That’s a wrap! Just shy of 4 yrs but it’s been a blast! I’m going to miss working with y’all - some of the smartest folks I’ve met/worked with! Todays my last day in the nest- it’s time to fly.
I confess
@deray
, it wasn't until I visited the Black Panther exhibit at the
@oaklandmuseumca
that I even knew redlining happened. I HAD NEVER HEARD OF IT. No denying the racism I was clueless.
I’ve spoken to two groups of 17-21 year olds recently and in both groups, I’ve had young white men challenge the notion that redlining was racist. I don’t know what it is specifically about redlining that is a lightening rod.
Pretty sure Luke & company are more concerned with who took the screen shot & leaked it…but a good hard look in the mirror should be happening and why it was said.
Celebrating 3yrs at Twitter today. Keeping in mind I applied in ‘09 with a resume where each bullet point was under 140 characters. I didn’t get the job then :) happy to be here now.
#LoveWhereYouWork
Realization: ‘on my way’ means something completely different in Oakland. Most places it means you’re physically on your way. In Oakland it means ‘you’re committed to going sometime that day/evening - but aren’t physically on your way.’
I turn 50 today! Thanks to all of you who have made these last 50 years amazing! here's to another 50 & making a positive impact on this world in some kind of way.
We’re out of Goof Off Graffiti remover, work gloves, scrubbers & helpers! If you have any of the above PLEASE drop it off at Youth Radio on 17th & Broadway. Also all store fronts along the block could use help. THANK YOU!
#oakland
In 2008 I applied at Twitter and didn’t get the job-in the ten years since I’ve met some of my best friends on Twitter, made connections around the globe. It’s the first place I go for news in the morning. I’m happy to say 10yrs later Twitter hired me! Next week it begins!
In March of 2020 as I was leaving the office due to it closing for Covid, the gentleman in the kitchen was crying saying he was worried….finally saw him today for the first time in the office! It was soooo great to see him doing great!
Thank you
@nicktornow
for being an amazing human! For sure the best manager I've ever had and probably the only manager who knew how to manage me :) The folks at your next gig are for sure blessed to have you!
I wanted to share some personal and professional news. More than a month ago I made the difficult decision to leave Twitter, and after much transition, last week was my final one at the company. (1/n)
I'm now an Oakland Panthers season ticket holder :) I have zero clue what Arena Football is all about but I so hope this is fun
@Oak_Panthers
of course I'll be supporting sports in Oakland - who's joining me at the games?
@DeMarcusRFNET
@derekcarrqb
@RAIDERS
I've been there - sometimes the crowd control folks are begging him to stop signing autographs. And he greets everyone with a smile.
I want to say so much - as a serious Twitter user since '08. Found some of my best friends on this platform. Met people from around the world, then in person. I'd like to say more but what I'll say is 'I'm tired'
Finally found my cardboard cutout but it took the
@Athletics
sending me the app to look for it! Same pic as ⬅️ When we were in MCCovey Cove for the A's vs Giants.
Grandma sent $20 for my birthday. I’m turning 51! Not complaining just saying I feel odd taking $20 from my Grandmother- also I fully realize it’s amazing I have a grandma at 51. She’s a real blessing.
Today’s medal was a big achievement for me- just 9 months ago I suffered a serious concussion and internal brain bleeding. The doctors scared the crap out of me & I lost all motivation to work out. This medal reminds me I can overcome.
#IRunBecauseILoveToEat
SHOUT OUT TO THE MAILROOM FOLKS! I've sent 907 packages for work from my apt since March when the offices closed. I will forever have mad love for anyone in a mail room FOREVER mad love.
The Bahamas has SERIOUSLY been hit by Dorian. If you have it on your heart to help or follow along there are 3 people on the ground there who are doing AMAZING work and giving live updates on how to help. Please follow:
@kimkayakhiankor
@p0sitivechange
&
@KyleWalkine
Beyond spoiled for simply doing my job! Y’all are amazing! Please ignore the empty wine glass in the background- I hadn’t yet poured myself a glass! But could I work with a better group of people?
again, PLEASE let's normalize cameras being off during mtgs - it's been over 1.5 yrs now, if someone wants their camera off let them have it off without comment. How about we even normalize calling into mtgs and walking???
Sometimes people need to read the room not the room you’re sitting in but the room you are tweeting to. Quite a few folks are on the wrong side of history….
This tweet right here is a great example of how diversity in tech can improve products. The number of people in the comments who set up a lamp to shine on their face prior to a video conference is crazy.
My friend
@OGpenn
wrote a great article for
@KQED
on the
@Raiders
leaving Oakland & the last game in the Town both the SuperHood &4Brothas tailgates are in it! A sneak peek for the pics
@aziaticblack
took!
A vaccinated neighbor got covid-I dropped off Matzo Ball soup today & realized I'm not in Jersey anymore & needed to explain that matzo ball soup cures EVERYTHING or makes you feel better...funny how cultures are different. E told me Ginger Ale cures everything in Oakland