Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Stronger with Each Tear
Dear Mary,
Mary I am soooooo sorry but, you miss the mark on this one. First off you are good for 2 maybe 3 fast tracks on one Cd but, you need to stick with the gut wrenching slow cuts that your #1 fan (Totally Tania) is use to. Why do you have 5 fast tracks and 3 mid-tempo's on a 12 track Cd?
I will give you credit because your first single "The One" was my ring tone for a long time. I love that song not much of a fan of the remix with Drake but I will deal with it. Then, you drop the second single "I am" nice song and it has a grown folk feel but just didn't feel like Mary to me. Don't get me wrong I don't want you to be drunk and high Mary but, damn you could at least be "Be without you" Mary.
Review...
Check out "Good Love" featuring T.I. and "I Feel Good" (Track 4 and 5 if you have the bootleg copy) LMAO! She ends the Cd with 4 slow songs one of which that features Trey Songz or as I call him (Fake ass R. Kelly) it is an OK cut that will do well on the radio. "Kitchen" is a funny cut "In The Morning is classic Mary and real fans will feel this one. The last rack "I Can See In Color" is a throw back to the Aretha's and Etta's of the world.
Back to my letter...
Overall Mary I give your Cd bootleg status. Real fan's will buy it and make copies for other people so those folks can have a complete Mary collection. Hit me with a few remixes in 2010 and I will re-review the Cd.
-Two Fingers.
Monday, December 21, 2009
Avatar
My week end was full of basket ball games, eating out, and movies. Now for the moment you all have been waiting on.
Cell phone off it is Movie time…
After a long day of basketball games Jordan and I decided to go catch a movie. We were racing to the theatre because we wanted to catch Avatar in 3-D. We whisked pass the other movie goers and went straight for our back row sits. Mainly because I just can’t see anymore and 3-D kills my visions but I love it.
We made it just in time for the previews (we love previews). No popcorn no soda because we were hitting up the Portillo’s afterwards. Wow, is all I could say. They went big with this one. Even the previews were in 3-D so save those glasses that they charge you for when you go see a movie in 3-D. Yes, they charged me $3 extra just because it was in 3-D (they bogus as hell for that one)! The movie was amazing; it was like chocolate cake for the eyeballs. If you are a Sci-fi geek or a gushy love story person this is the movie for you. Now I must warn you this movie is Titanic/Benjamin Button long. Yes, if you need to waste 3 hours go see it. If you love from another planet type films go see it. If you love the damn smurfs go see it because this flick is all about the blue people.
Lastly, if you think this movie is about the little dude with the arrow on his head you are going to be disappointed. He is no where to be found in this movie. I was about 1 hour 20 minutes into this film before I turned to ask Jordan where is the dude with the arrow on his head. He laughed and said momma that is a different movie.
I give this movie a matinee status so catch it first thing in the morning because once again it is long. It is a must see at the show in 3-D or IMAX because the bootleg copy will not do it justice.
Thursday, December 17, 2009
The Princess and the Frog
I recently went to the movies to see The Princess and the Frog. Before I clown the hell out of this movie I want to go on record saying "nice try Disney." OK, the lighting bug/fire fly stole the damn show. Dude was funny as hell but full of stereo types. This is suppose to be the first Black Princess movie and she was only a black princess for the last 5 minutes of the damn movie. She was a frog longer than she was a person. The sing was amazing but, I think they had maybe one to many songs. The movie actually could freak out a small child because of all the damn voodoo magic so before you take your little princess prepare for a squeeze or two. I give this movie a 3 out of 5 because of the damn lighting bug/fire fly. I want to believe in love like him.
Million Dollar Bill
OK y'all this is my new jam. Whitney your Cd is garbage but this is the jam. I think she went a little to spiritual for me so it was hard to give it a chance but Doug Banks and De-De would not stop playing this damn song so it grew on me. I am hooked and I want to give Alicia Keys props for this one. You should have kept it for you own album which I heard was hot garbage.
What is up with these artist dropping entire Cd's knowing they should be dropping a single instead. Mary J. show them how it's done. She drops December 22, 2009. No need to run out and buy it for me as a stockin stuffer. I will have it by noon on 12/22.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Where have I been?
The Coat...
Yes, I did cave-in and I finally bought my son a coat that fits. It is a very nice coat and we both agreed on it instantly. I also beat the snow and found him some great North face boots size 12 yes I said 12. I promise to take picture of the new coat to post on the site soon. I did take back the too little ass coat he bought from Target. I had no receipt and of course he had popped the tags so I only got store credit. Don't tell him but I bought some laundry detergent and other household items with that $20 bucks.
