OMG This looks so powerful! I pray this will change some minds about how they feel about Tyler Perry being in charge of this film adaptation of this classic stage play. This film which will be released on November 5th, 2010 has so much star power, that it makes one want to see it for the names alone, but judging from this sneak peek, these stars put their everything into each role. So I say,go to the actual theaters to support this film. Do NOT go to your local bootlegger, SUPPORT BLACK CINEMA!!!
9.17.2010
Throwback Joint Of The Day: Gina Thompson f/Missy Elliott
Hey Readers! This was my cut in 96! when this song came on, I got so lost in the song. I miss 90's R&B singing. Well, I hope you'll allow yourself to get lost in this song and it sparks some incredible and wonderful memories. Be Blessed readers.
The Things You Do:
The Things You Do:
T.I. Should his probation be revoked?
I really don't understand why celebrities feel they are so invincible! T.I. did a television show to show the kids how not to follow in his footsteps, and what a life of crime will get you in the long run, but now here he is about to do it all over again. Maybe he needs an example instead of attempting to be an example?
Well, here's some tea reported on xemvanadams.com.
Following his arrest weeks ago in Los Angeles on felony drug charges, rap star/actor, TI is now having to stand before a judge during a requested bond hearing to explain WHY his probation should NOT be revoked.
Since TI is out of jail following weapons charges stemming from his 2007 arrest, anything that violates the regulations of that release stands to see the young superstar BACK BEHIND BARS.
The summons for TI to appear in court was signed yesterday by US District Judge Charles Pannel Jr.; the man who sentenced TI for firearms violations in 2008. The order, signed by TI’s probation officer, lists THREE possible violations of his bond.
These THREE violations INCLUDE…
Possession of ecstasy on September 1st.
Testing positive for opiates on September 2nd.
Associating on September 1st with Cortez Thomas, a convicted felon.
Spokeswoman Nicole Nishida said several pills confiscated after the traffic stop indicated they were a type of ecstasy. She also said that the pills were found on TI, as well as his new wife, TINY.
THE DRUGS WERE NOT FOUND IN THE ACTUAL MAYBACH. SO, TINY COULDN’T SIMPLY TAKE THE CHARGE EVEN IF SHE WANTED TO.
This is all so unfortunate for TI, especially after he spent months speaking to at-risk youth, on camera; explaining and justifying his criminal past. TI has apologized publicly for months on end regarding his behavior; even going into great detail regarding his reasons for carrying and/or owning firearms.
I simply DONT UNDERSTAND how and why our celebrities think that they are so invincible. TI is a black man, driving a luxury vehicle down Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles, California. WHY ON GOD’S GREEN EARTH was he smoking weed in the vehicle to begin with? WHY WAS HE CARRYING DRUGS ON HIS PERSON?
I dont feel that TI is stupid, by any means. He just really didnt use the sense that god has given him in this particular situation. I dont want to see him return to prison, but if he does, he has no one to blame other than himself. Im speaking honestly.
I just dont see how he’s going to be able to get around this one.
Well, here's some tea reported on xemvanadams.com.
Following his arrest weeks ago in Los Angeles on felony drug charges, rap star/actor, TI is now having to stand before a judge during a requested bond hearing to explain WHY his probation should NOT be revoked.
Since TI is out of jail following weapons charges stemming from his 2007 arrest, anything that violates the regulations of that release stands to see the young superstar BACK BEHIND BARS.
The summons for TI to appear in court was signed yesterday by US District Judge Charles Pannel Jr.; the man who sentenced TI for firearms violations in 2008. The order, signed by TI’s probation officer, lists THREE possible violations of his bond.
These THREE violations INCLUDE…
Possession of ecstasy on September 1st.
Testing positive for opiates on September 2nd.
Associating on September 1st with Cortez Thomas, a convicted felon.
Spokeswoman Nicole Nishida said several pills confiscated after the traffic stop indicated they were a type of ecstasy. She also said that the pills were found on TI, as well as his new wife, TINY.
THE DRUGS WERE NOT FOUND IN THE ACTUAL MAYBACH. SO, TINY COULDN’T SIMPLY TAKE THE CHARGE EVEN IF SHE WANTED TO.
This is all so unfortunate for TI, especially after he spent months speaking to at-risk youth, on camera; explaining and justifying his criminal past. TI has apologized publicly for months on end regarding his behavior; even going into great detail regarding his reasons for carrying and/or owning firearms.
