In 2011

People need to stop telling me I'm hating on them.

Leave that shit in 2010, I'm tired of it. For ex. if you are a RAPPER & you release a song and I say the song is not good.. HOW does that make me a hater. I don't rap so it could be impossible that I'm hating on you... did you ever think that maybe that the song really isn't good.. Like stop it 5. Next time someone says something you don't want to hear instead of calling them a hater.. reflect on it & maybe you will see for yourself it could use some improvement

Babymother's need to leave the drama alone with men & focus on their child.

Honestly, Young mothers always talk about how much they will do for their child but most of them put themselves in situations that don't benefit them or their child. Wise up. If not for yourself.. for your child.

People need to stop bragging about what they have.

No one cares. Noone is hating. If you have it & someone cares.. they will acknowlegde it for what it really is. And this goes for the amount of money you are "getting".. your name brand clothes and all that nonsense.

Not everyone is a fashionista, a hipster or a trendsetter

Toronto. Stop It. Just cause you shop at a likkle H&M or put a whole much of random things together.. doesn't make you trendy.

Rapping. Modeling & Promoting..

are not the only things you can do in Toronto - Stop the nonsense

lol And I think I covered everything I feel should stop in 2011...If it applies then iunno.. switch up di ting & if it doesnt that keep doing you.. Yuh largee.

Happy Holidays.

Happy Holidays from the TDB family to yours. Enjoy Responsibly. We love ya'll.


Special shoutoutt to YFF. S&R.Co. TNV family.ROS. Steven Taylor. JimE Rush

Cliche.

A lasting relationship, not based on ownership
I trust every part of you, cause all that I... All that you say you do
You love me despite myself, sometimes I fight myself
I just can't believe that you, would have anything to do
With someone so insecure, someone so immature
Oh you inspire me, to be the higher me
You made my desire pure, you made my desire pure
Just tell me what to say, I can't find the words to say.

Peace Of Mind - Lauryn Hill

I don't care who you are, I don't care how much you deny this
& I don't care how cliche it sounds
everyone longs to feel such a love,
a love so unconditional that it makes you appreciate life
Male or Female.

Hair Care: Stretching & Winter Hair Care.

Winter is here and why not talk about about stretching and some tips to promote healthy hair?


For those of you that may be new to the hair care world or are just starting a new hair care journey of your own, "stretching" is a term used to describe prolonging the length of time between relaxers. For instance, if I usually relaxed my hair every 3 months, I may decide to stretch for 6 months instead. Benefits? Stretching decreases the chances of over-processing the already relaxed strands in your hair. We all know when you relax your hair you're supposed to only place the relaxer on the new growth. This can be difficult if the new growth is very small. However, when you stretch you are left with lots of new growth to relax and there is a clear distinction between the new growth and the relaxed hair. It is important to not over-process your hair (relax strands that have already been relaxed) because your hair can become extremely thin and damaged.

If you plan on stretching your hair, it's very important to take special care of your hair. The hair an become very fragile at the line of demarcation. The line of demarcation is the line that separates the new growth from the relaxed ends; where the two textures meet. To protect this line it is important to keep the new growth moisturized as well as the relaxed strands.
WINTER HAIR TIPS


My tips from my last winter hair care tips apply but hey I'll remind you!

1. Condition, condition, condition! Colder, dryer hair, means dryer strands. Protect your strands and increase your conditioning treatments. Make sure you're using moisturizing products like Nexxus Phyto Organics Humectin or Elasta QP DPR11 to name a few.

2. Moisturize and seal your strands at least once a day; for those who have drier strands, you can do this twice a day if you like.

3. Incorporate protective hairstyles into your life! Buns, curly dos, weaves, and braids are just a few protective hairstyle that will keep your ends hidden and off of your shoulders to prevent split ends.

4. For those that experience heavy dandruff during the winter months, hot oil treatments can be a remedy for this. Also simply oiling your scalp LIGHTLY can help. If you are consistently oiling your scalp make sure to wash your hair at least once a week to avoid build up.

Okay these are just a few tips for the winter. Hopefully they can help someone out.

Cheers.

Let's play the blame game...

I love you, more.

