Thank you......NELLY??!?......for bringing back the New York classic isht. One of the first truly hip-hop brands, b-boys, nefs, and dealers all rocked Troop at one point or another, made popular by none other than Ladies Love Cool J.
But when a rumor got on the hood wire that TROOP stood for "To Rule Over Oppressed People," and was owned by the KKK, TROOP (whose volume was 95% African
Keyshia Cole was spotted on the beach yesterday looking good while doing the Summer Fitness thing.TMZ caught up with her as she was jogging.She appeared to be really serious about her workout.That's right Keyshia keep that frame looking HOT!Sources: TMZ, Splash NewsSubscribe to my feed
Sometimes it’s hard to reach our goals. Oh, it’s easy to start. It’s even manageable to keep it up for a few days, or even weeks, but when the hard stuff hits, we are thrown off track. And when we mess up, we figure we’ve ruined everything, so we stop. Sometimes the hard part is continuing. We don’t fail because we don’t
I remember the debut of Reno 911 back in 2003. My hometown was buzzing with the good news that our home brand would be featured in a potentially funny Comedy Central series.
Little did we know that...
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The Vatican announced Thursday in a general decree that it will excommunicate anyone who would attempt to ordain a woman as a priest and the woman herself. Is this surprising? When Paul says that a woman should remain silent in the church (1 Corinthians 14:34-35), he means sit down and shut the hell up! What the [...]
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Nokia’s N95 had made for a popularknockofftarget, but usually, the result is… you know, about the same size as the original. Not so with the Leady MM95, though, which rests comfortably within the palm of a hand and packs an FM radio with scheduled recording capability, VGA camera (a far cry [...]
If I didn’t like my TV, I probably would have smashed it by now.
That gawd-awful hoochie, Kim Kardashian, and her simple sisters are a reality show blight.
I get stuck watching it sometimes with my friends, and the whole time I am just thinking how I know exactly why this show is doing well and still [...]
The Gift of Motherhood is a booklet that works well as complementary information for couples who take classes presented in hospitals. A DVD is available along with the book. This clip will give you the greatest laugh.Also, we have been busy facilitating childbirth educator workshops throughout the Western United States. Hope to see you at a workshop soon! Stay posted for contact hours and continuing education classes you can take online.Peace
Top 5 this Week.Holy cow, it's Neil Diamond. I luuurve Neil Diamond. We all love Neil Diamond in the BagMomma house. In fact, when we found out that David A. was going to sing "Sweet Caroline" we made for great backup singers and my David even got out his guitar to accompany the music.But you know what was even better than Neil Diamond night?Paula totally zoning out and forgetting the show was only half over. Oh yes, that provided the best laughs of the night. Did you miss it? Watch here:Oh yeah, we have a show to talk about....Jason Castro: I really did not like Jason at all this week. It was just uncomfortable to watch. He's really starting to bore me. I hate to say it, but he's on his way out. He's just not connecting with the audience anymore.David Cook: This guy is just good, good, GO
Top 8 this Week.Inspirational week. I was waiting to be inspired. For the most part I was, except for a few (one) performance that was decidedly uninspiring. Read on...Michael Johns: I liked last week better, but I still think this was good. Randy, you were harsh, dude. I do agree that he hasn't found his place/style. If I wished anything for him it would be to go back to the bluesy thing. Digging the ascot though.Syesha Mercado: Oh Syesha... you just had to go do that, didn't you? As if we all haven't warned you enough about singing BIG songs, now you tromped on another BIG song, and you just MAKE everyone want to compare you to the original. If I had advice for Syesha, it would be to go your OWN thing. Stop it already... we know you have a voice. ahrghh.Jason Castro: Me likes it. The uk
