tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-83836710775624397332012-02-14T04:05:36.732-05:00A group of smart, sophisticated attorneys by day and sexy divas by night--dishing about everything and nothing. Grab a seat and join in!TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.comBlogger3711100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-45284817216118978262011-06-16T23:32:00.000-04:002011-06-16T23:32:37.113-04:00<a href="http://boutiquemixfashion.blogspot.com/2011/06/raven-symones-sexy-new-body-in-sexy.html?spref=bl">Boutique Mix Fashion: Raven Symone's sexy new body in a sexy black dress...</a>: " photo - Vibe Magazine Embracing the skinny diva in her, newly 'skinny' actress Raven Symone turned up the 'oh so sexy' heat in Vibe Magaz..."<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-4528481721611897826?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-20854318585396032132011-06-16T21:55:00.000-04:002011-06-16T21:55:02.665-04:00<a href="http://boutiquemixfashion.blogspot.com/2011/06/stunning-malinda-williams-covers-denim.html?spref=bl">Boutique Mix Fashion: Stunning Malinda Williams covers DENIM Magazine</a>: "Soulfood does a body good! Boutique Mix favorite stylista Malinda Williams is rocking some fab fashion and style for DENIM Magazine. We lo..."<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-2085431858539603213?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-65642332603863344432011-06-11T21:24:00.000-04:002011-06-11T21:24:21.058-04:00<a href="http://boutiquemixfashion.blogspot.com/2011/06/boutique-mix-fashion-summer-sweepstakes.html?spref=bl">Boutique Mix Fashion: Boutique Mix Fashion Summer Sweepstakes: Enter to ...</a>: "Summer is definitely here and that means style and fashion goodies at Boutique Mix . It is time for another fabulous Boutique Mix fashion ..."<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-6564233260386334443?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-33457562901646559792011-05-22T11:34:00.000-04:002011-05-22T11:34:21.493-04:00<a href="http://boutiquemixfashion.blogspot.com/2011/05/billboard-music-awards-2011-red-carpet.html?spref=bl">Boutique Mix Fashion: Billboard Music Awards 2011 red carpet fashion pre...</a>: "After a four-year hiatus, the Billboard Music Awards return tonight with tha star studded red carpet fashion bang. Red carpet fashion fav..."<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3345756290164655979?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-52584007589422629082011-01-02T11:06:00.000-05:002011-01-02T11:06:03.836-05:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/fashion-in-national/top-3-spring-summer-2011-fashion-trends-biker-chic-gets-a-sexy-makeover">Top 3 spring/summer 2011 fashion trends: biker chic gets a sexy makeover - National Fashion | Examiner.com</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-5258400758942262908?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-62994601808246056182011-01-02T11:05:00.000-05:002011-01-02T11:05:32.624-05:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/fashion-in-national/top-3-spring-summer-2011-fashion-trends-bringing-back-bianger-jagger-s-70s-glam">Top 3 spring/summer 2011 fashion trends: bringing back Bianca Jagger’s 70s glam - National Fashion | Examiner.com</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-6299460180824605618?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-13093030199245929462011-01-02T11:04:00.002-05:002011-01-02T11:04:58.513-05:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/fashion-in-national/top-3-spring-summer-2011-fashion-trends-romantic-sensual-sexy-lace">Top 3 spring/summer 2011 fashion trends: romantic, sensual, sexy lace - National Fashion | Examiner.com</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-1309303019924592946?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-57237065648857009792011-01-02T11:04:00.001-05:002011-01-02T11:04:26.619-05:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/fashion-in-national/2011-fashion-trends-how-to-build-your-wardrobe-without-spending-a-dime-part-2">2011 fashion trends: how to build your wardrobe without spending a dime (part 2) - National Fashion | Examiner.com</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-5723706564885700979?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-82780056161340869762011-01-02T11:04:00.000-05:002011-01-02T11:04:01.418-05:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/fashion-in-national/2011-fashion-trends-how-to-build-your-wardrobe-without-spending-a-dime-part-1">2011 fashion trends: how to build your wardrobe without spending a dime (part 1) - National Fashion | Examiner.com</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-8278005616134086976?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-29424582597499178782010-12-26T20:50:00.000-05:002010-12-26T20:50:06.023-05:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/fashion-in-national/the-best-five-dressed-women-of-2010-the-first-lady-of-style">The top 5 best dressed women of 2010: the First Lady of style - 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National Fashion | Examiner.com</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-1802893665229863264?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-38563492679330161232010-12-26T15:10:00.000-05:002010-12-26T15:10:11.610-05:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/fashion-in-national/new-year-s-eve-fashion-style-guide-the-spicy-sequin-dress-get-the-look">New Year’s Eve fashion style guide: the spicy sequin dress (get the look) - National Fashion | Examiner.com#parsely#parsely#parsely</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3856349267933016123?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-71503827783900647242010-08-01T20:49:00.001-04:002010-08-01T20:50:02.922-04:00<div align="center"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/TFYUcN6H3SI/AAAAAAAAHuI/CvkxNFQTEvs/s1600/keysa.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 266px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5500606469881978146" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/TFYUcN6H3SI/AAAAAAAAHuI/CvkxNFQTEvs/s400/keysa.jpg" /></a><strong>Photo by Getty Images</strong></div><p align="center"><a href="http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m8d1-Alicia-Keys-wedding-dress-Alicia-Keys-weds-Swizz-Beatz-in-a-Vera-Wang-wedding-gown"><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">Alicia Keys wed her beau Swizz Beatz in a Vera Wang dress. Click here for the fashion buzz on Alicia Key's wedding from the Fashion Examiner</span></strong></a> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-7150382778390064724?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-21544421650086510872010-07-31T15:46:00.001-04:002010-07-31T15:47:30.521-04:00<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/TFR3hHh35vI/AAAAAAAAHtw/g8_YlFUTuWs/s1600/chel1.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 279px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5500152455766730482" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/TFR3hHh35vI/AAAAAAAAHtw/g8_YlFUTuWs/s400/chel1.jpg" /></a><br /><div align="center"><a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m7d31-Chelsea-Clintons-wedding-day-fashion-Chelsea-Clintons-wedding-dress-hair-makeup-and-jewelry"><strong><span style="font-size:180%;">Click here for the Fashion Examiner's info fashion buzz on Chelsea Clinton's Wedding Day fashion, including the dress, hair, makeup and jewelry</span></strong></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-2154442165008651087?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-54008434395312257232010-07-31T09:10:00.000-04:002010-07-31T09:10:40.798-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m7d22-Rate-her-look-Rihannas-polka-dot-jumpsuit-photos">Rate her look: Rihanna&#39;s D&amp;G polka dot jumpsuit (photos)</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-5400843439531225723?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-28017417979631069882010-07-09T23:22:00.000-04:002010-07-09T23:22:36.542-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m7d9-Lala-Vasquez-on-her-wedding-dress-cake-reality-tv-show-and-fiance-Carmelo-Anthony-video">Lala Vasquez on her wedding dress, cake, reality tv show and fiancé, Carmelo Anthony (video)</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-2801741797963106988?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-73479846967820647872010-07-08T23:10:00.000-04:002010-07-08T23:10:30.490-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-51989-Reality-TV-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m7d8-Bethenny-Getting-Married-watch-Bethenny-rock-Kenneth-Poole-pee-in-a-bucket-and-marry-Jason-Hoppy">&#39;Bethenny Getting Married?&#39; watch Bethenny rock Kenneth Poole, pee in a bucket and marry Jason Hoppy</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-7347984696782064787?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-9166264569162945252010-07-08T22:04:00.000-04:002010-07-08T22:04:01.512-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-51989-Reality-TV-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m7d6-The-Bachelorette-Ali-Fedotowskys-Portugal-fashion-Ali-Fedotowskys-yellow-pendant-necklace">&#39;The Bachelorette&#39; Ali Fedotowsky&#39;s Portugal fashion: Ali Fedotowsky&#39;s yellow pendant necklace</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-916626456916294525?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-30799957085373186942010-07-04T11:13:00.000-04:002010-07-04T11:13:03.129-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m7d4-2010-Essence-Music-Festival-Janet-Jackson-shines-onstage-in-metallic-costume-photos-and-video">2010 Essence Music Festival: Janet Jackson shines onstage in metallic costume (photos and video)</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3079995708537318694?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-33466850589597224292010-07-03T08:44:00.000-04:002010-07-03T08:44:42.043-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m7d3-25-summer-dresses-under-25-affordable-recessionista-fashion-for-the-fashionista-on-a-budget">25 summer dresses under $25; affordable recessionista fashion for the fashionista on a budget</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3346685058959722429?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-8037534535135864812010-07-02T00:03:00.000-04:002010-07-02T00:03:25.885-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m6d30-High-fashion-disposable-baby-diapers-Cynthia-Rowley-gives-Huggies-jean-diapers-stylish-competition">High fashion disposable baby diapers? Cynthia Rowley gives Huggies jean diapers stylish competition</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-803753453513586481?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-32796315341033263742010-07-01T23:24:00.000-04:002010-07-01T23:24:03.751-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m7d1-Zoe-Saldanas-wedding-dress-which-wedding-dress-would-you-pick-for-the-newly-engaged-Avatar-star">Zoe Saldana&#39;s wedding dress; which wedding dress would you pick for the newly engaged Avatar star?</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3279631534103326374?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-39785064157374003262010-06-29T20:19:00.000-04:002010-06-29T20:19:14.789-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m6d22-Miley-Cyrus-continues-her-worldwide-striptease-and-cant-be-tamed--Should-Miley-cover-up">Miley Cyrus continues her worldwide striptease and &#39;can&#39;t be tamed&#39;; should Miley cover up?</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3978506415737400326?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-36031764708191028562010-06-29T01:12:00.000-04:002010-06-29T01:12:13.764-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m6d29-First-Lady-Michelle-Obama-rocks-Azzedine-Alaia-and-vintage-jewels-at-the-G20-Summit-photos">First Lady Michelle Obama rocks Azzedine Alaïa and vintage jewels at the G-20 Summit (photos)</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3603176470819102856?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-51152687180823073762010-06-29T00:01:00.001-04:002010-06-29T00:01:54.519-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m6d28-BET-Awards-2010-red-carpet-fashion-Cassie-rocks-an-interesting-look-on-the-red-carpet">BET Awards 2010 red carpet fashion: Cassie rocks an interesting look on the red carpet</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-5115268718082307376?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-90616134820905412542010-06-29T00:01:00.000-04:002010-06-29T00:01:31.224-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m6d28-BET-Awards-2010-red-carpet-fashion-Eva-Pigford-hits-a-fashionable-high-note-on-the-red-carpet">BET Awards 2010 red carpet fashion: Eva Pigford hits a fashionable high note on the red carpet</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-9061613482090541254?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-71240017247877839462010-06-28T11:15:00.000-04:002010-06-28T11:15:35.149-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m6d28-BET-Awards-2010-red-carpet-fashion-Nia-Long-hits-the-rght-graphic-notes-in-Gucci-Spring-2010">BET Awards 2010 red carpet fashion: Nia Long hits the rght graphic notes in Gucci Spring 2010</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-7124001724787783946?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-71656171059861562672010-06-28T11:14:00.000-04:002010-06-28T11:14:11.456-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m6d28-BET-Awards-2010-red-carpet-fashion-Melody-Thornton-upgrades-from-last-years-fashion-faux-pas">BET Awards 2010 red carpet fashion: Melody Thornton upgrades from last year&#39;s fashion faux pas</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-7165617105986156267?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-6041161637813285182010-06-28T11:12:00.000-04:002010-06-28T11:12:36.871-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m6d28-BET-Awards-2010-red-carpet-fashion-Vivica-A-Fox-is-lacey-in-a-Zuhair-Murad-Spring-2010-mini">BET Awards 2010 red carpet fashion: Vivica A. Fox is lacey in a Zuhair Murad Spring 2010 mini</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-604116163781328518?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-65512420808183424182010-06-28T00:50:00.000-04:002010-06-28T00:50:22.272-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m6d28-BET-Awards-2010-red-carpet-fashion-Brittany-Daniel-is-one-hot-mess-and-should-win-worst-dressed">BET Awards 2010 red carpet fashion: Brittany Daniel is one hot mess and should win worst dressed</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-6551242080818342418?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-25475271711334101482010-06-27T23:59:00.000-04:002010-06-27T23:59:30.989-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m6d27-BET-Awards-2010-red-carpet-fashion-Taraji-P-Henson-shines-in-Mandalay-at-the-2010-BET-Awards">BET Awards 2010 red carpet fashion: Taraji P. Henson shines in Mandalay at the 2010 BET Awards</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-2547527171133410148?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-68314039091582861292010-06-27T23:25:00.000-04:002010-06-27T23:25:14.698-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m6d27-BET-Awards-2010-red-carpet-fashion-Ciara-sizzles-in-a-sexy-Balmain-Fall-2010-mini-photos">BET Awards 2010 red carpet fashion: Ciara sizzles in a sexy Balmain Fall 2010 mini (photos)</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-6831403909158286129?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-68005589822001220932010-06-27T22:31:00.001-04:002010-06-27T22:31:39.869-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m6d27-BET-Awards-2010-red-carpet-fashion-shocker-Nick-Cannon-joins-the-ranks-of-best-dressed">BET Awards 2010 red carpet fashion shocker: Nick Cannon joins the ranks of best dressed</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-6800558982200122093?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-32103819838706376582010-06-27T22:31:00.000-04:002010-06-27T22:31:13.710-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m6d27-BET-Awards-2010-red-carpet-fashion-Jada-Pinkett-Smith-is-either-the-hottest-dressed-or-hottest-mess">BET Awards 2010 red carpet fashion: Jada Pinkett Smith is either the hottest dressed or hottest mess</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3210381983870637658?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-53606339917793769652010-06-27T08:17:00.000-04:002010-06-27T08:17:34.882-04:00<a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m6d26-2010-BET-Awards-red-carpet-fashion-preview-red-carpet-fashion-highlights-and-memorable-looks">2010 BET Awards red carpet fashion preview: red carpet fashion highlights and memorable looks</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-5360633991779376965?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-19120835450292396102010-05-25T08:21:00.002-04:002010-05-25T08:22:41.306-04:00<div align="center"><strong>Most young girls own or know someone who owns a barbie doll. If you think little girls can't distinguish one doll from another, think again.<br /><br /></strong><a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m5d24-Barbie-gets-a-boob-job-Has-barbie-gone-too-far-with-deep-cleavage-and-breast-implants-photo"><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Click here to read the fashion examiner's scoop on Barbie's new breast implants and its effect on Stacy McBride's attempt on wholesome images for little girls.</span></strong></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-1912083545029239610?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-2012359308429884162010-05-23T09:33:00.001-04:002010-05-23T09:33:50.665-04:00<a href=http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m5d19-Michelle-Obama-wears-another-Peter-Soronen-gown-and-it-wont-be-her-last-photos-and-video>Michelle Obama wears another Peter Soronen gown and it won't be her last (photos and video)</a><br /><br />Posted using <a href="http://sharethis.com">ShareThis</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-201235930842988416?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-50023034223096376152010-05-23T09:27:00.000-04:002010-05-23T09:28:32.413-04:00<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S_kp8HX-2MI/AAAAAAAAHcY/2tt3QmfDYRM/s1600/carrie5.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 246px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5474452934794074306" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S_kp8HX-2MI/AAAAAAAAHcY/2tt3QmfDYRM/s400/carrie5.jpg" /></a><br />The premiere of the most fashionable and stylish movie of 2010 is only 5 days away. Sex and the City 2 promises exotic fashion flair from New York City to Morroco.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2010m5d22-Win-The-Ultimate-Sex-and-the-City-2-Experience-from-Macyscom-watch-SATC2-movie-trailer"><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Click to Read the fashion examiner for information on how to win the Ultitmate Sex and the City 2 Morrocan Getaway for you and your girlfriends</span></strong></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-5002303422309637615?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-22291217829875501732010-03-13T13:14:00.000-05:002010-03-13T13:15:08.193-05:00Beyonce Knowles showed up to support hubby Jay-Z break grounding on the Barclays Center - the future home of the Nets basketball team. That's fab, but what's up with her look? The houndstooth, bright red lips, weird eye makeup combo don't work together for B!!