The Birthday...
Yes I had a Birthday November 28th and I have officially stop aging. This was my last birthday and I am going to love 34 for another 10 years at least. The adventure on my birthday was not that Grambling State put the beat down on Southern 31-13, it wasn't even the skate party I had (no one was hurt) but, it was renewing my license. That morning I got up early and went to the DMV; why they tell me I had to take the written test. You could imagine my shock. The funny thing is that my ass almost failed the test. You are only allowed 7 errors and I had 6 LMAO! I need my license so I let out a big "Thank ya Jesus" right in the middle of the DMV.
I just want to put it out there that I recently saw New Moon. You know the vampire/twilight flick that all the kids are crazy about. I want to go on record as saying I am on Team Jacob. That boy is beyond sexy. He is a werewolf but he can get it OooooooWeeeeee. Edward that vampire dude is pasty grey and skinny I don’t know what people see in him. Let me know who you rolling with.
Music...
That Melanie Fiona that I waited on most of summer is straight garbage. The hottest tracks have already been released so don't do it. It ain't even worth the blank. However my boy Mr. Robert Kelly has done it again. That boy is a genius and ya'll sleep if you ain't got that new CD. I play all 15 tracks no skips. That is a nice stocking stuffer so get on it. I am waiting to here Chris Brown CD I will keep you posted. Don't forget my girl Mary J. Blige drops on December 22 but I am sure I will have it early and my reviews will be positive.
Christmas...
Ok, most of you know I am not in the mood this year and that I am only worried about a gift for my son. I got him sowed up for Christmas so my message to ya'll is please don't put yourself in credit card debt trying buy for folks. Ain't nobody got no damn money so just say I love you and give hugs, pictures, mix Cd's you know shit you can make or give for free. I will chat with you before the holiday but for know two fingers!
-Totally Tania
Monday, November 9, 2009
Prayer Works...
(Monday Morning)
I came in to work this morning and walked into $250 bucks. Yes I said $250 bucks. I won the football pool (2 quarters). You will never understand how much I needed that money.
(Sunday Night)
Last night before I laid my head to rest I picked up my bible and read Matthew 7:7 (twice) and then I said a short prayer basically for personally growth and God heard that prayer and delivered hence the $250 that I didn’t even realize I had won.
(Sunday Afternoon)
The weather could not have been better on a November day in Chicago. My son “The Future” played in his second play-off game for the Lombard Falcons and he played very well both sides of the ball. They lost but they had a great season. Any time you make the post season is a great season. We celebrated with sloppy joe’s and a nap. We ended the afternoon watching Norbit. Why ya’ll didn’t tell me that movie was funny as hell. I saw it a long time ago but the revisit had me on the floor. Classic line “I’ll show you how a bitch go down a slide.” LMAO!
(Saturday)
I woke up with Precious on the mind. I picked up my girl Tasha Hope and we hit up Golden Nugget for breakfast. I had not had Golden Nugget since a late night on my way home from Cliff Livington’s Rivera night club in 1993. Why did we have to drive clear across the city to go see it I will never know (they bogus for that limited release shit). Any who the movie was amazing but, let me tell you about the previews we saw. They showed about 10 damn previews and only ONE actually matched the film we were there to see. Did you know Tyler Perry was making a “Why did I get Married too? I didn’t but it looks good. Now back to the movie… Precious was very well done Monique should get a standing O for her performance. Someone somewhere is living that story and it is very sad. Later that day my son lost his mind and I found myself standing over him ready to do the “Black Momma” and drop a T.V. on his ass but, I stop because I don’t want to be in Precious Part 2 “A boy’s tale”.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Precious
Stay tuned for my review. I promise to have it posted by noon Saturday November 7, 2009.
The suggestion box is open…
My birthday is coming (Sagittarius in the house). We are such a classy group; loving, fun and classy. LMAO! I have to reflect back on the last 33 years of life and make a decision on how to celebrate. So, I am looking for suggestion. Help a sister out with this one. I kind of want to have a throw back skate party; then I kind of want to have a football party because my B-Day falls on the Bayou Classic.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
The Music in Me…
Like I said the music in me is alive and my theme song right now is Jay-Z “Already Home” just listen to the hook:
Oh they want me to fall (Fall) Fall from the top (Top) They want me to drop (Drop) They want me to stop (Stop) They want me to go (Go) I’m already gone (Already) The shit that I’m on (Hey) I’m already home (Hey, I’m already home yeah).