Top 9 this Week.I do love Dolly Parton. Such a sweet lady. Of course I know this to be true via my Mom who met Dolly about a year ago before a show in Atlantic City. Dolly spent a long time chatting with my Mom and my Aunt, and had to be pulled away (hello Dolly? you have a show to do) by her "people", otherwise my Mom was sure she would have gone on for another hour of chit chat. I love celebs who aren't full of themselves.Oh yeah, the show. I had high expectations. But I came to the conclusion that Dolly is indeed so brilliant, that her not singing a song can lead to disastrous results.David (my David) couldn't join me to provide comment. He was tired, and nodded off early.Brooke White: I think she did a good job. I love the song "Jolene" and I expected her to do more with it. I would ha
Top 11 this Week. Ok, remember when I said last week that I was not impressed? Color me blue (again). I just didn't like most of the performances. Was it me? The second week of Beatles songs? Why are they shoving the Beatles down our throats this season anyway?On to the fun....Amanda Overmyer: As I noted last week, I just am getting bored with her (now I am sounding like Simon). I am also a bit peeved how big the heads are on these contestants this year. Whoa, nelly.... you are not famous YET. I can't really say more than that. But having spoke my peace, you and I both know she will still be around next week.David says: "Bad!" "No, I like it!" ok Sybill......Kristy Lee Cook: I cringed through most of this song. Just was all over the place. Even Paula didn't like it, and you know what that
Top 12 this Week. Was it me, or was last night a little bit of a letdown? I saw a lot of nerves and the people I expected Great Things from.... were..... mediocre? Let's press on to the meat of the matter.Be prepared for David's comments... they are insightful and well, childish.Syesha Mercado: Hmmmmmm.... all I was thinking during this performance was how much it was just ok. "Just ok for me dawg..." as Randy would say. The song makes me happy... but I just wanted more.David says: Nothing. He was still in the bath.. but hang on, because he has something to say about Chikezie...Chikezie: I love this guy. I love his personality. Does he not just seem like the nicest person you would want to meet? Great song. Great Energy. One of my faves for the night. And I was so close to writing him off
Keepin' it real fake, part CXIII: the Blade Runner MP4 player doesn't make calls, retire ReplicantsLike peanut butter and jelly, oil and vinegar, and Benny and Joon, some things just go together. If you thought the words 'Blade Runner' and the industrial design of the RAZR were always 'meant to be,' your day has finally come. Enter the Blade Runner MP4 player -- the PMP that looks like a phone, but acts like far, far, far less. The device has lots of familiar media player features, but let's be honest: all the information you need about this baby is up in that photo above. Own the magic today for $49.99.(Via Engadget.)
In keeping with my newfound obsession with safari looks and neutral palettes, here's a little outfit I threw together for my friend Mena, who was feeling her work clothes needed a little pick me up. An awesome pair of indigo jeans and some colorful embroidered flats put the fun back in her funky self. The jacket - killer! Must, must have this ladies so head on down to Old Navy right now and get it on sale.OldNavy Cropped Safari Jacket $39.50 $29.50AE Straight 77 Stretch Jean $39.50 $29.95WetSeal Zig Zag Stud Tank $12.50Target Bronze Seashell Drop Earrings $7.99CutesyGirl Bamboo Rose Flats $39.99 $6.99 TOTAL: $86.93
There's nothing like a lunar eclipse to make you feel like you've got to get things in line . . . Yesterday, I had an odd notion sweep over me - professionalism (as a writer - blog excluded). I'm still trying to decide if this is a good thing or a bad thing. Today, I'm cleaning this stupid house. We're actually having family up this weekend - At least, I'm praying that my sister didn't change her mind or run out of money. I'm anticipating inspiration.
First, a fond farewell to Steve Gerber, the amazing writer of the Defenders, creator of Howard the Duck (the awesome comic, not the horrible movie) and all-around good egg in the field of comics. I hope you have a stockpile of stories for us to read when we meet up with you in the Great Beyond._______________________________This is one of the greatest panels in the history of the world. What isn't awesome about this? Every lame Superboy story I've suffered through to get to this panel is now totally worth it.________________________________You don't have a live band, you say? I'm with the girl on this one - is this really an appropriate use of a distress signal? _________________________________One from sPat - wow, Kal really made Kara his bitch, didn't he? You shall deny your very ex
Recently, we were asked to promote Julia Nixon, former Broadway Dreamgirl and award winning artist with the debut of her new cd, ‘Keepin on Track.’