<br /><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ridOeqK4I/AAAAAAAACy4/m6zKyz9RQDg/s1600-h/beyonce1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447915690988809090" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ridOeqK4I/AAAAAAAACy4/m6zKyz9RQDg/s400/beyonce1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5rhaVees0I/AAAAAAAACyo/Y69O1tOZv1c/s1600-h/beyonce4.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447914541815870274" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5rhaVees0I/AAAAAAAACyo/Y69O1tOZv1c/s400/beyonce4.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5rhHdy9uNI/AAAAAAAACyg/JvmvpNrduqU/s1600-h/beyonce4.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447914217631758546" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5rhHdy9uNI/AAAAAAAACyg/JvmvpNrduqU/s400/beyonce4.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5rhHaiuuvI/AAAAAAAACyY/nvY01yyOrtI/s1600-h/beyonce3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447914216758360818" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5rhHaiuuvI/AAAAAAAACyY/nvY01yyOrtI/s400/beyonce3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5rhG5Pi1iI/AAAAAAAACyQ/gfdd_fTUKXw/s1600-h/beyonce2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447914207819519522" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5rhG5Pi1iI/AAAAAAAACyQ/gfdd_fTUKXw/s400/beyonce2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5rhGk867WI/AAAAAAAACyI/K_g2OQuqNKc/s1600-h/beyonce1.jpg"></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5rhavC4aDI/AAAAAAAACyw/0WDV9v1QA28/s1600-h/beyonce6.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447914548679436338" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5rhavC4aDI/AAAAAAAACyw/0WDV9v1QA28/s400/beyonce6.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Photos - mediaoutrage.com<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-2229121782987550173?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-49947795531508664712010-03-13T13:13:00.001-05:002010-03-13T13:14:10.891-05:00H&amp;M continues it global growth with expansion into Israel. A long time coming, H&amp;M has finally opened up its first store in Tel Aviv, and plans to open a total of seven stores in Israel.<br /><br />Here are some first photos of excited customers reveling in their new shopping haven. <strong>All photos by David Silverman/Getty Images Europe</strong><br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ubl4NUVXI/AAAAAAAAC1A/_mW4U65GbQY/s1600-h/hm5.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448119249280456050" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ubl4NUVXI/AAAAAAAAC1A/_mW4U65GbQY/s400/hm5.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ubl05xAdI/AAAAAAAAC04/plX4hfbOAe4/s1600-h/hm4.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448119248393142738" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ubl05xAdI/AAAAAAAAC04/plX4hfbOAe4/s400/hm4.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ublXdJECI/AAAAAAAAC0w/uCirUmrdvZA/s1600-h/hm3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448119240488456226" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ublXdJECI/AAAAAAAAC0w/uCirUmrdvZA/s400/hm3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ublR-wDCI/AAAAAAAAC0o/ZTkFtcaN5l4/s1600-h/hm2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448119239018810402" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ublR-wDCI/AAAAAAAAC0o/ZTkFtcaN5l4/s400/hm2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ublI_kkII/AAAAAAAAC0g/J3dBDIqQNJA/s1600-h/hm1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448119236606333058" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ublI_kkII/AAAAAAAAC0g/J3dBDIqQNJA/s400/hm1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ub7ivyZ6I/AAAAAAAAC1Y/jli108fS4Ag/s1600-h/hm8.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ub7ivyZ6I/AAAAAAAAC1Y/jli108fS4Ag/s400/hm8.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448119621476575138" /></a><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ub7B6TKFI/AAAAAAAAC1Q/B87f21KSGQo/s1600-h/hm7.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ub7B6TKFI/AAAAAAAAC1Q/B87f21KSGQo/s400/hm7.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448119612662294610" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ub7F2EE2I/AAAAAAAAC1I/CZLfZJOFwFk/s1600-h/hm6.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5ub7F2EE2I/AAAAAAAAC1I/CZLfZJOFwFk/s400/hm6.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448119613718270818" /></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-4994779553150866471?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-39854361035078327442010-03-13T13:12:00.002-05:002010-03-13T13:13:09.933-05:00<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5uXhcDhQFI/AAAAAAAACzg/To4Heqa2Lr0/s1600-h/kath1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448114774957178962" style="FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 136px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5uXhcDhQFI/AAAAAAAACzg/To4Heqa2Lr0/s200/kath1.jpg" border="0" /></a> According to news reports, Katherine Heigl's character Izzy is finally leaving Grey's Anatomy for good. Izzy has been through a lot on the show. Winning her battle with cancer (or has she?), losing her husband and much more.<br /><br />Entertainment Weekly reports that Grey's creator, Shonda Rhimes has agreed to release Heighl from her contract. We guess now she'll have time to focus on her blooming film career.<br /><br />On a fashion note, we're digging her cute, casual ensemble, which will work well with stylishly chic accessories we've chosen especially for St. Patrick's Day. They're also perfect for everday chic.<br /><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5uXueYRV1I/AAAAAAAACzo/x1RtG3R88dE/s1600-h/kath2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448114998919386962" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 263px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5uXueYRV1I/AAAAAAAACzo/x1RtG3R88dE/s400/kath2.jpg" border="0" /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5uX5f-h1vI/AAAAAAAACzw/aFnnu-FaGMY/s1600-h/kath3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448115188326848242" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 253px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5uX5f-h1vI/AAAAAAAACzw/aFnnu-FaGMY/s400/kath3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Heighl's Photos - Photo Agency<br /><br /><a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=E1007TU">Stella &amp; Dot Garden Party Chandelier Earrings in Green/Gold</a> - When you've got it, flaunt it with ornate, gold plated filigree dotted by green and blue enamel discs. 2.25" length. 14kt gold vermeil ear wires. In a word, wow. Don't wear these if you want to blend in. But then again, when would you ever do that? <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=E1007TU">Click here</a> to buy the <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=E1007TU">Stella &amp; Dot Garden Party Chandelier Earrings in Green/Gold</a> or visit <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5r_JvQBU-I/AAAAAAAACzI/B-0uFHOukU4/s1600-h/green.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447947242025604066" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 165px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 250px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5r_JvQBU-I/AAAAAAAACzI/B-0uFHOukU4/s400/green.jpg" border="0" /> <p align="center"></a></p><br /><a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=B115">Stella &amp; Dot Stretch Medallion Bracelet in Brown</a> - Warm wood with an ornate filagree medallion, dotted with green and blue enamel discs. 1.75" width on wrist. Fits small to medium wrists. <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=B115">Click here</a> to buy the <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=B115">Stella &amp; Dot Stretch Medallion Bracelet in Brown</a> or visit <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a> <a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5sATgcQW5I/AAAAAAAACzQ/AamPzu_5zlo/s1600-h/green1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447948509360708498" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 165px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 250px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5sATgcQW5I/AAAAAAAACzQ/AamPzu_5zlo/s400/green1.jpg" border="0" /> <p align="center"></a></p><br /><a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=R101G">Stella &amp; Dot Saveena Flower Ring in Gold</a> - Forget-me-not wearing this 14kt gold-plated flower, with chrysophrase center stone encircled by glass stones. Adjustable: fits sizes 5-9. <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=R101G">Click here</a> to buy the <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=R101G">Stella &amp; Dot Saveena Flower Ring in Gold</a> or visit <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a><br /><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5sBCMimkiI/AAAAAAAACzY/tTmSvWS4NQs/s1600-h/green2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5447949311472472610" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 165px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 250px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/S5sBCMimkiI/AAAAAAAACzY/tTmSvWS4NQs/s400/green2.jpg" border="0" /></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3985436103507832744?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-33716707200596437832009-12-31T14:44:00.003-05:002009-12-31T14:45:34.204-05:00<p>The perfect fashion canvas for any New Year's eve celebration is the little black dress. The little black dress is versatile and great for a recessionista's budget because one can mix and match accessories to create different looks, depending on the occasion. There are several stylish and affordable little black dresses for under $25 at Forever 21. Below are three dress looks and accessory styling options for each dress.</p><br /><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center"><strong>Look 1</strong></p><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Szz5ilp81eI/AAAAAAAAClw/LSoGKwxiptA/s1600-h/look1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5421482424066168290" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 378px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Szz5ilp81eI/AAAAAAAAClw/LSoGKwxiptA/s400/look1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">dress - <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">http://www.forever21.com/</a>; shoes - <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">http://www.forever21.com/</a>; clutch - <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">http://www.forever21.com/</a>; hair clips - <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">http://www.forever21.com/</a>; bracelet - <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a>; earrings - <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a>; and necklace - <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a> </p><br /><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center"><strong>Look 2</strong></p><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Szz6LCcZ-uI/AAAAAAAACl4/GETPN4C7Xbk/s1600-h/look2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5421483118988753634" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 367px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Szz6LCcZ-uI/AAAAAAAACl4/GETPN4C7Xbk/s400/look2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">dress - <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">http://www.forever21.com/</a>; shoes - <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">http://www.forever21.com/</a>; shoes - <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">http://www.forever21.com/</a>; clutch 0 <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">http://www.forever21.com/</a>; ring - <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a>; bracelet - <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a>; necklace - <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a>; and earrings - <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a> </p><br /><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center"><strong>Look 3</strong></p><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Szz622KPL4I/AAAAAAAACmA/G7kleTcBhp4/s1600-h/look3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5421483871605567362" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 367px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Szz622KPL4I/AAAAAAAACmA/G7kleTcBhp4/s400/look3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center">dress - <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">www.forever21.com</a>; clutch - <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">www.forever21.com</a>; hair clips - <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">www.forever21.com</a>; shoes - <a href="http://www.forever21.com/">www.forever21.com</a>; earrings - <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a>; necklace - <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a> and bracelet - <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a> </p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center" align="left"><u><strong>Other fashion stories:</strong></u></p><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left"><a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m12d31-Best-dressed-celebrities-of-2009-Carrie-Underwood-view-photos-and-watch-video" target="_blank">Best dressed celebrities of 2009: Carrie Underwood (view photos and watch video)</a> </p><br /><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left"><a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m12d31-Best-dressed-celebrities-of-2009-Michelle-Obama-View-photos-and-watch-video" target="_blank">Best dressed celebrities of 2009: Michelle Obama (view photos and watch video)</a></p><br /><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left"><a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m12d31-Best-dressed-celebrities-of-2009-Rihanna-View-photos-and-watch-video" target="_blank">Best dressed celebrities of 2009: Rihanna (view photos and watch video)</a></p><br /><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: left"><a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~topic575404-New-Years-eve-fashion" target="_blank">New year's eve style tips</a></p><br /><p style="TEXT-ALIGN: center"><strong>As always, stay stylish and fashionable with the <a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner">Fashion Examiner</a>. Stay tuned to the <a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner">Fashion Examiner</a> for fashion news, fashion sales, style tips, celebrity and red carpet style and much more.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner">Click RIGHT HERE</a> to Visit the Fashion Examiner's page and subscribe to the <a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner">FASHION EXAMINER</a> for breaking fashion news and tips .<br /><br /></strong></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3371670720059643783?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-31743555318406268282009-11-23T13:27:00.003-05:002009-11-23T13:27:44.948-05:00<a href=http://shar.es/ai8EP>2009 AMAs fashion: Whitney Houston is a vision of white in KAUFMANFRANCO (photos)</a><br /><br />Posted using <a href="http://sharethis.com">ShareThis</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3174355531840626828?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-60070503029016587332009-11-23T13:27:00.001-05:002009-11-23T13:27:44.566-05:00<a href=http://shar.es/ai8EP>2009 AMAs fashion: Whitney Houston is a vision of white in KAUFMANFRANCO (photos)</a><br /><br />Posted using <a href="http://sharethis.com">ShareThis</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-6007050302901658733?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-14078025979176812652009-11-22T23:42:00.001-05:002009-11-22T23:42:19.211-05:00<a href=http://www.examiner.com/examiner/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m11d22-2009-AMAs-red-carpet-Move-over-Fergie-Alicia-Keys-gets-blue-in-Armani-Prive-photos>2009 AMAs red carpet: Move over Fergie, Alicia Keys gets blue in Armani Privé (photos)</a><br /><br />Posted using <a href="http://sharethis.com">ShareThis</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-1407802597917681265?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-21220966864723114282009-11-22T22:44:00.001-05:002009-11-22T22:44:14.401-05:00<a href=http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m11d22-2009-American-Music-Awards-red-carpet-Fergie-flaunts-her-sexy-curves-in-Giorgio-Armani-photos>2009 'American Music Awards' red carpet: Fergie flaunts her sexy curves in Giorgio Armani (photos)</a><br /><br />Posted using <a href="http://sharethis.com">ShareThis</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-2122096686472311428?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-16721023327065039882009-11-22T22:20:00.001-05:002009-11-22T22:20:08.716-05:00<a href=http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m11d22-2009-AMAs-red-carpet-Leona-Lewis-is-sculpted-in-Vivienne-Westwood-photos>2009 AMAs red carpet: Leona Lewis is sculpted in Vivienne Westwood (photos)</a><br /><br />Posted using <a href="http://sharethis.com">ShareThis</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-1672102332706503988?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-20884593108505199842009-11-22T21:53:00.001-05:002009-11-22T21:53:12.489-05:00<a href=http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m11d22-2009-American-Music-Awards-red-carpet-Rihanna-is-floral-in-Marchesa-photos>2009 'American Music Awards' red carpet: Rihanna is floral in Marchesa (photos)</a><br /><br />Posted using <a href="http://sharethis.com">ShareThis</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-2088459310850519984?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-64869684149582329782009-11-22T10:09:00.001-05:002009-11-22T10:09:59.937-05:00<a href=http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m11d22-2009-American-Music-Awards-red-carpet-Stay-tuned-for-red-carpet-fashion-and-style-view-photos>2009 American Music Awards red carpet: Stay tuned for red carpet fashion and style (view photos)</a><br /><br />Posted using <a href="http://sharethis.com">ShareThis</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-6486968414958232978?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-45007785279880273722009-11-21T19:19:00.001-05:002009-11-21T19:19:41.908-05:00<a href=http://www.examiner.com/x-2218-Fashion-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Fashionforward-Rihanna-and-Michelle-Obama-are-Glamour-Magazines-Women-of-the-Year--Pictures>Fashion-forward Rihanna and Michelle Obama are Glamour Magazine's 'Women of the Year' - Pictures</a><br /><br />Posted using <a href="http://sharethis.com">ShareThis</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-4500778527988027372?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-71422238911131413652009-11-21T19:17:00.000-05:002009-11-21T19:18:34.511-05:00Get out your holiday wish list!! It's a sale day everyday at <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a> and you can win free jewelry for shopping our sale!!<br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Sv-U3Zvi7rI/AAAAAAAACQo/6QBoUvwC1u0/s1600-h/homepage_packaging.