Quick Search

Active Bloggers

Will Moss Will Moss
Hampton University class of 1995
HBCU CONNECT HBCU CONNECT
Central State University class of 1995
Reginald Culpepper Reginald Culpepper
Clark Atlanta University class of 1998
Sherry Snipes Sherry Snipes
Hampton University class of 1989
How May I Help You NC How May I Help You NC
Bellarmine University class of 2021
Jordan Davis Jordan Davis
University of the District of Columbia class of 2025
Min Sammy Jackson Min Sammy Jackson
class of 1975
Shykeria Lifleur Shykeria Lifleur
Other College... class of
Randi Payton Randi Payton
University of the District of Columbia class of 1982
P C P C
class of

It's Been A Long Time...

It
Posted By: TaNisha Gray Juisee Da Queen on October 22, 2008


*It's Been A Long Time...*

It's been a long time...
since I've smiled and you've brought that out in me
You reached down in the depths of my soul and set my spirit free.
Your sincerity, your kindness, your character and integrity
are all things that bring to the forefront what a real man is supposed to be.

My mind I had closed to the thought of ever loving again,
Thinking in a world full of boys I would never
run across the likes of a man.
Time has a way of changing things helping one see the light
In time I've learned to love myself which takes me to an all new height
Time has given me the chance to get to know you, grow to love you;
now we've spread our wings and taken flight.



My heart I had locked and thrown away the key
Thinking there would never be a man who knew how to love and communicate with me
You made your way through all my defenses saw past my imperfections, insecurities and grief
You took your time and built a foundation from trust giving me the comfort to release to you the inner makings of me.

It's been a long time since...
I loved someone because I was afraid of being hurt, afraid of giving too much of myself and losing my recently discovered self-worth.
I now know that because I am love and I exude love in all I do and say
that to truly love and be loved in return I had to open up my heart and trust in God letting him lead you my way.

My life had been lonely before you came along, Unknowingly I wrote you into existence.
You presented yourself now I sing love songs and want to someday become your wife.
I had to go through in order to get to, God was preparing me for you.
The life I've lived and overcome made me the woman you'd choose.

It's been a long time...
And well more than worth it...
Now I continually take the "Journey Of Growth" daily
and instead of alone it's with you!

Ta'Nisha Gray (Juisee Da' Queen)
Copyright © 2008
October 3, 2008
3:27 a.m.
If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email!
Comments
Please Login To Post Comments...
Email:
Password:

 
The day that you arrive and are able to move forward is alway a beautiful beginning.
Wednesday, October 22nd 2008 at 3:54AM
TaNisha Gray Juisee Da Queen
Website Administrative Assistant/Homemaker at SeeingGrowth/Self Employed
Yes it is Emmanuel...
Thanks for the beautiful words.
I appreciate you!


Wednesday, October 22nd 2008 at 4:34AM
TaNisha Gray Juisee Da Queen
Website Administrative Assistant/Homemaker at SeeingGrowth/Self Employed
Elynor,
Thank you for taking the time to read and comment on my post. I appreciate your eye for the great artwork I attached.
Don't be a stranger...

Peace & Blessings

Thursday, October 23rd 2008 at 2:52AM
TaNisha Gray Juisee Da Queen
Website Administrative Assistant/Homemaker at SeeingGrowth/Self Employed
Lisa,
Yes my words were from deep within my soul. Great eye, I see you have the ability to feel beyond the words written on the page and get to the heart of where they come from.
Thank you for blessing my post with your presence.

Much Love

Thursday, October 23rd 2008 at 3:41AM
TaNisha Gray Juisee Da Queen
Website Administrative Assistant/Homemaker at SeeingGrowth/Self Employed
Thank you Queen...
It's awesome when God shows you that what you've lived through has not been in vain and then rewards you with blessings.
I just write from my heart & soul what he brings into my life.

