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.