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 231px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404201757391908530" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Sv-U3Zvi7rI/AAAAAAAACQo/6QBoUvwC1u0/s400/homepage_packaging.jpg" /></a><br />Stella &amp; Dot (<a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a>) has five of our best-selling jewelry of the season on sale for 25% with any $50 purchase. Order now at <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a> and select "mimi dabo" as your hostess. You'll automatically be entered to win $100 in free jewelry on November 30th.<br /><br />A $50 purchase allows you to take advantage of the 25% discount on our five best sellers this season, but a purchase of any amount qualifies you for an entry to win the $100 in free jewelry.<br /><br />Shop for these goodies while they last at <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a> and email <a href="mailto:boutique-mix@hotmail.com">boutique-mix@hotmail.com</a> if you have any questions.<br /><br /><strong>Here are the 5 best-sellers (Get 25% off with $50 order - Enter "MiMi Dabo" as hostess)</strong><br /><br />1. <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=E1009BK"><strong><strong>Paige Chandelier Earrings</strong></strong></a> - Dangle a pair of these from your ears, add some stacked bangles, and suddenly, aren’t you chic? Handcrafted by artisans in India, these beauties make a statement. Black onyx, gold plated accents. 14kt gold vermeil ear wires. 3.5” length. Each and every black onyx is set in the scalloped bezel by hand. <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=E1009BK">Click here to shop for these fab earrings</a>.<br /><br /><br /><p><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Sv-PGJOjp_I/AAAAAAAACPw/LefCFUsbjlE/s1600-h/pr.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 230px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 348px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404195413586847730" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Sv-PGJOjp_I/AAAAAAAACPw/LefCFUsbjlE/s400/pr.jpg" /></a><br />2. <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=E1008B"><strong>Garden Party Dot Earrings in Berry</strong></a> - Berry hand-painted enamel dots adorn a delicate gold ball. 14kt gold vermeil ear wires. .50" drop. Dangle a pair of these from your ears, add some stacked bangles, and suddenly, aren’t you chic? Handcrafted by artisans in India, these beauties make a statement. <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=E1008B">Click here to shop for these elegant earrings</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Sv-QP9nlNbI/AAAAAAAACP4/zX8KgHv16QU/s1600-h/rresize.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 165px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 250px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404196681780901298" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Sv-QP9nlNbI/AAAAAAAACP4/zX8KgHv16QU/s400/rresize.jpg" /></a><br />3. <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=R804"><strong>Jardin Ring</strong></a> - Adorn yourself with the joy of a bloom. 14kt gold plated, adjustable. <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=R804">Click here to purchase this fab ring</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Sv-Q8YL7h4I/AAAAAAAACQA/rUjot0EMTQ0/s1600-h/gresize.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 165px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 250px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404197444826924930" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Sv-Q8YL7h4I/AAAAAAAACQA/rUjot0EMTQ0/s400/gresize.jpg" /></a><br />4. <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=R1002B"><strong>Berry cocktail ring</strong></a> - Beautiful hand cut glass stones sparkle on an adjustable gold plated brass band, fits ring sizes 5 – 9. Combining vintage treasures with luxurious materials in a fresh, modern way - so very Stella &amp; Dot. <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=R1002B">Click here to purchase this berry ring</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Sv-RvVtNsdI/AAAAAAAACQI/I16V24Hwrr8/s1600-h/vresize.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 165px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 250px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404198320334549458" border="0" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Sv-RvVtNsdI/AAAAAAAACQI/I16V24Hwrr8/s400/vresize.jpg" /></a><br />5. <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=B1005"><strong>Nadia Embroidered Cuff</strong></a> - Gorgeous hand embroidered silk fabric with Swarovski crystal and glass stones. Adjustable hook &amp; eye closure. Length: 7.5"-7.75". Talk about affordable luxury. These were hand embroidered at our couture house that services Lanvin, Prada, Dior, and Jason Wu (designer of Michelle Obama’s inauguration gown). Every last one of these beads was handstitched onto the silk. <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/sites/boutiquemix/productcatalog?page=productdetail&amp;sku=B1005">Click here to add this fabulous cuff to your holiday gifts</a>!<br /><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Sv-ScOhX8PI/AAAAAAAACQQ/B12ZWbsHObk/s1600-h/nadia.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 230px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 348px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404199091499954418" border="0" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Sv-ScOhX8PI/AAAAAAAACQQ/B12ZWbsHObk/s400/nadia.jpg" /></a><br />Special Offer for Instyle Magazine Readers and EVERYONE!!!<br /><br />InStyle Editors love The Lulu Vintage necklace so much they put it in their December 2009 Holiday Gift Guide hitting the news stands soon. Stella &amp; Dot (<a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a>) is offering InStyle readers 20% off this best selling necklace and everyone can take advantage of this promotion too.<br /><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Sv-UUizaoAI/AAAAAAAACQg/X_GGmoaLbmI/s1600-h/101309-giftguide7-400b.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5404201158528638978" border="0" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_sg2KGpSSJIs/Sv-UUizaoAI/AAAAAAAACQg/X_GGmoaLbmI/s400/101309-giftguide7-400b.jpg" /></a><br />Beginning November 13, simply enter promo code InStyle09 at checkout at <a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a> and receive the 20% discount. This offer is valid through 12/31. </p><p><strong>More about the Lulu Vintage Necklace</strong> - Adapted from a necklace found in a litte treasure trove on the lower east side of manhattan - Stella &amp; Dot matched the orginal vintage glass and subtle shades of purple. The velvet ribbon tie closure is a perfect addition to make it more modern and casual chic. Ribbon closures are not only a huge runway trend,they’re also adjustable for every neck and neckline.<br /><br /><strong>Style Tip</strong> - For simplicity pair with a white tank, gray cardigan and jeans. Or dress it up with a little black dress for a night out on the town.<br /><br />Visit InStyle Magazine for amazing discounts in the December 2009 Holiday Gift Guide. Check out the Lulu vintage necklace at Stella &amp; Dot (<a href="http://www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix">www.stelladot.com/boutiquemix</a>) </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-7142223891113141365?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-42737581088135433492009-10-02T00:57:00.001-04:002009-10-02T00:57:50.684-04:00<a href=http://shar.es/1GJhv>Michelle Obama is golden in Copenhagen: Michelle O rocks a gold dress to the Copenhagen Opera House</a><br /><br />Posted using <a href="http://sharethis.com">ShareThis</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-4273758108813543349?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-83991335522326965082009-09-22T02:50:00.001-04:002009-09-22T02:50:34.562-04:00<a href=http://shar.es/1rTag>2009 Emmy Awards Fashion: Victoria Rowell's Emmy 'Obama dress'-Yes she can, but should she? (Photos)</a><br /><br />Posted using <a href="http://sharethis.com">ShareThis</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-8399133552232696508?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-69693088395292150462009-09-18T14:06:00.005-04:002009-09-18T14:26:20.300-04:00<a href="http://www.talkingpointsmemo.com/images/obama-witchdoctor-muck.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 420px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 622px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.talkingpointsmemo.com/images/obama-witchdoctor-muck.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Hello folks!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>There have been <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">soooo</span> many worthy Joker nominees during my hiatus. I'm not going to name them now--but they will get a <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">shoutout</span> in the Joker of the Year nominations! But on to this week's nods......</div><div></div><div></div><br /><ul><br /><li><strong>Anti-Obama Nuts -</strong> I have to give a nod to all of those people who are anti-Obama just because he is African American. I'm not talking about people who criticize him--everyone is entitled to their opinion. But I'm talking about the people LITERALLY crying because they did not want him to speak to their children in schools. I'm talking about the Tea Party folks marching on Washington with signs of Obama as a witch doctor. I'm talking about those people whose faces contort with hatred, rage and indignation while yelling at health care rallies. And I'm talking about those radio and news anchors who fan these flames of hatred.</li><li><strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Kanye</span> West</strong> - He has to be at the top of <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">any one's</span> list this week after his stunt at the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">VMAs</span>. Grown Woman aptly said---he's going around looking like a sad puppy now, but he did what he did and there are consequences.</li><br /><li><strong>Serena Williams</strong> - Serena is my girl. (Even though my husband has said that if he wasn't with me, he'd be with Serena. Good luck with that. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Pssh</span>, he may have to get a nod for that one. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">LOL</span>). I watched the entire U.S. Open--rooting for her and she seemed pretty unstoppable until the semi-final match. I understand her frustration at being called on a foot fault at the end of such a big match. However, you can't say to a line judge, "I swear to God I'm [expletive] going to take this [expletive] ball and shove it down your [expletive] throat, you hear that? I swear to God." So for that, I have to give her a nod.</li><br /><li><strong>Joe Wilson</strong> - For yelling out "You lie" during President <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Obama's</span> address to a joint session of Congress and generally being unrepentant. I mean really--is this how elected officials should conduct themselves? He wasn't some nut at a health care rally--but an elected official sitting before the President of the United States. Unbelievable. </li><br /></ul><p></p><p><a href="http://www.talkingpointsmemo.com/images/obama-witchdoctor-muck.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-6969308839529215046?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-60770515895551199912009-09-17T15:48:00.001-04:002009-09-17T15:48:51.538-04:00<a href=http://shar.es/1fqd5>Michelle Obama, Kate Winslet make People's Best Dressed list (View Photos of Lady O's style)</a><br /><br />Posted using <a href="http://sharethis.com">ShareThis</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-6077051589555119991?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-90278368373630114672009-09-15T10:16:00.005-04:002009-09-15T10:16:27.317-04:00<a href=http://shar.es/1bBdj>Kanye lacks style at VMAs (updated): President Obama calls Kanye a 'Jackass' (Watch Kanye act out)</a><br /><br />Posted using <a href="http://sharethis.com">ShareThis</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-9027836837363011467?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Sassyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14840401214137272040noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-19359632698801755322009-09-14T08:37:00.002-04:002009-09-14T09:02:15.145-04:00<a href="http://www.etonline.com/media/photo/2009/09/110732/400_kwest_tswift_cpolk_090913_90712947.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 368px; CURSOR: hand" border="0" alt="" src="http://www.etonline.com/media/photo/2009/09/110732/400_kwest_tswift_cpolk_090913_90712947.jpg" /></a><br /><div>I've been on hiatus for a minute, but the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">VMAs</span> last night brought me out of my leave of absence. There are moments when I consider the person who invented the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">dvr</span> to be my own personal hero and last night was one of them. Because when <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">Kanye</span> <a href="http://www.mtv.com/news/articles/1621389/20090913/west_kanye.jhtml">stepped on stage</a> during Taylor Swift's speech and said he thought <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Beyonce</span> had one of the best videos of all time, I actually squealed because I couldn't believe what he was doing and had to rewind it immediately. While I know that he has ranted and raved when HE'S lost an award--now he's extending it to being outraged on behalf of his friends? It really is all about his ego. Because he thinks he is the most important thing in music, he thinks his opinion matters more than everyone else's opinion--which is why he felt completely comfortable going on stage and sharing his thoughts with the rest of the world. Hey, we all liked Single Ladies--that's why it went on to win Video of the Year--but that doesn't mean that <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Beyonce</span> had to win every single award of the night. <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">Kanye</span> ruined Swift's big moment as she just stood there, completely humiliated and unable to finish her speech. <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error">Beyonce</span> also couldn't thank anyone in her speech because she had to bring Taylor Swift up and let her finish her speech, so <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-error">Beyonce</span> wouldn't be tarnished in this mess. One day <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_9" class="blsp-spelling-error">Kanye's</span> antics will begin to override his talent and maybe then he'll learn a little something about humility.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Also--Did anyone see Lil' Mama hop on stage during Jay-Z and Alicia Keys' performance? At first I thought it was planned, until I saw the look of shock on <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_10" class="blsp-spelling-error">Jigga's</span> face and the way he completely ignored her. While I appreciate her enthusiasm for her state, she played herself. That was a big star moment and neither recording her song "Lip Gloss" or being a judge on America's Best Dance Crew put her in that league. What a clown!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Final Note: I'm back on the scene--I took a break because of the wedding (will post pics soon!) and because <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_11" class="blsp-spelling-error">TravelDiva</span> is very pregnant with her first child so blogging was low on the list of priorities. But I figure that I'll have more time to blog when I go on maternity leave in a couple of months. What's up <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_12" class="blsp-spelling-error">blogspot</span> <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_13" class="blsp-spelling-error">fam</span>????!!!!!!!!!</strong></div><div><strong></strong> </div><div><strong></strong> </div><div><strong><a href="http://www.etonline.com/media/photo/2009/09/110732/400_kwest_tswift_cpolk_090913_90712947.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></strong></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-1935963269880175532?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-80540993743448897672009-06-26T10:41:00.002-04:002009-06-26T10:50:26.931-04:00<a href="http://www.michaeljacksonforsale.com/picture/p1001.JPG"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 338px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 555px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.michaeljacksonforsale.com/picture/p1001.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div>As you know, I've expressed my love of Michael Jackson's musical genius on CITC in the <a href="http://chicasinthecity.blogspot.com/2008/03/remember-time.html">past</a>. So when a friend called yesterday and told me he went into cardiac arrest and TMZ was reporting that he was dead, I did not want to believe it. But when the LA Times reported it--I did something I've never done before--cry over a celebrity passing away.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Michael Jackson's music and talent have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I can remember as a child sitting around the television with my mom, my dad and my older brother watching Motown's anniversary and all of us going completely insane when Michael did the moonwalk. I remember going to the Capital Centre with my parents and my brother to see MJ in the Bad tour and being overwhelmed by the screams and MJ popping up out of the stage in a wolf mask during his performance of Thriller. Even through all of his problems, his loneliness and private demons, I have loved Michael Jackson's music for the joy it has brought to my life. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>I pray for his mom, his children and his family. And I hope that he will best be remembered for the countless hits, his dance, his spirit and the revolution he created in music. CITC salutes you Michael.</div><div> </div><div><a href="http://www.michaeljacksonforsale.com/picture/p1001.JPG"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-8054099374344889767?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-59672797905394433242009-06-15T08:05:00.002-04:002009-06-15T08:11:59.909-04:00<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/SjY5KUuo-TI/AAAAAAAAANY/0hp-R8Qq4sg/s1600-h/usher.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 180px; height: 240px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/SjY5KUuo-TI/AAAAAAAAANY/0hp-R8Qq4sg/s400/usher.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5347524457074850098" /></a><br /><br /><br />So, the rumors were true.... Usher filed for divorce after 22 months of marriage.<br />I actually feel bad for Tameka because like most of the world, "Twitterville" gives this woman much grief. During the past month or so, she has been engaged in a tweet war with various folks. It's crazy because many people called her out on her various tweets about her "hubby" and how happy they were. Many people said it was a front and that Usher had already moved on. I guess they were right. Oh well, at least old girl knocked out two babies which means... you guessed it... a way to get around that pesky prenup. So, Tameka will be just fine. I know Mama Raymond is doing the happy 'I told ya so' dance.