Things used to be, now they not
Anything but us is who we are
Disguising ourselves as secret lovers
We've become public enemies
We walk away like strangers in the street
Gone for eternity
We erased one another
So far from where we came
With so much of everything, how do we leave with nothing
Lack of visual empathy equates the meaning of L-O-V-E
Hatred and attitude tear us entirely

- Mr. West



Oh yeah motherfuckers - Yeeeezy Taught Me =)

Always Be My Baby ..

Love Still Hurts.

No matter how many times your heart has been broken.

The pain always brand feels new.

Whether it be by the same person, a new flame, an old flame.

Such a pain you never get use to.

& you think to yourself why do I keep putting myself in the same predicament..

you think to yourself is it cause you thought your heart could never ache again.

You think this time will be different.

this time the risk you are taking will be all worth it

until the tears surface & than you realize..

love still hurts.

My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy Decoded..

This is like art to me. I don't give a flying a fuck what anyone says.

Kanye paints pictures with his music. Jay-Z paints beautiful pictures with his words.

No Boys Allowed.

Some photos from the artwork for Keri Hilson's No Boys Allowed CD.
Love it.

Brandy: Upscale Mag.

Brandy is on the Novermber 2010 cover of Upscale Magazine! I don't read this mag but she looks good so heeeeeey. Inside she talks about her new album, her baby father,

Dancing with the Stars, and more. Here are some photos

from her shoot...

I just had to post these photos because I love Brandy and she looks

so good! Love her.

#TwitterTalk

.. So Selfishly .. You can only show feelings when you feel yours in jeopardy
Time has changed & I'm no longer willing
You should see how my heart is bleeding..


Loving you no more.
I just
I can't
I just can't be
Love you no more.
I love you more than I love myself..

Can't Be Friends

And if I knew it end like this

I never would have kissed you

‘Cause I fell in love with you

We never would’ve kicked it

‘Cause now everything’s different

I lost my only lover and my friend

That’s why I wished we never did it

#Tune

( via. dreamingincolorrr.tumblr.com)

#TwitterTalk

".. 2 people who judge. If u worked on (your)self u wouldn't even see me."

- Monica
*R&B's new bride to be*
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Gimme. Gimme.

The ones that can change your mood in an instant.
Pretty clothes can always give me that
giddy feeling. -sigh-

A collage I made that makes me happy lol.

Star-Cross'd Lovers

"... I defy you stars!"
- Romeo
*Romeo & Juliet: Act 5, Scene 1-2*

Screaming against the fate that he believes is thwarting his desires...

#ThisIsHowIFeel..

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The Cutest.

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Now Introducing: Cream of Nature Argan Oil Line.

This couldn't have come at a better time. So remember I did a post about the ever so popular argan oil infused in the Moroccan Oil products and how expensive it is? Well now Cream of Nature has released a new line containing certified organic argan oil for a very affordable price apparently. The new line includes: an Intensive Conditioning Treatment, Replenishing Sheen Spray, Gloss & Shine Polisher and Gloss & Shine Mist.

There have already been rave reviews about the Intensive Conditioning Treatment on hair forums across the net. It's being said that it gives great slip (comb glides through strands easily), shine and softness even after it has been rinsed out. The conditioner is available in packets at the moment for about 1.50-2.00 a pack. Unfortunately it isn't available in a bottle at the moment, but I'm sure with all this hype it will be available soon!

These products are available online and in some local beauty supply stores. I haven't checked my local beauty supply store yet but I will soon!


For more info: visit http://www.facebook.com/CremeOfNaturePRO or http://cremeofnature.typepad.com/blog/

Isn't It Ironic...

BLUE

You give your love and friendship unconditionally. You enjoy long, thoughtful conversations rich in philosophy and spirituality. You are very loyal and intuitive.

Find out your color at QuizMeme.com!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!

Happy Thanksgiving from us to you!

Get that turkey homies.

Hair Topic Request: Moroccan Oil.

