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Leggo Your Eggo

Posted by :Peauxetic Expressions On : January 30, 2013
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Category: WTH?! Wednesday

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waffle house

Many of you may remember the old slogan for Eggo brand waffles, “Leggo my Eggo”. I loved them so much I could even eat them dry at times, lol. I know….weird, huh? And what about Waffle House? Is it just me or is that the best late night breakfast known to man. Don’t sleep on Waffle House. It’s one of the few places you can go and actually watch your food being prepared, only pay $8 (with the tip) and get as full as a tick. Waffle House has a down home, southern type of inviting presence to it. I don’t think I’ve ever been there and stayed for less than an hour, laughing with friends. But Pensacola, FL residents may now think twice about coming to this tasty dine in spot. People like 22-year-old Marquis Baldwin may deter them from going to Waffle House and trying IHOP instead.

When it comes to love, some people will literally stop at nothing. That is exactly the case with Mr. Baldwin. In the past couple of months, he has robbed 3 separate Waffle Houses in the Pensacola, FL area. Yep, not a bank or even a Super Target, but a Waffle House. Did he get hungry and need a snack with his stick up? Whatever the case may be, he was actually collecting money for his girlfriend’s probation. WTH?! I don’t know whether to commend Marquis or punch him for being so silly. I’m a firm believer that in hard times, never say what you won’t do because you may surprise yourself. But….even in that, what did his girlfriend do to get herself in the predicament to need probation fees to be paid anyway??? Depending on the crime, she just may have needed to do the time. I’m just saying. Now 2 people have messed up the criminal records history behind 1 person’s foolishness. This is definitely a case of a fool in love. And let’s be honest, Waffle House may get a lot of business, but exactly how much money was he expecting to collect? I guess that’s why he robbed several stores….SMH.

But here’s the kicker….Marquis made a 4th robbery at a Kangaroo gas station as well. But according to reports, the girlfriend’s probation fees had already been paid. But this is his story and he’s sticking to it. Did the girlfriend rat him out and actually need less money than he took? This whole scenario is missing too many pieces to make good sense to me. Again, I’m all for defending who you love, but it seems like he could stolen from a larger establishment and gotten more money in one haul. But let me stop while I’m ahead and not play the accomplice to an obviously not well thought out robbery. Now he faces four counts of armed robbery and six counts of aggravated assault, and is being held on $80,0000 bond in the Escambia County Jail.

Was he justified in stealing the money for his girlfriend? Or should she have just learned her lesson the hard way?

money tree

Thirsty Thursday…Bottoms Up!

Posted by :Peauxetic Expressions On : August 23, 2012
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Ok, so the summer’s almost over and you barely missed the mark on getting that six pack you wanted or slimming down a couple of dress sizes for the pool party. But, there’s hope! When winter comes you can just wear sweaters and no one will know the difference, lol. But seriously, we still have a little bit of summer left, which means the heat will be here for a while. So that means we have to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water. Plus, it’s just good to stay hydrated and drink water all year round. But if you’re anything like me, you get tired of drinking water by itself, so here are a few alternatives I use that spice up your water intake routine.

Water with Cucumbers

I actually can’t take full credit for this one. One of my old managers told me about this concoction at a spa she used to frequently go to. All you do is get a gallon jug of water (if you can it’s great to drink close to or equal to a gallon of water a day. It’s an easy way to help lose weight), and cut up pieces of cucumbers in the water. Let it chill (preferably overnight) and drink it! It has a great, refreshing taste and it’s different from just plain ole water.  Plus, you may help fight off colds, as cucumbers contain Vitamin C, as well as potassium, and silica (a trace mineral that we need for healthy connective tissue).

Sobe Lifewater Mango Mandarin with Coconut Water

This water is really good when you’re looking for a quick single serve bottle of water to drink. It has a sweet flavor, but doesn’t taste like sugar water either. If you like mangoes, you’ll love this one. Plus coconut water has many health benefits, including aiding in weight loss, potassium (as much as a banana, one of the leading sources), and even helping reduce high blood pressure. Don’t sleep on this drink. I can pretty much guarantee that you’ll enjoy it. At 80 calories a bottle, this is the closest you’ll get to sweet tasting water that’s good for you. Plus it contains vitamins A and C.

The Guilty Pleasure: Jack Daniel’s Honey

Let’s face it. Sometimes, water just doesn’t do the trick when you’ve had a hard day at work or out with a group of friends. I was first introduced to Jack Daniel’s Honey by fellow a blogger (www.popgoesthecity.com) . I was intrigued by this new flavor, so I went out and bought a bottle, lol. It has a much smoother taste than the original and a must have for anyone that is a fan of Jack Daniel’s….just remember to drink responsibly.  And just as a point to remember, it’s always healthier to drink straight liquor rather than a mixed drink. Jack Daniel’s has 65 calories per fluid ounce (and chances are you won’t be able to drink more than a few ounces straight…or at least you shouldn’t be able to). Compare that to a Pina Colada that has 526 calories, at only 6.8 ounces. Makes you think twice doesn’t it?

What are some of your favorite healthy (or not so healthy) alternatives to drinking water?