<br /><a href="http://www.people.com">Source and Pic</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-5967279790539443324?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Grown Womanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05614687127258261176noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-52364438329616372782009-05-27T10:46:00.003-04:002009-05-27T10:49:01.665-04:00<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/Sh1SkSwHRaI/AAAAAAAAANQ/9oyR-LXOxns/s1600-h/press-bird.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 201px; height: 157px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/Sh1SkSwHRaI/AAAAAAAAANQ/9oyR-LXOxns/s400/press-bird.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5340515516593685922" /></a><br /><br /><br />So, I am absolutely hooked on Twitter. It's just a fun way to connect with your friends and just express random thoughts throughout the day. So...if you have time come check me out on Twitter (grownwoman01).<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-5236443832961637278?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Grown Womanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05614687127258261176noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-30706372928699660992009-05-27T10:41:00.002-04:002009-05-27T10:45:07.588-04:00<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/Sh1RllWcUGI/AAAAAAAAANA/VedfG4-1UWo/s1600-h/mike_tyson.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 180px; height: 240px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/Sh1RllWcUGI/AAAAAAAAANA/VedfG4-1UWo/s400/mike_tyson.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5340514439254528098" /></a><br /><br /><br />Yesterday, Mike Tyson's 4 year old daughter, Exodus Tyson, died as a result of a "freak" accident. Our prayers and thoughts go out to the Tyson family!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.people.com">Source</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3070637292869966099?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Grown Womanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05614687127258261176noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-31369523063651182612009-05-27T10:35:00.003-04:002009-05-27T10:41:24.519-04:00<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/Sh1Q4tEqqMI/AAAAAAAAAM4/IZXplajRt6o/s1600-h/Centenary-celebrations.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 150px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/Sh1Q4tEqqMI/AAAAAAAAAM4/IZXplajRt6o/s400/Centenary-celebrations.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5340513668233341122" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Ok, so for the past couple of months, I told myself almost DAILY that I should blog but I must admit that....I've been bit by the "Twitterbug" so I have been "tweeting" instead of blogging. Shame on me!!! But, now I will attempt to do both!! HA! let's see how that goes. STAY TUNED!!<a href="http://www.mansell.plc.uk/Images/Centenary-celebrations.jpg"></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3136952306365118261?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Grown Womanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05614687127258261176noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-2392155240533396342009-03-17T10:26:00.003-04:002009-03-17T10:30:08.166-04:00<a href="http://www.gastlichkeit.at/stress2.JPG"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 302px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 356px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.gastlichkeit.at/stress2.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Hey guys, </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>With work, wedding planning and other personal drama, I can't blog for awhile--probably not until late summer. I'm sorry--I know you'll miss my sarcastic wit. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">LOL</span>. But I will try to circle around to my favorite blogs by Smarty, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Nadja</span>, Diva's Thoughts, 12Kyle, Demon Hunter <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">et</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">al</span>. Plus Sassy, Grown Woman and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Tilshop</span> are more than welcome to increase their posting. <strong>(hint hint</strong>). </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>But I shall see you in the blog world <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">chicas</span> and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">chicos</span>! Luv ya!</div><div> </div><div><a href="http://www.gastlichkeit.at/stress2.JPG"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-239215524053339634?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-37300923589183786402009-03-13T10:17:00.005-04:002009-03-13T11:19:18.634-04:00<a href="http://www.moonbattery.com/dummy.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 345px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 359px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.moonbattery.com/dummy.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Hola</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">bloggers</span>,</div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>Well, we've got an interesting list this week. Happy voting!</div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div><strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">BeBe</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Winans</span></strong> - For being <a href="http://www.bossip.com/">arrested</a> for domestic violence yesterday. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">BeBe</span>! How many wanna bet Oprah won't be asking him to sing on her show any time soon after this one?</div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div><strong>Lil' Kim</strong> - For shouting out her prison buddies on Dancing With the Stars. Demonstrating yet again, that you can pay for school but you can't buy class.</div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div><strong>Michael Steele</strong> - For <a href="http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/columnists/chi-trice-09-mar09,0,1999545.column">apologizing</a> to Rush Limbaugh (of all people) for offending the "great one" when he called Limbaugh's stance "ugly" and "incendiary" on D.L. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Hughley</span> Breaks the News. Man up Steele. You were right to call him that and to say that he was not the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">de</span> facto leader of the republican party. But by turning around and bowing and scraping when Limbaugh went off on you, you kind of made it look like Limbaugh IS the leader. You are not off to an auspicious start as the head of the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">RNC</span>.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Bernard <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Madoff</span></strong> - For <a href="http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090312/ap_on_bi_ge/madoff_scandal">stealing billions</a> from people and pleading guilty yesterday to multiple counts of securities fraud. I hope he gets 150 years. That kind of callous greed is a disgrace and unconscionable.</div><div> </div><div></div><div><strong>Joaquin Phoenix -</strong> For allegedly quitting acting, becoming a rapper, performing, jumping off stage to confront a heckler and then being removed by security in Miami. Oh Emperor, how you have fallen.</div><br /><a href="http://www.moonbattery.com/dummy.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3730092358918378640?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-9031059509319754152009-03-10T11:07:00.005-04:002009-03-10T11:24:38.563-04:00<a href="http://www.germes-online.com/direct/dbimage/50254117/Chain_Saw.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 360px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 360px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.germes-online.com/direct/dbimage/50254117/Chain_Saw.jpg" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span><div><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">Interesting q<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">uotes</span>:</span><br /></strong><br /><a href="http://www.bossip.com/">Donald Trump (on <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Rihanna</span>)</a> - “She better get the hell out. If she goes back, she’s a loser and she <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">doesn</span>’t deserve to have any future success.” <strong>Dang Donald. You don't need to curse her.</strong><br /><br /><a href="http://www.ew.com/">Lil' Kim (before dancing on <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">DWTS</span> last night)</a> - "This is for everyone in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Rikers</span> Island<strong>!" I am so mad she dedicated her dance to her cell block. I'm all for <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">keepin</span>' it real, but....</strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong><span style="font-size:130%;">No They Did Not!<br /></span></strong><br />From <a href="http://www.wusa9.com/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">WUSA</span> 9 News</a>:<br /><br />"A Southern Maryland woman was seriously injured in a mishap involving a sex toy over the weekend.<br /><br />The case was first reported on <a title="http://www.thebaynet.com/" href="http://www.thebaynet.com/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">BayNet</span>.com</a>, and Saint Mary's county public safety sources confirm the information to 9NEWS NOW.<br /><br />The accident was reported to local fire and rescue personnel about 1:30 a.m. on March 7, from an address on Rogers Drive. The man who made the 911 call said he had placed a sex toy over a saber saw blade, and then used the power tool on his partner, but the blade cut through the sex toy and injured the woman.<br /><br />The victim, a 27-year-old woman, was reportedly injured and bleeding. She was flown to Prince George's hospital center by Maryland State Police. County law enforcement officials who were familiar with the media report about this case said although they were not initially called to investigate the incident, they would likely follow up to determine it was just an accident and involved <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">consentual</span> behavior.<br /><br /><strong>I'm all for spicing up the boudoir but a saw blade?? Seriously?</strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong><a href="http://www.germes-online.com/direct/dbimage/50254117/Chain_Saw.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div><strong></strong></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-903105950931975415?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-3112629260078423592009-03-04T16:42:00.002-05:002009-03-04T16:58:32.288-05:00WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF YOU KNEW YOU WOULDN'T FAIL?<br /><br />This past summer, I heard the most powerful sermon. The preacher was discussing how we allow our fears to hold us back and instead, we need to ask ourselves "what would I do if I knew I wouldn't fail"? It was so powerful and I've been asking myself that question ever since.<br />As I child, I loved to read books and write stories. I always dreamed of becoming a writer but convinced myself that success as a writer was too "speculative" and perhaps, I should try something "safe". But, now at 32, I'm finally ready to step out of my comfort zone and follow my dream. If I knew I wouldn't fail, I would become a writer. SO, obviously that's my passion and I'm following it. I still have some unanswered questions....like what am I going to write about? should I write a novel or articles? Hey, I don't have all of the answers but it'll be a fun ride... and I may even write about it!!!<br /><br />So, what's the one thing you would do if you knew you wouldn't fail?<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-311262926007842359?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Grown Womanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05614687127258261176noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-14476912768293483542009-03-03T13:47:00.000-05:002009-03-03T13:48:31.795-05:00<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/Sa17Ofh93HI/AAAAAAAAAMw/dKTNOoVzmfk/s1600-h/untitled.bmp"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/Sa17Ofh93HI/AAAAAAAAAMw/dKTNOoVzmfk/s400/untitled.bmp" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5309035024652033138" /></a><br />A HOT A-- MESS!<br /><a href="http://www.bossip.com">Source</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-1447691276829348354?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Grown Womanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05614687127258261176noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-44716334557644726312009-03-03T09:34:00.002-05:002009-03-03T09:41:40.483-05:00What changes have you made in light of the recession?<br /><br />I don't think there is anyone out here who isn't affected in some way by this recession. So, I'm looking for helpful "tips" for surviving in these difficult financial times. I know for one, I'm learning to budget more wisely and to ask whether I need to buy an item or simply "want" it. The biggest change I've made is I am not as wasteful with my wardrobe and therefore I actually WEAR what is in my closet!!! Pre-recession, I used any and every excuse to purchase a new outfit. Now, I actually go into my closet and find cute things to wear for different occasions. <br />I'm also buying (gulp) non-brand products where possible. I was in Target the other day and saved a rack of money by buying the Target brand of items such as trash bags, paper towels, liquid soap, etc. <br /><br />How about you?<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-4471633455764472631?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Grown Womanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05614687127258261176noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-75741017051176543022009-03-03T08:52:00.008-05:002009-03-03T09:34:12.012-05:00<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/Sa0_pT0gXiI/AAAAAAAAAMo/yPiqP9Ld0ag/s1600-h/rihanna.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/Sa0_pT0gXiI/AAAAAAAAAMo/yPiqP9Ld0ag/s400/rihanna.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5308969514667367970" /></a><br />Ok, since the whole world is talking about the Chrianna reconciliation, I suppose I should chime in also. I heard on the radio this morning that Rhianna's fans were upset that she has chosen to reunite with Chris and that many speculate that her image will be damaged. After news broke about the alleged beating from Brown, the media penned Rhianna as the "face of domestic violence" and probably had already written her upcoming PSA's. Therefore, many people are disappointed by her decision to reunite with him. Some say that if he whips her again, she deserves it. That's ridiculous to me. I personally believe that "we" are being too hard on her. Before you fall out of your chair, I am not condoning violence against women nor am I "excited" that she decided to forgive him. BUT, I do believe that it is unfair to expect a 21 year old to walk away from an abusive relationship with ease when millions of women are unable to do so. The only difference between Rhianna and other battered women is that she's famous. Perhaps, we should stop thinking of "celebrities" as super humans and realize that they have the same fears, insecurities and issues as the rest of us. The good thing about the Chrianna situation coming to light is that perhaps people will stop believing that only poor or ugly women stay in abusive relationships. Obviously, there is a deeper issue here. Perhaps, Rhianna witnessed abuse as a child. Maybe she never felt loved. She may never have been taught about a healthy relationship.<br />Or, like many women out here, maybe she simply feels that he'll change THIS TIME.<br /><br />Prayerfully, she'll emerge from this situation as a stronger person. And, can look back years from now and realize that at 31, she would not make the same decision.<br /><a href="http://www.people.com">Source</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-7574101705117654302?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Grown Womanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05614687127258261176noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-8771082557857492052009-03-03T08:47:00.005-05:002009-03-03T09:32:36.469-05:00<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/Sa01rZD44TI/AAAAAAAAAMY/lKhhav8pU54/s1600-h/chris_brown2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/Sa01rZD44TI/AAAAAAAAAMY/lKhhav8pU54/s400/chris_brown2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5308958555317526834" /></a><br />As an attorney, I understand that whole "innocent until proven guilty" thing BUT I'm just not ready to see CBreezy chillin' in Miami cheesing as if we didn't all see Rhi-Rhi's bruises last week on TMZ. Who is his publicist? He/she needs to be fired! This is not the first image people need to see of an "alleged" batterer who is seeking pastoral counseling and in anger management.<br />I'm just not ready......<br /><a href="http://www.people.com">Source</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-877108255785749205?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Grown Womanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05614687127258261176noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-44670195876754001682009-02-24T12:25:00.003-05:002009-02-24T12:57:19.873-05:00<a href="http://www.diva-girl-parties-and-stuff.com/images/moviepopcorn.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 211px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 258px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.diva-girl-parties-and-stuff.com/images/moviepopcorn.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><p>If you love movies as much as I do, maybe you can guess the movies these lines come from. Whoever gets the most answers right, will be crowned Movie Champion Of the World!!!!!!!! (Okay, that's a little dramatical, but that's how my older brother and I competed in everything when we were growing up. We had Wheel of Fortune, Connect Four, Uno championships, etc. for all of the marbles. It was actually pretty serious to win--sooo good luck and no googling!!).<br /><br /><br /></p><br /><ol><br /><li>I've been in love with you since I was eleven, and the s**t won't go away. </li><br /><li>The details of your incompetence do not interest me.</li><br /><li>Why is he alive? It vexes me... I'm terribly vexed.</li><br /><li>Don't you think I realize what's going on here, miss? Who do you think I am, huh? Don't you think I know that if I was some hotshot from out of town that pulled inside here and you guys made a reservation mistake, I'd be the first one to get a room and I'd be upstairs relaxing right now. But I'm not some hotshot from out of town, I'm a small reporter from "Rolling Stone" magazine that's in town to do an exclusive interview with Michael Jackson that's gonna be picked up by every major magazine in the country. I was gonna call the article "Michael Jackson Is Sitting On Top of the World," but now I think I might as well just call it "Michael Jackson Can Sit On Top of the World Just As Long As He Doesn't Sit in the Beverly Palm Hotel 'Cause There's No N***ers Allowed in There!" </li><br /><li>Actually we've got a nice little Saturday planned. We're going to Home Depot to pick out some wallpaper, then maybe well hit Bed Bath and Beyond... I dont know! I dont know if we'll have enough time!