Okay so I was at the beauty supply store today and I ran into a friend that requested a post on Moroccan Oil. I've been a little interested in the oil myself so I did some research. Shout out to Ameena! This is my first request; yaaaaaaaaaay =)

There's been some hype in the beauty world about Moroccan oil and here's the deal. It's formulated by the company "MOROCCANOIL®", and it's basically a combination of Argan oil and other ingredients. These are the exact ingredients in case you're interested:Cyclopentasiloxane, Dimethicone, Cyclomethicone, Butylphenyl, MethylPropional, Argania Spinoza Kernal Oil (Aragan Oil), Linseed (Linum Usitatissimum) Extract, Fragrance Supplement, D&C Yellow-11, D&C Red-17, Coumarin, Benzyl Benzoate, Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

So what is Argan oil exactly? It's one of the rarest oils in the world and it comes from the kernels of the Argan tree; this oil is unique to Morocco. So just to be clear, Moroccan Oil is a formulated by a company, meaning it's not a pure essential oil. The main ingredient is Argan oil. What's the claim to fame? MOROCCANOIL®claims their oil restores the elasticity in your hair, infuses shine, protects from environmental factors (i.e. wind, sun damage, etc.), and reduces drying time. This sounds lovely but I decided to read about it in a few reviews and forums to get a general sense of the public opinion. Quite honestly, a lot of people love it. Most seem to agree that it reduces drying time and that it makes the hair extremely soft. The thing about this product is, it apparently isn't greasy at all and doesn't build up on the hair like most oils can. The company also makes different products with the oil such as treatments, moisturizers, shampoos, conditioners, etc.

Here are the negatives. It's quite pricey. It's about $40.00 for just 100ml. However, I've also read that a little goes a long way so you're not going to be pouring it all over the place. Also, some people have gone straight for the gold and bought pure Argan oil. The thing is, it's extremely hard to find and pricey since it's so rare. It also can cause some people to breakout if it is used on the skin.

My personal thoughts? I've never used the oil before but I say it's worth a shot to try it out. However, I don't know how reasonable it is to spend the money on a product that you may not plan to use forever. Then again it may last really long and replace other oils you may have. In case you want to try it out, this product is sold in many salons across Canada. I have seen it myself in Folino Hair Salon located in Yorkdale Mall. It's right beside the Rogers near the subway entrance. Hopefully one day I get to try it and maybe I'll do a review.



Cheers!

Google Me Baby ..

Arts for Children & Youth -

Make sure you check it out!

Fanmail - I Get Lonely Too.

I could really get to know you

Take my time to show you

Don't tell anybody what we do

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I get lonely too.

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Just like you - fanmail.

Stood like a Tower Higher & Higher Hello ..

I never really understood why so many media outlets decided to ban M.I.A's "Born Free" video. For months, I didn't even know she had a video after hearing the song constantly at work. Then yesterday at school I reached "Bodhi" (Enlightenment). The video speaks for itself. I know inquiring minds take a look ..


M.I.A - BORN FREE VIDEO OFFICIAL (real and explicit version)
Uploaded by elnino. - Music videos, artist interviews, concerts and more.

heheeee..

I, Elizabeth Aferi, KNOW all of "May & Koko's" answers to their 10 Different People.

I guess I just know my "FAM-LAY." Mine supposedly sounds like 3 people over and over again but its actually 10 different People. I purposely avoided people from My team because that would be too fucking easy. I stole the whole thing from Tumblr. I have a Tumblr but yeah.. I do not log into it too frequently. I have so many accounts for so many social networking sites, I can't remember them all -_- Anyways, it is 5am & I am VERY sick. Like disgustingly ILL (my first does of pencilin didn't work on me thats how bad it is) so I'm going to get my 8 hours of rest.

SEEK HAPPY NIGHTS TO HAPPY DAYS =)

10 Different Things You'd Say to 10 Different People.

1. Even though at times I can't stand you, I know you want the best for me and when the day comes when you're gone I don't know what I'd do. You had my unconditional love before I could even wipe my own ass.

2. You are less of a woman in my eyes and even though you hurt me I'd never want to be in your position. I don't feel sorry for you because you don't even feel sorry for yourself. Your apologies were never accepted.

3. I thought you were the one and nothing could go wrong--but God said no. What kind of fairytale would I have if I had stayed with you? That's not how God wanted my book to end and neither did I. It's a choice I'll never regret. Oh and when I said I forgave you, I LIED.

4. You guys will be around forever because I love you all too much. We're not like the other sets; this shit is real lol.

5. It has only been a few months but I've never met someone like you and I hope this feeling never changes. You somehow opened my heart back up.