Now that is a hook and those of you close to me know exactly why that is my new favorite song. I have had plenty of theme songs and people close to me understand that I have at least 100 favorite songs. Mary J. Blige’s “No more Drama” “Just Fine” “The One” makes me ask is this chick following me because she hits what’s going on in my life every time she drops a single. Did you get it “My Life”? For the slow people that is the name of MJB’s sophomore album that will never be top by anyone in my book.
Now I ask do you have a theme song? What song would be track one to the sound track to your life?
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
THIS IS IT
Michael pops up on the stage and the music to "Wanna be starting something" begins to play. I instantly went into Totally Tania mode (whoop, whoop). The concert was funny, exciting, breath taking, and very entertaining. Mike commanded the stage even in rehearsals. He was forceful with his direction but boy could you tell when he was feeling it. I don't want to mess the movie up for anyone but the Man turned "Billie Jean", "Human Nature", "Thriller", and all of the Jackson 5 songs OUT! There was a moment when he song "got to be there" and my momma felt it. She started singing and swaying but nothing was better then my son singing "Earth Song" and "The way she making me feel".
My favorite part is split between MJ singing and dancing to "Smooth Criminal" him letting loose on "Beat It" and of course my all time favorite "Billie Jean." It was just that good. As well all know this concert will never be seen the way MJ visioned it but boy was his rehearsals amazing. He was a true entertainer and a man of music. If you are a fan this is a must see. If you didn't think MJ still had it this is a must see. I give this film 5 Thriller Jackets and a Beat It glove.
RIP - King of Pop
24 Hours
Soon we will all be driving home in the dark because time is falling back. Make sure you change your clocks and I mean all of them. If I get in your damn car in January and you still on September time I am going to have something to say. LMAO! I hate that. While I am speaking of car clocks why do we have our clocks in the car or on the microwave at the crib set at least 5 mins fast? Some of ya’ll ridiculous and have they set 15 mins fast. Once you do that you automatically lose that time because you know you have it. I must admit I do to.
OoooooooooooooWeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
It is all about Michael Jackson for me tonight. I will be front row center at the York Town movie theater at 8 pm tonight. I can’t wait to see MJ do his thang. I am bouncing off the wall get it “Off the Wall.” Stay tuned for my post tomorrow it is Totally dedicated to MJ “This is it.”
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Just got paid
I was chatting with my sister-in-law earlier on Facebook and she sent me a link of Johnny Kemp’s “Just got paid” that was a jam back in the day. I still jam to the song when I hear it. As a matter of fact I am going to download that song tonight. It would be great if Chris Brown remade this with the auto-tune in the back. Whoa! That would get any party started. President Obama should pass a law the every employer has to play this song on payday to just start the economy to get people to spend some money. What other song do you think could be remade and hit the charts hard? That song reminds me of my auntie begging me to teach her to latest dances before she hit the club. Wow the memories.
Lastly, I heard that the recession is off! No the hell it ain’t! I am just really starting to fill the pain.
Friday, October 16, 2009
Singing
I woke up this morning ready to sing. I can’t sing but wow am I ready to take center stage and give a show. My momma says that only happy people sing and she is right. The last few days have been hard but today I am singing. I can sing because I was able to get some things off my mind and chest and now I can rest. If you stand up for yourself you will fall for nothing. I had to have both of my parents give a “you a champ” speech to make me realize that I was not raised to walk with my tail between my legs and surrender defeat. I am a strong person by blood-line so act like it. Yes, my mom and dad gave me the same advice so I had to take it because that doesn’t happen often. I was walking around with self-doubt not recognizing my worth but today I am singing and right now Mary J. Blige’s “Be Happy” is number one on my play list.
-Two Fingers (Peace)
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
WTH
The Adventure…
My son and I went looking for a winter coat for him recently and he surprised me. He did not want an expensive coat he just wanted a coat that fit. We went the Burlington Coat Factory of course and searched the aisles. Every coat I picked up had a name on it like I am really a label head and every coat he picked up was simple. I finally gave up looking for a designer coat that he could actually fit and I just let him search. We didn’t find a thing. Our next trip was to one of my favorite stores Target. He ran in ahead of me like he normally does and he found a coat that fit. I want to apologize to everyone that I may offend ahead of time on how I describe this coat. This coat looks like something that a retarded child that rides the short bus with blind parents would wear. It is puffy with a hood and two tones in grey and bright ass red. The kicker is it cost $20 and it looks like it cost $20. Money is tight but damn I don’t want my child to look thrown away. He bought it with his own money and not even 2 weeks later he is shame to wear it. It is cold as hell and he will put on a white –t, long sleeve shirt, wind breaker and a hoodie before he wears this coat. Now, my question is do I buy him a new coat or make his ass wear this bogus as coat until Christmas? You get what you pay for.