Glad you enjoyed
(HUGS BACK ATCHA)

Friday, October 24th 2008 at 4:48AM
More From This Author
"As A Survivor"
Giving Thanks... Pics of the fam
You Can Vote However You Like (Ron Clark Academy Students Video & Full Interview)
Thoughts on our President elect from the mind of a single mother (raising 5 boys)
BEFORE YOU SPEAK...
What Women Want...
Latest Blogs
College Road Trip 101: The Most Powerful Series Production Minivan Ever Made

College Road Trip 101: The Most Powerful Series Production Minivan Ever Made

Performance is a relative thing. For example, if you have a modern, high-tech supercar that looks sensational, but only makes 250 horsepower, that would be a huge letdown. However, should a company ma ...more
How May I Help You NC • 69 Views • March 12th, 2026
“Looking for her Matt” 🐼 Mattel has a few gifts to add to an “Action-Packed Easter Baskets”

“Looking for her Matt” 🐼 Mattel has a few gifts to add to an “Action-Packed Easter Baskets”

Big Brother says his kids love flipping through his car magazines asking to test drive the latest Mustang or the sleekest Porsche 💨 Dads grab your wife and head to the nearest retail shop to ...more
How May I Help You NC • 77 Views • March 12th, 2026
Join us for a day of golf, networking and purpose.    FORE the Children Golf Tournament

Join us for a day of golf, networking and purpose. FORE the Children Golf Tournament

FORE the Children Golf Tournament April 24, 2026 | 7:30 am - 3:00 pm Hawks Landing Golf Course BUY FOURSOMES DONATE VIEW SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES https://chsfl.org/events/fore-the-childre ...more
How May I Help You NC • 62 Views • March 12th, 2026
WHAT PRODUCT WILL GET THEE SPRING CLEANING KNOCKED OUT

WHAT PRODUCT WILL GET THEE SPRING CLEANING KNOCKED OUT

So there’s a stain in the carpet and we gotta act fast before it sets in🧃 •I say OXYDOL is first choice There is a lot of graffiti on thee neighborhood fixtures 📛🦡 • ...more
How May I Help You NC • 88 Views • March 11th, 2026
WOMEN OF GOD in UNITY Working Together

WOMEN OF GOD in UNITY Working Together

5 Anointed Christian Women talking about things happening in our communities Throughout the nation and should be change with our help daily. And there will be 2 recording gospel Artist at this event p ...more
Min Sammy Jackson • 113 Views • March 9th, 2026
Popular Blogs
Divorce in America in 2009 – What’s love got to do, got to do with it?

Divorce in America in 2009 – What’s love got to do, got to do with it?

Join Brother Marcus and the cast and the crew of the Brother Marcus Show live this Sunday evening on February 1, 2009 @ 8:00 p.m. for another hot topic in our community! “Divorce in America in 2009 ...more
Brother Marcus! • 70,893,385 Views • January 27th, 2009
VISINE ALERT!!!

VISINE ALERT!!!

Seemingly innocent medication such as Visine eyedrops are used by people to concoct a mixture with similar effects as a date-rape drug. When mixed with alcohol and taken orally, the eyedrops can l ...more
Siebra Muhammad • 118,577 Views • May 23rd, 2009

"Chain Hang Low" check out the real meaning of the Lyrics!

Recently there is a new artist out of Saint Louis that goes by the name JIBBS. Jibbs debut single "Chain hang low" has a history that most people are not aware of. The particular nursery rhyme that th ...more
Tyhesha Judge-Fogle • 76,075 Views • November 9th, 2006
HBCU Marketplace Gifts: Divine 9 Premium Fraternity / Sorority Playing Cards

HBCU Marketplace Gifts: Divine 9 Premium Fraternity / Sorority Playing Cards

Vendor: Charles Jones Item Price: $20.00 Price Includes Shipping: Yes - Shipping Included Item Description: Pantheon Series - Divine 9 - Premium Playing Cards (choose Gold Series or Silve ...more
How May I Help You NC • 61,832 Views • December 2nd, 2018
Black College Student Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Kissing a White Girl

Black College Student Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Kissing a White Girl

Albert N. Wilson, a former University of Kansas student, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison and a lifetime of probation after being convicted by an all-white jury of raping a white teen girl. Bu ...more
Will Moss • 54,764 Views • June 4th, 2020
Please Give Us a Like on Facebook!