Sounds simple enough. Julia is a story in and of herself. Besides being an award winning artist (receiving a 2007 Helen Hayes award for her role in Studio Theatre’s Caroline, or Change), she’s performed for many mayoral and presidential inaugurations, and was a frequent performer at Mr. Henry’s in Adam’s Morgan and Blues Alley in Georgetown.
But she walked away from her profession twenty years ago to raise her son. And now she’s back.
Our challenge — we only had two weeks to promote her ‘Welcome Home’ concert at The Lincoln Theater. We had to think fast and here’s some of the ways we did it.
First and foremost is perseverance. When we weren’t getting the traction we wanted, we retooled the pitch. We tried new outlets. Then we tried them again.
Overall, our campaign incl
Just a quick update and moral support on a Friday night. Focus on tracking all expenses, resist your urge to go to the vending machine to get a soda/snack, and concentrate on saving money. If you can, avoid going out to eat and taking long trips; conserve that gas money and lost dollars on high priced meals. Take advantage of coupons that you see coming in the mail for the grocery store, and also for some of your favorite fast food places.
You don’t have to pay full price for anything! I just bought a laptop online that is a brand new Lenovo (Lenovo bought IBM’s laptop business recently) for $644.99. Expensive you think? Not for a Pentium Core Duo 2.0 GHz, 1 GB DDR RAM, 120 GB hard disk, 15.4″ glossy screen, webcam, fingerprint reader, built-in blue tooth, and wireless LAN. I bought it on eBay completely new with a full one year warranty (I verified it with Lenovo), and it showed up in the mail 3 days later. I own a Dell Inspiron 6400 currently, but now that I ha
"Mom, what would you do if Coffeegirl's boyfriend climbed up on the roof and knocked on her window and she let him in?"
"Nothing. I think it sounds fun. I'd probably do that if I was kid again... well, not a kid, but a teenager."
"What!? So you wouldn't get mad if you walked in my room and found a girl had snuck in through my window!?"
"That would depend on what you were doing."
"What if
Jennifer Lopez...is she or isn't she? (source)Is there a mini-Lopez hiding under all of those Cavalli costumes or what? It may be a long time before we find out for sure, and we can't blame her. Some things should be kept private, right? Either way, J Lo has been donning an array of fantastic costumes sure to make any preggers mom jealous.If you want to steal Jennifer Lopez's "mama style" then use these tips to recreate her look:1) Trapeze dresses: Snap up some trapeze dresses in a variety of colors in a soft, comfy fabric. These are great because they hug your curves but give you ample room in the belly area, and can also be paired with tights or leggings.2) It's all about the cleavage: You may notice that your chest area is a little more gifted...flaunt it! Empire waist dresses that accentuate your bust and leave room in the tummy area are ideal.3) Get glam hair and makeup: There's no better way to play up that momma glow than with fabulous hair and makeup! If you are like I wa
Today I went and visited my nieces and nephews, ages 6, 8 and 11. It was the little one's birthday, and she wanted me to bring her a Barbie (of all things...lol). I instead got her a "That's So Raven" hairstylin' doll, complete with accessories.Can I first interject that the doll doesn't look like Raven Symone, but instead is a dead ringer for Beyonce? I swear. Check the photos on the package AND the doll. There must have been a doll head mold mixup back at the factory!Anyway, she loved it, along with the Dora the Explorer set I got her. So, we spent an hour or so creating little scenarios for the doll, along with one of her Barbie's, to experience, like getting their hair done, dressing up, going to the club, going to the doctor, going shopping....you know, GIRLY stuff. I must admit, I was a bit TOO into it! lolThen I noticed my other niece and nephew online playing around on Myspace and YouTube, and all of a sudden when this song came on, they jumped up and started doing
Okay, today we are going to be as socially responsible as we're ever gonna be here at CMNS, which is to say, not much, but more than we usually are.First, do not squander the resource that was created by foldedsoup's rockin' recyclin' of CMNS panels of yore wherein he took my funny and made it funnier. I'll tell you right now this is the funniest thing you're going to see on the 'net today, so if you decide to quit surfing after you read it, I'll totally understand.But, if you come back, we can talk social responsibility!Yeah, Superboy, we were just coming back to smoke a lot of weed plan a community project. Thank goodness you kept the place from burning down! This time!I'm with Superboy.... you can only have too many statues of yourself before it gets embarassing. Sometimes, less is more!I've never understood why Sue does this. Instead of shucking her clothes, she just makes them invisible. Why, other than for the artist's benefit, would she do that? I mean, her stre