</li><li>In thirty seconds you'll be dead, and I'll blow this place up and be home in time for Corn Flakes. </li><br /><li>Haven't you seen Boyz N The Hood? Now one of us is going to get shot.</li><br /><li>Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. Prepare to die. </li><br /><li>And what else? Why don't you just jump off the roof, right here and now? That's what you really want, isn't it? Yes, you do. You smoke crack, don't you, boy? Don't you smoke crack? Yeah, I thought so. And you know what that does to you? You don't? It kills your brain cells, son. It kills your brain cells! Now when you're destroying your brain cells, you're doing the same thing as killing yourself. You're just doing it slower! Now, I say if your wanna kill yourself, don't f**k around with it, do it expeditiously! Go on and jump! JUMP!<br /></li><li>Who am I? Well, they call me Brother to the night. And right now I'm the blues in your left thigh... trying to become the funk in your right. Is that all right?</li><br /><li>Poor people are crazy, Jack. I'm eccentric.</li><br /><li>Wait'll they get a load of ME! </li><br /><li>Ever notice how you come across somebody once in a while you shouldn't have f**ked with? That's me. </li><br /><li>Mr. Musgrave, please don't interrupt me when I'm asking rhetorical questions. </li><br /><li>I was married at your age. You don't even want to learn how to cook dahl!</li><br /><li>A Jedi Knight? Jeez, I'm out of it for a little while, everyone gets delusions of grandeur! </li><br /><li>As your leader, I encourage you from time to time, and always in a respectful manner, to question my logic. If you're unconvinced that a particular plan of action I've decided is the wisest, tell me so, but allow me to convince you and I promise you right here and now, no subject will ever be taboo. Except, of course, the subject that was just under discussion. The price you pay for bringing up either my Chinese or American heritage as a negative is... I collect your f**king head. Just like this f**ker here. Now, if any of you sons of b***hes got anything else to say, now's the f**king time! </li><br /><li>I don't give a d*mn if Marvin Gaye 'gonna be there, you wont! </li><br /><li>After stomping on Ilena's cousin like that, I knew I was gonna have to deal with that fool someday. D*mn! I never thought he'd come back like this, blasting. Like I said, it was funny like that in the hood sometimes. I mean you never knew what was gonna happen or when. I've done too much to turn back, and I've done too much to go on. I guess in the end it all catches up with you. My grandpa asked me one time if I care whether I live or die. Yeah, I do. Now it's too late.</li><br /><li>I will be watching you and if I find that you are trying to corrupt my first born child, I will bring you down, baby. I will bring you down to Chinatown.</li><br /><li>Well, here's my first question. Do you think it's kind of dangerous handing out guns at a bank? </li><br /><li>Money talks, and bulls**t runs a marathon. So, see ya and I wouldn't want to be ya. </li></ol><a href="http://www.diva-girl-parties-and-stuff.com/images/moviepopcorn.jpg">Pic Source<br /></a><p></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-4467019587675400168?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-71327682645913251282009-02-20T10:22:00.007-05:002009-02-20T12:03:51.812-05:00Hello bloggers,<br /><br /><br />This week will leave you scratching your head as to who to vote for. So many contenders and so little time....<br /><br /><br /><br /><ul><li><strong>NY Post</strong> - For publishing that tacky, racist cartoon regarding Obama, a chimp and the stimulus bill. (See Post Below).</li><br /><br /><li><strong>Chris Brown</strong> - IF that picture of Rihanna's battered face pic from <a href="http://www.tmz.com/">http://www.tmz.com/</a> is real then he needs to do more than give a general apology and talk about his pastor....I know he's young, but that picture of a battered Rihanna just saddened me and there is no excuse for that kind of violence. None.</li><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SZ7MWRH66MI/AAAAAAAAA3I/FsMwiQebLRs/s1600-h/rihannapic.bmp"></a><br /><li><strong>Roland Burris</strong> - For accepting the Senate nomination from shady Blagojevich and now having his "dirt" come out of the closet (i.e. he tried to fund raise for Blago right around the time it was clear Senator Obama would become President Obama and leave a vacant seat in the Senate). Old and shady.</li><br /><br /><li><strong>Luther Campbell</strong> - For being arrested for being a deadbeat dad and owing <a href="http://www.tmz.com/">$10,266.36</a> in back child support. Pay for your kids Me So Horny!</li></ul><p></p><strong>Last Minute Honorable Mention - Terrence Howard - </strong>For saying in response to the Chrianna debacle - "It's just life, man. Chris is a great guy. He'll be alright. And Rihanna knows he loves her, you know? They'll be alright." Maybe he should have just kept his mouth shut since he was <a href="http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/thedishrag/2009/02/after-chris-bro.html">arrested </a>for assaulting his estranged wife back in '01....<br /><br /><strong>(Per Smarty Jones' suggestion, I've removed the Rihanna pic. I think it's news that should be covered, buuuut I don't want to further victimize Rih Rih.)</strong><br /><br /><p>On a more positive note, this week's winners? The fab ladies who attended the Essence Ladies Luncheon.</p><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SZ7NrlwiLMI/AAAAAAAAA3Q/nW4mMNaQzos/s1600-h/essence1.bmp"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5304903559842770114" style="WIDTH: 287px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SZ7NrlwiLMI/AAAAAAAAA3Q/nW4mMNaQzos/s400/essence1.bmp" border="0" /></a><br /><br />See more pics <a href="http://bossip.com/85824/essence-ladies-luncheon-2009-four-the-hard-way/#more-85824">here</a>!<br /><br /><br /><p></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-7132768264591325128?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-47022207817394739672009-02-19T09:56:00.003-05:002009-02-19T10:01:08.815-05:00<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SZ1zIeVuQcI/AAAAAAAAA3A/NjQ8i1cOhmk/s1600-h/obamacartoon.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5304522525532635586" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 272px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SZ1zIeVuQcI/AAAAAAAAA3A/NjQ8i1cOhmk/s400/obamacartoon.jpg" border="0" /></a> There has been quite an <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/02/18/new-york-post-chimp-carto_n_167841.html">uproar</a> over the last day or so about the NY Post cartoon above. Do you think that it is an innocent joke by the author expressing the opinion that a monkey must have written the stimulus bill because it is so bad? Or, was there a more sinister, racist motive behind the cartoon with a black president being the monkey? <div> </div><div>Given the cops, the monkey, the association of persons of African descent with monkeys, Obama being synonymous with the bill, and the ultra conservative NY Post, I'm leaning towards the latter. What say you?</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-4702220781739473967?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-21256343839364338482009-02-18T10:13:00.004-05:002009-02-18T10:20:40.458-05:00<a href="http://www.wowowow.com/files/imagecache/300x/2009_0105_ap_roland_burris.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 363px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.wowowow.com/files/imagecache/300x/2009_0105_ap_roland_burris.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>You know, I never liked the fact that Roland Burris accepted that bozo Rod <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Blagojevich's</span> nomination for the U.S. Senate. It just seemed shady and desperate to me. Why accept something from someone so tainted? Did he want to be a senator that badly? Now, word is Burris <a href="http://www.suntimes.com/news/sweet/1434695,CST-NWS-sweet17.article"><em>did </em></a>have some suspect contacts with <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Blago's</span> people. Apparently, Burris admitted in an affidavit that he had spoken with Rod's brother about fundraising for Rod and he actually made some calls on his behalf seeking thousands of bucks around the time of the election. Now, he may be accused of perjury. UN-<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">FRIGGIN</span>-BELIEVABLE. If you KNEW you tried to <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">fund raise</span> for Rod when you knew he was going to nominate someone to replace Barack Obama, why would you turn around and accept the seat? Even if this was somehow completely legitimate, it still stinks to high heaven. Disappointing brother. Disappointing.</div><div> </div><div><a href="http://www.wowowow.com/files/imagecache/300x/2009_0105_ap_roland_burris.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-2125634383936433848?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-15787129212256156372009-02-13T11:39:00.003-05:002009-02-13T11:48:57.330-05:00<a href="http://cagle.msnbc.com/news/ValentinesDay08/images/lester.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 437px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 379px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://cagle.msnbc.com/news/ValentinesDay08/images/lester.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://cagle.msnbc.com/news/ValentinesDay08/images/lester.jpg"></a></div>HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY BLOGGERS! In the spirit of all things love-related, we will not have a Joker of the Week poll this week. So Chris Brown, A Rod and MIA's stylist are <em>LUCKY</em>. D*MN LUCKY. But, I may hold their names for next week's poll though...<br /><br />On a positive note, I'll give a shout out to Jennifer Hudson and Muhammed Ali. Hudson's moving musical tribute to the champ and his sad state as a result of the Parkinson's disease moved me to tears last night during the NAACP Image Awards. I thought about all that she had been through and the class and grace and sheer talent that she performed with last night in the midst of it all. It was incredibly inspiring. Kudos to Jennifer, Yolanda Ali, who gave a wonderful speech, and the entire Ali family.<br /><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"></span><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"></span><br />Have a great weekend!<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://cagle.msnbc.com/news/ValentinesDay08/images/lester.jpg">Cartoon Source</a><br /><br /></span><span style="font-size:78%;"></span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-1578712921225615637?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-30507695231682173952009-02-06T11:26:00.002-05:002009-02-06T11:34:19.626-05:00<a href="http://pictures.funnyjunksite.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/funny-cartoon-pictures-39.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 360px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 378px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://pictures.funnyjunksite.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/funny-cartoon-pictures-39.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://images1.fanpop.com/images/photos/1400000/The-Joker-the-joker-1421008-1280-1024.jpg"></a><div><br /><br /></div><div><strong>The Joker of the Week polls are BACK folks. This week's list is actually a little tough....</strong></div><div><br /></div><div></div><div><br /><br /></div><ol><li>Christian Bale - For cursing out the director of photography on the set of Terminator 4 for four minutes! While it was funny, I don't care how big of a star you are, you should not treat people that way. </li><li>Etta James - For her sour grapes over not singing "At Last" at the Neighborhood Ball to the first couple. She said, “You guys know your president, right?” You know the one with big ears? Yeah, wait a minute. He <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">ain</span>’t my president.” Classy 'till the bitter end Etta. </li><li>Michael Phelps - For smoking weed in front of someone with a camera and being suspended from USA swimming. </li><li>Tom <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Daschle</span> - For knowing that he wanted to be in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Obama's</span> cabinet for MONTHS, not paying his taxes and then withdrawing from the process at the last minute. </li></ol><p> </p><div><a href="http://pictures.funnyjunksite.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/08/funny-cartoon-pictures-39.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Cartoon Source</span></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3050769523168217395?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-7177618825672578352009-02-05T12:35:00.002-05:002009-02-05T12:39:46.340-05:00(<a href="http://www.differenceofopinion.blogspot.com/">Smarty Jones</a> tagged me on Facebook--I might as well kill two birds with one stone. :-)<br /><br /><ol><li>I was born in Washington, D.C. at Washington Hospital Center. I'm a true D.C. native.<br /></li><li>I've been to hip hop clubs in Rome, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Madrid, Lisbon and Albufeira. Barcelona is like the United Nations of Hip Hop. Imagine being in a club with people from every country of the world yelling "Now west side walk it oooout, now east side walk it ouuuuut." That is a wild thing to see.<br /></li><li>I LOOOOOVE to read. When I was a kid, I used check out 20 books from the library at once (usually Sweet Valley High, Nancy Drew and Sweet Dreams), read them in two weeks and then check out 20 more. I just finished the Brief Wondrous Life of Benjamin Wao--a book about several generations of a family from the Dominican Republic. It was a great read.<br /></li><li>I have a weird fascination with vampire culture. (Not in a sick twisted way--I guess....). But I enjoy vampire stories - movies (Underworld, Interview with a Vampire, etc.); tv (True Blood, Buffy); Books (L.A. Banks series). <br /></li><li>I am getting married in July and either I am the most relaxed bride in history or the biggest procrastinator who doesn't understand the scope of her responsibility....<br /></li><li>I've been to Las Vegas ten times and stayed at 7 different hotels (Circus Circus, Bellagio, Luxor, New York New York, Mandalay Bay, The Signature at the MGM Grand, &amp; The Hilton). I usually do pretty well and actually hit the jackpots. But the last time I went, I was at The Mirage, and I hit for $300, cashed out and moved on to the next machine. Five minutes later, a middle-aged lady sat down at the machine I hit on, and hit the upper progressive for $15,000. I was disgusted. As the machine played "We're in the money" for the next 30 minutes I was almost sick. I did end up winning $1,000 that night, but my heart still hurt.<br /></li><li>I have two brothers. My older one is a character and my younger one is super smart, about to graduate from Princeton. Yeah, I'm bragging. LOL.<br /></li><li>I work to live, not live to work. There is a big difference.<br /></li><li>I love movies. I think it's an extension of my love of reading. Stories--it's all stories. The latest flicks that I've taken in? Slumdog Millionaire, Gran Turino, Taken and Notorious.<br /></li><li>We're going to Maui and Oahu for our honeymoon. I would like to leave right now.<br /></li><li>I have a group of lawyer friends. There are 4 of us and we call ourselves The Committee. We got the name because we talk on e-mail everyday about everything, and one of the boyfriends jokingly remarked "Oh yeah, I know you have to run it by the Committee." It stuck. <br /></li><li>I started calling people who do something stupid or something that annoys me "jokers." I even have a weekly "Joker of the Week" on my blog <a href="http://www.chicasinthecity.blogspot.com/">www.chicasinthecity.blogspot.com</a>. Now everyone around me uses the word--my mom, my grandmother, friends. Unfortunately, I called my fiancé a joker once and my three year old nephew latched on. He subsequently called my grandmother, my mother and his father a joker; and he routinely asks me if my fiancé is still a joker? Thus, I unintentionally have gotten that kid into a lot of trouble. <br /></li><li>Barack Obama was the first political candidate that I ever gave money to. It was money well spent.<br /></li><li>I (gasp) like line dancing. Not necessarily the electric slide--but let the cupid shuffle come on--I'm hitting the floor!<br /></li><li>I had a jheri curl when I was in the 5th and 6th grade. (You've probably seen the photos former classmates/new frenemies have posted on FB). At the time it seemed like a good idea... And it did make my hair grow. LOL.<br /></li><li>I met Stanford from Sex and the City in the Hilton gift shop. The weird thing was, at first I didn't recognize him. I thought he was somebody that worked at my law firm, but then I said "Sex and the City!" He nodded and was actually pretty friendly.<br /></li><li>I love to go to Europe because people think my friends and I are celebrities. I'm dead serious. A black American--walking around on vacation, shopping, looking fab, staying at 5 stars in Portugal or Spain? Of course we have to be famous. Psssh, I put on my big sunglasses as soon as I get to Dulles Airport just to get ready for my landing abroad. Although the staring can be annoying, particularly when you're eating, I generally enjoy the fanfare and the yells of "guapa", "bella". <br /></li><li>I used to play soccer when I was younger, even went to a week long soccer camp when I was 14. <br /></li><li>I was semi-kidnapped once in the Bahamas. We were staying at Atlantis on Paradise Island. I decided to venture out a couple of times by myself to clubs in Nassau. Saturday night--went out, had a good time. Sunday when I went out--the club that I wanted to go to was closed. I told the cab driver he could just take me home. He said no--He had a place that he could take me. He proceeded to drop off another passenger and then took me to a dancehall in the hood. I was like "CRAP"--although it was not crap. He said I didn't have to pay, "he just wanted to party with me." I'm not against cabbies, but he wasn't even hot. I went in the dancehall---did not see one other tourist--realized I could be stabbed up and through there, and rolled out. I got a guy to hail me another cab (miraculously) and just as I was about to flee the scene, the cab driver (having parked a mile away and walked back to the club to meet me), stopped me from closing the door and said, "what happened?" I said, "It was just not my scene." Then I closed the door. I think if he could have slapped me, he would have. LOL. I took my butt back to Atlantis and shot craps that night. During the ride home, my new cab driver said he loved me, the toll ticket guy said I was beautiful, and as I was walking back towards the hotel entrance, another cabbie, grabbed me, looked at my chest and said he'd like to give me the royal treatment. Only in the Caribbean man! HA!