6. I just hope you get to walk with me at my wedding because I can't see anyone else on this Earth giving me away. You have my unconditional love too.

7. I thought without a doubt that you'd be at my wedding and would get to see my kids. I still can't believe you were taken so soon. I love you with all my heart.

8. You deserve the world and you're a great person. I love you more than any other human could. I hope you never lose yourself for anyone else. I know you better than anyone else and you're phenomenal. =)

9. I used to think you were so mean , bossy, and quite frankly I hated your guts. Now we've grown to be quite a pair; you also have my unconditional love. However, I'm still putting a lock on my closet.

10. Oh little one. YOU'RE ANNOYING AS HELL. The day I get my own place I will rejoice. I got mad unconditional love for you too lol.

10 Different Things You Would Say to 10 Different People

10. You were always hating and trying to put me down - it's funny because I ended up getting the last laugh.

9. I love all of you guys - the older sisters I never had.

8. You are vindictive, selfish, controlling, manipulative, mix-up,immature, tacky, EVERYTHING I will never be.

7. lol, I actually pity you set of girls - going around prancing around thinking everyone wants to be like you. You bleach your skin, never leave your house without your lashes & slap on a lacefront.. you don't even want to be yourself so why the fuck do you think everyone wants to be like you?

6. You are a deadbeat worthless fool & please do not ever contact me again in your life.

5. I won't lie - I do think about how we would've been together but then I think about all the shit you put me through & I'm glad we are not. ( & I hope I don't let my emotions get the best of me & we continue to stay apart)

4. I love you more than you will ever know - I promise to listen to you more often.

3. LOL! Thanks for making YFF much more famous than we already were - You're stupid & your skin is dry #thatisall

2. I actually loved you once upon a time but you let "fame" & the fast lifestyle get to your head and you couldn't tell the truth if your life depended on it - I hope we can put our differences aside and become friends.

1. I wish you the best of luck - I can't wait to be an aunt.

10 Different Things You Would Say to 10 Different People

1. I always knew that you never had a mind of your own but I never thought it was to this extent. Its ok. Its the path you chose. Best of luck.

2. I still can't believe I won't be able to talk to you ever again.

3. As time passed, I realized I was in love with you and I didn't love you. If I did love you then I loved myself more. I know my worth and that's why the book is closed. Me > You. The End.

4. I'm happy that your selfish acts came to light. It made me look ten times better then you and it made me a stronger person. Thanks for being part of the cause of a broken heart.

5. You taught me so much. I will always remember for one thing, the Proverb "There is a time & place for everything."

6. Never in a million years did I think it would be this way. Unfortunately, that is life and we are on different pages of the book.

7. Your lies will catch up with you. I'm a bigger person so I let things go but not forget. It still goes in the books.

8. I want us to have a decent relationship before anything happens to you. I don't want to live in regret.

9. I don't want to marry your son.

10. "Save the best for last." Its always an emotional rollercoaster with you "but at the end of the day, you know what it is." One Day <3
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Because I'm a girl.

After years of procrastinating.. I have finally signed up for the "I'm a girl" campaign which basically focuses their energy to helping out girls around the world and making people aware of poverty going on in this world. If you haven't all noticed all bloggers on this site are ladies and privileged ones at that. I'm using this blog as an outlet to make people aware of all the things going in this world and this is just one of my ways to contribute to the community.. Look out for posts and ideas that I may have. To join .. feel free to sign up at http://plancanada.ca/Page.aspx?pid=2270

I'm a lady - Got my mind up.

Now won't you run and tell your boyfriend
Tell him don't hold his breath for me
I got some money I've been saving
some hearts that I've been breaking
I know one day..they goin' make a martyr out of me.

- Santogold.

On the Come Up...

Sooo one boring day I was scrolling through my bbm list and stumbled upon my homeboy Mannie's DP. It was of an old homeless dude wearing a cool shirt that I liked. I asked him about the shirt and he told me about Guilty Victims. Guilty Victims is a crew consisting of 4 dudes (Mannie, Emmanuel a.k.a 2 Bills, Adrian a.k.a Custom the Genius, and Noel a.k.a Nephew). So what's their mission or purpose right? They want to network and push out a brand that is influenced buy fashion, hip hop, music, and street art sub-culture with an intent to be an upcoming huge underground movement; and they do it all for the love of fashion, music, and art. Pretty dope huh?