If you want to look professional without looking pedestrian, dated and/or completely uptight, keep the jacket and throw out the suit. A structured suit jacket can work wonders over funky vintage tees, jeans and all your usual chichi-ness. Top it all off with the perfect handbag and shoes and you'll be making 9-to-5 paperwork stylish!Own itSuede Studded Envelope Bag $28 Cotton Cigarette Pants $28NY&Co City Collection Suit Jacket $59Michael Antonio Tulsa High Strap Ankle Pump $39.98Maria Print Tunic Tee $25
I got an email yesterday from an old friend/associate (we've gone down differing paths over the years, but still remain fairly close), and in the footer of the email, she had some random quote from Ghandi and "Keep It Real". I was sort of shocked to see that in the footer because over the years and currently, she makes it her responsibility to follow the latest trends to a T and to try her damndest to keep up with the money makers and the Joneses (on a teacher's salary), even though she admits to not liking half of the things she's purchased, etc.Then I got to thinking about all the rappers and media people forever drilling "Keep It Real" or some version thereof into the minds of the masses, but at the same time trying to harangue everyone into buying their movie, CD, or whatever have you. Last time I checked, keeping it real involves me being comfortable in my own skin, liking what I like, being who I want to be, and doing what I want to do unashamedly. It doesn't require being to
Say it ain't so. Here we are, the last official wrap-up of the season.Let me say this, I don't think this is a competition anymore. To me it seems Jordin has this in the bag. I personally like Blake, but hell, Blake is going to have a great career no matter what happens tonight.The fact is, the crappy song that they sang at the end was suited only to Jordin. And she's a great singer, and she's cute, and young. And marketable.They should have just gave her the title last night.Blake is so original, he should get his own title... because he is the most original person in ALL of the AI seasons.Yes people, I said ALL seasons.And there you have it.
Down to the wire people, did this season fly by or what? I thought last night's show was great, and I am truly torn. They are all equally deserving to win.Jordin has grown on me, and dare I say it... she is my personal favorite. I could ding Simon on the head for saying he thought her last song was "old-fashioned". That is a timeless song, and I got goosebumps hearing her sing it. Simon is surprised that a seventeen year-old can illict such passion in a song like that? hello? Simon? don't you remember when you were a seventeen year-old with raging emotion?If you want to talk old-fashioned, what was up with the producers choice for her??? She Works Hard for the Money??? Are you flipping kidding me? Cleary the producers did not put a lot of thought into that selection.Blake is also doing it his way, and I appreciate the orginality he brings to the stage. He will do well whether he wins or not. My favorite song last night was "This Love". He's funky, cool, and how can you
Howdy! I know it's been a long time since we've talked, but I have a good reason. I OFFICIALLY graduated from Howard University on Saturday. I have real life actual diploma and I couldn't be more happy. So, you know I had to kick it strong this past weekend.Now, you've heard plenty of stories about me cutting up in the club. This time, I was on my best behavior. However, one of my good friends decided to cross the line this weekend. There have been conflicting reports about how Sister Rate ended up detained by club security. Let's explore them. Here is her version, in her own words:So what had happened was... I was about to go to the second floor of the club, to see my other group of friends, and to look 4 my enchanted love, but instead of taking the less crowded way, I decided to walk through the most crowded part of the club. Now usually I try to say "Excuse me", but I was way too hype/drunk to think about such pleasantries. So I walk past this guy and gal dancing, and I feel so
Whether you are a business owner, manager, trainer,etc...there is one thing that will immediately help you to gain the respect and adoration of your employees. Believe it or not, IT IS NOT YOUR TITLE. You have to be very careful not to portray yourself as being a "know-it all."People will always identify with somebody who is real, genuine, and touchable. This attribute is of the utmost importance as a manager. You have to remember that your title alone brings tension to the relationship between you and your subordinates. You do not want to add any extra fuel to that fire.You have to also be sure to present yourself as someone who knows the job well but does not know everything. It is always better to voice your understanding of something and offer an opportunity for insight than to be publ