Lastly, I am dead in the middle of the day from hell part 2 and I want to thank you all for the prayers. My medical situation is a little worst than I originally thought so keep the prayers coming. I am more than a warrior I am a conquer.
-Two Fingers (Peace)
Monday, October 12, 2009
Day from Hell
Are you living the life you thought you would be living at this point in your life? I hate to get this deep on y'all but that is where I am right now. No, I am no where close to my dreams right now. The good part is that I do have that life plan and I am putting it to work so I know that I will have the life that I want soon.
Food...
Last night I went to one of my favorite restaurants and I did not get my favorite dish. I actually recommended my usual to my dinner guest and they loved it. Yes, I am talking about the Cheesecake Factories Meatloaf LOL! It is just fabolous!(I know I spelled it wrong)Now I thought it couldn't get any better until I tasted my catfish. They rolled that catfish in some kind of nuts and it was full of flavor. I am getting hungry again right now just thinking about it. I strongly suggest either of these dishes on your next trip to the Cheesecake Factory. No dessert this time but the strawberry lemonade was fire! slow people (fire) means it was great. LMAO!
Lastly, today was the day from hell everything the went wrong did. I lost shit that was right in front of me (just like you told me Sir Harris) and to top it all off my dog was sick when I got home. I truly burned all of the oil I had in my lamp on this one day. Now I lay me down sleep and if I wake I will press on. Totally Tania is Totally tired and I realize it can not rain forever. My sunshine is coming and so is yours.
-Two Fingers (Peace)
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Questions? I've got them.
Do you believe in divorce? Could you work it out if your spouse cheated on you? Could you really take him or her back and not hold this over there head for years to come? What is the deal breaker for a marriage? I know I got a lot of questions but I am curious. Do you even know what cheating means? For instance to your partner cheating could be flirting but to you it is just flirting. A simple kiss is it cheating? A hug that is held to long or to tight is that cheating? You tell me.
At your current age what are you still afraid of? I am still very much afraid of my mother so, I guess she did a great job of raising me in fear. I love her dearly but, wow was she strict. I am blessed to have her in my life and she is my number 1 girl but this chick scares me. Second thing on my list is the fear of not being able to take care of myself. I have seen so many stories lately on television about families that are now homeless because the bread winner lost a job. This could be reality for so many of us so right now that is a real fear of mine.
Lastly, did you hear the new Michael Jackson song? I like, I don't love it but it will work for me.I can't wait to see "This is it."
Life Plan
My favorite new show…
Are you watching the new show on Lifetime called “Sherri”? It stars that chick from “The View.” I actually love this show. She is a newly divorced mom of one learning how to live life again. I am sure many of you can relate on some level to her life I sure do. It is smart, funny, but real. Unlike some of the shows that came out this fall season. She has her best friend and cool co-worker along with a weird boss lady to round out the show. He father is played by Uncle Phil from “The Fresh Prince” and man is he looking old. That cheating ex-husband of hers is played by my pre-teen boyfriend Theo from “The Cosby Show.” If you are not already watching this show check it out Premiere week was last week.
At the movies…
I went to see “Couples Retreat” and you all know I have been waiting to see this flick. All of the professional reviewers gave this movie horrible marks and they were so right. This movie took forever to get going and all the funny parts were on the previews so don’t waste your time. Vince Vaughn not only starred in this film but he help write and produce this flick. Vince, I am soooooooo disappointed. You are a hometown favorite of mine that did not deliver. His last few movies have been horrible. The gentle giant may have lost his mojo. My next movie outing will be the new Jamie Foxx thriller “Law Abiding Citizen that starts October 16th. I will review it soon.
Lastly, I have not been able to post due to being under the weather and I apologize to those of you that read my blog often. I hope you can understand that Totally Tania is a trooper but my sinuses are in bad shape and rest is what I needed. I am back in business and this week I hope to bring you a few great items to read.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Let's Talk about the weather...