They've recently done a photoshoot with 2 of their most popular prints. I asked Mannie about it and he had this to say:

"Dead Broke Clothing X Guilty Victim showcases its 2010 summer collection that features Charles Hankins and the beautiful Rose Flor M Lopez. The lookbook features two graphic tees that represent the culture and roots of Africa."

Here are just a few shots from the shoot peeps!

Want one? They're 25 a pop. && in case you're wondering T.I.A stands for "This Is Africa".

I got mine...thanks for the shirt Mannie!

Message From You ..

I hate the shit you do
but I still text you back
and say
"I Miss You Too."

#TwitterTalk

" The problem w/ emotions is only u know how u really feel. Someone can fake the funk & if they do it well, u won't know until ur in too deep...

Or they could be really good at repressing their feelings. They're feelin u, but won't let things get too heavy out of fear. We silly humans"


- @BobbyPen

$$$

Fuck NIGGAS!
Bitches too .. All I got is this money.
This will do.

#RealTalk
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Aint that some shit...

Everywhere I go infidelity seems to be topic of discussion. Ladies are sleeping with their friends significant others, Men are cheating on their girlfriends and etc. And in all honesty I don't blame the men well yeah.. they share some blame in this but ladies.. handle yourself better. I take it back, the word ladies shouldn't be used so loosely around here; Maties, homewreckers, sideline hoes & jumpoffs is more politically correct.

IF you know a man has a girlfriend - why would you put yourself in that predicament to destroy a relationship... encouraging dishonesty & irresponsibility on a mans part and you are also disrespecting another female who hasn't done anything to you. And I've heard every jumpoffs excuse.. 'Yeah, but if it wasn't going to be with me..it would be with someone else' or "By the time, I found out - It was too late.. I already fell in love with him'. If there are any females playing the part of a jumpoff.. I just want to inform you.. you will never really truly win & you will never really truly be happy.. lmao. I know that sounds harsh but it's the truth and the reason why I say that is because "If he will cheat WITH you - he will most likely cheat ON you" and if that doesn't really happen just know What goes around ./. comes around .. ALWAYS. It may not come in a way that you expect it to but somewhere down the line, Karma will have the last laugh. I'm not here to judge but I'm just stating facts and all readers know that too.

All I have to say is Women of the year 2010 & beyond please carry yourself with respect & dignity. You may not have to like another woman but respect her by allowing her to have what is hers.. her man.. if he is going to cheat - don't devalue yourself by being the girl he cheats with... #thatisall

- Shoutout to all the Alicia Keys & Gabrielle Union's of the world - unno LARGE. -_-
Oh yeah & to the boys making maties possible.. all I can say is "Boys will be boys"

Need You Now.

Picture perfect memories scattered all around the floor
reachin for the phone cause I cant fight it anymore
& I wonder if I ever cross your mind
cause it happens to me all the time.

- Lady Antebellum

A.M.M

"... I just needed time to do what I had to do. Caught in the life; I can't let it go. Whether that's right? I will never know.."

Aston Martin Music
#AllNight

- Story of Moi -

... Here goes nothing.

E.Aferi
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#UpAllNight

Why did someone's death have to make me think more about life?
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Reminiscing ..

Tell them I was happy
And my heart is broken
All my scars are open
Tell them what I hoped would be
Impossible, impossible
Impossible, impossible

I really liked a Youtube User's comment for this video:

omar30913
15 hours ago 28
This song reminds me of a quote by Lady Gaga:

"Some women choose to follow men,
and some women choose to follow their dreams.
If you're wondering which way to go,
remember that your career
will never wake up and tell you that it
doesn't love you anymore. "
-Lady GaGa

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Falling out of love is hard
Falling for betrayal is worst
Broken trust and broken hearts
I know, I know
Thinking all you need is there
Building faith on love is worst
Empty promises will wear
I know

.. That Was Last Year.
Now We #OnToTheNext.
Me > You.

SEE WE YA!

Cocoa & I @ Mama Pees for Ghanas 1st win.