Oh my, we are getting into the home stretch aren't we? I loved the show last night, especially since the mentor du jour was Jon Bon Jovi.Let me tell you about my love of Bon Jovi. I grew up with these guys. They were one of the first concerts I attended. If you looked inside my high school/college "memories" box still at my Mom and Dad's house you will find a vintage "New Jersey" concert t-shirt circa 1988. I met Jon back in '93 when I worked in the same office building as a local rock radio station.Nevermind he needed a box to stand on to even be the same height as me, but he was always hot as hell.Wait a sec, I'm supposed to be reviewing the latest American Idol.Here's your Top 6:Phil- wow, call me suprised! I really liked his rendition. I might even call myself a new fan of Phil. His best performance.Jordin- oh man, I was disappointed. Well, let me back up a bit. When Jordin said her Mom was fan, I remembered she was 17, which scared me more than that crazy hair bec
Well it's LA Bradley again. I know it's been a while since last posting and I'm sorry for that. But what I have for you today should help make that up."Do you have money, candy or great advice?"No my highly-literate and well-read friends.I have hip-hop culture insight.For those who know the way Cockney and some Australian slang works where the used word is often a derivative of some rhyming expression you will know hip-hop is much that same way: "Ds" as in, 'throw some Ds (pronounced: deez) on it' is short for 'dub' which is the first sound in 'W' which is the first letter in 'Wheels.' Therefore to "throw some Ds on it" means to put wheels (rims) on a car.So I'd like to bring you into the loop of "Swayzeing" or "ghosting" or the long form "ghost riding."Made popular by an E-40 song where he echos "ghost ride the whip," people are starting to ghost ride their cars more and more. There is a great article on Wikipedia about ghost riding but the long and the short of it is a
Top 6 this week... wow, this is going fast, isn't it? Didn't Ryan mention Bono was a mentor this week?? Did I miss that? He kinda mentioned it at the beginning of the show and then, nothing. Ok, I digress.....Here's my reaction to this week's performances.Chris- I really thought he did a GREAT job this week. Ya'll know I've been waiting and waiting for Chris to have a good week and this was his best. He's my favoritest. lol. I can make up words whenever I want.Melinda- She's so good, there's nothing really to say... Although I am getting a little bored of her humbleness. It's starting to wear on me, or am I just being a biotch?Blake- I like Blake. I like the song, "Imagine". I did not like Blake singing the song "Imagine". I dunno. It just seemed a little dead to me.LaKisha- I am sad to report that LaKisha must be throwing darts on a board selecting songs lately. Last week it was the yucky Carrie Underwood song, and now she rips on another AI winner and falls flat. Watch ou
Top 7 this week...Here's my reaction to this week's performances.Phil- Phil... hmmmm. I usually do not like this guy, but this seemed to be the most comfortable I've ever seen him. Is country his element? Will it save him from being eliminated this week? Maybe.Jordin- Holy cow, she knocked it out of the park. This is one of my FAVORITE Martina McBride songs... and she sang it!! Loved it. A lot.Sanjaya- Ok, if he grew on me a little last week, I am definately over that. He was bad. Really bad.LaKisha- Wrong song this week. I felt like she was shouting at the audience. And in the beginning of the song she was totally off the beat. This was one of her worst perfomances. And the gold boots? equally bad.Chris- I wanted so badly for this to be his week. I think he sounded like a cat scratching a chalkboard. You all know I love this guy, but I am scared for him this week. If he doesn't pull the votes, he could be the next to go.Melinda- Who knew Melinda could do country? hands???? Well, o
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Top 8 this week...Here's my reaction to this week's performances.Melinda- Didn't thrill me, but it was ok. I do think that Simon's comments were warranted, I mean, she can't be on it EVERY week for EVERY song. Still love her though.LaKisha- Ok, the dress made me nervous.... lol. Besides that, I liked that she was having so much fun. I think one of her better performances even though the judges thought otherwise.Chris- I just think he gets more adorable each week. I think he did a great job, even though I really dislike that Santana song. It was sooo overplayed when it came out originally, I still cringe when I hear it. Don't you?Haley- Yep, Simon pretty much summed it up. A pair of nice legs will only get you so far. Yes, I am quite envious of those legs, but darling, this will be your last week to prance across the stage in your beauty pagent glory. I'm sure you'll end up as a correspondent on ET/Access Hollywood or something as your consolation prize. Don't fret.Phil- Ok, fo
