Be About Your Money, SistaGirlz!!

It’s that time again, SistaGirlz! We are having our next “Be the Change Empowerment Series” session March 20th! The theme is    “Be About Your Money”. We will have Blondel Pinnock, VP of Carver Bank in the house to answer your financial questions! Get your tix today!

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Essence Lunch Flix, plus Beyonce in the White House!

Jay-Z and his wife Beyonce took a tour of the White House while Jay was in D.C. for is Bluepring 3 Tour.  The President wasn’t in any of the pics, but I hear he was there. Wow! What’s next for Hov? Maybe the White House! LOL!

R&B singer Trey Songz was there too, along with mama Tina Knowles and record exec, Kevin Liles.

Jada Pinkett Smith tears up as she presents an award to her friend Queen Latifah. Awww. One of these days I’m gonna get me an invite to that luncheon! So many beautiful  and powerful SistaGirlz. I know the energy in that room  was empowering!

Mary is killing that dress! You go, SistaGirlz!

Zoe Saldana will go down in history for starring in one of the biggest grossing movies of all time, Avatar.  She looks fab! Shh. Don’t tell anyone I haven’t seen the movie yet!

Mo’Nique, Cassie Goes Blonde & More!

Mo’Nique is gearing up for the Oscars this Sunday! We’re hoping she brings home the big prize! Meanwhile, Mo has also shared some of the secrets to her marriage. She and hubby Sidney keep the flames lit by “hairy legs”, she doesn’t shave and she also believes in OPEN Marriage. Check out what she said in a recent interview:

“Let me say this: I have not had sex outside my marriage with Sidney. Could Sid have sex outside of his marriage with me? Yes. That’s not a deal-breaker. That’s not something that would make us say, ‘Pack your things and let’s end the marriage. What if it’s 20 times? So what? We’ve been best friends for over 25 years, and we truly know who we are. Oftentimes, people get into marriages and they don’t know who they’re laying next to. I’m very comfortable and secure with my husband.”

Wow. I don’t think I’m that opened minded. Hmm. Girl please, I KNOW I wouldn’t be cool with that situation! LOL!

Rihanna sported this green ensemble the other day. What do you think? Wait! Before you answer, check out the back of it! It looks a curtain. Just my thought!s! LOL

I’ll say this. She’s a risk taker when it comes to her outfits! LOL

Speaking of Rihanna. Here is a lost flick from her Bday party.

Is this how we dance at parties now? Girl, I’m so ol’ school. Wow.

Beyonce shooting on location in one of my favorite future vacay spots, Santorini, Greece.  She’s modeling clothes from her House of Dereon collection.

Wow! She looks gorgeous, there! Yes, I know it has been airbrushed, but she still looks fly. Sigh.What kind of makeup & skin care does she use? I need the complete set! LOL

I read somewhere that Cassie was trying to channel Jennifer Lopez with her newly blonde hair. I can see a slight resemblance. I think it looks good on her, though! What do you think?

Cassie and her “Suga Dadddy Diddy” were spotted in Tokyo and Paris this week.

Un- Model-Like Behavior

(Naomi and her Married Billionair Boyfried. He’s the reason she “allegedly” hit the limo driver. )

Short tempered model Naomi Campbell has struck again, literally. Earlier this week Ms. Campbell was accused of slapping her limo driver in the back of his head while he drove her in midtown Manhattan. She hopped out of the limo and took off on foot as they pulled to a light. The limo driver, Miodrag Mejdina called the cops and the news immediately hit the internet.

The behavior of this woman calls into  question if  these are anger management  issues or just plain ol’ case of  ”no home training”.  Since when did it become okay to strike someone? I know we all have had the urge to vent our frustration with a kind five finger greeting, but I’m hoping you didn’t do as Naomi did. And if you did, I’m sure you haven’t done it since. Have you?