Cocoa,Tina & I @ Get Sexy

Left to right cocoa,blue,LL,Tina&I

LL @ Get Sexy

Mee @ Get Sexy

Cocoa @ Get Sexy

Blue @ Get Sexy

Cocoa @ Firerama

LL @ Firerama

some of YFF&Co @ FY

Blue's 21st Birthday

- this isn't a fashion blog - its just been a while.. tryna show ya'll what we've been up to =) -

Updates.

I'm so friggin tired & we haven't blogged in a while so let me update you on what has happened.

YFF has once proved again that we are People's Choice - The most hated.
Blue has turned 21.
Our friend Sandra has graduated College.
Tupac Shakur's Birthday wasnt too long ago - Happy Belated Birthday.
My mouth gets me into trouble 98% of the time
People are fucking STUPID.
RIP Littles.
It's World Cup time again.. Ghana is the team we root for
GHA 1 - SER 0
GHA 1 - AUS 1
Lakers & Boston in the finals - Lakers took it.. #shoutout to Kobe '5 rings' Bryant.
Drake's album dropped - Thank Me Later. ( I love Unforgettable)
Happy Belated 1st Birthday to our princess Sabra A.
Happy Fathers Day to the fathers who deserve it.

anddd I think thats it... but I'll start bloggin more even if the two fools dont.

*Maybe it Maybelline.

Knock.Knock.

I have absolutely nothing important to say. I'm just showing you that we're still alive.
Just lazy as hell.




P.S: I want this bike. NOW.

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Oh and this ain't a #fashionblog. Just so ya know. -grin-

Just Bloggin'

have you ever felt like a song was made for you?
like as soon as it played, you felt it was played
for you & everything that is going.
Well Glee sure did bring back memories this past week
they remade two of my favourite songs & mixed it together
& I really felt like I was meant to hear it.

So this is how it goes.
Old Versions than the remix
Enjoy =)





The 5th Dimension - One Less Bell To Answer



Luther Vandross - A House is not a home



Glee Cast *Will Schuster & April Rhodes*
1 less bell to answer ./. a house is not a home.

1 less bell to answer, 1 less egg to fry
1 less man to pick up after
no more laughter. no more love.
...since he went away.
.
.
I'm not meant to live alone
turn this house into a home.
when I climb the stairs
& turn the key please
be there.

still.in.love.with.me.

& yes I'm aware of my old soul.

...

have you ever felt
it's the same shit
but
different people.
yeah.

- story of my life -

Go Hard - R.O.S

that good toronto music.

RIP Allen Benn.

I can't believe it's been 3 years already - God Bless Allen Benn & his family.

Good Friday.

Today is Good Friday - The day the God gave his only begotten son to die on the cross for our sins - What have you done for him?

The Story Of Us. 10506

It could all be so simple
But you'd rather make it hard
Loving you is like a battle
And we both end up with scars
Tell me, who I have to be
To get some reciprocity
No one loves you more than me
And no one ever will

Is this just a silly game
That forces you to act this way
Forces you to scream my name
Then pretend that you can't stay
Tell me, who I have to be
To get some reciprocity
No one loves you more than me
And no one ever will

No matter how I think we grow
You always seem to let me know
It ain't workin'
It ain't workin'
And when I try to walk away
You'd hurt yourself to make me stay
This is crazy

I keep letting you back in
How can I explain myself
As painful as this thing has been
I just can't be with no one else
See I know what we got to do
You let go and I'll let go too
'Cause no one's hurt me more than you
And no one ever will



Care for me, care for me
I know you care for me

There for me, there for me
Said you'd be there for me

Cry for me, cry for me
You said you'd die for me

Give to me, give to me
Why won't you live for me

I'm not too sure how we got here
but we both need to learn to let it go.

Life.

I want things to go my way
but as of lately a lot of things have been going sideways
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Verge of tears
frustration at its best
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but I'm still on the pursuit of happiness
.
I just wonder how long it will take to get there
S.I.G.H

#RIPBIG

REST IN HEAVENLY PEACE BIGGIE

H.A.P.P.Y

I swear I am.

I'm on the pursuit of happiness
I know that everything that shines aint always going to be gold
I'll be fine once I get it .. I'll be good.

I want the light.

There are times.. when you'll need someone..
I will be by your side, oh darling
There is a light, that shines,

special for you, and me..

Common - The Light


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Blue.