Busta Rhymes Plays With Google

Posted by :Peauxetic Expressions On : August 20, 2012
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As one of the most celebrated hip hop artists in history, Busta Rhymes is back and he wants us all to put our hands where his eyes can see. Well, not exactly but he does want us to put our hands on Google Play tomorrow to download his free (yes, I said free) new CD, Year of the Dragon. Say what you will about Busta Rhymes, but he has had an extremely long string of hits throughout his career (Put Your Hand Where My Eyes Can See, Woo Hah! Got You All In Check, Dangerous, Gimme Some More, Touch It, etc). When I first heard he was signed to YMCMB (Cash Money) last November, I honestly thought it may be a wrong move. But considering the hype surrounding his new Google Play alum (released tomorrow), it may have been a better move than some of us thought. True, artists like Trey Songz, Lecrae, Rick Ross and Frank Ocean have all released free mixtapes through sites like www.datpiff.com. But Busta Rhymes is planning on making an even bigger splash with Google Play. I wonder how he will recoup the money spent from the project though. With all of the guest appearances and detailed cover art, I’m sure this CD wasn’t cheap to complete.

Has Busta Rhymes already reached his peak or is he still one of rap’s relevant artists? Will you be downloading The Year of the Dragon  tomorrow? Check out the throwback song of the week, “Put Your Hands Where My Eyes Can See”. This is one of the greatest Hip Hop songs and videos ever made in my opinion.

Battle of the Sexes

Posted by :Peauxetic Expressions On : June 4, 2011
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This summer there will be plenty new music to choose from.  From uptempo songs, to ballads, rock, rap and R & B, there’s something for everyone.  But who has the hottest music right now?  Is it the guys or the ladies? Check out some recent releases and see for yourself….be sure to cast your vote for your favorite male and female songs.

The Women

Beyonce: Run the World (Girls)

I initially had a love/hate relationship ship with this song. I immediately loved the music on the track, but wasn’t too fond of the singing and the lyrics.  But true to form for many Beyonce songs, this one has started to grow on me.  The girl power, independent woman theme is a little far spent, but I must admit that Beyonce has put an original spin on it this time.  The song has an upbeat multicultural feel to it, which is further carried out in the music video. Look for the single to be featured on her upcoming CD, 4.

Kelly Rowland Featuring Lil Wayne: Motivation

Former Destiny’s Child member, Kelly Rowland, has returned with a new solo single that is arguably her best to date.  “Motivation” grabs your attention within the first few seconds.  The seductive, slow groove track, mixed with Kelly’s sultry vocals make for a great combination.  Not to mention Lil Wayne’s verse; which adds more edge to a song that already pushes the envelope on innuendo.  This single will be featured on Kelly Rowland’s new CD, Here I Am.

 

Katy Perry Featuring Kanye West: ET (Remix)

Katy Perry has become known for her catchy hooks and pop sound.  On this track, she takes a more edgy approach that has a rock, hip hop vibe to it.  She also enlists the help of Kanye West, who has two featured verses on the song.  The song details how the person she’s describing is like an alien from outer space…sounds weird huh? But trust me, it’s addictive.  Plus, the music video is probably the best one I’ve seen all year. This is the fourth single from Katy Perry’s Teenage Dream CD.

 

Mary J Blige Featuring Lil Wayne and Diddy: Someone To Love Me

So it seems that Mary J Blige might be pairing up with Diddy again for a new album. This could go one of two ways, extremely successful (My Life album) or not so much (Love & Life album). But hopefully, since the new CD will be called My Life II, we will expect more of a success.  This song picks up where MJB classics like “Be Happy” and “Real Love” leave off.  Seems like she has come full circle, which wouldn’t be such a bad thing if you take out the slightly annoying chorus. Diddy’s verse wasn’t really needed here (even though his group Dirty Money originally had the song first).  But Lil Wayne helps revive it a bit.

The Men

Lenny Kravitz- Come On Get It

I’ve never been a huge Lenny Kravitz fan, but I do have some favorites (“Are You Gonna Go My Way”, “Fly Away”).  “Come On Get It” breaks the mold though and is full of energy from start to finish. With the right promotion, it is sure to be a big hit.  The lyrics are catchy and the track is led by heavy guitars and drums.  I haven’t heard this one on the radio yet, but you can check it out on Itunes. There’s no music video yet either, but you can check out the live performance from this year’s NBA All Star Weekend.

 

Miguel: Sure Thing

This song didn’t initially catch my attention when I first heard it, but it grows on me more and more.  The track is very mellow, as are the vocals. Some of the lyrics are what made me take notice (You be the match/I’ll be the lighter).  “Sure Thing” is lifted from Miguel’s self titled debut CD.  There’s something about it that eventually made me like the song, but I can’t put my finger on it. It will be interesting to see what music Miguel has to offer in the future.

 

Chris Brown: She Ain’t You

“She Ain’t You” is the current single from Chris Brown’s FAME cd.  The theme of the song is about him being caught up in a love triangle.  But what really makes the song shine is that it cleverly samples both SWV’s “Right Here” and Michael Jackson’s “Human Nature.” SWV and Chris Brown both actually sampled from the latter, but the combination here is seamless.  This was a smart choice for a single and should be successful for Chris Brown.

 

Lupe Fiasco Featuring Trey Songz: Out of My Head

“Out of My Head” is the new single from Lupe Fiasco’s Lasers CD.  Fans have been eagerly anticipating new material since the success of Lupe Fiasco’s last CD, The Cool.  This is a more radio friendly track that features rapid fire rhymes from Lupe Fiasco, while Trey Songz sings the hook.  This song has high energy and is a great listen but the traditional Lupe fans may find this one to be a little too pop sounding for him.