Hard - Rihanna ft. Jeezy

I'm not really a fan of the song but I did enjoy the video.

Rihanna X GQ Cover

I have to say Rihanna looks amazing, as usual.  I love the new shoot.  Here's a few pics from the shoot.

Adore

YSL

CANT WAIT !!!

Rihanna x New Tattoo

I was going through my tumblr and saw this picture of Rihanna, and noticed her new ink.  I looked it up and it says "Never a failure, always a lesson."

WORLD WIDE UNDERGROUND

Thanksgiving '09.

This Thanksgiving my mom rented a condo in Orlando. So me, her, her husband, my sister and her fiance all went to celebrate Thanksgiving. The condo was amazing and so was the place we were staying at. I had the best time and didn't get to take as nearly as many pictures as I wanted to and the ones I did take don't even begin to portray all the fun we had. I have to say this was the best vacation/Thanksgiving ever and I'm still sad it had to end.

I am in love with this song. I can relate to exactly how she's feeling. After seeing an interview with her about the concept of this video it is quite evident she's referring to Swizz Beats (at least that's what I think).

This life is what you make it. No matter what, you’re going to mess up sometimes, it’s a universal truth. But the good part is you get to decide how you’re going to mess it up. Girls will be your friends – they’ll act like it anyway. But just remember, some come, some go. The ones that stay with you through everything – they’re your true best friends. Don’t let go of them. Also remember, sisters make the best friends in the world. As for lovers, well, they’ll come and go too. And I hate to say it, but most of them – actually pretty much all of them - are going to break your heart, but you can’t give up because if you give up, you’ll never find your soul mate. You’ll never find that half who makes you whole and that goes for everything. Just because you fail once, doesn’t mean you’re gonna fail at everything. Keep trying, hold on, and always, always, always believe in yourself, because if you don’t, then who will, sweetie? So keep your head high, keep your chin up, and most importantly, keep smiling, because life’s a beautiful thing and there’s so much to smile about.” — Marilyn Monroe

I saw this and got teary-eyed and felt really proud.

I am dieing for a pair of these tights.

this is one bomb ass tattoo!

“Without leaps of imagination or dreaming, we lose the excitement of possibilities. Dreaming, after all is a form of planning. -Gloria Steinem

I've been at the lowest of lowest when I thought I wouldn't make it to see another day. I've been at a point where I never thought I'd smile or laugh again. I've been at a point where I honestly thought I'd be spending the rest of my life feeling hopeless, sad, and have this nagging pain in my heart that just hurt so bad all I could do was cry to try to release it. I've been at a point where all I could do was cry, for it seemed like the only thing I could do. I've been at a point where nothing mattered and all I could see were dark days ahead. I can't say it was an easy process getting over it, but even looking back now I want to cry because it was such a scary time and I never thought I'd make it through.

Leopard Nails

I've seen a lot of this lately and I'm dieing to try.

Life is full of beauty. Notice it. Notice the bumble bee, the small child, and the smiling faces. Smell the rain, and feel the wind. Live your life to the fullest potential, and fight for your dreams.

Empire State of Mind

I had to post just because I'm a New Yorker ;)

I posted this for these glasses; I have a pair similar and I love them.

I had to post simply because I love her and her tats and style is so bad ass.

I saw this pic and just had to post it. RIP Aaliyah <3.

cuteee nails; i might try.

Juicy Couture

My new obsession and favorite perfume.

Halle Berry & Daughter.

Halle Berry's daughter is tooo adorable!

Free Fallin' (Acoustic) Live - John Mayer

I absolutely LOVE John Mayer and this is one of my favorite songs by him.

iPod Headphone Necklace

Definitely want this!

I had to post this simply because I ADORE Marilyn Monroe. I think she's one of the most beautiful women in history.

“Men hate to cry, they rarely ever do. But when a man cries over you, you know he loves you. Because men only cry when they lost something or are afraid of losing something that they love as much or more than themselves.”

--loveee this dress.

YSL loveeeee.

Rihanna - 20/20 Interview

I just finished watching the 20/20 Rihanna interview. I don't even know where to begin, seriously. I guess I should start by saying I do not believe that a woman ever deserves to be a hit, whether she hit the man first, whether she was rude or disrespectful, nothing. It is NEVER okay for a man to place his hands on a woman, especially the way Chris did Rihanna. I have to say I feel like I saw a different side of her.  We're used to seeing the sexy and strong Rihanna, but she really let another side of her show. She was vulnerable. I have to give her shouts for composing herself, I know I would not be able to hold back all those emotions she had to be feeling. I think it's wrong that so many people judge her for going back.  It is never easy to leave someone you love whether or not they've abused you or not. But I am proud of her for being strong and doing what she had to do, not only for herself but for all those millions of girls and women who go through the same situations and maybe didn't know what to do, and watching Rihanna speak out motivated them to take the steps they needed to leave their abusive signifanct other. My heart goes out to all the women who have been apart of domestic violence. I know it is an ugly thing and can leave not only physical scars but emotional and mental as well.