"..Some people recognize the light
BUT
Can't Handle the Glare .. "


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"...They say the end is near, it's important that we close..
.. to the most, HIGH
Regardless of what happen on him let's rely"

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"...It don't take a whole day
to recognize sunshine.."

xoxo.

This is it

Once upon a time.. I blogged about me doing a vlog about Sex, Relationships & Miscellaneous things but I couldn't find the title but every since we started the whole #twitterafterdark & #bbmafterdark - I found a name lol #afterDARK... and yes we will be talking about any and everything - no holding back.. so look out for that by the end of the month.. we might just do a WSW edition *sticksouttongue* lol

P.S shoutout to my Twitterfam & #bbmafterdark fam @FashieFabulous @EliiAK @CocoaBerrry @urswiftness @ENASTEE @theElitess @killa_lipstick @FreshPriiincess @KellsTheSavage - Follow up.. its worth it.

Oh Canada

On Feb 29th 2010 - Canada took the gold medal in Men's hockey over USA (sorraay for my American readers) but not only that but Canada broke ALOT of records.. the country with the most gold medals won on home soil and the country with the most gold medals for Winter Olympics and with that being said.. I am very proud.. ( I celebrated at metro in my bright red blazer..POW!). I love Canada & Toronto.

Classafied - Oh Canada
"I am Canadian"

- All the way "turnt" UP! -

*does dance*

Please do not mind me.. I have ALOT of things to blog on and the tittle has NOTHING to do with it - I'm really just feeling that track - OHHHHHH I can't wait til WSW but anywhoo the foolish begins now.. well after this post.. UGHH please dont mind me I'm bored

Pay It Forward..

I guess it's hard
for people who are so used to things the way they are
- even if they're bad -
to change.
'Cause they kind of give up.
And when they do,
everybody
kind of loses.

Scribble.

"IF WE DON’T DO WHAT YOU FEEL IS THE SHIT,
YOU BEAT US UP VERBALLY AND MENTALLY,
LIKE A CATHOLIC SCHOOL TEACHER
BEATING A CREATIVE STUDENT INTO SUBMISSION.
I CAN HEAR YOU SCREAMING
‘COLOR INSIDE THE LINES!!!’
WELL FUCK YOUR COLORING BOOK, COLOR BY NUMBERS APPROACH TO LIFE."

- Kanye West

#WhereTheyDoThatAt Part 1.

Sometimes I really do feel I do not live on the same planet with some of the people in this city of Toronto - like I'm on earth and they are on Mars. Our mentalities are far from being the same and really for the life of me I do not understand why let me start by touching on "young mothers". When you become a mother - you are responsible for another beings life.. I do not think these fucking girls understand that.. for example, you live by yourself and your on welfare & there is nothing wrong with that but your welfare check is $800 than your baby bonus for all 3 kids is about $200 each so each month your taking in about $1400 a month and your rent is only $200 but here you are with an eviction notice on your door... arf what the fuck are you doing with your free money - if you are not going to use it properly.. get the fuck off if it and give me back my tax dollars. There are alot of struggling mothers dying to get on subsidy and here you are abusing it like smh*.. Stop using the money for lacefronts and outfits to Steenie's parties and do what you gotta do for your kid to be taken care of.

And for mothers in Government every in friday, Metro every sunday and a party on or the mall on saturday in your skimpy outfits, dry lacewigs & poppin those bottles (give your child back his or her baby bonus)... who the fuck watches your child?! #justathought.. like come on ladies once in a while is okay but EVERY weekend *sideeye*.. wise up its 2010 now

- sigh* but what can I say its your prerogative - but dont try to hype on me if the things above apply cause I will draw your ass out... =)

Memories Made In The Closest Winter..

First and foremost, I would like to say, I Love Kanye.
I really do. From when I first heard him in "We Are The Champions" with the Roc-A-Fella Dream Team, as their producer, to "College Dropout" to now the newly evolved artistic artist in "808s & Heartbreak." I have 3 out of 4 of his CD's and I love each of them all but I really like this Kanye in "808's & Heartbreak." I love how he likes to incorporate art into his music and his videos. I love how recently he's been giving new directors a chance in his music videos and doing things out of the ordinary. It's really refreshing.. or maybe just refreshing to me. Can you blame me though? I'm a Design Student lol. I think that is why I am totally addicted to Kanye's Blog. He just recently launced a new website for his blog: www.kanyewest.com and I would imagine it being just as great.

