This week on U People, Olive and Hanifah discuss Labor Day weekend celebrations in Brooklyn. The couple is concerned about safety in their borough during the holiday.
I watch your V-blog every week. Getting to see a lesbain couple interact with sweetness and intellect is real treat. I like the down to earth content, the mostly glam and LA slant of AfterEllen is fun, but its not what's outside my door or inside my house, except on TV.
Sometimes I lose my respect for people I don't know who populate my world and "U-People" always brings it back. I'm older, so Hip Hop has been to me that "#%$&^*! music that's blasting from the car next to me at the most intolerably long stop light in the world" but now I am staying up till midnight to check out your music video so there you go, the power of really listening and seeing people even its its only over the internet. Thanks for your time and effort, I think for me it has accomplished what you set out to do and you should know that your hard work has bourne fruit.
I very much loved your walk though Brooklyn, I was a gardener as a job for 10 years and the Brooklyn Botanical Garden's pamphlets I got from the library taught me alot, I was so excited to be on my way to actually see it through you two, I know you didn't get in because it was a fee day not a free day but hey that's exactly how it would have happened if I had been walking with you. And seeing the Museum was cool too....I've seen lots of the content of that museum in books and it was so fun to see what it really looks like from the outside. I told my partner how I watched this V-blog about walking around Brooklyn and one of the parts was where they went to have a treat at the end of the walk but we never got to see the treat (bread pud) because they ate it too fast and only saw them wiping the last bits up with thier fingers and my partner said "Hey sounds like us" I said "like us, but not exactly like us...its the not exactly like us part that is fun to experience and think about and try to find out more about"
I hope you find the energy to make these V-blogs for as long as you are excited by them. Also its great that you include everyone in a small way to get your film on Logo by taking contributions to make the insurance and translations happen. When I watch it, I'll have pride that I helped a tiny bit get it on air after so many people did all the hard slogging.
I Loooooove U People! Congrats on your 43rd episode! Thank you for continually inviting viewers into your lives. I know that others, as well as myself, appreciated your time and dedication in making these vlogs. It's so wonderful to walk along side this journey with you. I love tuning in becasue a.) you guys crack meeee uuuuup! b.) I can always learn something new about life and culture and c.) you are true examples of out women of color leading great lives, doing great things, and who are full of love. I can only wish that as a south asian woman that I'll be able to make great documentries, make a great impact, and lead an extraordinary life as you guys are. Thank you again for doing what you do. I LOVE AND SUPPORT U PEOPLE!!!!!
I absolutely agree with what you said about safety especially around labor day. I have temporarily relocated to Brooklyn and was walking around during labor day and as I walked down the street I hear this guy yelling "yo he's a faggot, he's a faggot get the hell out of here battyman" He was screaming it at this guy for a good three blocks as this guy was just trying to mind his own business. My initial reaction was to say something but I thought better of it because this guy was big and I was by myself. But that situation made me remember how important it is to be aware of safety even more.
Also I was walking down the street and I saw you two. I was so excited but was too star struck to say hi. But I just wanted to say that even though I didn't say anything to you two. That seriously made my day and I had to call everyone I know.
"Power is never given back. When it's stolen, if you want it back, you have to take it." - M. Caballero
I loved this vlog!! I have been to BK for carnival, being that I am also West Indian! I loved it and always had a great time until I came out! For some reason, safety is my biggest concern, because Caribbean ppl are very homophobic esp Jamaicans, which I am. I wanted to this year, but opped to travel to ATL for Pride instead. I wanted to be free to be who I am without being persicuted and wanted to feel that sence of welcomness and belonging! And where as Carnival is to celebrate the fact that we are West Indians and unite, I wanted to do just that for the fact that I am a Gay woman of color!!
