“I know how to fight!” “I can take a lot of punches and still keep going,” she says. “I’ve been trained like a boxer to go 15 rounds.”
Archive for February, 2012
Quote of a Lifetime
Feb 29
I went to the show last night at the Highline Ballroom with DJ Sharee and it was amazing. ?uest Love warmed up the crowd with a medley of hot original head-boppin’ tracks. Then the show began and completely hypnotized the crowd with a raw fusion of Jazz, R&B, Soul and Hip-Hop. I am so inspired right now.
Casey Benjamin killing it on Sax and Vocoder. Amazing!
The regal and demure Chrisette Michelle left the crowd awestruck with her amazing scatting ability. Her voice was like silk…soothing and beautiful.
Yasiin Bey came out with his fire engine red mic and rocked the house. He even blessed the crowd with “Umi Says”.
The lovely Miss Lalah Hathaway blessed the crowd with he sultry and soulful vocals. She was so graceful and demure. So sweet.
Bilal and Lalah sang the most beautiful together towards the end of the night.
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Beauty
Feb 28
Beauty
Feb 28
Moments
Feb 28
My other lil God-Daughter, Nya and her fab Mommy, My best friend KDN…All dolled up for the Oscars. I LOVE this pic. The perfect mother-daughter moment.
Quote of a Lifetime
Feb 28
“There’s always a way to fix a broken heart. But it has to start with me first. Resentment is an awful thing to have. And I believe that people can grow…So if someone decides they’re in a better place to be better to my heart, than sure, he can fix it.”
Fro-Lovely
Feb 28
My lil God-Daughter Maddie (Madison). Such a beauty. Melts my heart every time.
New York, New York
Feb 28
Ah….it’s a complex relationship between me & NYC. It’s my home…I enjoy it….sometimes I can’t stand it…but I do love it. Sigh!
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Shoetastic
Feb 28
Moments
Feb 28
Quote of a Lifetime
Feb 28
Baduism
Feb 28
STYLE
Feb 28
Moments
Feb 28
Can’t go wrong with that level of support!
In Memoriam
Feb 27
Found this pic on one of my fave blog sites. It was so touching, I had to re-post. It seems like being exceptional or outstanding in life is a sacrifice. I’m sad that we have lost these amazing icons too soon.
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STYLE
Feb 27
Hold On
Feb 27
Moments
Feb 27
Patti
Feb 27
Fierce
Feb 27
[Source: Baduism
Feb 27
Rae’s Oscar Fashion Fix
Feb 26
There were so many wonderful looks on the red carpet tonight but I wanted to keep this short and sweet. Below are my faves. 
Viola Davis captivated me with this look. The most beautiful accessory to this gown is that natural cropped hairdo. You can really see her natural beauty and the color is so flattering with her complexion and that green dress.
Jennifer Lopez is a vision in this gown. She looks elegant, young and sexy. You have to be fit and fearless to rock this and she oozes a level of confidence that is hypnotizing. #WOW
Emma Stone looks beautiful, regal and elegant in this gown. The color and design is so dainty.
Milla Jovovich is giving it to us with this regal, elegant look. If you are not convinced by the dress…just look into her eyes. #OW
Beauty
Feb 26
STYLE
Feb 26
Moments
Feb 26
Nina Simone – Suzanne
Feb 25
This performance captivated me. I found this clip on one of my fave blog sites. I think that there is something so powerful about Nina’s presence. She is so fierce…and it draws you in. It’s bigger than just the power of her voice and her talent. It’s her power in general. That is what I admire most about musical artists. I think that is the difference between being a good artist and a great one…the difference between you telling people you are the real deal….and you just simply keeping it real…or your audience feeling realness from you.
Moments
Feb 25
Me and my homegirl Sukyun in the Vill last night.
Baby Boogaloo
Feb 25
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New York
Feb 25
Reminds me of my view of NYC from NJ when I can actually find my way back. LOL! Been lost too many times but when I see that skyline….I’m at ease…don’t trip though…I’ll be the one driving at a steady 45 mph on that Turnpike….ow! Just go on around hommie. LOL!
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Maxwell
Feb 25
My all time fave male artist. I’ve seen him 3 times live.
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Black
Feb 25
Hold Fast, Stay True
Feb 25
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Run!
Feb 25
Whatchu waitin’ on hugh?!?! I’m feelin’ so free right now. #lovinglife
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Sparkle
Feb 25
STYLE
Feb 24
STYLE
Feb 23
These ladies are STUNNING in white. I must say…Viola Davis looks breathtaking rockin’ her natural hair. I hope she reproduces this look for the Oscars.
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Power
Feb 23
Boss Fab
Feb 23
Love
Feb 23
Nina Simone, 1965
Feb 23
Can’t Stop My Shine
Feb 22
Style
Feb 22
Quote of a Lifetime
Feb 22
LOVE LOVE LOVE!
