European Tour ’11: Germany, Belgium and France
Posted by: TONIxoxo on: September 18, 2011
These past two weeks were spent in European bliss. My sisters and I went to enjoy memories from our Berlin childhood and soak in the gorgeous sights in both Antwerp and Marseille. In each country, we visited family and friends. I wanted to share a few pictures from my vacation. Enjoy! I’m seriously contemplating making a collection of postcards.
Germany:
The apartment building where we grew up
Berliner Dom (Cathedral)
Holocaust Memorial
Can’t forget the food and drinks:
Our tour guy said that this beer in particular is very popular. I can see why. Craving another.
My sisters tried various sausages to find the one they remembered. Don't think they agreed on one in particular, but I certainly was in meat heaven.
Belgium:
Belgian fries most definitely have French fries BEAT! (In the paper)
France: (I suffered trying to choose a few to showcase)
Rooftop view
City with the Notre Dame in the background
Approaching the Château d'If (where the fictional count of Monte Cristo was imprisoned)
Yes, I ate EVERYTHING.
Fini. Fertig. 
“Earthquakes ARE NOT Supposed to Happen in NY!”
Posted by: TONIxoxo on: August 23, 2011
So today I realized that I have no clue what to do in an earthquake. Actually, now that I think about it, I have no clue what to do in a hurricane, tusnami, tornado or any other natural disaster Mother Nature decides to lash out. With information around me everywhere, this is a shame.
I’m sitting at my desk at work, eating my sunflower seeds and all of a sudden i feel my desk shaking. I look up at my computer screen, then to the left to my coworker and then above me, watching the ceiling lights sway back and forth. A friend walks by heading for the exit and I just watch her.
WHY?! Later on, another friend of mine told me on Twitter that it is actually better to stay indoors and try to find shelter than trying your luck out in the open. Cool, I did something right, but what trips me out is that I did “something right” unconsciously. In reality, I did nothing. No panicking, no yelling, no movements. I did nothing but sit at the same location like a deer in headlights.
UGH. I’m disgusted. I need to work on my instincts and reflexes game so I can be better prepared for the next earthquake in NYC.
Yes, I’m going to ignore the fact that I have not blogged in months. But who’s really counting? Shh…
I LOVE Everything APPLE
Posted by: TONIxoxo on: June 18, 2011
Not the fruit. Well I mean, I love the fruit, but no, I am talking about Steve Jobs related apples.
iPhone. Check. Mac. Check. ITouch. Check.
I suppose I can just continue to buy everything else Apple makes but that would be too much. Then again…
I just had to share this. That is all.
Italia Vogue’s Tribute to Black Beauties
Posted by: TONIxoxo on: May 6, 2011
Vogue Italia celebrates black models in its May 2011 issue:
“With bright eyes peering out under deliciously curled lashes, cheekbones and jawbones contoured as if chiseled from sharp stone, full noses, and sumptuously lush lips,black women are unquestionably beautiful.
A tribute is due to the woman whose skin tone ranges from alabaster to mahogany to smooth onyx, who can flawlessly carry any makeup look—from gold dusted lids to fuchsia blush to ripe purple and pink glosses. These pages pay homage to the versatile woman whose hair can oscillate from a tightly coiled and coifed Afro, to sleek layers, to a slicked back pixie cut in a matter of minutes. To the divine woman whose enviably full lips, strong, white teeth, and delightful smile have been known to electrify the hearts of many. To the siren whose smooth, velvety skin blocks the sun yet remains supple and unblemished with the passage of time.
Variable and diverse, black beauty escapes simple classification. But no matter the incarnation—whether the color of molasses, café au lait, bronze, tan, or tinged like desert sand—black beauties radiate with poise and multidimensional splendor.”
It’s good to see a mainstream magazine have an edition specifically for a minority that otherwise, do not get a lot of recognition.
These pictures…
Head over to Vogue.it to see more pics. You’ll love! Photographed by Ellen von Unwerth
What Distinctive Sound Does Your Favorite Animal Make?
Posted by: TONIxoxo on: April 15, 2011
I’m sure this girl can tell you. In the Youtube clip below, her friend randomly (or so we assume) calls outs different types of animals and she does her best impersonations.
How does one even know how these animals sound like, let alone blurt them all out on cue like that. Sheesh, I need to discover my talent ASAP.
*RANDOM: I’m addicted to Words With Friends and I SUCK. What kind of addiction is that?!
“Move Your Body” Fighting Obesity with Michelle Obama and Beyonce Knowles
Posted by: TONIxoxo on: April 9, 2011
…the video below is the cutest thing. The singer re-recorded her song “Get Me Bodied” and renamed it “Move Your Body.” This is all for a campaign called “Lets Move! Flash Workout” created by Michelle Obama to promote healthy eating and exercise among children and young teenagers.
Watch me learn this, perfect the moves and then exercise while being fierce. LOOK AT ME NOW!
*Source: NecoleBitchie
To The Females Who Live in 5-Inch Heels: Congrats, Your Feet Hates You!