My Theory…
You know they have a movie coming out called 2012 which is about the world coming to an end. We all know the scripture in Revelations about not knowing which season you are in when the world is nearing its end. Well, Ladies and Gentlemen get your house in order because I think the end is upon us. Don’t laugh just think about it. We did not have a summer then we got a week of HOT in September. Now not even a month later they are predicting snow.
On another note why do all of a sudden I have allergies and sinus issues. I am 33 years old and damn sometimes I can’t breathe. I promise you it is something in the air, food, and water (which I don’t drink). Are you having these issues? Something is up because even my dog has problems breathing sometimes.
Lastly, I encourage you all to do a little people watching as we go into the weekend. I people watch everywhere I go; the doctor office, Target, my son’s school but I must admit people watching at work is by far the best. As I was sitting at my desk the other day a man appeared in front of my office with his back to me and he was have a conversation with other employees. I didn’t think anything of it because it happens all the time. However on this particular day this man reached in to the crack of his ass and dug out his underwear. You know I went there. I hit the floor crying laughing. Another thing I have noticed it that not many people wash there hands properly when they leave the rest room what is up with turning on the water and dancing your fingers in it with (no soap) for 2 seconds and walking your nasty ass off. Huh? Are you serious? So, I encourage you to people watch to get your laugh on and so you will know whose hands not to shake in meetings.
-Two Fingers (Peace)
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Disgusted!
The world as a whole is dealing with financial problems and then you throw in this damn H1N1 mess we got a real problem. So not only am I broke as hell but I am sick too. Lately has it been hard to get up? Well you are not alone. Day after day I here people talking about I hate this and I hate that and on some level I agree because I am disgusted as well but, we have to press on. If you woke up this morning you have something to be thankful for. You may be fighting an illness. You might be broke as hell. Your kids are probably acting a fool. Your spouse has lost his/her mind and if one more person asks you for money you will probably scream but remember you woke up. Someone had these same feelings you are having on yesterday; they were full of disgust and late on every bill with unbelievable problems but they didn’t wake up this morning. I have said all of this to encourage you to have HOPE, FAITH, and some DETERMINATION to change your disgust or revulsion into TRIUMPH.
Race Relations…
Yesterday I had a conversation with a dear friend of another race and together we concluded that we do the same shit but called it different names. This conversation started because we were talking about UNO. Yes the card game. She mentioned that they play UNO but they play compounding. This lead me to dig a little deeper and I realized she was talking about what I so belovingly call STACKS. So no one plays UNO the way it was meant to be played ain’t that some shit. LOL! Big up’s to my girl All out Amber for hipping me to compounding. Just think we could end racial tension with a simple game of UNO. Obama call me; I got ideas.
How do you feel about this H1N1 shot? I think they are creating some I am Legend type shit but that is just me. I ain’t getting it and my son ain’t either. I got my regular flu shot and I better not get sick. Are they just scaring the hell out of us or is this real. Do you personally know anyone that has had the H1N1? What are your thoughts?
Say these words out loud: Enlarge my territory.
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
(+/-)
I love this picture and I read it often. It is my yellow brick road that I follow through out my day. If you know me personally then you know I am as real as real gets and if you don’t want the truth don’t ask me. I am asking all of you that read this post to please comment and let me know what is your yellow brick road that gets you through the day.
Positives vs. Negatives (+/-)
+ I have cable
- I am never home to watch it
+ I have a college degree
- Folks think because I went to college I should know every damn thang. Guess what I don’t. I think I am smart but hell if you fighting a case I can not be your lawyer. I majored in Business Management people.
+ I have a job and I get paid twice a month
- Everything in this world went up except my pay check so I live like I am on welfare. Check to Check people and some of ya’ll are with me. LMAO!
Monday night TV…
As I have told you all I love Gossip Girl. That is my show. Check it out Monday’s on the CW at 8 pm central time. It is getting good because Blair or “The Bitch” is back. Now I want to know how many of ya’ll stayed up or changed your regular 10 o’clock plans to watch The Mo’Nique show. I did and boy was I upset. She was loud as hell. Chick this is not an awards show this a late night talk TV not scream TV. Interview the damn people and keep it moving. Her first guest was Steve “MF” Harvey. If he doesn’t stop pushing that damn book I am going to scream. Act like a Lady think like a Man dude, you need to write a book called “Men raise your children show them some love even if you ain’t got no money.” Know that is some shit I can get behind. She also had my girl Monica on the show hyping up her new reality show that I will be watching October 27 on BET. Monica was looking a little thick and Mo’Nique told her she was glowing. Is this chick pregnant again? I can’t believe I miss the news watching this shit. LOL! I will give her a second viewing because I love Mo’Nique and I wish her the best and much success but, she needs to calm her ass down. She was worst then Jaime Foxx hosting the award show. Just loud for No damn reason.