I simply DONT UNDERSTAND how and why our celebrities think that they are so invincible. TI is a black man, driving a luxury vehicle down Sunset Boulevard in Los Angeles, California. WHY ON GOD’S GREEN EARTH was he smoking weed in the vehicle to begin with? WHY WAS HE CARRYING DRUGS ON HIS PERSON?
I dont feel that TI is stupid, by any means. He just really didnt use the sense that god has given him in this particular situation. I dont want to see him return to prison, but if he does, he has no one to blame other than himself. Im speaking honestly.
I just dont see how he’s going to be able to get around this one.
Modern Day Coons...Really?
So is it me or are some black people clueless as hell? I came across this picture of South Carolina Senate President Glenn McConnell taken at the National Federation of Republican Women's board of directors meeting held in Charleston, S.C. where Republican leaders throughout South Carolina attended.This event's theme was "The Southern Experience." Now the name alone is enough to blow your wig back, but this picture blew my locs OFF!!
It's no secret that Glenn McConnell has an obsession with the old south and the confederate flag; it's what he loves and lives for so that's nothing to me. What astounds me are the two black men dressed as slaves! WTF type of coonery is this?
I would really love to sit down with them and asked them what in the blue fuck would
posses them to first of all attend this event, secondly dress up as slaves for the entertainment of white bigots, and third, be proudly photographed!? I swear I honestly do not get it.
Maybe some of you can help me understand this; and if you even attempt to justify this bullshit, allow me to forewarn you, we will have one serious debate!
*AOL News reports:
It comes as no surprise to South Carolina natives that state Senate Majority Leader Glenn McConnell likes to play dress-up. On Tuesday, Will Folks, former spokesman for Gov. Mark Sanford and self-described cuckolder of GOP gubernatorial candidate Nikki Haley's husband, posted pictures to his political website of McConnell attending a party dressed as a Confederate general. In the pictures, he's surrounded by various African-Americans dressed as slaves.
This was not some secret party. It was last weekend's annual board of directors meeting of the National Federation of Republican Women in Charleston, McConnell's district. Sanford and other prominent local Republican politicos were there. "Invited speakers to the NFRW conference included U.S. House Majority Leader John Boehner, Senate Leader Mitch McConnell, RNC Chairman Michael Steele, Rep. Joe Wilson, House Speaker Bobby Harrell, former U.S. Ambassador David Wilkins and GOP gubernatorial nominee Nikki Haley," Folks writes.
Gawker and other national media sites picked up the story, largely focusing on McConnell and asking a fair question: Why would any African-American dress up as a slave? That remains a good question, but there's no doubt as to why McConnell appeared so happy decked out as Robert E. Lee's contemporary. He's obsessed with the Confederacy.
McConnell owns a store that sells Confederate memorabilia. Last time I saw him, his cell phone bore a Confederate flag, and its ring tone chimed Dixie. This was several years ago. I was working on a Nation magazine article about two Charleston-based museum projects. (It's well worth the $2.95 to get behind the subscriber wall!) One's an African-American history museum, which intends to provide an unvarnished look at the realities of slavery in Charleston, the port through which half of American slaves entered the country.
Sponsored LinksThe other museum project is a showcase for the Hunley, a Confederate submarine. The Hunley sunk on its voyage back to port after sinking the USS Housatonic on Feb. 17, 1864. This is McConnell's pet project, or more accurately, his obsession. Among South Carolina politicos there's a saying: "All the other state senators have a honey, while Glenn McConnell has a Hunley."
The Hunley, which has been recovered and is on display at a warehouse in Charleston, has obvious historic significance: It was the first submarine to sink an enemy vessel. But when I visited, the site included a gallery and gift shop that oozed Confederate nostalgia, replete with fresh bolls of cotton for sale.
Given that McConnell is the state's most powerful legislator, I'll leave it to the readers to guess which one of these projects is being funded by South Carolina taxpayers.
It's no secret that Glenn McConnell has an obsession with the old south and the confederate flag; it's what he loves and lives for so that's nothing to me. What astounds me are the two black men dressed as slaves! WTF type of coonery is this?
I would really love to sit down with them and asked them what in the blue fuck would
posses them to first of all attend this event, secondly dress up as slaves for the entertainment of white bigots, and third, be proudly photographed!? I swear I honestly do not get it.
Maybe some of you can help me understand this; and if you even attempt to justify this bullshit, allow me to forewarn you, we will have one serious debate!
