Absolutely Amazing

I need to find out more about Ricardo Cortes! Really I do.  Jury Independence Illustrated is a new book written and illustrated by Ricardo Cortes. I think this book is revolutionary and can really change the way people view jury duty. Mr. Cortes writes:

"U.S. citizens are guaranteed the right to trial by jury when certain legal interests or liberties are at stake, and the law provides that all eligible citizens serve as jurors. It’s a meaningful role, although after receiving jury notice most of us hope to escape its obligation.

Jury Independence Illustrated is designed to excite and inform potential jurors to a specific, largely-unknown power they have – a transformative role that could radically shift the criminal justice system."

Interpreted, it means that while you also can protect society from criminals, you can also protect society from unjust, unfair laws as well.  According to his new book, "A jury can nullify a law that it believes unjust or wrongly applied to a defendant."  This makes me think back to a time where a person could receive more time for carrying one small amount of rock cocaine, then a person who committed a violent and often deadly crime.  Another thing that makes this book so revolutionary and so amazing, is Mr. Cortes is offering it to the public for free. It appears his only goal is to educate.  AWESOME, is it not? 

Download your copy today and then spread the word.

Source: Global Grind and RM Cortes.

We are going to kill ourselves, or die trying (PUN INTENDED)

SMH at the calorie count that was so conveniently left off the article.

If you're looking to try something new this summer, we suggest you mosey on down to your local state fair to look for and try the Deep Fried Kool-Aid. Read more. #DYINGTOEAT

Source: Global Grind

Blogging from Enchilada's downtown

Wow! I cannot believe it's been 5 months since I last updated my blog. After a year's long hiatus, I'm working again AND I'm back downtown! I love working in downtown Dallas, because it's convenient to everything and it's always bustling with an energy that is contagious.

I must admit however, that I got into a comfortable routine of being a stay-at-home mom so waking before dawn and getting myself prepared for corporate work, then getting the kids prepared for school and then working a full 8-10 hour day, rushing home to get the kids off to practice for their respective extra-curricular sports as been quite challenging! This is my first week and I'm proud to say that I have transitioned back into the working world quickly.

I feel guilty for not having dinner prepared when the kids get home and I plan to take this weekend to prepare some casseroles and such to refrigerate for next week. And also coming into the office earlier. I survived this week and for now, that is a great accomplishment. :)

Back to downtown, I used to work here about 8 years ago and I visited some of my old haunts. I see so many familiar faces like Reggie who has the booth in Renaissance Tower, the manager and cashier from the cafeteria are still there and the manager from Enchilada's is till the same! Which is where I am blogging from now. If you're ever downtown, stop by Enchilada's and try the chicken and sour cream enchilada's or the homemade tortilla soup. THEY ARE BOTH DEEE-LISH!

Before I head back into the office, I just wanted to update you on some styles I've been checking for this week. Rhianna's style has been quite cute late. I can foresee a trend of colored ankle socks and heels filtrating the young genre's wardrobes. LOL Also, Christina Millian and been dressing very tastefully while also trendy. LOVES them both. I'll try to hit update with pictures later.

TTFN - TaTa for Now! (I just learned that acronym from last night's episode of Bones.)

Lil Kim, Eddie Murphy and Janet

So I was reading online today (well actually late last night) that Lil Kim is making a comeback. According to PerezHilton, she has signed on with Roc Nation and Jay Z is expected to produce her next album.

((((((PAUSE for the CAUSE))))))

Now, I am in no means trying to knock the ancient Asian Barbie! But this is a bit much for me to swallow! Lil Kim hasn't had a hit since that Brooklyn song "Lighters Up" and that was somewhat of a one hit wonder from that album. The last time she was hot was in the late 90's -early 2000s. But this I do know: I know Jay can work wonders (take Rhianna for instance), and Kim used to have quite a stage presence so I'm curious to see where this will go... If Trina can make a comeback then why not little Kim?



In other news, Perez is also reporting that Eddie Murphy says he wants to return to Stand Up routines.

"Within the last six months or so, I started getting an itch to do it again. I started writing stuff… I was like, 'I could go and do 15, 20 minutes right now. Maybe in a couple of months I'll start working out again'. But it'll take a year before I'm ready to go on the road… It's gonna take at least a year to get the rust off; 20 years of rust."

I am EXTREMELY excited to hear this and I hope it turns out to be true. I would die a million deaths if I were able to attend a stand up show with the old Eddie.. Throw in his brother Charlie Murphy as the opening act with act or two starring both brothers ,in between, either on screen or live on the stage...!!!!!!! I'm in HOG HEAVEN!

So if this jumps off, remember you read the idea of the road show set here first. LOL!




Finally, Janet Jackson cut her hair recently and premiered the new "do" across the pond at the UK premier of Why Did I Get Married Too. She looks absolutely AMAZING. For more pictures check out NecoleBitchie.

Cube is a die hard Lakers Fan

Cube's son is the spitting image of him. I love his Afro, it reminds me of my nephew's fro. (Hey Jace!). His wife is looking fly in her black skinny jeans, what appears to be black knee high converse and black leather Lakers jacket. And it looks like has lost some weight. Speaking of Cube, I'm eagerly awaying his new TV series "Are we there yet?" I love family shows with a black cast. My family still watches reruns of the Everybody Hates Chris on BET.

(side bar: It's 90 degrees in the shade in Texas in May so I'm confused when I see people in other parts of the country wearing jackets and leather ones at that.)

Photo credit: theYBF.com

Who is this DIGGY SIMMONS cat?

If you are like me, you enjoyed the family vibe of "Run's House". Rev. Run and Justine were as wholesome as the Cosby's infused with the urban flavor of raising 5 children in a Hip Hop influenced atmosphere. Throw in the fact that your dad is 1/3 part of a groundbreaking rap group, add in wealth and privileges unknown to most, with a strong spiritual background and an Uncle who is the co-founder of Def Jam and all that IT brings. This is not your typical family structure.

However, Rev. Run and Justine appeared to be great parents raising great children. Diggy always had a personality on the show and even started his own fashion blog a few years back. Now he is a rap artist in his own right and I can appreciate his "flow". His lyrics are far from the average dope boy, how many women can I get and how obnoxious can I sound on wax. If you throw in the fact that he's an extremely handsome young man whose interest include unique and distinctive architecture, as well as suggesting the latest 2010 Lanvin sneakers and you have one of the most interesting up and coming young artists of this decade.

He's on my radar people. I suggest you pay attention.

Diggy- What They Been Waiting For from philthegod. on Vimeo.

6 days and counting...

Well, actually it's only 5 business days. Saturday doesn't really count but I'm going to take it however I can get it.

I don't know how to describe the personality I have... when I think about it, I want to say I have a type A personality. For one, because, A is for Anita. and two, it just sounds good. LOL

Okay so I waited until the last minute AGAIN and I have no good excuse why. Other than I get off on working against unbearable deadlines and also, I like to torture myself. Luckily, ya girl has connections, an uncanny vision for the unique and impeccable taste, so it will all be good.

I just need to get the invitations out tomorrow. Get the details finalized by Tuesday. Pick up decorations by Wednesday.. Find me an outfight by Thursday AT THE LATEST AND work out for at least an hour an a half each day until Sat. :(

FIVE DAYS TO FINALIZE... on your mark., get set,. GO!!!!!!!!!