What happened to manners? Have we all become uncouth? Her behavior puts a dimmer on the fantastic fashion show she organized just a couple weeks ago, in honor of Haiti relief. I guess I’ll give myself some relief and stop wondering about these celebs and their sense of entitlement.  The cycle seems to continue.  Naomi’s limo driver is now apologizing for involving the cops. Sigh.

* It’s up to Us to set the standards for our young SistaGirlz.* Be the Change You want to See in this crazy, mixed up world!

New NYC Tourist Destination: African Burial Ground Memorial

It may seem like a visit to a burial ground would bring a macabre overtone to your NYC vacation or day trip, but what you will find promises to be something entirely different.

Back in 1991 during construction of a would-be federal office building, workers unearthed a grisly scene of body parts. The remains of 419 African American women and children were disrupted, while another two hundred remained undisturbed. This finding led to African Burial Ground National Monument, which opened to little fanfare in February 201o.

The discovery of the bodies gave way to research which estimates 15,000-16,000 bodies were buried the the oldest and largest African cemetery in North America. To honor those that were buried without tombstones, in a mass grave, they have built the Monument.

The 2,500 square foot visitor’s center features four exhibit areas and boasts  a 40 seat theater which describes in greater detail, the discovery of the bodies. The pictures displayed tell the stories of African Americans during the 17th & 18th century, all the way to the present.

Admission is free and the center is open Tuesday – Saturday 9am-5pm.

African Burial Ground National Monument?290 Broadway, 1st Floor?New York, NY 10007?(212) 637-2019

http://www.nps.gov/afbg/index.htm

The picture was reshaped from actual skulls, by forensic sculptor, Frank Bender.

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Dating Married Men

By Miss Rikki

SistaGirlz, have you ever been smiled at or looked at a little to long by a guy who was obviously with his woman?  What about being approached by a man after having seen him with his significant other?  Or have you been propositioned by a man who you know (and he knows you know) is married?

Recently, Fantasia and Alicia Keys have been in the headlines because they are both romantically linked to married men.  Maybe it’s me, but I expected more from these young ladies.  I mean, yes women entertain married men everyday, but these ladies are in the spotlight.  The world is watching and whether they like it or night they are role models for some young girls out here.

Fantasia pubicly denied having a relationship with Antwaun Cook – the married father of two – from early November, when the story broke, to early January.  Later pictures surfaced of her with his last name plastered on her left shoulder area and boo’d up with him in Barbados for the Barbados Music Awards.  Clearly, she lied.  Which means she obviously recognizes she’s wrong.  So why does she continue the relationship?  I guess half a man is better than no man at all (I say that with complete sarcasm because she must be half crazy if she thinks that to be true).

And then there is Alicia Keys.  She has never denied her relationship with Swizz Beats, but his wife, Mashonda, does state that  he was involved with Alicia prior to any separation.  He, of course, denies that Alicia was a contributing factor in their break-up.  But then why would Mashonda not know that you were accompanying Ms. Keys on her European tour last summer?  I mean, if you all were in agreement that you were separated and all?  Whatever the timeline of events, one thing is certain – Swizzy and Mashonda are still married.   So why on earth is Alicia sporting what looks to be an engagement ring?  And she has bought a home with this man! SMH!  I don’t get it.  To be fair, I fully understand that Swizz Beats has a lot of money and it may take time for he and his wife to reach an agreement as far as a settlement is concerned.  Still, he should complete his business with his wife before moving on as if she never existed.  I mean really.

SistaGirlz, it’s time that we take responsibility for ourselves.  How dare a man involved with another women even approach us?  We have to realize that men who cheat on their wives, or leave their families for other women are, well, LOSERS.  I am not and will never be attracted to any man who cannot stand as a man and take care of his personal business and responsibilities before endulging in pleasure.  It’s sickening.  And what’s more sickening is that we, women, allow it to continue to happen.  For the life of me I can’t figure out why some of us have that “Well, she must not be taking care of him,” etc. attitude.  It matters not what she is or isn’t doing and whatever he says he’s not getting he should take up with her – the woman he stood before God with and promised to love, honor, and cherish for better or worse til death do they part, not you.  I beg of you SistaGirlz, BEHAVE LIKE A LADY.  Because when you sleep with dogs, you eventually get fleas.