Hip Hop Weekly No. 5*

This week I wasn't really sure what video to pick considering there's always so many so, I finally decided on..
Freaks Come Out At Night - Whodini

Well my weekend I guess you could say was eventful. Thursday after work, me and my loves Shari and Dineen went out to eat.  Of course we had to go to Pollo Tropical, yummm. Then we chilled at the mall, none of us did any shopping and I was really disappointed I couldn't find anything in any of the stores. But then again it's Pembroke Lakes and it's not that great of a mall. Friday morning I woke up at the crack of dawn to drive to Ft. Lauderdale with Shari. She needed to pick up her badge for her education class. So after three hours of driving around being lost, and trying to find this place we finally got there, only to find out the badge had already been picked up. Wasn't that a waste of time and gas, smh. So then we ate, ran some errands then went back to Shari's house to chill before we had to go to work. Saturday (Halloween) was crazy. Me and Dineen couldn't find ANYTHING to do.We changed plans sooo many times. From Hookah bars to parties and finally to this fall festival. The festival was alright. We got to hang out with Shari and I saw Carolyn who I haven't seen in everrrr. So that was fun. Then I went back to Dineen's house and chilled for a few hours and went home. And today? I have no clue. I'll probably just go to Bloomies to get some makeup and chill for the rest of the day.

Songs in A Minor x Butterflyz

I'm listening to Songs in A Minor by Alicia Keys which is one of my favorite albums of all time. The song 'Butterflyz' just started playing and everytime I hear it I have to put it on repeat. I think one of the things I like the most is that she wrote this song when she was only 14. And I can say that I used to write like this as well, even at a young age. It's been a while since I've been in a relationship, but all I can hope for is the next man I meet makes me feel similar to this.

Mmhmn mmhmn

Lately when I look into your eyes I realize
You're the only one I need in my life
Baby I just don't know how to describe
How lovely you made me feel inside

You give me butterflyz
Got me flying so high in the sky I can't control the butterflyz
You give me butterflyz
Got me flying so high in the sky
I can't control the butterflyz


It seems like the light you give???
From the start you told me I would be your queen
But never had I imagined such a feeling
Joy is what you bring I want to give you everything


You give me butterflyz
Got me flying so high in the sky
I can't control the butterflyz
You give me butterflyz
Got me flying so high in the sky I can't control these butterflyz


You and I are destiny
I know now you were made for me
Oh oh ooh I can't control it
It's driving me
Taking me over
You give me butterflyz
Got me flying so high in the sky
I can't control the butterflyz


You give me butterflyz
Got me flying so high in the sky
I can't control the butterflyz

Sweet Dreams

Once again I'm not a big fan of Beyonce, but I loveeee this song. Not too fond of the video but I can still appreciate the song.

 

*ignore the fact that some asshole felt the need to add the backstreet boys to the end of this. wtf.

"Since love grows within you, so beauty grows. For love is the beauty of the soul." -Saint Augustine

Hip Hop Weekly No. 4*

I have to say I love this song, it's my favorite LL song hands down.

She’s not like that now. She knows better. She knows now that people lie and promises can be broken as quick as they are made. She understands that she might never be loved and too quickly, good things fly in front of your eyes before you can reach out and grab them. She knows that you can’t change or help time, so every now and then, it’ll just run out. There isn’t a place for everyone in the world, so if you’re standing alone for a while, that’s why. Not everything in life comes easy, but when you work the hardest, that’s when it’s your best. You can’t always expect people to care and even when your best friends stab you in the front, don’t think for a minute they didn’t already aim for your back. They missed for a reason. She has found out too soon, that in the end, you are your own best friend. Everyone will be broken at some point in their life, and more often then not. It’s gonna hurt like hell, but you can’t stop it. You can’t change your own fate. Some things are meant to be and all the pain you go through will end up resulting in something huge. You don’t know what it is and when it happens, it’ll hit you like a ton of bricks. At some point, when you have experienced everything you can, the words “life” and “risk” won’t mean anything to you anymore. But don’t try and change that. stuff like that is meant to happen. Over time, certain things no longer have an affect on you, and that happens cause that’s the way its suppose to be. But you’ll learn all that later in life when little things like a sunrise or a spring rain start to matter. But it might catch you off guard and happen sooner. I mean, ask her. She knows.”