So that was my evening besides the retail therapy that I got shopping at my favorite store NY&Co/Lerner; yes I still call it Lerner and you know I have a coupon and I earned city cash. All I need now is new boots and I will be set.
Monday, October 5, 2009
It's Monday!
Ok, now the weekend was great but WOW am I tired. Jordan is officially 11 but he is acting his age and his shoe size which went up to 11 ½ this weekend. Yes, he is a big boy. He went to go see Zombie land which I am told by him and my sister that it is a very funny flick so if you are looking to jump a few time and laugh your behind off check out this film. It comes highly recommended.
If you are also a Face book friend of mine you already know that my ex-fiancé is married. Yes, I said it he is married. I can believe this because now that I look back on things I think he was in love with marriage not me. He needs to control something and have someone take care of him so I am happy for him. People close to me know that I hate the news of someone getting married especially if they are on there second or third marriage. Also, I would like to know how come every man that I date seems to be ready for marriage AFTER I date they ass. I get them cleaned up and ready for the market like my nickname is CarMax. That is some crazy shit but it is soooooooooooo true. Like many you I know my time is coming and I will not rush it any longer. I am look at this one day at a time.
Thought of the day:
Ladies: Be the leading lady of your own life.
Gentlemen: Teach a young man in your life how to love.
Friday, October 2, 2009
I love you but, I need my Space!
Have you ever had some one in your life that you truly loved but you could only love them for some much time then you had to have a break? Well, that is where Totally Tania is right now. When we are together the angels sing, lights are brighter, music is clearer, and I am as happy as dog with a new bone. However if you give me to many days in a roll the claws come out and we are ready to explode like a fire hydrogen on a 90 degree day on the west side of Chicago. I know he wants to tell me to “Get the hell away from me” and I must say too much of anything for me is just a bad thang. So, this is how I plan to remedy our dilemma.
So chime in and tell me how to keep my romance singing instead of stinging.
He is probably reading this laughing because he can’t believe I am put our business in the street but hey you know who you dealing with honey. LMAO! Plus you know it is the truth so this time around and we have had a few times around the block; let’s keep it real because we upgrade each other and that is what it is all about. In addition, I like being boo’ed up but what is up with fellows from way back calling NOW. I know it is getting cold but damn, I don’t want you so keep it moving. Stay your sour ass over there with that chick you left me for because you thought her swag was tighter than mine. I guess the grass was not greener on the other side. Holla!
Rental in the Rain…
Last night my plans to watch (RHOA) were cancelled due to the rain cus ya’ll know I don’t have Bravo channel and I pay almost $100 a month for Comcast; but, I did watch an excellent movie. When you get a chance check out Pride and Glory (2007) on DVD it a cop drama with a lot of violence so this one is not for the kiddies. Don’t worry my sister tape (RHOA) for me.
My movie time will not happen this week because I am celebrating my son’s 11th Birthday YEAH! I am looking forward to catching Couples Retreat which opens next weekend starring Vince Vaugh and Fazon Love this is sure to be funny ass hell so look out for my review on this one.
Olympics…
Chi-Town is just too violent for the Olympics. We are just not ready. Daley sit your ass down and “run this town” like Jay-Z said. Maybe next time.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Netflix vs. Redbox
On the other hand you are ready to watch the movie that your Netflix queue says will be delivered tonight and guess what it is not in your box. This has happened to me and if my Mom and Sister didn’t work for the post office I would swear the mail person was stealing my movies. So, I ask Netflix or Redbox? In my case both because I love movies that much. However for you average movie goers Redbox is right up your alley. I am charging all of you that are reading this to be like Nike and “Just do it.” Try it once and you will love it. As a matter of fact the next time I get a code for free movies I will post on this blog so be on the look out.
