosa Post Number: 861 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 208.39.170.90 |
Or, as I like to refer to it: The worst slang word in the world. | ||
Super_d Member Username: Super_d Post Number: 904 Registered: 08-2005 Posted From: 70.88.106.173 |
I glad you think Black people are people too! (lol) Ya' see, he's gonna arrive in the 'D', talk'n like that, and violate rule #1...write a check his mouth can't cash! could somebody list the 'hood rules' for this poor kid!? super d(motordetroit) | ||
Czar Member Username: Czar Post Number: 3096 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 129.137.189.221 |
How long can one poster carry out such a charade? | ||
Goat Member Username: Goat Post Number: 8526 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 67.71.57.39 |
What are the "hood" rules in Fenton. Why don't you list them? | ||
Haydenth Member Username: Haydenth Post Number: 85 Registered: 05-2005 Posted From: 67.107.50.35 |
Fenton Hood Rule #1 - Thou shalt not tip a cow | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 43 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Haydenth, I like it...keep up the good rules haha!! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Czar Member Username: Czar Post Number: 3097 Registered: 11-2003 Posted From: 129.137.189.221 |
Rule #2 - Don't write checks you can't cash, unless they are for old Gloria Gaynor vinyl. | ||
Esd Member Username: Esd Post Number: 30 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 160.109.103.190 |
He's pretty fly for a white guy! | ||
Tomoh Member Username: Tomoh Post Number: 192 Registered: 11-2004 Posted From: 24.136.10.153 |
Lexdetroitman_07, welcome to the forum. Your enthusiasm for the city will certainly be sorely welcome in Detroit when you arrive. Dillpicklesoup, welcome to you as well. I'm not sure what info you're looking for as far as arts happenings. Check out ListD.net for a start. There's a ton going on and they're good at filtering out the bad. | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 47 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Tomoh, Thanks for the warm welcome!! I look forward to meeting good-hearted people like you when I arrive in Detroit. Hope to talk to you very soon!! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Hysteria Member Username: Hysteria Post Number: 299 Registered: 02-2006 Posted From: 205.188.116.137 |
And congratulations on your 50 posts in less than one day! Yikes! | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 50 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Thanks Hysteria! I try to get around a little bit!! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Mw2gs Member Username: Mw2gs Post Number: 199 Registered: 03-2005 Posted From: 68.77.160.204 |
Lex....and what does your definition of WIGGER have to do with acting "black"? Are you saying you have a narrow view of black people? Better yet....in your mind black = nigger, and any white person who emulates = WIGGER? Do you feel as if you are a racist? Do we really need another person who thinks like this up here? I personally hope you keep your ass in KY. | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 52 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Are you putting words in my mouth? Yes..Am I racist? No...Did I say every white person who emulates is a wigger? No...And personally I don't think you're gonna dictate to me whether I stay in Kentucky or not. Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Oliverdouglas Member Username: Oliverdouglas Post Number: 19 Registered: 02-2006 Posted From: 69.215.66.154 |
Lex, read my last post to you again. | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 53 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Oliverdouglas, sorry but I don't want to be given a bad rep..I'm new to the forum and I want to be known as a "Lover of Detroit"..rather than a "hater of the races of Detroit"..I get a little caught up sometimes and I need to be calmed down every now and then...Thanks for your advice, though. I greatly appreciate it!!!! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Goat Member Username: Goat Post Number: 8527 Registered: 10-2003 Posted From: 67.71.57.39 |
Lex, there are those who have agendas all over just skip by them. They obviously don't understand the piss poor slang word you used. Be careful because the grammar police or the politically correct are around every corner up in here. | ||
Rrl Member Username: Rrl Post Number: 519 Registered: 12-2003 Posted From: 209.181.212.60 |