Preseident Fab
Feb 22
Somebody sign my Pres.! LOL!
Dearest Whitney
Feb 22
Shoetastic
Feb 21
Shoetastic
Feb 21
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Exhale
Feb 21
Shoetastic
Feb 21
Shoetastic
Feb 21
Smokey
Feb 20
Whitney
Feb 20
Style
Feb 20
Quote of a Lifetime
Feb 20
Nina Simone
Feb 20
Heart
Feb 19
Quote of a Lifetime
Feb 19
This message was so poignant! It really touched me down to the core as I’m sure it did so many others. So beautiful and poetic. So real.
Moments
Feb 19
Love these pics!
India Irie.
Marsha Ambrosius.
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Black History
Feb 19
Shirley Chisholm was the first African American woman elected to the House of Representatives in 1968, she represented the state of New York.
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Moments
Feb 19
Quote of a Lifetime
Feb 19
Beyonce
Feb 19
Attitude Fab
Feb 19
Moments
Feb 19
LOL
Feb 19
Quote of a Lifetime
Feb 19
Love this!
Whitney Elizabeth Houston
Feb 18
Whitney
Feb 18
Beautiful
Feb 18
So touching!
Send Me An Angel
Feb 18
:’)
Shoetastic
Feb 18
Shoetastic
Feb 18
Black History
Feb 18
Harriet Tubman at her home in Auburn, NY in 1911.
Black History
Feb 18
Dorothy Counts being mocked by an entirely white audience on enrollment day at Harding High School. September 4th, 1957.
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Moments
Feb 18
Fear Is A Liar
Feb 18
M.I.A.
Feb 18
Style
Feb 18
Fro-Lovely
Feb 17
Quote of a Lifetime
Feb 17
Whatever
Feb 17
Show Me, Don’t Tell Me
Feb 17
It’s A Bling Thing
Feb 17
Baduism
Feb 17
Pres. & First Lady Fab
Feb 17
Whitney Houston Barbie
Feb 17
inspired by her music video “I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)”
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Whitney
Feb 17
Shoetastic
Feb 16
Moments
Feb 15
Grammy Week 2012 was a unique and exciting experience for me. If you read my blog, you know that I am a fan of fashion, accessories and style. This was my opportunity to have a little fun with it. I have put together a mini Fashion Fix documenting my personal style for the various events that I was fortunate to attend. Enjoy and let me know what you think.
Event: Essence Magazine’s Black Women In Music Event Honoring Sylvia Rhone & Kelly Rowland.
Look Details: Dress – Rachel Roy, Shoes – Steve Madden patent leather nudes, Clutch – Forever 21, Earrings – Flea Market find.
Event – Belvedere RED Event feat. Mary J. Blige.
Look Details: Blazer – BeBe, Cropped Bustier – Urbanoutfitters, Pencil Skirt – Joyce Leslie, Stilettos – Zara, Tassel Earrings – H&M, Feathered Clutch – Borrowed from Bozoma.
Event: Pepsi “We <3 Pop” Event.
Look Details: Dress – Rachel Roy, Gold Belt – I bought this belt while I was on tour with Sister Sledge at a Moroccan Flea Market, Gold Bangle – H&M. Sidenote: the wall paper is vertical because they were in the middle of breakdown when I hurried to take this pic…LOL!
Event: Music Cares 2012 “Person of the Year” Gala honoring Sir Paul McCartney/Featuring: Alicia Keys, Coldplay, Norah Jones, Foo Fighters, Tony Bennett, Alison Krauss, Dianna Krall, James Taylor, Eddie Izzard, Duane Eddy & Katy Perry.
Look Details: Dress – H&M, Suede Stilettos – Steve Madden, Tie-Die Clutch – Urbanoutfitters, Silver Belt: Zara, Bracelet: Kohls X-Mas gift from my close friend’s Mom, Tassel Earrings – H&M.
Events: ASCAP Brunch at The Sunset Tower Hotel in LA & Grammy Red Carpet & Backstage Tour @ The Staples Center.
Look Details: Fitted Blazer – BeBe, White Tank – H&M, African Print Skirt – 344, Sandals – You can’t see them but I am wearing gold thongs by Steve Madden.
Event: The 2012 Grammy Awards Show Ceremony/Staples Center, LA.
Look Details: Jumpsuit – BeBe, Tie-Die Clutch – Urbanoutfitters, Peep-Toe Stilettos – Cole Haan, Earrings – gold hoops from Claire’s.
Fro-Lovely – Style
Feb 15
Shoetastic
Feb 15
Moments
Feb 15
Moments
Feb 15
It Is What It Is
Feb 15
MEAN
Feb 15
LOVE LOVE LOVE the lyrics and the message of this song.
Quote of a Lifetime
Feb 15
#SPEAKONIT