*AOL News reports:
It comes as no surprise to South Carolina natives that state Senate Majority Leader Glenn McConnell likes to play dress-up. On Tuesday, Will Folks, former spokesman for Gov. Mark Sanford and self-described cuckolder of GOP gubernatorial candidate Nikki Haley's husband, posted pictures to his political website of McConnell attending a party dressed as a Confederate general. In the pictures, he's surrounded by various African-Americans dressed as slaves.
This was not some secret party. It was last weekend's annual board of directors meeting of the National Federation of Republican Women in Charleston, McConnell's district. Sanford and other prominent local Republican politicos were there. "Invited speakers to the NFRW conference included U.S. House Majority Leader John Boehner, Senate Leader Mitch McConnell, RNC Chairman Michael Steele, Rep. Joe Wilson, House Speaker Bobby Harrell, former U.S. Ambassador David Wilkins and GOP gubernatorial nominee Nikki Haley," Folks writes.
Gawker and other national media sites picked up the story, largely focusing on McConnell and asking a fair question: Why would any African-American dress up as a slave? That remains a good question, but there's no doubt as to why McConnell appeared so happy decked out as Robert E. Lee's contemporary. He's obsessed with the Confederacy.
McConnell owns a store that sells Confederate memorabilia. Last time I saw him, his cell phone bore a Confederate flag, and its ring tone chimed Dixie. This was several years ago. I was working on a Nation magazine article about two Charleston-based museum projects. (It's well worth the $2.95 to get behind the subscriber wall!) One's an African-American history museum, which intends to provide an unvarnished look at the realities of slavery in Charleston, the port through which half of American slaves entered the country.
Sponsored LinksThe other museum project is a showcase for the Hunley, a Confederate submarine. The Hunley sunk on its voyage back to port after sinking the USS Housatonic on Feb. 17, 1864. This is McConnell's pet project, or more accurately, his obsession. Among South Carolina politicos there's a saying: "All the other state senators have a honey, while Glenn McConnell has a Hunley."
The Hunley, which has been recovered and is on display at a warehouse in Charleston, has obvious historic significance: It was the first submarine to sink an enemy vessel. But when I visited, the site included a gallery and gift shop that oozed Confederate nostalgia, replete with fresh bolls of cotton for sale.
Given that McConnell is the state's most powerful legislator, I'll leave it to the readers to guess which one of these projects is being funded by South Carolina taxpayers.
9.16.2010
Throwback Joint Of The Day: Dem Boyz by Lil MO
Wassup People? 2day;s throwback joint is from one the most underrated vocalist in the industry; Lil Mo! Lil Mo has written for numerous artists and sang hooks on some premiere R&B and Hip Hop artist. I'm excited to announce that she's coming back SOON and I can not wait! So in the meantime, enjoy this throwback joint, Dem Boyz!
9.14.2010
Song Of The Day: I'm A Believer by Mary Mary
To go with the story below, This song popped into my mind. I LOVE this song.
I hope you enjoy it as well.
I hope you enjoy it as well.
How Can You Not Believe?
I came across this story and was blown away, I'm still amazed.High school football player Hayward Demison Jr. had just scored the winning touchdown for the friday night game. Afterwards he complained to his coach that he couldn't breathe; having been diagnosed with athletes asthma two years ago, he thought he was having an episode so he asked for his inhaler,but that only made matters worse.
After using his inhaler, Hayward collapsed right into the arms of his coach.
There just happened to be a cardiac nurse in the stands, seeing what was happening she rushed to the field. When she got to Hayward, she clearly saw that this was no asthma attack, but a heart attack. Hayward stopped breathing and was totally unresponsive so she began chest compressions.
The nurse, Lisa Lyver needed a defibrillator, but she prayed to GOD for a miracle. For at least two minutes, Hayward's heart was not beating; with her hand still over his heart, Nurse Lyver suddenly felt his heart begin to beat.
My question to you all is HOW CAN YOU NOT BELIEVE?
*video courtsey of nbc4i.com
After using his inhaler, Hayward collapsed right into the arms of his coach.
There just happened to be a cardiac nurse in the stands, seeing what was happening she rushed to the field. When she got to Hayward, she clearly saw that this was no asthma attack, but a heart attack. Hayward stopped breathing and was totally unresponsive so she began chest compressions.
The nurse, Lisa Lyver needed a defibrillator, but she prayed to GOD for a miracle. For at least two minutes, Hayward's heart was not beating; with her hand still over his heart, Nurse Lyver suddenly felt his heart begin to beat.
My question to you all is HOW CAN YOU NOT BELIEVE?
*video courtsey of nbc4i.com
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