I'm offended by your use of the word 'piss'. | ||
Soulhawk Member Username: Soulhawk Post Number: 274 Registered: 04-2004 Posted From: 68.61.97.142 |
It's funny that this downward spiral started with Vic and yet Vic is the only one who has really said anything of value to Lex here on this page. No one here understands or knows more about journalism in Detroit than Vic. He's the man even if he left MT for Crain. Guess he got tired of starving! | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 55 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Goat, Thanks for the info. I apologize for any bad confrontations. I will try to avoid any misuse of slang words from now on. The heads-up is greatly appreciated!! Lexdetroitman_07 | ||
Warriorfan Member Username: Warriorfan Post Number: 388 Registered: 08-2005 Posted From: 68.43.81.191 |
I see the DetroitYES welcoming committee has given yet another warm welcome. It's amazing the kid has stuck around this long, any more of this and he just might lose his infatuation with the city of Detroit and burn his well-worn copy of "8 Mile" in protest. | ||
Mw2gs Member Username: Mw2gs Post Number: 200 Registered: 03-2005 Posted From: 68.77.160.204 |
In a response to Super D, Lexdetroitman says: "What are you, a wigger?...That's too bad you aren't comfortable with your own race and nationality you have to act black." I didnt put these words into your mouth youngbuck. They came out on there own. Again....what do you mean when you say "act black"? And what does that have to do with WIGGER? If anyone else can help me understand this please feel free. Goat? I ask the same question when I hear a black person say another person acts white. WTF is that shit supposed to mean? | ||
Oliverdouglas Member Username: Oliverdouglas Post Number: 20 Registered: 02-2006 Posted From: 69.215.66.154 |
It's a vast and unfortunate geralization, but you know perfectly well what it means. | ||
Mw2gs Member Username: Mw2gs Post Number: 201 Registered: 03-2005 Posted From: 68.77.160.204 |
And not a single older white person stepped up and said "hey young man thats not cool". | ||
Oliverdouglas Member Username: Oliverdouglas Post Number: 21 Registered: 02-2006 Posted From: 69.215.66.154 |
I will follow my advice to Lex and not rise to the bait. | ||
Young_detroiter Member Username: Young_detroiter Post Number: 163 Registered: 08-2004 Posted From: 69.209.137.30 |
Steve aka Lex, Welcome to the forum! I hope you don’t mind the new nickname. Though I read the forum topics daily, I’ve come out of posting retirement to welcome you, and to inform you that you’ve dethroned me from my reign as the youngest forum poster. I now feel as old as dirt…(just kidding) [I will enter my 20s next year.] Meanwhile, I’ve just completed my first-year at Michigan State University, where I am studying journalism and earth science. These fields of study will lead me to my career goal of broadcast (television) meteorology. I greatly appreciate your enthusiasm and interest in the D. It’s an amazing city, but it is truly a tough city…a “real” city – not an artificial, sugarcoated cosmopolitan. Nevertheless, the city is unique. Please be sure to inform us if/when you are headed to Detroit. This summer, I will informally tour some of my MSU friends through the city, and dispel the withstanding rumors and stereotypes. They actually believe that my street, “8 Mile,” is a haven for constant criminal activity. In addition, I have included an editorial that I blogged online about the city just before the Super Bowl in February. I look forward to reading your contributions to the forum. - Ron, Young Detroiter "Believe 'N the D!" ------------------------------ -------------------- http://www.spartanedge.com/blo gs/spartanedge24/index.php I love her vibe, she does it XL style by Ronald Bowman January 31st, 2006 It’s that time of the year again when sports columnists and other journalists tend to spew their poison. It’s that time of the year when they have a chance to complain about what are often imaginary problems. Yeah, it’s the NFL’s championship game, and this year the big game, Super Bowl XL, will be played in downtown Detroit on February 5, 2006. As Detroiters brace themselves for the likely journalistic attacks, allow me to explain my admiration for the Renaissance City. I love my hometown dearly. Detroit has been with me through the dark times and the bright moments. Likewise, I’ve been with Detroit through the harsh winters and the hot summers, the crime and the peace, and even the bright fireworks and the Great Blackout (of 2003). Of course, it is easy for