3 Things That Brought Tears To My Eyes At The Conclave

I had some emotional experiences this weekend in Charlotte at ‪@officialomegapsiphi‬ Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated's #GrandConclave
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[@patrickgranberry4658]

Roo team! This is Patrick Granberry, 2-Mighty Rho Psi-98. I was out there with your grandson, and I was doing what I would want someone to do with my grandson. He was born 7-15-2022, so I almost didn't make the clave. The fact that you allowed him to be around the bruhz is bigger than anyone could imagine. We don't do it it for fame or glory, we do it because we supposed to. Keep up the good work bruh, and know the "Mighty" Rho Psi Chapter will always put in that work! Roooo!!!!!

[@keshadena]

💜💛💜💛💜Awesome...I LOOve you all!! Mighty MZ '94 Lady of Omega💜💛💜

[@JessicaLanear]

I wish all young black boys could experience that type of event like your grandson has. They’d have so much pride if they were brought up being a part of and respecting that type of brotherhood.

[@houzhead6588]

Absolutely

[@kennawimberly4948]

💯💯💯💯💯Life Changing❤️

[@sheryllbray9522]

I'm in tears now. You are love and loved. God bless you.

[@ThatGirl92510]

The comradery was amazing this weekend in the QC. Thank you to all Ques because Charlotte loved it! 💜💛💜💛

[@mrsdtubbs]

Real genuine unconditional love is PRICELESS

[@renees2jewels631]

Ain’t nothing like the bruh’s of Omega Psi Phi I have much love and respect for them!!! 💜💛💜💛 They have always been such supportive gentleman to me.

[@reneetaylor2307]

Hell, I stated crying just listening to the story. I know without a doubt little Grayson is a future "Q". That kind of brotherhood and love is everlasting!! I wish this for all young black men. All fraternities !!!

[@missmeyon]

I was wondering who was watching Grayson during your stay. It's heartwarming to know everyone pitched in to make him feel welcomed. That's love. Much respect to that village.

[@aleciaharshaw2796]

You made me cry. That’s my homeboy that’s sick in Dallas. One of the best men out there. Been knowing him since we were kids and he’s the same today as he was yesterday. His sis and mom are see some too. Continue to pray for them and i will too. Love me some squeaky.

[@rivka-rivkaomega5150]

GRAYSON YOUR BELOVED GRANDSON IS A PRECIOUS BLACK KING, IT TAKES A VILLAGE OF GREAT BLACK MEN TO HELP RAISE OUR BLACK KINGS FOR GREATNESS❤✊🏿❤

[@whowearedocumentary2204]

Thoroughly enjoyed sharing of Conclave's videos!!!!! And your grandson IS EPIC!!!!!!!!! Your "Legacy💜💛💜"!!!!!!!!!!!!❤️🐘❤️

[@2enchant]

Damn. I shed a tear listening to this.

[@Okherewego2023]

So glad you had a wonderful time. The post you shared walking through the crowd with Grayson on your shoulders, was soooo heart felt. That really touched my soul and was amazing to see!! ❤️❤️💪🏾 I really wish I could’ve have made it there Saturday.

[@josephinenelson6231]

Rickey my husband was that dedicated man to that Frat, he is deceased now but I really missed being there for that occasion. Rickey you are just a STAND UP PERSON, and I am happy you had LOTS of FUN, and brought home GREAT MEMORIES 💯🙏🙏🙏

[@jackieleonard5237]

I'm crying now. Me and my girlfriends were there on a girlfriend trip not realizing until 3 weeks prior Omegas had conclave. Had a great time 💃🏾💃🏾

[@AngelaMashelle]

Noe you got me in here tearing up. There's something about the love of people who shower it upon you genuinely

[@renataharewood1297]

God knows we need to see this, coming together in peace and having a good time.❤️❤️❤️

[@belindalindsey607]

I can't imagine how Grayson processed last weekend at his age, but his eyes were lit up everytime you showed him. Oh, to experience that at that age for a young man. Many seeds were planted in his heart and mind. Rickey, you're still doing great by Grayson. You will so be rewarded for how you're raising him. God's riches blessings to you Sir. I'm not your type, but I wish I had a man like you in my life.

[@DwayneANix]

Rick, I was in Charlotte driving a lot of your brothers around Town. I loved the brotherhood and love you guys shown toward each other. I wished I was a QUE WHEN I WAS YOUNGER!!!

[@rondas7772]

You can still pledge grad chapter

[@lesliescott4125]

GOD BLESS YOU RICKEY !!!

