Birthdays are the perfect time to look forward
…to the new memories that will be made
…new experiences that will be explored
…and new goals to be achieved
Keep your head up and your eyes focused
Happy Birthday Leroy!
“When you feel like giving up, remember why you held on for so long in the first place.”
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July 22, 2010 will be the 42nd birthday of Leroy Mann. As he celebrates his birthday for the 15th time behind the wall, we are asking his family, friends and supporters to send their prayers, words of encouragement or just birthday wishes. You can use the comments section below or his email address (word2themasses@yahoo.com). Your sentiments can be provided anonymously or you can let him know who is sending him the message.
We will collect comments until 5pm on Monday, July 19, 2010 and they will be forwarded to Leroy on his birthday. Those of you who visit him on a regular basis, he doesn't know we are doing this so please don't mention it to him. It will be a surprise.
Big Happy Birthday to you Cuz!! Wow 42 years old!!!! When I think of this day I remember you being so protective of little Ray-Ray. Teaching her how to swim, yall would be in that pool all day : ) She would always take family trips and you would always be there to watch out for your little Cuz!!! July 22 you are 42years old and she is 37years old Happy Birthday Cuz! I love you with all my heart
ReplyDeleteDollette
(Smile)
Happy Birthday!!!!!
ReplyDeleteRemembering the good ole times - basement parties, goodie shop and Six Flags with your little shorts. I still have pictures.
Love ya,
Shaunnie
Happy Happy birthday to my lil brother. I remember when you was a little thing and now we are grandparents together...
ReplyDeleteI love you always and forever....
Hugs and kisses
Deb
Hey Cuz !
ReplyDeleteHappy Happy Happy Birthday to you brother! I miss you so much and I wish I was closer so I could see you more. You are very special to me and you are the best big cousin/brother that anybody could ask for. I thank God for you everyday. 42 ? Wow, I cant believe it. Plus you dont look it. Lol ! I hope you have a good day and know that I will always love you forever and ever. Happy birthday big brov !
Love ya lil sis,
Jazzy :)
Happy Birthday nephew! There are many memories that we share, but the greatest memories is the times we`ve shared together! I love you and you will always have a special place in my heart.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Aunt Nettie
Lump,
ReplyDeleteWhat can I say? I can only hope that on this 42nd birthday you recognize how special you are to those who know and love you.
Your burden may seem heavy, but it's not insurmountable as long as you have hope. Just don't give up and remember He never gives you more than you can bear.
Whew, 42 is a big number :-). I'm just glad you got there before me. LOL. Happy Birthday Lump!
Friends Forever,
Rochelle
I remember your 21st birthday like it was yesterday! You, me Stacey and Mac went to Vegas! It was your 1st time!!! We stayed at Circus Circus. You were KILLIN' 'EM on the Crap Table. Went to Ceasars Palace, you gave them a $20.00 bill and got ONE chip back...we went STRAIGHT to the cashier's booth and cashed it in cuz hell....that was HALF of our spending money! LMAO HAPPY BIRTHDAY LEROY!!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy B Day, youngin just got back from vacation, me and the boys in the Bahamas so Im a little late but Im here, Happy 50th and keep the word to your heart, basement party, your mom on the mic, and they kept playing was planet rock, and I remember you having the swimming pool in the back and I couldnt swim..enjoy Greg aka Makvel
ReplyDeleteHotep,
ReplyDeleteMotion pictures such as: A Soldier's Story, Glory, Malcom X, The Hurricane, He Got Game and The Great Debaters all have the great Denzel Washington in common. Without a doubt, he is one of the most prolific thespians of our time.
Today (7/23), I witnessed his latest body of work, "The Book of Eli." Denzel has set such a high standard, that this film may not be embraced as one of his best works, but it most definitely fed my thoughts. Na mean?
Like Denzel's character (Eli), I too am on a mission from a higher power. If I stay the course, my purpose will be served no matter what obstacles lie before me. Throughout my journey, acknowledging sincere efforts of support is essential to me fulfilling my mission. Feel me?
In saying that, I sincerely thank everyone for the b-day acknowledgements. Behind the Wall it's easy to feel like your existence is in vain, but your heartfelt comments remind me to keep fighting the good fight. Your words reassure me that I'm making the most of this opportunity the Creator has granted to me.
Dollette, you obviously know how I feel about my fam. That sense of protection and unity we displayed in the past bred some wonderful memories. My words were meant for your heart. I love you Cuz.
Shaunie, it's good to finally get some words to go with your unforgettable image. I do remember the good times, but I'd like to forget those little shorts. LOL. Don't be a stranger. Ya heard?
Deb, my big sis. I love you madly, but can we please shelf that term "grandparents?" I'm a G-dad, aight? LOL. Good look, on the b-day card. You always make me smile.
Thanks for loving me Aunt Nettie. I love you too. My lil' cuzzo Jazzy, is a gem of a gift and I thank you for her. Real talk.
Jazzy keep pushing that pen/keys, Lil Mama. Your literary legacy begins now. Ya heard? I've always known that you were in my corner Cuzzo, but having your thoughts on my blog means a lot to me. One love.
Rochelle, you never cease to amaze me. How is it Possible? After all these years our friendship never withered. You are the embodiment of the expression, "once a friend, always a friend." thanks for believing in me Ma. Your sincerity irons the wrinkles of my daily living. You're the truth, Chelle. No doubt.
Friends Forever,
Mannofstat
Hotep Tonja,
ReplyDeleteThanks for taking me back to Vegas. Can you believe that was over two decades ago? Wow! Time waits for no one. Ya heard?
My memories are like spark plugs to my existence. Shooting craps in a Las Vegas casino is a spark plug that will never need changing. And, I have you to thank for that. Living in San Dogg, partying in Tijuana and celebrating my 21st b-day in Vegas are memories that bring a smile to my face 21 years later. Ya heard?
Be easy,
Mannofstat
Highrise,
ReplyDeleteOnce again it's on! Good look on the b-day shout. You might be getting older, but I'm getting better. LOL. Basement parties in the 80's was the real. It didn't matter whose b-day it was, Planet Rock, Micstro or Freedour would be the theme. True old school. Ya heard?
Be Easy,
Mannofstat
WELL HONEY IM A LITTLE LATE,BETTER LATE THEN NEVER OH THE GOOD TIMES I WISH YOU HAD A GOOD TIME ON YOU B-BAY,BUT I PERSONALLY WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU FOR GIVING ME THE BEST GIFT EVER AND THATS YOUR SON!!!OH DO I REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES ONE THING WE CAN ALWAYS CHERISH THE MEMORY LOVE YOU TWEEDY
ReplyDeleteTweedy,
ReplyDeleteWhat's good? Our son is most definitely a gift to us and I give all the glory to the Creator, for his existence. I got a scribe from him recently. He said, "it's not what you have, it's how you react to it when it's gone that measures a Mann's character." He truly understands my situation. That's what's good, no doubt.
I love that Mann to death. I'm so proud of him. It's an honor to call him my son. I can't wait to meet my grandseed. I know he's a work of art, because we both know the seed of a Mann is a beautiful thing, right?
Tell my son to check his snail mail. I'm sending him a momento of the Mann legacy. Stay in touch.
Peace,
MannofStat
Happy Birthday! Time passes quickly but the memories
ReplyDeleteand love has no end. Keep your eyes on the solution and not the problem