Posted by: TONIxoxo on: April 7, 2011
There is nothing worse than that 50 seconds of pain feeling EVERY female miserably experiences after taking off a pair of heels they have worn for a long time. We know our feet are going to kill us when we walk out of our houses, when we buy our must-haves at shoe stores and certainly when we look them over and try them on for size.
Yet we put them on. Then after, we complain. WHY?
I was on NecoleBitchie.com earlier and I saw a link to a comment that designer, Christian Louboutin made on his shoe brand:
Ew. So inconsiderate, yet true. Well somewhat. Some guys might care what shoes we put on our feet but most do not. I don’t think they care if we suffer. Count the many times you have walked next to a man on your way somewhere in heels and he actually noticed that there was no way you were going to keep up with his speed. For every little step you take, it’s as if he is taking twice as much. It can’t just be me. And then for some reason, we never want to tell them to slow down…
Another point/question: Have you ever seen a guy give more than a minute of their attention on your footwear? I see them oogling from the woman’s head all the way down..to just right below the waist Seriously.
I know I only dress for myself and other females when I go out. I will admit that. But from now on, I’m not going to make my feet pay for my selfish acts. I can’t have them ending up looking like Wendy Williams’.
(My goodness…such pity)
*Sigh* Let me not pretend as if i don’t wear high heels. I do. I won’t pretend as if I don’t end up in pain. I do. Hence why I have flats with me wherever I go. For every female who chooses not to and rather suffer, I have this to say: It’s your perogative. I’ll be walking past you– upright, at the end of the night.
Shoe for thought? Why do we do this to ourselves?
Lucky Cheng’s Drag Cabaret–A Review
Posted by: TONIxoxo on: March 28, 2011
This past weekend was my birthday and to bring in my “quarter-lifetime crisis” big day, I gathered a group of my girls and went to party with a few Queens.
We were fed (we had 4 appetizers and 4 entrees for 12 very hungry girls). We were entertained (we laughed at the girls who were brave to get lap dances and have their faces willingly violated). We were groped and taken advantage of. LOL, or maybe that was just me… (yes…I got violated. Unwillingly, so it was even more hilarious).
I must say, the atmosphere of Lucky Cheng’s is just as one might expect: RAUNCHY. If you’re not a fan of crass humor and obscenities, don’t come. If you’re not a fan of drunk crowds celebrating either birthdays or bachelorettes, don’t come. Most importantly, if you don’t have an open mind to experiencing different lifestyles, definitely do not come.
Oh…and the best part? Two of my friends entering themselves into the show’s dancing contest and giving the whole entire restaurant LIFE!
My only complaint: Time. Waiting for an anticipated event drains the life out of me and I found myself restless the majority of the time. We had made reservations for the 10pm show and did not get seated until close to an hour later. The entertainment throughout the show was once every 15 minutes. I yawned twice as many times. Not fun.
All in all, it was good times and I would definitely recommend it to others. Check out their website!
Here are a few pics that were decent enough to share…enjoy:
See, This is Why I LOVE Google
Posted by: TONIxoxo on: March 15, 2011
…because it highlights everything important in the world. Ha! I’m a big fan of Google’s logos. How could I have missed this one?
Happy (Belated) Independence Day Ghana!
Oh Charlie!
Posted by: TONIxoxo on: March 6, 2011
No one has been that entertaining to me and every other person for the past week than Charlie Sheen. The man is clearly a mess, and like all messes, people can’t seem to get enough. It’s like a train-wreck waiting to happen. You see it happening, you know what might very likely happen, but can’t help but keep looking.
Someone on Twitter mentioned that Charlie was using social media and PR effectively and therefore, winning. I disagree. He didn’t break into the Guiness Book of Records as “the fastest person ever to get one million twitter followers” for any other reason other than to get laughed at. Let’s be real. His publicist quit, and frankly I would have to if I was in his same situation. What else is one to do when a client is refusing to listen to what you say and is playing by his or her own rules. It’s like you’re working endlessly on an image that clearly needs help for no reason.
Yea, Charlie is booking national placements and he’s the talk of everyone’s conversations, but at who’s entertainment? At the end of the day, it certainly isn’t his. At least not positively. Hopefully, nothing tragic will come out of all this. It’s obvious that he has an addiction that won’t be cured unless he seeks treatment– no matter what he and his “goddesses” says.
I’m not going to pretend as if I haven’t been wrapped up in his mess though. I am and I’m not ashamed. Since I do love myself some quotes, here are my favorites from Charlie. Enjoy!
- “I’m tired of pretending like I’m not special.” << Charlie, me too. Me too.
- “That’s how I roll. And if it’s too gnarly for people, then buh-bye.”
- I’m 45 years old, and I’m not interested in people treating me like a 12 year old.”
- “We’re shaking the tree. We’re shaking all the trees.”
- “Don’t be worried. Celebrate this movement.” << I LIVE!!!
- ”I was hoping for that money to get me through the summer, but now I gotta like woooorrrkkk”
HILARIOUS. Someone needs to get him on a writing board of an awards show. Quotes for days… SHEENING!