Michael Barrett's rep Matt Kramer over at Barrett's website has agreed to let us LOHO bloggers compile our questions for Michael to answer. This diary is for those said questions that you've wanted to ask Michael but were afraid because you're one of the "little people." Well, have no fear!!! I will compile the list of questions and send them to Matt on Friday morning. He said that we should have answers within the next couple of weeks. The only thing I think that Julie (or any of us) would ask is that the questions not delve into private issues or any other obviously "off limits" topics (I'm sure this sounds odd coming from me) - the only exception being the question of the "nutty buddy." And with that, take it away:
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Thanks to Laurel for the new button (which I found at one of my favorite blogs BooMama)! We now officially have a Mommy addiction going on here. lol. Top 9 this week...Here's my reaction to this week's performances.Blake- Liked it. This guy just always looks comfortable and like he's having a ball. I wouldn't have expected him to sing this style so well, but he surprised me. Well done.Phil- zzzzzzzzzzz... Hard. to. stay. awake. ok, so it wasn't one of his worst performances, but I have to tell you. I just don't get that he has any charisma. Like a dead fish almost.Melinda- What can you say about vocal perfection. Wasn't my favorite performance of hers, but hey it's Melinda. She can sing me my Chinese menu. I love that Simon had the same reaction. He squirms when he can't say anything bad.Chris- Still so freaking cute. There's something that I love about him, and I REALLY really liked this performance. He's a coool cat.Jordin- I don't know, the judges were fawning all over h
Top 11 this week.... here's my mini-review of the performers...
Haley- Put some clothes back on girl. Is this what you resort to when your voice isn't up to par? A lukewarm performance for me. Just not that good dawg.... lol
Chris R- There's just something about this kid I love, waiting for him to have that stellar performance. This wasn't it. But it wasn't bad.
Stephanie- As Randy said, where
It's the top 12 week.
Read on for my take of this week's performances...
Brandon: “You Can’t Hurry Love”. I do like this guy, but he is just playing it too safe. It was a boring song for me. I keep waiting for him to really sing the heck out of a song, but I am afraid he may be eliminated before he gets there.
Melinda: “Home”. I really, really love this girl. She is such a powerhouse and
Yeah, I've officially been sucked into this season of American Idol.I try not to, I start out "casually" as a viewer, tuning in occasionally in the beginning, until I reach the point of no return.So, here we are, the Top 12.And were you as surprised as I was as to who made it? .... and who didn't?The upside, Antonella is finally gone. I'm sure she is a nice girl, don't get me wrong- but she just can't complete with everyone. Looking good can only take you so far, and I'm sure someone will hire her to do something.. as long as it's not related to singing. HARSH....I was surprised that they kept Haley instead of Sabrina. Haley can sing, but Sabrina was much, much better. That being said, I don't think either will make it past the top 6, so it's pretty much a wash there.Where do I start with Sanjaya? sigh....... I will feel bad when he is kicked to the curb, just because he seems like he has the most fragile of egos. Someone out there likes him. I think they may be voting on his
...Another thing that has bugging me lately is all guys hating on Lauren Mason. That she can’t sing, that she is this and that, that her CD cover looks like a cover of a Gonzo porn movie, that she’s too pretty and so on...
Filed under: Cellphones It's just what you've been waiting for -- a Nokia N95 running Windows Mobile. It looks like the rumors were true after all! What's that? This is not a real phone? It's just an FM radio with a sticker on the screen? Oh bother. Yes folks, thanks ...
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Yeah, we too are hoping that these overseas impostors will have to start changing up their game if they still want to ape the iPhone in just a few months, but as it stands, the Toggolino Phone actually does a fantastic job of shaming itself. Apparently this ...