people to have pride for their own communities. However, there’s something different about Detroit. Is the Motor City the most transportation-friendly city? No. Is Motown the nation’s most attractive or most cosmopolitan city? No. Is Hockeytown crime-free? Of course not! There is no large city without crime. The crime problem is simply downplayed in the areas where the journalists and celebrities tend to reside. While Lady Detroit, over 300 years old, may not look like some of the newer urban areas with population influxes, she has her own unrivaled style. Detroit will never be a Chicago, New York, or Los Angeles, but she will be uniquely Detroit. Why aspire to be like some other city when Detroit has her own special culture and vibe? I love her vibe! My first childhood international experience was visiting Windsor, Ontario, Canada, which is actually one mile due south of downtown Detroit. That’s the reason we call this region the “two nation destination.” For Detroiters, traveling to Canada is as casual as traveling to the nearby suburbs. Some of us don’t even consider Canada another country. Windsor, which will play a big role in the Super Bowl, is our sister city. The two lovely ladies, Windsor and Detroit, get along just fine. Furthermore, I’ve traveled to several European countries and to various cities across the United States, and none can substitute the vibe felt in Detroit. Maybe I’ve fallen in love with the vibe that radiates from our many distinct pre-Depression skyscrapers, our love and production of music, our cars, our history, our museums, our sparkling Detroit River, our island park known as Belle Isle, our professional sports teams, our People Mover monorail train, or our ethnic enclaves including, two of our most popular, Greektown and Mexicantown. And that’s just to name a few. Some of you have yet to feel that vibe. A MSU friend of mine, a Saginaw, Michigan native, posed the question of why so many MSU Detroiters are exhilarated simply by the thought of Super Bowl XL. The answer: Residents and nonresidents, alike, have pummeled Detroit. Detroit has already hit rock bottom, and she can’t fall any deeper. Now, it’s time for us to rise. Time for us to shine. And time for Detroiters to show the world that we never stopped being a world-class city. We’ve never needed the approval of others, because we love ourselves. We simply want to invite others to see why we love ourselves. We want you to feel her vibe, XL style. | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 58 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Young_detroiter, it's nice to meet another young poster on the boards. Thanks for the warm greeting!! I hope that you continue to post so that we can have some nice talks about Detroit and just the future of this great city in general! | ||
Pdtpuck Member Username: Pdtpuck Post Number: 34 Registered: 01-2006 Posted From: 208.251.168.194 |
in re: to several posts ago: I thought it was "write a check WITH YOUR MOUTH your ASS can't cash." I thought the "check writing" is done with the mouth, the cashing with the ass portion of the human body. hmmmmm, could be wrong.......... | ||
Tayshaun22 Member Username: Tayshaun22 Post Number: 213 Registered: 02-2005 Posted From: 69.14.101.116 |
It's "Don't let your mouth write a check your ass can't cash". That's been drilled into our heads many a time as the #3 hood rule of Detroit. | ||
Motorcitymayor2026 Member Username: Motorcitymayor2026 Post Number: 878 Registered: 10-2005 Posted From: 24.231.189.137 |
Young_detroiter, you were dethroned a while ago <------- | ||
Gistok Member Username: Gistok Post Number: 2244 Registered: 08-2004 Posted From: 4.229.3.119 |
Lex, there are a lot of great and very smart folks on this forum. There are also some folks who "have an ax to grind" with each other. And there are the few who are just plain jerks and think that just because they can say what they want on the forum it makes them "seem" more important than they really are (i.e. "pin dicks"). Also you will find some racists on this forum, on both sides of the spectrum. Wow! It seems that you got a smattering of each of the above on this one thread! If you become a regular on this forum you will learn who to ignore. (Message edited by Gistok on June 04, 2006) | ||
Lexdetroitman_07 Member Username: Lexdetroitman_07 Post Number: 64 Registered: 05-2006 Posted From: 74.131.204.36 |
Thanks Gistok, you seem like a very intelligent human being and I hope to hear input from more wise individuals from you as I do plan on becoming a regular!! Lexdetroitman_07 |