I must also say that, I recently cut ALL my hair off. And yes Mi Still Sexy LOL!! My friends say I look like such a Lesbian now more than ever lol! Its funny because I get alot more attention from MEN more than ever! OMG!! Anyways, short hiar is wonderful, just wash and go hehehe! I AM NOT MY HAIR like India says :)
Congrats on the 43rd episode, I havent missed one! And I hope you guys can have Stacy-Ann Chin on your show one day. I love her!! Just a suggestion. Keep them coming Ladies!!
are fantastic. i don't watch religiously but whenever i swing by this site i check out the recent ones-- please continue to keep us internet readers up to date on the project and any other interesting ones.
i think what you guys do is great and i love you for it!
Ladies, as a religious viewer of your Vlogs, I just wanted to say whether I
post or not, I watch. We all watch and your efforts or not in vain.I am proud of the fact that both you and your
assistances (the ones we have met and the once unseen) have been able to
provide the black queer community with an outlet to share and see individuals
like themselves. I wish you and all those who make what you do possible, continued
health and strength.
I was at Carnival this year (last year was the first time I had not gone in
six years) and I must say the madness continues to persist, both towards queer
people and each other in general. Why can't we go out and show our pride
without the ignorant masses acting out.
Additionally, as I observed the countless number of people at this event, I
wonder will I ever live to see the day when "our people" (West
Indians) allow the participation of our queer family members to march as
proudly. And as I pondered this question and counted the limited number
of visible queer (100 footer) I saw, I realize that will likely never
happen. Shortly thereafter, there was a stampede for no apparent reason
and I thought never mind. I am going to have to find some other way to
bond with my people.
You're right - already as women, we have to be that much more vigilant about where we are, what we look like, and how long were there for. Its sad that is the case, and even worse that as a lesbian couple, we're even more conscious of our movements and expressions. Its of course a bit easier for those of us who "pass" and may be thought of as very close friends, or sisters, relatives, etc.
What bothers me more than anything else, though, is that some men think its ok to just shout out whatever they want (and in some cases obscenities) at a woman, and then get angry if the woman does not respond! Unbelievable that these types of men are that delusional! And sad that this show of disrespect happens more for and by people of colour (specifially black, and then hispanic) than any other group.
Love never loses its
way home. Remember...its about the journey, not the destination
Thanks!
I watch your V-blog every week. Getting to see a lesbain couple interact with sweetness and intellect is real treat. I like the down to earth content, the mostly glam and LA slant of AfterEllen is fun, but its not what's outside my door or inside my house, except on TV.
Sometimes I lose my respect for people I don't know who populate my world and "U-People" always brings it back. I'm older, so Hip Hop has been to me that "#%$&^*! music that's blasting from the car next to me at the most intolerably long stop light in the world" but now I am staying up till midnight to check out your music video so there you go, the power of really listening and seeing people even its its only over the internet. Thanks for your time and effort, I think for me it has accomplished what you set out to do and you should know that your hard work has bourne fruit.
I very much loved your walk though Brooklyn, I was a gardener as a job for 10 years and the Brooklyn Botanical Garden's pamphlets I got from the library taught me alot, I was so excited to be on my way to actually see it through you two, I know you didn't get in because it was a fee day not a free day but hey that's exactly how it would have happened if I had been walking with you. And seeing the Museum was cool too....I've seen lots of the content of that museum in books and it was so fun to see what it really looks like from the outside. I told my partner how I watched this V-blog about walking around Brooklyn and one of the parts was where they went to have a treat at the end of the walk but we never got to see the treat (bread pud) because they ate it too fast and only saw them wiping the last bits up with thier fingers and my partner said "Hey sounds like us" I said "like us, but not exactly like us...its the not exactly like us part that is fun to experience and think about and try to find out more about"
I hope you find the energy to make these V-blogs for as long as you are excited by them. Also its great that you include everyone in a small way to get your film on Logo by taking contributions to make the insurance and translations happen. When I watch it, I'll have pride that I helped a tiny bit get it on air after so many people did all the hard slogging.
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I absolutely agree with what you said about safety especially around labor day. I have temporarily relocated to Brooklyn and was walking around during labor day and as I walked down the street I hear this guy yelling "yo he's a faggot, he's a faggot get the hell out of here battyman" He was screaming it at this guy for a good three blocks as this guy was just trying to mind his own business. My initial reaction was to say something but I thought better of it because this guy was big and I was by myself. But that situation made me remember how important it is to be aware of safety even more.