<br /></li><li>When I was in Key West for a wedding, I ended up going to a clothing optional club--I can't remember the name of it--but I know the rooftop was called the Garden of Eden. Oddly, only people who should remain in their clothes at all time chose to disrobe. It was NASTY. One guy actually came up to me and was talking to me, asking questions, like he wasn't butt naked! <br /></li><li>Sometimes I get sucked into watching stupid reality shows when they run a marathon. (i.e. From Gs to Gents and I love New York). It's a source of shame.<br /></li><li>I've driven to work for the last 7 years. But now, the parking lot at my building is so small, I just don't want to risk dents in the car. So, in March, I'm thinking about getting back on the subway. The problem is, I hate people. Well, I guess hate is a strong word. All of the crowds, the pushing to get on the train, people standing over me if I'm lucky enough to get a seat. What a nuisance. I like the quiet comfort of my own vehicle. (SIGH). I need to pray on it.<br /></li><li>I think my mother is the best mother in the world. Ever. In the history of motherhood. Dramatical? Yes. True? YES!<br /></li><li>I've known my best friend for almost 26 years. Knowing anyone for that long makes me feel old.<br /></li><li>I am a fan of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. I even read The Rock Says. In my defense, it was Christmas present.</li></ol><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-717761882567257835?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-43678480106402880782009-02-03T09:41:00.003-05:002009-02-03T09:48:00.454-05:00<a href="http://blogs.e-rockford.com/movieman/files/2008/09/americanpsycho460.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 460px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://blogs.e-rockford.com/movieman/files/2008/09/americanpsycho460.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Soooo, remember when Christian Bale's mom and sister accused him of attacking them? Uuuuh, maybe they were telling the truth. Bale may have some serious anger issues. He went OFF on the director of photography on the set of the new Terminator movie. And I do mean OFF. The director apparently walked behind someone during a scene and Bale went ballistic. On the one hand, I feel bad for the director of photography. On the other hand--HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA! It was almost like a scene from a movie. If you have not heard it, take a <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JN-xjnrTK2Q&amp;feature=related">listen</a>.</div><div></div><div><a href="http://blogs.e-rockford.com/movieman/files/2008/09/americanpsycho460.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-4367848010640288078?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-49243436532788188202009-01-30T13:20:00.007-05:002009-01-30T14:37:58.457-05:00<a href="http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l121/cakeandice-cream/Pictures/LilKimDiddy3.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 486px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 526px" alt="" src="http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l121/cakeandice-cream/Pictures/LilKimDiddy3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><br /><div><div><div><div>I know I said I was nominating Rod the loser, but I have to give this week's title to Lil' Kim. (Polls will return next week). In any event, Grown Woman alerted me to the fact that Lil' Kim is apparently distraught about her portrayal as a <a href="http://bossip.com/79409/voletta-to-kim-you-are-white-woman-trapped-in-a-disfigured-black-womans-body/">jump off </a>in the movie Notorious. Apparently, she also complained about the actress who played her and claimed that she was "too dark." She allegedly wanted Christina Milian to play her. Pause. Think about it. Guffaw. Yes it ridiculous, laughable and sad all at the same time. </div><div><br /></div><div></div><div>Biggie's mom said, “Do you know why the character was too dark for her? Because she’s a white woman trapped in a black woman’s body, and you can tell the world I said it, because those are Lil’ Kim’s words. She should be ashamed of herself...Tell Lil’ Kim to go find herself, go drink a cup of green tea and get a life! This movie is not about Lil’ Kim. She felt we used her character to promote [but] this movie is about my son. … Lil’ Kim needs to go sit down.” </div><div><br /></div><div></div><div>Ha! I have to say Mama Wallace is right. The movie was about Biggie's life--everyone else was a side character. On who played her, Ms. Naturi Naughton is roughly Lil Kim's old complexion and petite. Ms. Kim does not look a darn thing like Milian. But you be the judge....</div><div><br /><br /><a href="http://www.streetanthem.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/christina-milian3.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 448px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 600px" alt="" src="http://www.streetanthem.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/christina-milian3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://concreteloop.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/naturikimberly.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 230px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 438px" alt="" src="http://concreteloop.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/naturikimberly.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /></div><div></div><div>She needs therapy, the Lord and some unconditional love. </div><div> </div><div><br /><strong>HONORABLE MENTION</strong>: <em>Traveldiva. Yeah, I'm giving myself a nod. Michelle Obama was having lunch at Georgia Brown's, the restaurant right outside my building. I actually saw crowds of people excited about something, but I thought it was some kind of protest, so I was like, just move so I can eat my Cosi salad. DARN IT! I could have gotten a pic!</em></div><div><br /> </div><div></div><div><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source - <a href="http://www.streetanthem.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/christina-milian3.jpg">Milian</a>, <a href="http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l121/cakeandice-cream/Pictures/LilKimDiddy3.jpg">Lil Kim</a>, <a href="http://concreteloop.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/naturikimberly.jpg">Comparisons</a></span></div></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-4924343653278818820?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-38429271948679631122009-01-26T11:31:00.005-05:002009-01-26T11:40:52.318-05:00<p align="left"><a href="http://www.chicagomag.com/images/2008/February%202008/blago2.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 419px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 268px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.chicagomag.com/images/2008/February%202008/blago2.jpg" border="0" /></a></p><br /><br /><a href="http://www.chicagomag.com/images/2008/February%202008/blago2.jpg"></a><br /><br /><div><a href="http://www.chicagomag.com/images/2008/February%202008/blago2.jpg"></a><br /><br /><br /><div>Illinois Governor Rod <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Blagojevich</span> is a real piece of work. He's on tape saying all kinds of horrible, illegal things and he has the absolute nerve to act like he is a victim. Now this bozo had the audacity to compare himself to <a href="http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/28843378/?GT1=43001">Gandhi, Nelson Mandela and Martin Luther King</a> --other public figures wrongly persecuted. Seriously Rod? Seriously? You attempting to secure a cushy job for your wife is equivalent to Mandela in prison for over 20 years? You attempting to sell a senate seat for your own personal gain is equivalent to <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">MLK</span> marching, being threatened, jailed and ultimately killed for his civil rights work? Give me and the people of Illinois a serious break.</div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div><a href="http://www.chicagomag.com/images/2008/February%202008/blago2.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-3842927194867963112?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-87957417178927596612009-01-21T11:58:00.009-05:002009-01-21T12:07:41.465-05:00<div></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><p align="center"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdUy30eGZI/AAAAAAAAA1M/7zRI_MbN0q4/s1600-h/inaug6.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293793119951526290" style="WIDTH: 480px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 185px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdUy30eGZI/AAAAAAAAA1M/7zRI_MbN0q4/s400/inaug6.jpg" border="0" /></a></p><div><br />Hey guys, I'm still tired. I'll give a recap soon, but here are some pics!<br /></div><br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdWPriVbvI/AAAAAAAAA10/UTLHVlWNERI/s1600-h/inaug4.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293794714382069490" style="WIDTH: 150px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdWPriVbvI/AAAAAAAAA10/UTLHVlWNERI/s200/inaug4.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdU5IrAyLI/AAAAAAAAA1U/qeApiRKD3EM/s1600-h/inaug4.jpg"></a><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdVytn22yI/AAAAAAAAA1k/zv-BMf1sNmg/s1600-h/inaug9.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293794216725895970" style="WIDTH: 240px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdVytn22yI/AAAAAAAAA1k/zv-BMf1sNmg/s320/inaug9.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdV1-TRTXI/AAAAAAAAA1s/KHiqe6OVheI/s1600-h/inaug8.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293794272742559090" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdV1-TRTXI/AAAAAAAAA1s/KHiqe6OVheI/s320/inaug8.jpg" border="0" /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdVpbuG9fI/AAAAAAAAA1c/e09A-3yAu9c/s1600-h/inaug7.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293794057301456370" style="WIDTH: 240px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdVpbuG9fI/AAAAAAAAA1c/e09A-3yAu9c/s320/inaug7.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdUupjg3wI/AAAAAAAAA1E/R0LtYcVcnr8/s1600-h/inaug5.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293793047402831618" style="WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px" alt="" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdUupjg3wI/AAAAAAAAA1E/R0LtYcVcnr8/s400/inaug5.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdUgmB_07I/AAAAAAAAA08/Ltb1Yk6xGdw/s1600-h/inaug3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293792805938779058" style="WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdUgmB_07I/AAAAAAAAA08/Ltb1Yk6xGdw/s400/inaug3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdUbOKQWQI/AAAAAAAAA00/Qc3qHKgph24/s1600-h/inaug2.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293792713631619330" style="WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdUbOKQWQI/AAAAAAAAA00/Qc3qHKgph24/s400/inaug2.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdUX-Fk1sI/AAAAAAAAA0s/qw6Qd6xbhqc/s1600-h/inaug1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5293792657777415874" style="WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px" alt="" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SXdUX-Fk1sI/AAAAAAAAA0s/qw6Qd6xbhqc/s400/inaug1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div></div></div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-8795741717892759661?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-61732712488360881852009-01-16T12:45:00.007-05:002009-01-16T12:59:46.695-05:00<a href="http://www.paulmecurio.com/files/u1/Obama_dancing.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 199px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 356px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.paulmecurio.com/files/u1/Obama_dancing.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>FINALLY! I am <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">soooooo</span> excited. There is so much happening in D.C. this weekend that I just can't STAND IT! I know most locals are staying home because of the hassle. But I cannot be around the corner from history and not try to participate. I'll report back on the haps! Tomorrow, I'm hitting Ibiza for <a href="http://www.myinaugural.com/HipHopCaucus/saturday.html"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Vibe's</span> Icons Ball </a>with Mary J. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Blige</span> and Common; Sunday, I'm headed to a <a href="http://ebenezerame.org/">gospel concert</a> at my church (oddly hosted by <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Vivica</span> Fox) featuring Yolanda Adams, Shirley Caesar, Tye <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Tribbet</span>, Marvin <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Sapp</span>, etc.; and Tuesday, I'll be headed downtown for the swearing-in and possibly staying for the parade. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">WOOOOHOOO</span>!</div><div></div><br /><div>And who knows what else I'll do as the city is jumping with <a href="http://www.vibe.com/news/online_exclusives/2009/01/the_party_capitol/">activities</a>! I'm contemplating going to the opening events on Sunday, but I don't want to get stuck downtown and not be able to make my evening concert. I briefly contemplated going to see Jigga at the Warner Theater, but tickets were $500 each. I'd like an evening with Jay Z, but unless that includes a limo ride, dinner with him and Beyonce, two dozen roses and a personal concert--it's not really worth all of that.</div><div></div><div></div><div>Happy four day weekend!!!</div><div></div><div><a href="http://www.paulmecurio.com/files/u1/Obama_dancing.jpg">Pic Source</a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-6173271248836088185?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-12427293440025375292009-01-13T13:13:00.004-05:002009-01-13T13:18:37.135-05:00<div><div>Hola Bloggers!<br /><br />I had to post about two fantastic new travel blogs by <a href="http://www.blogger.com/profile/02603716297414271452.">TriniDiva</a>. One is <a href="http://itravelforfun.blogspot.com/">http://itravelforfun.blogspot.com/</a> and the other is <a href="http://mypostcardsfromaroundtheworld.blogspot.com/">http://mypostcardsfromaroundtheworld.blogspot.com/</a>. These sites include hilarious recaps of TriniDiva's travels, pictures, great travel tips and other great information. I can vouch for Trini because I have travelled extensively with her, and I can tell you that in addition to great sights, there is always some craziness. I'll give you an example:<br /><br />In 2006, Trini, Lily and I were in Rome over Thanksgiving. One Saturday night we were hanging out in Campo De Fiori, a little square full of bars, restaurants, etc. where people go to chill, drink and people watch. We had had a great time--met lots of attractive italian men, met some random folks from other countries, etc. Around 4 or 5 am, we were talking to three guys and just chillin' when a couple of women came up to me and said, "Oh My God! We know you, you are a singer!" I was like, "Umm, no, no I'm not." And they said, "Yes, Yes we know you!" Just as I was about to deny it again, my friend Lily leaned over and said, "Ssssh, we're on vacanza." And then they laughed and squealed and said, "We knew it! We LOVE you. Please sing something for us." Now, I knew that if I broke out into song, the jig would definitely be up. So I said, "I'm sorry, I don't sing when I'm on holiday." HAAA! They then begged and asked me to please sing something for them. I told them I wouldn't sing, but I'd take a picture with them. They were elated and jumped right in for a photo. (See below). As I said goodbye to my fans, they blew me kisses and said, "We love you sooo much. We love you." Now, to this day, I have NO CLUE who the h*ll they thought I was. But when they rounded the corner, Lily, TriniDiva and I literally collapsed in one of those fits of laughter that literally caused stomach pain, tears and had us leaning on a wall for support.<br /><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SWzabNpUebI/AAAAAAAAA0k/1HS6vFoC4Qc/s1600-h/blog1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5290843823307782578" style="WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SWzabNpUebI/AAAAAAAAA0k/1HS6vFoC4Qc/s320/blog1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />I said all of that to say, our travels never have a dull moment and TriniDiva's new blogs will definitely bring a smile to your face and get you ready to hop on a plane. So take a read.</div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-1242729344002537529?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-91306284800268940682009-01-09T13:49:00.004-05:002009-01-09T13:57:26.166-05:00Thanks to all who voted and to those of you who just wrote "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">LOL"</span>. I'm guessing the categories were just too tough to decide. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">LOL</span>. Here are the results:<br /><br /><br /><br />1. <em>Right Wing Republican You Most Want To Slap Into Next Week (If it wouldn't result in you landing in Guantanamo Bay....) Award</em> - <strong>Sarah <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Palin</span></strong><br /><br />2. <em>Bonehead Politician Award</em> - <strong>Detroit Mayor <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Kwame</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Kilpatrick</span></strong><br /><br />3. <em>S/He Said What? Award</em> - Bob Johnson<br /><br />4. <em>Entertainer Who Shows That You Can Pay For School But You Can't Buy Class Award</em> -<strong>Papoose</strong><br /><br />5. <em>Person Who Wishes The Most That He Or She NEVER Heard The Name Barack Obama</em> - <strong>Jesse Jackson, Sr.</strong><br /><br />6. <em><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">WTH</span>? Moment Award -</em> <strong>No winner - Joe the plumber, gas prices, stock market crash and Jesse's on mic comments all tied.</strong><br /><br /><br /><br />7. JOKERS OF THE YEAR - <strong>McCain/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Palin</span>.</strong><br /><br /><br /><br />And now it begins all over again....I hear Charles "DUI" Barkley is looking for a nod...<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-9130628480026894068?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-82070035563084602962008-12-24T10:54:00.009-05:002008-12-24T11:44:15.154-05:00<a href="http://images.birthdayinabox.com/BIABviewLarger/Trophy.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 350px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 350px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://images.birthdayinabox.com/BIABviewLarger/Trophy.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><a href="http://img.alibaba.com/photo/11168803/Glass_Cup_Trophy.jpg"></a><div><br /><br /></div><div>Hello folks!<br /><br />Happy Holidays!!! Welcome to the FIRST ANNUAL JOKER OF THE YEAR AWARDS. Last year we named a single Joker of the Year, but I thought it would be fun to break it down into a few categories. I mean really, how do you compare a Kanye West to a Sarah Palin? Apples and oranges, friends, apples and oranges. So write in your votes in the Comments section and I'll add them all up. Happy voting!