[@dawncemberwillis3766]

It was such a pleasure meeting Grayson at Publix some months ago one morning. That little guy is very special and has a bright, bright future ahead of him. Grayson was rolling with Ms. Pat that morning and wanted to put the grocery cart in it's designated area. I was just sitting there in my ride looking for a glimpse of hope for the day. Grayson caught my attention with his mannerism and his desire to help her out. I looked and then looked again and I said that's my nephew. I've always called him my nephew from the first time seeing him on KZbin. So I got out of the car and I said excuse me Ma'am, is that little boy named Grayson Smiley? She was like yes it is. I was like WOW, I always wanted to meet him in person. This nice lady allowed me to say hello to him and that really meant a lot to me. That was one of my down days where I look for a glimpse of hope to cheer me up. Before I went back to my car, I spotted a little spider on her driver's door. I asked if I could get rid of the spider on her door? The lady said yes because she definitely didn't want him inside. After taking the creepy out I went back to my car. Grayson was waving bye to me until she pulled off. Keep On Keeping On with the way that you're raising him. You're Doing An Excellent Job Rickey. May God Continue To Bless You and Your Family Richly Forever.

[@maeshaunj]

I'm a resident of Charlotte North Carolina, and to see the love and unity among you black men was exceptional. It didn't matter where we went in the city it was an Omega overload. My daughter and I went to breakfast Saturday and there was a bunch of you there, a few of the brothers took time to have a conversation with her about her after high school plans, others offered their input on her college of choice and gave advice regarding pledging. Every interaction I had over that weekend with the Ques was nothing but respectful and enlightening.

[@citychicdoc1596]

Such a warm and genuine testimony. Thank you.

[@christinaspears2113]

Touching video! 🥰 Saying a special prayer of healing and miracles for your friend and his wife 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽☮ God Bless You All! 🙏🏽☮🤎

[@GiftsbyChosen]

I swear this past weekend is most definitely going in the history books💜💛💜💛 I can honestly say that this was bigger than 2003, and I loved EVERY moment of it!! The most beautiful thing that did it for me was there's certain parts of Charlotte that you normally wouldn't see African Americans frequently attend, the bruhs LITERALLY took over the city💜💜💜💜 Such a magical moment💜💛💜💛

[@lace4love]

Darn it Rickey! These darn onions are killing my eyes!! The reason why I'm your fan!! Such a humbling, caring & loving being!! May God continue to keep you lifted & bless you and your entire family!! Keep doing what you doing! Grayson will have that memory for the rest of his life!!💕💕💕

[@hlywood72]

Friendship Is Essential to the Soul !

[@drloriej462]

This is so beautiful. One thing about the Bruhs is that, they Love the Bruhs!☺️ Awesome to see Black men celebrating each other. Coleman Love ❤️💜

[@princeanerhall8676]

Q’s!!!!!! The most real fraternity in the world! I love the Q’s!

[@jackieballard8047]

You've got me in my feelings 💕 this morning.😢

[@tiffanyt7444]

So glad you had a wonderful time. And seeing Grayson enjoy himself warmed my heart. I know when I was younger, I loved hanging around my mom and DST sorors.

[@barbaracrews7796]

DC here, I'm sure the moment when the guy sung to the brother who has cancer brought you to tears. I also enjoyed seeing your grandson on the shoulders of bro's doing his on moves with tongue out and hand signs, I'm sure he had a great weekend with grandpa too🙂❤

[@luethaderpinckney7218]

Congrats to you Mr. Smiley and the Dawgs congratulations ❤❤❤❤

[@constanceburrell3135]

Glad you took your grandson, and also Glad he had a wonderful time. It means a lot to you and him. He will never forget the good times you've shown him.

[@albread]

Love is the most beautiful and powerful thing.

[@terrygermany2670]

Rickey, it's okay to boo hoo. Great feeling. Good support. Prayers for your friend battling cancer. So glad your grandson got such beautiful "man time"

[@comeliawilliams195]

It's a wonderful experience to witness when the heart meets the heart.... that's love

[@rickyrichardson4033]

You have some good people in the world, YOU going to cry some more..one thing I have learned in my life..we are still growing , and because you had always have praying for YOU..I don't really know, you I know HEART is good..I must say LORD TAKE Rickey Smiley HIGHER. 🙏🙏🙏😇😇😇💙👣

[@Mona-ue5uk]

Rickey either make me cry or laugh! Just love ya Rickey!