The Mocha Manual to turning your passion into profit by Kimberly Seals-Allers

By Miss Rikki

So you read “Side Hustle: Get Ya Money Up!” and you’re wondering exactly how to turn your great idea into some cash dollars, right.  Well, SistaGirlz I have the perfect book for you: Kimberly Seals-Allers’ Mocha Manual to turning your passion into profit.

Seals-Allers Mocha Manual Brand is targeted at Black women and especially Black mothers.  Her first book The Mocha Manual’s Guide to a Fabulous Pregnancy really targets the African American mom to be, whether you are single or married.  It gives great information on what to expect out of your pregnancy, how to deal with your husband or “baby daddy,” as well as ways to keep you sexy and sassy as your belly grows to enormous proportions.  FYI, SistaGirlz it was given to me by a good friend of mine, who had a 1 year old at the time, to read while I was pregnant.  I thoroughly enjoyed it.  It is a must read for all pregnant Black women out there.

The second book, The Mocha Manual to turning your passion into profit, really gives the reader some great advice on how to market and brand yourself, what stumbling blocks to look out for, and showcases successful Black women entrepreneurs.  It also provides a list of great resources in the appendix of the book.  You can even supplement your reading with her brand new website that has tips for moms to be, mompreneurs, money management, etc.  FYI, I also read this book because, well, I do have a side hustle or two.  Plus, I enjoyed the first book’s writing style and the fact that it was specifically written for me.  I found such good information in it.  It has almost become a reference book for me.  I go back and re-read sections just to make sure I’m keeping my head on straight or to get extra encouragement.

It really helps to get all the information you can, so for any SistaGirlz seriously considering going into business for yourselves pick it up today and tell me what you think!

Alicia Keys, Celeb Kids & Eve’s Drama

Sarah Chapman and her beautiful little girl, Chance. Awww. Diddy loves all of his kids.  I don’t know about the baby mama’s but, he takes care of those babies! Just like he should, hmph! LOL

Alicia Keys and her camp have denied the proposal that allegedly came from Swizz Beatz earlier this year. But according to our sources, they are not only engaged, but planning the WEDDING this summer aboard a yacht! Wow! Hold up, is the ink even dry on his divorce papers? I’m serious!!

The Rapper Eve is callin’ it a rap at her home in L.A.  She put it on the market last month, and now the IRS is calling!  She owes them $357,000 in back taxes and that’s just the beginning of her troubles. Earlier this month (FEB) it was revealed that  Eve was under investigation for helping her ex-boyfriend launder money from his country, Equatorial Guinea.

The ex, Teodorin Nguema Obiang is accused of setting up shell corporations, one of which Eve was associated with. Yikes!  We’ll Keep you posted on that madness!  If you have a couple milli lying around you might be able to buy her house and help her out! Check out the flix, below!

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Rihanna’s Bday Party, Plus Whitney’s Trippin’!

Rihanna turned 22 over the weekend and she had a blast! The bash was given by her “friend” Matt Kemp of  the L.A. Dogers. Yes, that’s the same guy she has been canoodling with for the past few months. MmmHmm.

She even had the midget strippers on deck to add to the action. LOL!

Loving that dress! You go girl. Riahnna is like “Chris, who?”

Why is our SistaGirlz Whitney Houston trippin’ again? I think we just have to realize this diva is gonna tell it straight-no-chaser! She doesn’t care who hears her rants! LOL! Whitney was in Austrailia the other day and according to the story, her driver was late.  She was cussin’ up a storm and someone told her to take off her shades and enjoy the beautiful morning. Wrong thing to say to Whitney. She told them to “mind your f*cking business!” Wowzers. Reminds me to keep it movin’ the next time I see Whitney! LOL!

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