Halo- Beyonce

I didn't have this blog when this video first came out, and although both the song and video are old, I still love both. Ask anyone who knows me, I'm not a big fan of Beyonce, but this song impressed me.

New York Housewife, Bethenny Frankel Pregnant!

Now I absolutely fell in love with The Real Housewives of New York, mainly because that's where my family is from so I can relate with the fashion/lifestyle, etc. My favorite housewife has got to be Bethenny Frankel. She's witty, sarcastic, fun, creative, and strong. I also related with her on one episode where Jill's mother talked to her about her relationship with her father and told her not to be a 'tortured soul'. I completely understood where she was coming from and why she had the issues she did. So after reading people.com, they announced that she's pregnant! I think that's absolutely amazing. All the luck and joy to her.

Pre-School Teacher?!

I haven't been feeling well lately, so I have a doctor's appointment in about an hour. But I decided to blog about my decided major since I haven't gotten the time to. So I've changed my mind numerous times as to what I wanted to major in. I went from Nursing to Poli. Sci. to Fashion Merchandising, to Advertising and I've been all over the map with what I want to do. Mainly because I don't find a lot of things interesting. I finally came to the realization that I should do something with children. I mean I've been working with kids for over 4 years already. I've worked with ages 2-4 and I love it. So as of now my new major is Early Childhood Development. I want to teach, but I'm not sure as to whether I just want to do that or if I want a degree in Psychology and maybe do both. It's pre-mature so I'm sure something is subject to change. But making this decision, I've never felt more sure as to what I want to do with my life. I love kids, there's nothing like a child being able to put a smile on your face. No feeling, for me, can amount to it.

When people can walk away from you, let them walk. Don`t try to talk another person into staying with you, loving you, calling you, caring for you, coming to see you, or staying attached to you. When people can walk away, let them walk. Your destiny is never tied to anybody that left.”

Alicia Keys- Doesn't Mean Anything

Alicia Keys has been one of my favorite artists since she first came out with 'Songs in A Minor'. I have to say over the years her style has changed, and although I haven't liked all of her stuff, I still consider her an amazing artist. This new song I can definitely relate to the lyrics, not to mention I loved the fact that she was playing the piano again, I missed that. And she looks gorgeous, as always.

I think it's funny, well not funny, more like intersting, baffling. We went from talking everyday, feelings and possibilites forming and arising, to nothing. Just like that. No explanation, no reasoning, just simply gone. Now you have me wondering what went wrong? Was it something I said, did, or didn't do? It's a shame really, but I guess that just goes to show,  just because you want something bad enough doesn't mean you'll always get it.

Hip Hop Weekly No. 3*

One of my favs! Always on repeat on my iPod.

A Tribe Called Quest - Electric Relaxation

Enjoy :)

So this weekend was pretty much a bust. Thursday night after work I went shopping with my girls Shari and Dineen. I bagged a few cute things but didn't get my uggs. Of course we had a good time, laughing at all the ridiculous people and at stupid jokes. I love chillin' with those two. Friday night I was supposed to chill with a certain someone (names will not be mentioned) but he didn't know how to get down here and I couldn't drive out to Sawgrass so that was a disappointment for me..but what else is new..So instead just ran some errands, nothing special. Saturday was the turning point I guess you could say. It was starting to get cool so that was pleasant. I went to Aventura with Dineen, which was crowded as hell! We didn't do any shopping because both of us had expenses :( Now if you know me, you know I cannot go out and not buy anything. But I surprised myself and I didn't, so kudos for me, lol. We chilled at the mall a bit, ate dinner and left early because the movie theater was beyond crowded. I guess everyone was going to see Paranormal Acitivity -_-
We ended up watching Family Guy as usual. And I was so tired I felt drunk, lol. Sunday was a horrible day. I woke up feeling like I was about to get a cold. So the day was spent sleeping and in bed. I've had better weekends, but I've also had worse. I hope everyone enjoyed theirs :)

Good Times*

Just wanted to post a few more pics. No special occasion, just spending time with my best.

Hip Hop Weekly No. 2*

I definitely had to post this video. I absolutely LOVE this song. I never get tired of it.

-Rapper's Delight by Sugarhill Gang

Throwback Pic*

I decided to post a throwback pic of the week. So here's the first one. Me and Annabelle, on the first day of Junior year. This is when we made a promise that we should start 'collecting' kicks and become 'sneakerheads' smh. lol.

Hip Hop Weekly *

So I came up with the idea to have Hip Hop videos of the week. The focus is mainly Old School and I will try to post every Monday :) Sooo here's the first one...to compliment the song playing.. I Used To Love H.E.R. by Common.

Weekend Well Spent *

Although I didn't take enough pictures, these can't begin to capture all that happened last week, I decided to post them anyway. I must say my girls are thee best <33.