[@MRSOFFICER2012]

Rick the Clave has my body worn out , the Bruhz were so accommodating and respectful to us 💚💗💚💗

[@terry-annrichards6554]

Ricky I love Alabama and u always share that with us but hearing you talk about your Fraternity was special! Keep spreading what’s important to you… I love it!

[@Angela-cd9bj]

Thanks for sharing your great moments during the Conclave. Great that Grayson attended with Grandpop. Grayson will remember the fun times too💯

[@cheleski68]

..The grandson part took me out. I love us. I went through Charlotte airport Sunday after Clave and I felt so proud and safe to see brothers of QuePsiPhi there. Love ya'll (skee-roo)

[@queenssoapbox5533]

I love it!!! Y’all showed all the way OWT! It is exactly what our community needs to see!! We are powerful!! Everyone was on one accord!! Love it!!! Thanks for sharing!

[@gailtaylor135]

Rickey Smiley is good people and it reflex’s daily to he is suppose to be. Wish more men where like his personality!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️

[@carolinetowns3758]

AWESOME AWESOME AND GLAD YOU WERE ABLE TO SHARE THIS WITH YOUR GRANDSON GRAYSON !!😍😍😍😍♥️♥️♥️♥️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@toneloc6504]

Love the true brotherhood that you guys have.

[@latanyarucker9091]

I love them glasses🤓

[@sybrinatate9182]

Me too!!

[@soniabirthwright]

Feel better soon 💕💕💕💕 have a safe one.💞💞💞 that little gentleman Grayson blends right in 💞💞💞

[@sparkeyluv]

Dawg it could have went way different as you know. But because of who you are it went favorable. You are the fraternity. You are Omega. We love you brother. Fold or be folded.

[@jeanine945]

Beautiful Rickey! Grayson is soooo adorable and so well mannered. You are doing a wonderful job. He loves his gpa and will never forget what you’re doing. Glad you enjoyed the clave. I’m loving the videos. Keep them coming

[@andrewjones2133]

Testimony speaks volumes bro. Thanks for sharing. Conclaves are definitely special. Over 30+ years in Phi Beta Sigma and I’m attending my first conclave next year in Houston. Stay blessed brother 🙏🏾

[@whowearedocumentary2204]

Beautiful testimony!!!!!!!!!

[@shamekacouncil8671]

I enjoyed attending the Conclave this past weekend this was a historical moment in my lifetime.

[@vickibaggs3042]

Enjoying,All The Video's of The Dogs 🐕, What A Awesome Time,from Cincinnati, I was born there.Family still there,Grayson,as he get Older,I can'Betcha! He going to have So Many,Me and My Grandaddy Stories,,To God Goes All The Glory!🙏🏾💕 So glad we have Highlights like these in OurLives!!

[@SP95QUE]

Dawg Team I want you to know that I appreciate you and love what you stand for. Team I owe you. You were good to my chapter. When you come near Memphis again 3-95 Hamma got you!!!!! Thanks Que The Magnificent

[@kennawimberly4948]

What a Beautiful Brotherhood!!! You are so Humble it's wonderful to be given your flowers while you can see and Smell them! God bless your brother🙏🏽Keep doing your work! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🤎

[@melissaann9183]

Your purpose was to introduce your grandson toward a great experience and to encourage your friend in Texas through video and through the brother with song. God got him and you. Be blessed 🙌.

[@jackiethomas7820]

I'm so happy You had a fantastic time and that Grayson had a wonderful time hanging out with You and was able to be immersed in a group of civic minded, accomplished men. Having fun and enjoying the camaraderie of fellow members of a royal society, he will aspire to become.

[@toniaisley6097]

You are just getting back what you put out. You are a Difference Maker....Thank you!

[@clicquotboyz9243]

Some of the greatest men I have ever met in life have pledged Omega Psi Phi.. My Godfather, cousins, some bishops.. they all have big giving hearts.. my one regret in life is never going to college, to cross under the tutelage of Omega ..

[@DeeDeeSmith06]

SO WONDERFUL RICKEY CONGRATULATIONS, AND BLESSINGS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, YOU HAVE MY PRAYERS, I AM GLAD YOU ENJOYED YOURSELF, AND WE LOVE YOU TOO , TAKE CARE ALWAYS, WITH NO WORRIES. 😍😁

[@beverlybetts1807]

I'm so happy you had a great time!