Also I was walking down the street and I saw you two. I was so excited but was too star struck to say hi. But I just wanted to say that even though I didn't say anything to you two. That seriously made my day and I had to call everyone I know.
"Power is never given back. When it's stolen, if you want it back, you have to take it." - M. Caballero
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I love uuuuuuuuuu people!!
I loved this vlog!! I have been to BK for carnival, being that I am also West Indian! I loved it and always had a great time until I came out! For some reason, safety is my biggest concern, because Caribbean ppl are very homophobic esp Jamaicans, which I am. I wanted to this year, but opped to travel to ATL for Pride instead. I wanted to be free to be who I am without being persicuted and wanted to feel that sence of welcomness and belonging! And where as Carnival is to celebrate the fact that we are West Indians and unite, I wanted to do just that for the fact that I am a Gay woman of color!!
I must also say that, I recently cut ALL my hair off. And yes Mi Still Sexy LOL!! My friends say I look like such a Lesbian now more than ever lol! Its funny because I get alot more attention from MEN more than ever! OMG!! Anyways, short hiar is wonderful, just wash and go hehehe! I AM NOT MY HAIR like India says :)
Congrats on the 43rd episode, I havent missed one! And I hope you guys can have Stacy-Ann Chin on your show one day. I love her!! Just a suggestion. Keep them coming Ladies!!
Peace
Yan
u people
are fantastic. i don't watch religiously but whenever i swing by this site i check out the recent ones-- please continue to keep us internet readers up to date on the project and any other interesting ones.
i think what you guys do is great and i love you for it!
i'm just sayin'.
Carnival
Ladies, as a religious viewer of your Vlogs, I just wanted to say whether I post or not, I watch. We all watch and your efforts or not in vain. I am proud of the fact that both you and your assistances (the ones we have met and the once unseen) have been able to provide the black queer community with an outlet to share and see individuals like themselves. I wish you and all those who make what you do possible, continued health and strength.
I was at Carnival this year (last year was the first time I had not gone in six years) and I must say the madness continues to persist, both towards queer people and each other in general. Why can't we go out and show our pride without the ignorant masses acting out.
Additionally, as I observed the countless number of people at this event, I wonder will I ever live to see the day when "our people" (West Indians) allow the participation of our queer family members to march as proudly. And as I pondered this question and counted the limited number of visible queer (100 footer) I saw, I realize that will likely never happen. Shortly thereafter, there was a stampede for no apparent reason and I thought never mind. I am going to have to find some other way to bond with my people.
One love.
Wanted to add my thanks
We're paying attention, and very happy that you're doing what you're doing for yourselves and us! Thank you!
Congratulations! Since you asked...For future topic suggestions:
1. Discussion about marriage between same-sex couples - and how that translates for women of colour.
2. Family relationships (including parents, siblings, extended family) for lesbian women of colour, and how that may be changing or remaining the same
3. Best places that you've travelled to, and where you've found other lesbians of colour living out loud
4.Your experience with the movie-making/directing/producing industry from the point of view of lesbians of colour - and general industry prognosis
5. Health matters - safer sex, nutrition, excercise, - what you do to stay healthy, finding healthcare providers, etc.
Love never loses its way home. Remember...its about the journey, not the destination
also wanted to add
You're right - already as women, we have to be that much more vigilant about where we are, what we look like, and how long were there for. Its sad that is the case, and even worse that as a lesbian couple, we're even more conscious of our movements and expressions. Its of course a bit easier for those of us who "pass" and may be thought of as very close friends, or sisters, relatives, etc.
What bothers me more than anything else, though, is that some men think its ok to just shout out whatever they want (and in some cases obscenities) at a woman, and then get angry if the woman does not respond! Unbelievable that these types of men are that delusional! And sad that this show of disrespect happens more for and by people of colour (specifially black, and then hispanic) than any other group.
Love never loses its way home. Remember...its about the journey, not the destination