Blogging While Lazy

I know I've been slacking with the posts, but I'm on vacation and I just can't bring myself to do much right now. I'm resting. So, here's another lovely song. Maybe you've heard it already. Maybe not. Just thought I would share since this tune makes me so doggone happy for some reason. Speaking of "happy", have a HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! Yeah, I probably won't post until like a week or so into the '09....

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Totally Random: Black Gold of the Sun

I don't know why this song popped into my head today. A former dance instructor used to give our warm up to this tune every week; It put me in a bit of a trance, and I loved it. I know that sounds strange, but if you only knew how hard it is to free my mind of obligations, worries, and other junk, you...

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Merry Christmas!

This year, I thought I would share some of my favorite holiday music. I don't care much for traditional carols. *Jingle Bells Jingle Bells zzzzzzzzz* No thanks Give me gospel songs or upbeat secular Christmas songs instead. Around Christmas time, I generally listen to the same gospel and/or spiritual...

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All I Want For Christmas

Even though I'm a big girl now, my Christmas list today would likely be longer than it was as a kid. Clothes, accessories, shoes, music, movies, books, home goods, personal safety - the list of adult wants and needs are endless it seems. So, instead of directing you to one of my many wishlists, I figured...

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I came across this cool experimental vid today.Info on the ArtistThe song: "Sunworshipper", MyloPLAYITA from srge on Vim...

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Snowbirds

Here are some pix from my Miami trip. It was rather chilly the first day and I was missing my boots and heavy jacket, but by the next day, the weather improved. It was nice to get some sunshine in, if only for a short while. Enjoy (Please do not copy or distribute photos without permission of the photographers: myself and T. Brown. One of us is quite litigious.) TEMPTED TO TOUCH - Rupee So I wasted...

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took a much needed (albeit short) vacation...and my mind is still there...will update soon...

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Couple Waits for First Kiss

Good for them! (talk about willpower) "Claudaniel, 30, and Melody, 28, had pledged to be abstinent before marriage -- but went a little further by agreeing not to kiss each other on the lips before their union was officia...

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Good Morning!

Ahhh, holidays are so lovely. I feel somewhat refreshed after this Thanksgiving break. I hope you do too! Now, back to your regularly scheduled program...I'm always on the lookout for creative videos, especially after the onslaught of the diamonds and girls variety for so many years. Sure there were exceptions like Missy Elliott, who collaborated with directors like Hype Williams and Dave Meyers to...

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" 'Tis the Season to Give"

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Cooperative Living

Cool idea. I considered doing this way back when, but it never happened. It's great they can live together without killing each other.(click pho...

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Truffle Hunter?

This month's issue of Domino magazine featured an article on truffles - and I'm not talking the chocolate, bon bon variety. This story covered the overpriced fungus that apparently commands top dollar in the finest restaurants. I haven't and will likely never try them since they closely resemble dung...

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Regarding Life

I was out and about picking up gifts for my expecting friend this weekend when I came across some beautiful cards by Regarding Life (Re:Life). They were so striking that I just had to pick one up and buy it for my collection of lovely things.I adore the artwork, especially the collage look and photography,...

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Green Things

Last weekend, I ventured out to D.C.'s Green Festival. I didn't get to purchase as much as I would have liked - thanks to nonexistent, overpriced parking, an entry fee, and overpriced food inside (yes I'm complaining). I mean I know it's best to take public transportation, walk, or bike to these things...

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And Now Back to Your Regularly Scheduled Program...

*Drool*Me likeyI want some!I am a hopeless chocolate fiend.Good morning.Gettin Up - Q-...

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Obama U Street Celebration - Pt. 2

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Obama U Street Celebration - Pt. I

I normally wouldn't blog about politics here since I'm generally leery of all politicians, and political discussions tend to get me riled up in an ugly way. And since Magazines & Chocolate is supposed to be my happy place, the two wouldn't usually mix.That being said, I am excited yet cautiously optimistic about our first Black President of the United States and could not resist the urge to drive...

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I stood in line for 2 hours and 15 minutes (in the rain and cold air) to cast my vote this morning, and all I got was this lousy sticker!Hopefully, we'll get a new and improved President out of the deal. :o)This photo was taken with my cell phone so the little "I Voted" sticker isn't really clear....

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Cool Blog

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Bleeding Vampire Cupcakes

Mmmmmmmm!Source: The Stor...

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Eye Candy!

I've found yet another website to keep me online at ungodly hours - we heart it - an online visual bookmarking tool.I. am. so. hooked. Check it out...with caution. Some of the images on the randomized "hearted by everyone" page are NSFW until you get an account (it's free) and set up safe viewing. You...

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Dose of Inspiration: Crafty Chica

I have Strength to thank for finding this wonderful post by the Crafty Chica, Kathy Cano-Murillo. It really spoke to me (and I heart her pimped-out glue gun).(click ima...

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And for your listening pleasure today:j*davey I love this song. The vid, however, may fall under the NSFW category. You be the jud...

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Marinate on That

I need to tell myself sometim...

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Dr. Marya Rocks

source: ymib, curr...

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Henna Party!

In preparation for my friend Lez's gorgeous wedding last weekend, her über creative bridesmaid friend, Katy, threw a henna bachelorette party. I've been dying to try Mehndi for some time now so I couldn't wait! It was fun catching up and munching on homemade samosas (and other assorted treats) while...

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