The Freedom Of Expression 

 So it's said in America that we have the right to express ourselves lawfully. A positive outlet. Whether it be in Art, Writings, Dance or Songs. Therefore, these short stories and collection of poems along with assorted short articles were written in a time of heartaches and troubles. Some of you who read this book may become offended, or take it as a joke; either way, it is the expression of the human heart and spirit when confronted by the storms of life, and the aftermath of failures and triumphs and the ability to over come through knowledge and faith.

Taken from Willie Easter Jr's Book Entitled Combinations copyright willie easter jr 2010

                                 The Reason I Write

As an artist I can paint pictures, as a writer I can paint pictures with words. 

This wasn't always true.  Once upon a time I had poor reading and writing skills because of my lack of self-encouragement and inability to pay attention in class when I attended school. I blamed no one but myself for that self-inflicted wound of ignorance. I was ashamed of my slow reading and writing skills. I could read and write a little, but not as well as I desired. Soon after graduating from high school in 1982, I pursued reading and writing self-improvement courses to correct my self-inflicted defects. And it worked!

In 1990 I attended Gaston College. While there, my major was Radio and Television Production and Theories of Mass Communication.

My confidence in myself and in my abilities to achieve grew, but I still wasn't satisfied with the direction in which I was headed. I felt within my heart that I could do better.

In 1991 I sat down to write my first book entitled "Dawn of a New Age."  After many rewrites,I attained my first copyright on August 15, 1994. During the next two years I would be turned down many times by book publishers and motion picture companies, but that's a part of the business.

Even though my writing was being rejected, I continued to write every day, promising myself that I would never give up. NEVER!

Around April 1997 I was approached by 1stbooks Library to have my book published on the World Wide Web. I accepted their offer. My book entitled "Dawn of a New Age" was published on March 3, 1998, on the World Wide Web.

At first I had no desire to become a writer; it came from my hunger for more knowledge after reading God's holy words from the Bible. I was inspired by His Holy words to evolve and reach a higher level of excellence. So I may exceed in my writing, my art, my animation and in other aspects of my life.

     I write to satisfy my continuing hunger for knowledge.                                                      ~Willie Easter, Jr.                                                                                                                copyright easterj 2010

                                              Threshold Of Learning

While you were standing on the street corner selling drugs, I was learning, gaining understand, discovering wisdom. While you thought you were keeping me from befriending a woman, I was learning, reaching higher for excellence. While you were playing that no money no love game, I was learning; perfecting myself so I could fulfill all of my expectations. While you were selling your body and soul to the highest bidder, I was learning how to live righteously according to God's standards.  While you were rooting yourself in wickedness, I was learning God's precepts. While you were celebrating the men you deceived and caused to fall, I was learning to thank God for helping me stand up after the fall. While you and your sneering hyenas were laughing because you thought I was going to fail, I was learning to sing and dance for victory day!   AND I'M STILL LEARNING!                                    

Threshold Of Learning

~Willie Easter Jr  copyright 2010                                   

 The mystery sign of the zodiac, Scorpios are frequently intriguing, with a truly dynamic and majestic way of going about a problem or situation. This sign is also the sign of death, but manifests itself in the struggle between the soul and the personality. The personality is usually the loser, because the Scorpio's stinger many times stings itself to death. This is where the Phoenix comes in--to resurrect the person to new heights, a new beginning, or a new way of thinking.

Thus, change is constant for a Scorpio, who is involved all the time in death, rebirth and renewal. For the Scorpio, there is no in-between--life is many times a matter of life and death, black and white, devil vs. angel, etc. They don't know the meaning of indifference, and tend to be either your friend or your enemy. There is no shade of gray. Once you've gained the trust of a Scorpio, you've won him forever--unless you hurt him in some way.

Scorpios have a very strong reserve, and a lot is hidden below the surface. They command respect from acquaintances due to their strong, quiet exterior, and many times work to earn the respect of close ties. They also usually show a lot of creativity, and a great ability for sarcasm ( nooo) with their deadly tongue, which can get them in trouble. For others, who are more evolved, the stinger helps them transform their lives for the better. They are truly courageous, not afraid of anything. Their endurance makes them plow ahead, overcoming any obstacle in their path.

Though they are considered the "sexiest" sign of the zodiac, Scorpios have gotten a bad rap for being almost sleazy. They simply have strong passions that need regenerating, and a tremendous pride that seems to say, "Don't judge a book by its cover."

Scorpios are a master at hiding their emotions. They have a tremendous strength and power when they have managed to rise above their personality and seek power not for themselves, but to heal and bless others. They reach their goals through service, purity, compassion and humility. They have a need to redeem and transform their natures, and to have a happy marriage. Their innate curiosity makes them probe deeply into all things, seeking the meaning behind the surface. They dig out concealed facts, and are one of the most intuitive signs of the zodiac. A highly evolved Scorpio is psychic, having a rich inner life that is passionate about metaphysics. 9 A THIRD EYE!)