Today I got to Kanye's new video, "Coldest Winter" from "808's & Heartbreak." Supposedly this song was written for his mother but I think its for Alexis. Maybe 'Ye will blog about so we'll truly know. This video is directed by Nabil, whom also directed, "Welcome to Heartbreak" & "Paranoid," & "White Lies" by Mr. Hudson (who features in Paranoid. I love his song "Supernova.") Nabil is also a photographer and has done shoots with Kanye. I think these two work well together. I thought this was their first time doing something together but after doing some research I found out that was not case. Nabil did Kanye's shoot for Billboard magazine and shot this picture that Cocoa had as her laptop background awhile back (don't ask how I remember). Enjoy the video =)

This bitch "May" or "Maybelline West" as she "calls" herself said I look like the girl in the video because my hair looks like that right now. Insult much.. ?

#ImJustSaying

So clearly I have a serious case of insomnia on my hands =S I went to sleep around 10pm and found myself up at 2am and once again at 4am. This sleeping pattern is doing me no justice, especially when I have to go to work. I have tried ABSOLUTELY everything. No music when I sleep anymore, phone is off. EVERYTHING. I just don't get it =( I JUST WANT AT LEAST SIX HOURS STRAIGHT OF SLEEP!!!!! IS THAT SO HARD TO ASK! Anyways, moving along, is it just me or no one blogs about #random (Yes, I used a "hashtag" - Life of a Twitter addict) things anymore. Its, clothes, clothes, clothes, music videos, clothes, clothes. Yes, I know we have music videos and CLOTHES on our blog but at times I feel like people will go to JustJared.Com, read his latest post and create a summarized version on their blog and post it #IMJUSTSAYING! "Basically, I'm Saying," *Busy Signal Voice* I don't feel like there is anymore originality in Blogs anymore. I miss reading about people's thoughts, opinions and daily lives. Not Jared's.
Anyways, before I go attempt to SLEEP once again so I could wake up at 9am and give the first Telus Mobility Customer Service Rep SHIT (Phone is $444 - Last bill combined w/. current bill - I paid over two bills #FuckYOUTELUS) I would like to say

Men are The New Woman & Insecurity KILLS!

BHM - The Spek-Won Experience.

In honor of Black History Month - I thought to myself why not blog about Toronto's very own rapper Spek-Won.( you know - before he blows up and forgets about the little people). If you've been living under a rock - we had his song "hip-life" playing in our little player - this is not someone to be slept on. This rexdale rapper is breaking barriers, setting trends and educating the world on the content of "Hip-life" & his Ghanaian heritage. Spek-Won started rapping at the age of nine, the rappers who influence this groundbreaking artist are Nas & Wu-Tang Clan. Below are a couple of questions I asked the upcoming rapper.

May:You have an old school rap vibe (which I lovee) in a society like today - how do keep that flow in tact?

Spek:Simple. I don't listen to anything new. I'd say 90% of the songs in my ipod are from before the year 2000. I don't get inspired by other artists now as often as I used to. Now a days I get more inspired my movies, books,or even speeches.

May:Do you think will be hard to grab the attention of people with your flow?

Spek: Naw not at all. Funny thing is a lot of the younger cats tell me that they think my style is new and fresh, when really it's just a style from before there time that's updated and translated.

May: Whats your latest cd or mixtape out and what are you working on and who have you worked with and who would you like to work with?

Spek:Right now I've got the Preemo Donna mix tape out and "Hip Life" is making noise all over the place. The next joint that I'm working on is called MG&R (Machine Gunz & Rozes), and it's CRAZY! I love what the city is saying right now. I'm surrounded by so much talent that I don't need to look anywhere else. I'm just working with my camp and associates like Erik Flowchild, Wolf J, Lord Quest, Rich Kidd, Tona, The OBGMs. Tdot is sayin it right now really.

Such a humble dude - if you haven't checked out any of his music check out him out on the links below




http://www.spekwon.com/ http://www.myspace.com/spekwonmusic

Facebook Group - The Spek-Won Experience.
Twitter - spekwon