[@geraldfer]

Now I'm tearing up...MAAAAN...sniff sniff...YEAH...MEN Are NEEDED!! I Appreciate you and the Devine 9...wherever you may place 1 foot in front of the other...Take Care Men..../G\ I'm Traveling and honored to see Ps 133 in action!

[@PepperMtAiry]

Why don't I get invited to these parties Rickey🤣🤣. I appreciate you Rickey and I don't know how to explain these inspirational songs you play on your show every morning send me into work with a different mindset and makes me getting through my day a whole lot easier . Thank you brother

[@ireneshine883]

I'm so glad Mr Ricky smiling that you had a wonderful wonderful time you and your grandson with your friends

[@kimy4343]

Ricky I'm so glad you enjoyed the Clave with your grandson, that is leading by example. My Brother Dr. Pruitt from Nashville, TN; also a Que, sends his congratulations on your photo on that wall of accomplishment. It is well deserved!!

[@notcondemned84]

God bless you and your Grand baby!!

[@rachelullah656]

Real brotherly black ❤️ love! It was beautiful! Thanks you for sharing. I throughly enjoyed it!😘

[@katriina817]

Sounds like many beautiful moments and great memories had. I will say a special prayer for your que brother and his wife suffering with cancer. Rickey you really do make a big difference around this world not only for the fraternity but regular people too ☺️. So thank you for being a good spirit and a wonderful man! ✨💜 Peace and Blessings 🙏🏽

[@katriina817]

@TEXT±𝟾𝟶𝟸𝟼𝟿𝟻𝟶𝟿𝟼𝟽 STOP WITH THIS CON GAME. I HOPE RICKEY'S TEAM REPORT YOU!!!

[@carolynwilliams4462]

Beautiful to see other community bond with your love one, I'm over whelmed to hear that thanks Rickey for being you, I wouldn't take nothing for you, love you!!!!

[@alesciabadgett798]

Amen! Ricky You don't realize how much we love you! Your Spirit, Your Dedication, Your ❤️! Stay True; Stay You 🙏🏽💜💛

[@sharonnorth6802]

Glad you enjoyed yourself Rickey! I love your loyalty!!!! I can’t wait to see you in person! Wow! You getting ready to make me cry… lol

[@carolyngatewood142]

I’m so glad y’all had a good time and god bless you Ricky I love you so much I’m from Charlotte nc

[@apierce14]

Very well said team! It's important that we celebrate the things that really matter. Roo to the good bruhz - Ace Rho Kappa 04 and I'm gone

[@dedrachambers8722]

Get Rest Rickey Smiley 😊 Glad You Enjoyed Yourself and Grayson Too. He'll Never Forget that Experience you gave him ☺️

[@MrDddscott2003]

GOD bless very touching truly appreciate you sharing

[@dawncemberwillis3766]

That was so Beautiful how the Bruh spent time with Grayson and the attention they gave to him. Keep Doing The Beautiful and Impactful Work That You Do.

[@hsimmons716]

RQQ Dawg. I ran into coming out of the dinner while I was at the cigar bar, you and your grandson. You showed nothing but love and was very genuine. This was my first clave and it was massive. Continue doing and being OWT... RQQ TO THE GOOD BRUHZ.

[@daurethachappell9447]

Good Morning Rickey Smiley🥰❤️❤️I really enjoyed every moment watching and wishing I was there having all that fun with everyone🤗… Watching you and Grayson🤗🥰 having the time of your life with all your Que Brothers was amazing… Nothing but Love ❤️ Smiles and Changes always 💋🤗🥰❤️❤️❤️

[@jodyriddick7929]

RQQ to the Good Bruhs! Charlotte was lit! The love, brotherhood, and fellowship was there! The 2022 Omega Psi Phi Conclave was epic! So glad to have been a part of it! I couldn’t see all the Bruhs I wanted to see but it was an awesome time had anyway! Massive RQQ to the Bruhs of the Lambda Gamma, Delta Iota, Rho Rho and Delta Gamma Chapters! The Mighty 6th D did it big! RQQ to the Good Bruhs! Long Live Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc! Rasta-Dog #6, Spr. ‘91, Lambda Gamma, Elizabeth City State University! Viking Pride!

[@celestem.sharper-BBnBaB]

So BeaYOUtiful! Life is so short, so glad u were able to EnJOY urself n share such treasured moments with us! #BlessingsAbound OOP-RΩΩ! ❤💜 -BBnBaB

[@lisawalker6058]

So glad you and your grandson had a blessed day, you deserve it.