</div><div> </div><p>1. <strong><em>Right Wing Republican You Most Want To Slap Into Next Week (If it wouldn't result in you landing in Guantanamo Bay....) Award</em></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Sarah Palin</strong></li><li><strong>George W. Bush</strong></li><li><strong>Bill O'Reilly</strong></li><li><strong>Dick Cheney</strong></li><li><strong>Rush Limbaugh</strong> (Some of his '08 gems include - "Let's say it is Obama and Hillary…Let's put Hillary at the top — That's a position she's familiar with...Therefore, you've got a woman and a black for the first time ever on the Democrat ticket. Ahem. They don't have a prayer.") </li></ul><ol><br /></ol><p>2. <strong><em>Bonehead Politician Award</em></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Elliot Spitzer</strong> - NY Governor caught with his hand in the hooker's cookie jar...</li><li><strong>Rod Blagojevich</strong> - IL Governor who actually thought he could SELL Barack Obama's senate seat on the DL and is belligerently refusing to resign.</li><li><strong>Sarah Palin</strong> - See her interview with Katie Couric. Nuff said.</li><li><strong>George W. Bush</strong> - Not just on GP. Did anyone see him <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/02/28/bush-on-4-gas-i-hadnt_n_88907.html">dancing</a> for reporters while waiting for John McCain at the White House? Ugh.</li><li><strong>Kwame Kilpatrick</strong> - Detroit Mayor caught in horrible scandal involving perjury, sexy text messages and his Chief of Staff.</li></ul><p>3. <strong><em>S/He Said What? Award</em></strong></p><ul><li><strong>BET Co-Founder Bob Johnson</strong> (for attacking Obama at a Clinton rally) - "To me, as an African American, I am frankly insulted the Obama campaign would imply that we are so stupid that we would think Hillary and Bill Clinton, who have been deeply and emotionally involved in black issues — when Barack Obama was doing something in the neighborhood; I won't say what he was doing, but he said it in his book — when they have been involved." </li></ul><p><strong></strong> </p><ul><li><strong>Roseanne Barr</strong> (for posting the following on her blog about Oprama) - "Obama votes with Bush constantly funding this terrible endless war.Oprah, you play the race card and the gender card too. You are a closeted republican and chose Barack Obama because you do not like other women who actually stand for something to working American Women besides glamour, angels, hollywood and dieting!"</li></ul><p> </p><ul><li><strong>Pat Buchanan</strong>- For responding to Barack Obama's speech on race relations by saying, "What is wrong with Barack’s prognosis and Barack’s cure?Only this. It is the same old con, the same old shakedown that black hustlers have been running since the Kerner Commission blamed the riots in Harlem, Watts, Newark, Detroit and a hundred other cities on, as Nixon put it, “everybody but the rioters themselves.”" Buchanan went on to say, "America has been the best country on earth for black folks. It was here that 600,000 black people, brought from Africa in slave ships, grew into a community of 40 million, were introduced to Christian salvation, and reached the greatest levels of freedom and prosperity blacks have ever known." </li></ul><p> </p><ul><li><strong>Sharon Stone</strong> - For blaming the earthquake in China on China's bad karma. Stone said, "They're not being nice to the Dalai Lama, who is a friend of mine. And then all of this earthquake and all this happened and I thought, is that karma? When you're not nice, that bad things happen to you?" Over 68,000 innocent people, many of them children, have died in the earthquake. Stone needs to stick to acting and leave politics alone. Oh wait, didn't Basic Instinct 2 only bring in $100?? Hmmm, she should just sit in a corner.</li></ul><p>4. <strong><em>Entertainer Who Shows That You Can Pay For School But You Can't Buy Class Award</em></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Papoose -</strong> This rocket scientist was set to marry Remy Ma during a visit to his boo in prison. BUT he got busted sneaking a handcuff key into the prison, so the wedding did not take place and he's been banned from Riker's for 6 months. </li></ul><p> </p><ul><li><strong>Nas, Kelis and their entourage</strong> - For rocking "N*gger" jackets to the Grammy's.</li></ul><p> </p><ul><li><strong>DMX -</strong> For not knowing who Barack Obama was during an XXL interview and saying, Barack?! What the f**k is a Barack? Barack Obama. Where he from Africa?..What the f**k? That ain't no f**kin' name, yo. That ain't that n**ga's name. You can't be serious. Barack Obama. Get the f**k outta here" </li></ul><p> </p><ul><li><strong>Kanyeezy </strong>- For multiple airport skirmishes...</li></ul><p> </p><p>5. <strong><em>Person Who Wishes The Most That He Or She NEVER Heard The Name Barack Obama</em></strong></p><ul><li><strong>Hillary Clinton</strong></li><li><strong>John McCain</strong></li><li><strong>Tavis Smiley</strong></li><li><strong>Jesse Jackson, Sr.</strong></li><li><strong>Bill Clinton</strong></li></ul><p><em><strong>6. WTH Moment? Award</strong></em></p><ul><li>Gas hits $5 a gallon</li><li>The stock market completely tanks</li><li>Mariah Carey marries Nick Cannon after dating for 20 seconds...</li><li>Barbara Walters writes tell all book about her interracial affair...</li><li>Jesse Jackson talking on a live mic on FOX about castrating Barack Obama...</li><li>Joe the Plumber gets covered during the presidential campaign like a real celebrity...</li><li>The U.S. relay teams drop the batons in the Olympics!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!</li></ul><p><strong><em>7. Joker of The Year (Write-In Your own suggestions!)</em></strong><br /><br /><br /><br />This shall be my last post of 2008. I'm headed to sin city this weekend and if I have time to blog, then I might as well be at home. LOL. HAPPY HOLIDAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYS</p><p> </p><p>And as my parting gift--if you haven't alread--please check out the <a href="http://www.missinfo.tv/index.php/jamie-foxx-pulls-terrence-howards-hater-card/">video</a> of Jamie Foxx going at Terrence Howard. HIIIILARIOUS.</p><p><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://images.birthdayinabox.com/BIABviewLarger/Trophy.jpg">Pic Source</a> - Trophy</span></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-8207003556308460296?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-44545014393146312482008-12-18T21:52:00.003-05:002008-12-18T22:06:12.666-05:00<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SUsOygMeVjI/AAAAAAAAA0U/A2oKuv-rqyI/s1600-h/citc1.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5281331248820540978" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SUsOygMeVjI/AAAAAAAAA0U/A2oKuv-rqyI/s320/citc1.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Does this look like the face of a person who got laid off? Well as of December 1, 2008, the law firm I was practicing with officially dissolved, in large part due to the economy. This was not a small firm by any measure--it was an AmLaw 100, national firm with hundreds of lawyers and many more staff. But it collapsed, and people, including yours truly, were notified a few weeks before Thanksgiving that they would be jobless at the end of the month. I have NEVER been let go. And honestly, generally when I hear that 10,000 people have lost their jobs at some big company--I shake my head and say, "That's a shame." I never envisioned that I would be one of those faceless joes left out in the cold. It was frightening and nerve-wracking. And even though it was through no fault of mine, I was embarrassed. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Thankfully, I was only jobless for about 2 and a half weeks before the labor group that I practice with found another firm for us to relocate to and I officially went back to the grind this week. I can honestly say that I learned a lot--that you can't take anything for granted, save as much as you can, etc. More importantly, I'll feel a lot more empathy when some big faceless corporation announces cutbacks.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-4454501439314631248?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-47999582700775948272008-12-14T20:41:00.005-05:002008-12-14T21:00:38.141-05:00<a href="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3066/2603470225_929ea5296b_o.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 480px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 653px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3066/2603470225_929ea5296b_o.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Hello Bloggers!</div><div> </div><div>This week I have a rack of contenders. I am absolutely positive, you might not know who to vote for.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>George W. Bush</strong> - For having <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DTfRRWbS64">two shoes</a> thrown at him in Iraq during a press conference by an angry Iraqi journalist. What Bush has done to Iraq is not a laughing matter. <em>However , </em>seeing that bozo duck when that shoe came flying at his head was HILarious. You cannot script that kind of comedy.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Gov. Rod Blagojevich -</strong> For thinking he could actually sell Barack Obama's senate seat. Let's put aside the corruption for a second and focus on the stupidity. Doesn't he know that EVERYTHING Obama related is under strict scrutiny? He actually believed he could sell it without no one being any wiser?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Big Baby Glen Davis of the Boston Celtics - </strong>For <a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.inquisitr.com/10911/glen-davis-cries-on-the-bench/">crying</a> like a little girl on the Celtics bench after Kevin Garnett gave him a blistering set down. And I'm not exaggerating. When I was younger, when I got really really mad, all I could do was cry tears of anger and frustration. That is what Big Baby looked like--me at 11 years old. Except he's a grown man on an NBA team.....</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Jesse Jackson Jr. - </strong>If Junior is Candidate 5 AND was willing to have surrogates pay a million bucks for Obama's vacant senate seat, he's got some serious explaining to do...</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>Senate Republicans </strong>- I'm not necessarily behind all of these bailouts. However, my understanding is that the reason Senate Republicans didn't vote for the auto bailout is because they wanted lower union wages. Seriously? What happened to all of that crap about "main street." Wouldn't blue collar union workers qualify as main street? And Republicans signed off on 700 billion dollars for the financial industries, but not for the average union worker in Michigan? Country first my eye...</div><div> </div><div><a href="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3066/2603470225_929ea5296b_o.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-4799958270077594827?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-70858713917829910972008-12-09T11:24:00.004-05:002008-12-09T11:34:37.594-05:00<a href="http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/0amW7QqfClfIp/340x.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 340px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 404px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/0amW7QqfClfIp/340x.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>According to <a href="http://www.cnn.com/">CNN</a>, Illinois Gov. Rod <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Blagojevich</span> has been arrested by the feds on corruption charges. Allegedly, this bozo planned to award President Elect Barack <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Obama's</span> senate seat to the highest bidder--seeking gifts, appointments and money for himself and his wife. He also allegedly was involved in other shady dealings. What a bozo! I hope they don't try to link Obama to this mess.</div><div> </div><div>I feel sorry for the people of Illinois. They are harmed the most by corrupt officials.</div><div> </div><div><a href="http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/0amW7QqfClfIp/340x.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-7085871391782991097?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-7508581697164713162008-12-03T21:58:00.006-05:002008-12-03T22:12:30.894-05:00<a href="http://assets.espn.go.com/photo/2007/1106/nfl_g_burress_580.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 580px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 326px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://assets.espn.go.com/photo/2007/1106/nfl_g_burress_580.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Hello <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">bloggers</span>,</div><div></div><br /><br /><div>I know I've been remiss lately, but, I'm back! I can think of no one more deserving of this week's prize than NFL NY Giants' player <a href="http://http//news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20081203/ap_on_sp_fo_ne/fbn_giants_burress_shot_82"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Plaxico</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Burress</span></a>. Gun at the club. Check. Accidentally shoot yourself in the leg. Check. Get arrested for shooting yourself and carrying a weapon. Check. Suspended from your Superbowl winning team for the remainder of the season. Check Check and Check.</div><div> </div><div></div><div><strong>Honorable Mention</strong> goes to Pennsylvania governor Ed <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Rendell</span>. This bozo was overheard commenting on President Elect <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Obama's</span> choice of Janet <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Napolitano</span> as the head of the Department of Homeland Security. He <a href="http://blogsabcnews.com/">said,</a> "Janet's perfect for that job. Because for that job, you have to have no life. Janet has no family. Perfect. She can devote, literally, 19-20 hours a day to it." <strong>What an idiot. So single people have no life--single people can devote every waking minute to work because they don't have kids at home? He was too steps shy of calling her a spinster. Loser.</strong></div><div></div><div>Any one on your Joker list this week? Feel free to add them in the comments section!</div><div></div><div><a href="http://assets.espn.go.com/photo/2007/1106/nfl_g_burress_580.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-750858169716471316?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-63687011357486650182008-11-26T10:24:00.003-05:002008-11-26T10:27:31.377-05:00<a href="http://www.thanksgivingjoys.com/funny_pictures/thanksgiving_funny_picture_04.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 450px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 352px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.thanksgivingjoys.com/funny_pictures/thanksgiving_funny_picture_04.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>We're headed to my mom's house - turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, mac and cheese, chicken, string beans, homemade cornbread dressing, sweet potato pie, apple pie, etc. SCANDALOUS. I'll be in the gym today, tomorrow morning, Friday and beyond, but it's WORTH IT! Happy holidays!</div><div> </div><div> </div><div><a href="http://www.thanksgivingjoys.com/funny_pictures/thanksgiving_funny_picture_04.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-6368701135748665018?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-19322050980435629842008-11-17T08:57:00.005-05:002008-11-17T10:19:38.190-05:00<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/SSF6szFySqI/AAAAAAAAAMQ/jReCi4Xma4E/s1600-h/Wanda_Sykes.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 381px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_ofYzNBVXjFU/SSF6szFySqI/AAAAAAAAAMQ/jReCi4Xma4E/s400/Wanda_Sykes.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5269627949047499426" /></a><br />While many of us are still basking in the glow of Barack's historic win, the gay and lesbian community is dealing with the aftermath of the passage of Proposition 8. Wanda Sykes has recently "come out of the closet" and said that she felt that Prop 8 was a "personal attack". Wanda and her "wife" were married last month. Melissa Etheridge has recently declared that she will not pay California any more taxes since it does not regard her as an "equal citizen". Interestingly, African-Americans overwhelmingly voted for Proposition 8. Also, another state (I believe Arkansas) has now banned same-sex partners from adopting.<br />What do you think about Proposition 8 and related laws? Is this an issue of civil rights? Morality? Do we have the right as Americans to prohibit others from living their lives as they choose?<br />Please let me know what you think.<br /><a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/11/16/wanda-sykes-im-proud-to-b_n_144130.html">Source</a><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-1932205098043562984?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Grown Womanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05614687127258261176noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-21321294748731207352008-11-14T12:16:00.006-05:002008-11-14T12:45:20.038-05:00<a href="http://www.forward-moving.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2006/10/Question%20Mark.JPG"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 484px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 353px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.forward-moving.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2006/10/Question%20Mark.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/48/Inverted_question_mark_alternate.png"></a><br /><div><br /><div>Hello bloggers!</div><div></div><div>I have quite a few contenders for Joker of the Week. I honestly am not quite sure who I am voting for, although I'm leaning in one direction....</div><div></div><div>Have a great weekend!<br /></div><div><strong>Angelina Jolie</strong> - For flaunting her adulterous affair and being completely disrespectful to the sanctity of marriage and another woman. Boo!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><strong>"Reverend Donald Spitz"</strong> - This nut responded to one of my Palin-related blogs last week that it was perfectly acceptable to bomb abortion clinics because they are sinners. He then told me to say this prayer: "Dear Jesus, I am a sinner and am headed to eternal hell because of my sins. I believe you died on the cross to take away my sins and to take me to heaven. Jesus, I ask you now to come into my heart and take away my sins and give me eternal life." <strong>LOL. What a nut job. I'm a Christian and I'm saved, but right wing conservative Christians slay me with their hypocrisy. Murdering doctors, patients and innocent passersby is righteous? Give me a break.</strong></div><br /><div><strong></strong></div><br /><div><a href="http://www.cnn.com/2008/WORLD/asiapcf/11/12/afghanistan.acid.attack/index.html">Acid Throwing Terrorists</a> - These radical Taliban supporters threw acid in the faces of schoolgirls in Afghanistan who were walking to school. The Taliban is completely against women obtaining an education and these nuts wanted to punish and terrorize teens going to school. Two girls were blinded in the attack and others suffered injuries. Sometimes it is really difficult for me to understand the lack of humanity in this world.