Thank you…
I want to take this time to thank you all for your well wishes and prayers I will need them. I also want to thank you for supporting my blog and I hope you continue pass my link on to your friends. I promise you all it will get juicy soon.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Real Talk
Ladies our bodies are at war and the foods we eat and the abuse we do to it is not helping. Go to the doctor if you think something is wrong. I don’t care if you think it is small make them tell you what is wrong. Catch what ever it may be early. My news could have been HIV positive or Cancer and that is something you don’t play with. I didn’t cause this to happen as a matter of fact there is nothing I could have done to prevent it from happening. My lesson from all of this is that my body is truly a temple and going forward I will treat it as such. I am not giving up my fried chicken, fries, or barb-que but I will control other things.
On another note…
Did Winter just sneak up on us? I can’t believe how cold it is outside. Man, this is November weather if you ask me. I spent my cold Monday night watching Hero’s which has way too many character, plots, and twist for me to keep up but it is still a good show and Gossip Girl. Yes my grown ass watch Gossip Girl. I think Blair is my favorite character she is a young Erica Kane rich, beautiful, and pure evil. Due to my news this morning I decided not to cook dinner and just relax with my cover and remote control.
The Juice…
Brown shoes white socks is history for those of you who don’t know what I am talking about it is a man. Am I the only one that names my boyfriends? My sister and I have been doing this for years. The most famous of the names is PONYTAIL stop laughing Very Sherri. After 2 ½ months of dating I finally had to give him the boot. Brown shoes white socks (BSWS) was just boring and not really ready for Totally Tania so in the words of Jay-Z “On to the next one.”
-Totally Tania
Sunday, September 27, 2009
FAME
I was so excited when I finally sat down in my seat early Saturday morning with my movie popcorn, sweet tea and chocolate covered peanuts that I snuck into the theatre. Concession cost too much don’t you agree? Any who back to the movie they carefully introduced you to each character as the beginning credits rolled and you got a glimpse of each major player just like the original. It took forever to get juicy just like the original it had about 3 major performance pieces just like the original the only thing missing was Leroy. Where was Leroy? I know he made the TV show famous not the movie but fans wanted to see a Leroy character at least this fan did. I was disappointed in the movie over all but we will see these very talented kids in something else soon.
On TV…
Did you check out the show Brothers on Fox? When I say bogus ass hell I ain’t playing. No, no, no in the words of my sister “This show will not last.” However my son and I have been waiting all summer for “The Cleveland Show.” This is a spin off from Family Guy and you know that show is funny as hell. Can you say Loved it! Yes we did. We got one black show this season that might make it and it is a cartoon. That is a damn shame. LOL.
Yes I talk Sports…
Da Bears! We pulled it off. My son’s football team has a better record. The Lombard Falcons are now 3-0 and Jordan is tackling everything in his path. Go #24 or I call him “The Future” this is another talented kid that you will see more of.
Lastly, I am still bumpin Blue Print 3 and Trey Songz on the Ipod and I am still looking for a new hair style. My look for the Fall will consist of a few blazers, dark denim jeans, a bad as pair of boots with a low heel because I am tall enough and a smile. Smile this week people show them all 32 of your teeth unless you are like me, missing a few. LMAO!
-Totally Tania
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Where were you 11 years ago?
Eleven years ago today I was a pregnant as pregnant can get. It was actually my due date but, the being the movie goer that I am I had to see “Rush Hour” My sister and I had made plans to go if the baby hadn’t arrived by then. I remember her telling me not to laugh so hard because she did not want to be with me when I went into labor. She only 18 at the time and I understood her fear but, still I laughed as hard and loud as I could.
Today eleven years later I plan to see yet another movie this time I am shooting for “Fame” because I want to live for ever. Yes, yes, yes I have been waiting on this movie for months and I hope it doesn’t disappoint because I rented the old one on Netflix and disappointed I was. I must have gotten it mixed up with “Fame” the TV program because Leroy was hardly in it so DO NOT rent the old one in preparation for the new movie you would be wasting your time.
Friday Releases
*Fame – a must see for Totally Tania
*Pandorum- I need a date to see this (Scary)
*Surrogates- Bruce Willis is in this one so I will check it out
Now let’s talk TV…
I know many of you crowded around the set to watch the season premiere of Grey’s Anatomy so tell me all about because I missed it. My damn DVR was still not working but I picked up a new one today so I am back in business. What would I do without DVR (D-I-E) that’s right I would die. However I did catch “The Office” and it was funny get on it people along with RHWOA (Real Housewives of Atlanta) Ne-Ne didn’t fail to deliver because she showed up and showed out on both Kim and Kandi. I love her clothes that chick be sharp as hell every show plus she is rocking the hell out of that hair. Go Ne-Ne!