[@BossdomChronicals]

I’m from the QC what made me tear up was seeing Aaaallllllll those BEAUTIFUL BLACK MEN in my city, showing the world Black Love, class, and dignity. Seeing my Boys of 33 year of friendship who are Ques enjoying themselves and getting full from their Bruhz was amazing…..Even the sisters stepped aside from trolling to allow y’all to have your moments. ( I’m sure there were plenty down there trolling but y’all were so in your moment they were not even a factor 😀)BEHOLD THAT PURPLE AND GOLD was in full effect y’all shut Charlotte DOWN PERIODT!!!

[@GiftsbyChosen]

It was truly magical 💜💛💜💛💜💛

[@SarahEvansCunningham23]

ROGER THAT!!!!!!!!! YOU spoke EVERYTHING I felt...saw and experienced. I was on a high from that a enitre week later. Incredible sight to see

[@chamitria8]

Hey Ricky I enjoyed the videos thank you for posting look like you guys had an amazing time you created memories for your grandson that he will never ever ever forget! He fit right in 🤪

[@claudiajones356]

Now I'm crying.bless you always

[@debraporter929]

I have so much respect for you and your family

[@kimseegars2503]

You are such a loving fun person Rickey. You make me laugh and smile. God bless you.

[@williemaerawlinson4939]

What make my heart ❤ so full was all the Love that was shown there amgnost all the the different Alpha groups. I definitely love the old music 🎶, it brought back the good old Days of kindness, and so much Love ❤ of showing all the Peace in the world 🌎, that God was totally in the midst of it all. RICKEY, you keep doing what you do always and that is the amazing 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 LOVE ❤ that always come from your Heart ❤. Love you and Grayson, ♥️♥️♥️

[@natashaharrison3572]

I had an amazing time this weekend!! 💜💛

[@deborahhenry7739]

Good evening Rickey !! It was good seeing you walking in your greatness and you having such a wonderful time and grace and experiencing something that only happens once in a lifetime but I can see now that you were going to include him and that will be a good thing you such a good grandfather and a good personAnd you know me keep doing what you’re doing have a blessed day

[@deborahhenry7739]

Seeing Grayson enjoying himself and experience of a lifetimeKeep walking in your greatness

[@shaundrajohnson5025]

We. Love. You. Rickey. You're. The. Best. Friend. Anybody. Could. Have. Thank. You. God. Bless you 🙏 ♥ 🙌 💖 💓 ❤ 🙏 ♥ 🙌 💖 💓 ❤ 🙏 ♥ 🙌 💖 💓 ❤ 🙏 ♥

[@danitablue3356]

Beautiful testimony. Grayson was having a wonderful time . Continues Blessing to you always. Thank you 🙏

[@Only1QueenOfEverything]

Wow, this touched my heart…praying a supernatural healing for your friends! ❤️❤️

[@taradurgans5077]

Rickey, Thank-you again for your participation with our Centennial Boule (Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc.,) as well as Bro.Ben Crump’s affirmation of our roads yet to be victoriously pursued as we continue to be vigilant about justice and being unapologetically proud Black people. I am truly a better woman for knowing so many of your humble, talented , dedicated and fiercely heroic Brothers; especially Bro. Mark A. Parks Jr., who I’ve known since our undergraduate era as he supported me more than words could ever express. I concur that your Brothers exude Greatness because they undoubtedly do not fear their greatness !

[@sherrywarren616]

Good morning Rickey ❤️🤗 This was such a touching video. I'm so glad you had such a wonderful weekend with Grayson and all your brothers. The video's I've watched over and over... loved them all. What a beautiful experience for Grayson too. ♥️ I will pray for your brother 🙏🏻 Have a good rest.. and carry on being the amazing man you are. You are loved so much. 🤗😍♥️♥️♥️

[@monabutler7265]

Glad to see and Hear that everything went well and the Video I saw was Awesome and Amazing you All had a Wonderful and Great time and that's how Life should be For Men and Women of Color All the time. Thanks for Sharing your experience appreciate it and you. Love You Rickey Smiley 🙏🏽💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜😘🥰

[@kayandaeddings4803]

I watched all of the videos this weekend of you being in Charlotte with Grayson. He is going to have long lasting memories of this event when you show him when he gets older.

[@sweete64133]

My Daddy Charles l Shelton Jr aka BeBeQ was the most proud Que I know. He passed away in 2017 and the Ques have honored him so much since as they did when he was alive.

[@greenfieldservices6390]

Love you Ricky thanks for all you do !