</div><br /><br /><div></div><div><a href="http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/7715016.stm">Silvio Berlusconi</a> - In a conversation with a Russian leader, much to the chagrin of his countrymen, Italy's Prime Minister said of President-Elect Barack Obama, ''Obama is young, handsome and also tanned, so he has all the qualities to agree with you." Let's put aside the lack of logic in this statement (i.e. because someone is handsome they would be more inclined to have similar political views as another political leader). But Tanned? Really?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><a href="http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/entertainment/7730112.stm">Kanyeezy</a> - The jury is still out, but apparently Kanye West was arrested AGAIN at the airport today for some sort of altercation. Kanye pull it together. You are not above the law!</div><br /><br /><br /><div></div><a href="http://www.forward-moving.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2006/10/Question%20Mark.JPG"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source<br /></span></a><br /><br /><div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-2132129474873120735?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-26890945806743497472008-11-12T12:32:00.002-05:002008-11-12T12:46:36.281-05:00<a href="http://silentopinion.files.wordpress.com/2008/07/aniston-and-jolie.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 368px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 350px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://silentopinion.files.wordpress.com/2008/07/aniston-and-jolie.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20239594,00.html">People</a> is reporting that in an upcoming issue of Vogue, Jennifer Aniston is responding to Angelina Jolie's comments about when she and Brad Pitt fell in love. Apparently, Jolie commented that she could not wait to get to work on the set of Mr. and Mrs. Smith to see Pitt, along with other remarks about how the relationship developed. Ummm, problem, Pitt was still married to Aniston at the time, and Aniston said that some of the things about the Jolie-Pitt relationship she did not know about and Jolie's comments were inappropriate, not discrete and uncool.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>I know no one knows about what goes on behind closed doors, but I'll have to hop on Team Aniston on this one. Pitt was married and thus off limits in my mind. So while this may have been a happy ending that Brangelina can tell their kids about, it doesn't stop the fact that their relationship arose out of adultery and they were gallivanting at work while Pitt was married. So Jolie gets a thumbs down on this one from me.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>What say you?</div><div> </div><div><a href="http://silentopinion.files.wordpress.com/2008/07/aniston-and-jolie.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-2689094580674349747?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-87821257608672448502008-11-10T15:27:00.003-05:002008-11-10T15:28:45.616-05:00<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SRiZZf0ThPI/AAAAAAAAA0M/qHyJZRxIo14/s1600-h/YES"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5267128427526456562" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 292px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 219px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SRiZZf0ThPI/AAAAAAAAA0M/qHyJZRxIo14/s400/YES" border="0" /></a><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div>In with the new!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This photo brings a huge smile to my face and a tear to my eye. GO OBAMA FAMILY!</div><div> </div><div><a href="http://www.blogger.com/www.cnn.com"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-8782125760867244850?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-18971750365785391432008-11-06T10:40:00.004-05:002008-11-06T11:16:11.257-05:00<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SRMXQ_uuMAI/AAAAAAAAA0E/1HlmrvVbBYg/s1600-h/russia"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5265577970078986242" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 268px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SRMXQ_uuMAI/AAAAAAAAA0E/1HlmrvVbBYg/s400/russia" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/8a/Sarah_Palin_Kuwait_14.jpg"></a><br /><br /><div><br /><div><br /><br /><div>Not to be an obnoxious winner, but I had to say one last word on the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Palinator</span>. Now that the campaign is over, the news media is revealing all sorts of juicy tidbits that were covered up. (Ironic given that the media is allegedly so liberal). In any event, according to the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/11/05/palin-didnt-know-africa-i_n_141653.html"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Huffington</span> Post</a>, some media outlets are now revealing that Governor Sarah <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Palin</span> did not know that Africa is a continent. She thought it was a country. Moreover, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Palin</span> apparently did not know which countries were parties to the <strong>NORTH AMERICAN</strong> Free Trade Agreement. Boy did we dodge a bullet....</div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div><a href="http://www.rollingstone.com/nationalaffairs/index.php/2008/11/05/wasilla-hillbillies-looting-nieman-marcus/">Reports</a> are surfacing that <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Palin</span> was indeed a diva--reducing her staff to tears after she interviewed poorly and her approval poll numbers started to slip. In addition, she allegedly spent much more than $150,000 on clothes--she spent additional thousands more on clothes for her husband and children. So much so that one McCain campaign aide described the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Palins</span> as “<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Wasilla</span> hillbillies looting <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Neiman</span> Marcus from coast to coast.” Yikes! And these folks were all on the same team?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>With that, I will leave you with some <a href="http://politicalhumor.about.com/od/sarahpalin/a/palinisms.htm"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Palinisms</span></a> to ponder, with a laugh and a sigh of relief.</div><br /><div></div><br /><ul><br /><li>"I'll try to find you some and I'll bring them to you." --Sarah <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">Palin</span>, asked by Katie <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">Couric</span> to cite specific examples of how John McCain has pushed for more regulation in his 26 years in the Senate, CBS News interview, Sept. 24, 2008</li><br /><li>"All of 'em, any of 'em that have been in front of me over all these years." --Sarah <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">Palin</span>, unable to name a single newspaper or magazine she reads, interview with Katie <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">Couric</span>, CBS News, Oct. 1, 2008</li><br /><li>"There's a place in Hell reserved for women who don't support other women." --Sarah <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_13">Palin</span>, misquoting former Secretary of State Madeline <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_14">Albright</span>, who said women should "help" other women," Carson, Calif., Oct. 4, 2008</li><br /><li>"They are also building schools for the Afghan children so that there is hope and opportunity in our neighboring country of Afghanistan." --Sarah <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_15">Palin</span>, speaking at a fundraiser in San Francisco, Oct. 5, 2008</li><br /><li>"I like being here because it seems like here and in our last rally too -- other parts around this great Northwest -- here in New Hampshire you just get it." --Sarah <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_16">Palin</span>, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_17">Laconia</span>, New Hampshire, Oct. 15, 2008</li><br /><li>"I don't know if you're going to use the word 'terrorist' there." --Sarah <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_18">Palin</span>, asked if people who bomb abortion clinics are terrorists, NBC News interview, Oct. 23, 2008 </li><br /><li>"We believe that the best of America is not all in Washington, D.C. ...We believe that the best of America is in these small towns that we get to visit, and in these wonderful little pockets of what I call the real America, being here with all of you hard working very patriotic, um, very, um, pro-America areas of this great nation." --Sarah <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_19">Palin</span>, speaking at a fundraiser in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_20">Greensoboro</span>, N.C., Oct. 16, 2008</li><br /><li>We realize that more and more Americans are starting to see the light there and understand the contrast. And we talk a lot about, OK, we’re confident that we’re going to win on Tuesday, so from there, the first 100 days, how are we going to kick in the plan that will get this economy back on the right track and really shore up the strategies that we need over in Iraq and Iran to win these wars?" --Sarah <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_21">Palin</span>, suggesting we are at war with Iran, FOX News interview, Nov. 1, 2008</li><br /><li>"<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_22">Ohh</span>, good, thank you, yes." --Sarah <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_23">Palin</span>, after a notorious Canadian prank caller complimented her on the documentary about her life, Hustler's "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_24">Nailin</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_25">Paylin</span>," Nov. 1, 2008</li></ul><br /><div><a href="http://www.about.com/"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></div></div></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-1897175036578539143?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-16022697871431870572008-11-05T10:37:00.002-05:002008-11-05T10:42:34.224-05:00<a href="http://www.donkeydish.com/images/gallery/the-obama-family_443x400.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 443px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.donkeydish.com/images/gallery/the-obama-family_443x400.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>YES WE CAN. YES WE DID. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Hello to the new first family!!! I think we will all remember where we were and how we felt at 11:00 pm last night when they called the election for President elect Barack Obama. The pride, the sense of accomplishment and sheer joy that this election has brought me is immeasurable. Congratulations to Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Joe <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Biden</span> and their families. Now the real work begins!! </div><div> </div><div><a href="http://www.donkeydish.com/images/gallery/the-obama-family_443x400.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source</span></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-1602269787143187057?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-64277603807963400132008-11-04T11:18:00.003-05:002008-11-04T11:27:41.012-05:00<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SRB2LrLGOZI/AAAAAAAAAz8/9p03CGihsx4/s1600-h/Electionline"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5264837907336018322" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 400px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_qQofk7shf9E/SRB2LrLGOZI/AAAAAAAAAz8/9p03CGihsx4/s400/Electionline" border="0" /></a><br /><div>FINALLY! We've been talking about this election for months and months and months. In some ways, I cannot believe it is here. I got up early this morning to go and vote. I planned to go later in the day, but my excitement would not allow me to sleep. When I arrived at my polling place I could not believe the line. It was so long that I could not see the end of it when I drove up. As I walked and talked with other voters, it became clear that every single African American around me was excited, proud, emotional and enthusiastic. There was an air of camaraderie and a sense of history all around us. Everyone had cameras, and I took a picture of the line as I stood there. Ultimately, I waited for 3 hours. I was tired, but when I cast my ballot for the Obama-Biden ticket, a smile spread across my face and I honestly felt like I was casting a ballot for a family member or brother. I never thought the day would come when I could cast a ballot for an African American President. I'm so glad that I was wrong. This is a magnificent day for ALL Americans.</div><div> </div><div><em>Wherever you are, please vote. And if you run into problems at the polls, call 1-866-OUR-VOTE.</em></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-6427760380796340013?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-82831093650442194812008-10-31T12:24:00.002-04:002008-10-31T13:07:17.039-04:00<a href="http://images.cafepress.com/image/20221755_125x125.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 243px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 157px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://images.cafepress.com/image/20221755_125x125.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="http://www.retroplanet.com/Merchant2/graphics/00000001/25910.jpg"></a><br /><br /><div><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Hola</span> folks,</div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>This week there are a number of potential contenders, and it's been difficult to narrow them down. Happy voting and have a great weekend!</div><br /><div></div><br /><br /><ul><li><strong>Joe The Plumber</strong> - This <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">jabroni</span> has a publicist and is working on a country music record deal all because he's become the every man symbol of the Republican Party. He's unlicensed, doesn't own a business, owes back taxes and has the nerve to challenge <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Obama's</span> plan. But beyond that, this idiot said on Fox News that Obama would bring about the "<a href="http://elections.foxnews.com/2008/10/28/joe-plumber-backs-claim-obama-bring-death-israel/">death of Israel</a>." I really loathe stupid people with a platform.</li></ul><div> </div><ul><li><strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Kadeem</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Hardison</span></strong> - For appearing as Flavor <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Flav's</span> sidekick on the sitcom Under One Roof. </li></ul><div> </div><ul><li><strong>John McCain/Sarah <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Palin</span></strong> - This is a preemptive nod--as I am <em>cautiously </em>optimistic that they will LOSE to the Obama/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Biden</span> ticket on next Tuesday.</li></ul><div> </div><ul><li><strong>George W. Bush - </strong>This joker is going out on some of the worst approval ratings ever. His presidency has yielded the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression, soaring health care costs, multiple wars, etc. Yet, he still provides <a href="http://politicalhumor.about.com/library/blbushisms.htm">gems</a> like this - "This thaw -- took a while to thaw, it's going to take a while to <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">unthaw</span>." -- (speaking on liquidity in the markets, Alexandria, La., Oct. 20, 2008)</li></ul><br /><div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div><a href="http://images.cafepress.com/image/20221755_125x125.jpg">Pic Source</a></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-8283109365044219481?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8383671077562439733.post-54942164638484838362008-10-30T10:45:00.004-04:002008-10-30T11:06:56.046-04:00<div><a href="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2356/2438665804_cc925a6a58_o.jpg"></a><div><a href="http://www.vibe.com/galleries/images/2008/04/underoneroof-3.jpg"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 508px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://www.vibe.com/galleries/images/2008/04/underoneroof-3.jpg" border="0" /></a> While I was working out last night at the gym, I noticed a show on the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">MyNetwork</span> called Under One Roof. While I had heard about Flavor <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Flav's</span> new sitcom, I had never actually seen it. The premise of the show is that <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Flav</span> and his brother are polar opposites. However, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Flav</span> took the rap for his brother when he got into a car accident and went to jail. His brother, went on to great success with a mansion in Beverly Hills, a white wife and a successful career. Now, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Flav</span> is out of jail and his brother owes him one and they all live...under one roof. Comedy ensues! Yes <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Flav</span> is a Fresh Prince in the new <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">millennium</span>, without the good looks, charm and comedic timing.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>However, that is not the story. The story is--who was guest starring in the role of a fellow ex-con on the loose? <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Kadeem</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Hardison</span>. At first, I didn't recognize him. But then I did and I said, "My God. Dwayne Wayne? What the h*ll happened?" I know the credit crisis is hitting everyone, but dang it! A guest appearance on a Flavor <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">Flav</span> sitcom? As a child of the 80s who grew up watching Dwayne navigate black college life on A Different World, I was sad to see him as Flavor <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_10">Flav's</span> sidekick.</div><br /><br /><div></div><a href="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2356/2438665804_cc925a6a58_o.jpg"><img style="WIDTH: 500px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 605px" alt="" src="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2356/2438665804_cc925a6a58_o.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div><a href="http://www.vibe.com/galleries/images/2008/04/underoneroof-3.jpg"><span style="font-size:78%;">Pic Source </span></a><span style="font-size:78%;">- <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_11">Flav</span></span></div><div><span style="font-size:78%;"><a href="http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2356/2438665804_cc925a6a58_o.jpg">Pic Source</a> - <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_12">Hardison</span></span></div></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8383671077562439733-5494216463848483836?l=chicasinthecity.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>TravelDivahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06049148613958366344noreply@blogger.com5