On that note…
On my lunch break yesterday I was looking for something to ride out to so I popped in my Laura Izibor ( the chick that sings from my heart to yours) CD that I bought months ago and put it on the self after 2 spins in the CD player. It never even made it to the Ipod. However, something came over me and I realized this chick can sing. If you like Alicia Keys and Jill Scott you will love track 1 (Shine) and track 4 (What Would You Do). Check it out and let me know what you think. It is worth a $0.99 download.
Lastly, the weekend is upon us and we all have football games to attend, studying to do, hair appointment to keep, and jobs to work. I want you all to remember to pray before at least one of your meals, tell the Lord thank you, and make sure the first bill you pay is to yourself.
By the way the baby came 1 week and 1 day later. I had my first labor pain eating shrimp fried rice while dancing of course to Blackstreets hit song "No diggity No doubt."
-Totally Tania
T.V. Talk
Tonight is the night that my sister and I hang out and watch the NE-NE show aka The Real Housewives of Atlanta. I can’t wait for tonight’s show because Ne-Ne is going to get all up in Candi’s Ass. I don’t know who Candi think she is getting loud with Queen Ne-Ne. I want to be her when I grow up LMAO. Last night I watched a new show on FOX called “Glee” people please check this show out it is funny as hell. Imagine your high school football team performing “All the single ladies” on the field and scoring the wining touchdown while doing so. Exactly you missed it. While I am talking about TV did you notice there are no black shows AGAIN! I still can’t believe they took off “The Game.” I heard about some black show called “Brothers” that is coming on Fox Friday. Yes, I said Friday who in the hell is going to be watching TV. on a Friday night? LMAO because my no plans having ass will probably be watching it but still why Friday night.
Lastly, I am starting my morning with some old school My Life Mary J. Blige and a warm shower. Might even stop at Dunkin Donuts for some coffee I need it today. Today remember to live you life like it is Golden. I know I stole that from Jill Scott. LOL.
-Totally Tania
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Hump Day!
Do you think you could go a week without your computer, blackberry, or cell phone? What if I made the deal sweeter and told you, you could win the $12 million that the lottery is given away. About ½ of you would try but fail miserably including myself because I am the official e-whore (e=electronic) I had to spell it out for the slow people.
If television is even still considered electronics I am in bad shape because I could not stop watching L.L. Cool J last night. His new show debuted and it was pretty good. It is a spin off one of the NCIS shows but it takes place in Los Angeles I could watch that man run all day he is just SEXY. Speaking of sexy I guess Trey Songz thinks he is. Don’t get me wrong his new CD is hot if you take out that silly ass song LOLJ. What I don’t get is him dissing my boy R. Kelly because he is a baby Kelly. He has stolen that mans entire style. Just take a look a the titles to his songs “Panty Droppa” and “I invented sex” those are R. Kelly type titles if ain’t ever heard one before so Trey Songz I love the CD but sit your ass down you owe R. Kelly an apology.
Lastly, be good to yourself today and smile because it is contagious. It’s better than spreading that damn swine flu. If you are sick stay your ass at home.
-Totally Tania
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
First Day of Fall
Today is the first day of fall and I want all you reading this post to fall in love with yourself this season. Most of you reading this have to take care of the kids, the house, the bills, the client, the customer but who takes care of you? By the end of this wonderful season you should have an answer to this question. Fall in love with you this Fall.
Things to check out immediately:
The Blue Print 3 by none other then my favorite rapper Jay-Z. You can’t hate on my boy with tracks like “On to the Next One” and “Off That.” He did if for me on this one it is not a classic but he is still in the fight. Where you at Lil Wayne, Gucci, Drake? Jay-Z is doing it for the grown folks.
The new Madea flick is actually not a Madea flick. She is in it but dominating the screen. This film belongs to Taraji P. Henson she did her thang and my girl Mary is just plain old Mary. Check it out and let me know what you think. This leads me to my question of the day. Do you think Tyler Perry parading around in a wig and dress is messing up our young black men? Well, the men in the barber shop think so; Speak on it your opinion is wanted.
Lastly, did you see MY PRESIDENT on Lettermen last night? It was a classic moment; he is the first sitting President to do last night. The man is breaking the mode everywhere. The quote of the night was him making the comment “I was black before I became President.” Do you think people of color are limited to which title they can hold? Look at your teachers, police, and firefighters. I just recently starting seeing firefighters of color how about you?