Faves! Hair, Body, Books

Peace Family,

Seeing that we are at the half way point in this year, I thought it fitting to do an update on my favorite things thus far. This video is filled with skin care, hair care, body care, and mental care (just books) lol. I hope you enjoy it. Feel free to share with friends and fam. Until the next post, peace and light.

Cee <3

 

Shorty Got Her Own...Liquid Sewage to Clean

Peace Family,

I write this post following what I have decided was the worst day of my adult life. My sister, who I purchased my first home with, agrees. Her and I spent the later part of yesterday cleaning raw sewage out of our basement. That's right. We had a wet vacuum that we used to suck up all matter and evil and dump. And, after doing that to the best of our ability, we cleaned the basement as best we could.

There are certain things in life that a person never wants to do. You have your list. I have mine. I never even thought to include cleaning raw sewage but now it is at the top of my list. Please don't get me wrong. I am not "knocking" anybody's line of work. I am simply stating that I am not cut out for cleaning sewage and after doing so, I'll never be the same. I'll never smell the same, breath the same, or even think the same. It was a traumatic experience. To all my "single ladies" out there with your "own house" and your "own car" I applaud you because behind all the glamour of "having your own" there is a lot of SHIT!!!

Cee <3

 

Devon Franklin's Testimony

Peace Family,

I had to come and share. I have been listening to this off and on for the past two days and it is so powerful. Please take a listen and share with whomever you please.

Cee<3

 

Enlightenment: Jay Z

Peace Family,

I really enjoy listening to uplifting, positive, logical messages and the one below is definitely one of the best I've heard this week and it is from one of my favorite thinkers Mr. Jay Z. If you have read my blog or subscribed to my YouTube channel, then you know that I did a review of his book Decoded when it came out. I'll post the video for that below as well. Listen, enjoy, and pass on to a friend.

Love and Light,

Cee<3

 

I fell down the steps this morning...

Actually, it was my second time falling this week but that's another story. I got up this morning to fix my tea like I do every morning and fell down the steps. And it wasn't one of those fall get back up real quick falls. I fell and slid and kept on sliding and couldn't even get a hold on the rail to stop the fall. When I finally stop sliding, I started to laugh, and laugh, and laugh. In fact, I laughed so hard that I was drooling lol omg I can't believe I'm writing this..But anyway, why am I telling you this? I'm sharing for a few reasons 1)I have to tell somebody, who knows somebody, who could tell somebody else that I literally busted my A$$ twice in one week. 2)I never knew falling could be so hilarious. 3)If you see me limping around, you will know why. I hope this makes somebody laugh this morning. Remember: "We fall down, but we get up" lol I'm done. Y'all have a good one.

Peace and Light,

Cee<3
(Sleep deprived)

Double Standard: Nikki Minaj "Lookin A** N***as"

Disclaimer: I am and have not ever been a "Nikki Minaj fan."

Disclaimer 2: I have never promoted the use of the "N" word even though I know people who use the word freely. To each his/her own. No shade here.

With that being said, I am coming to her defense, in whatever small way, in regards to her recent song "Lookin A** N***as." In a time when I can turn on the radio in my car and hear Chris Brown and Lil Wayne's "Loyal" playing on three different radio stations at once, I cannot believe the backlash Nikki Minaj is receiving for this song and especially from women. Ok, I know two wrongs don't make a right. It is not ok for men to bash women or vice versa which is addressed in more detail in Hill Harper's "The Conversation" which I did a book review on a few years ago and you can check it out here. (Shameless self promotion.) However, in an industry that is very much still male dominated and continuously allows for the release of songs that berate women in a multitude of ways, why is everyone so upset about Nikki Minaj's song? I'm asking this question genuinely because I have not seen or heard as much criticism for songs released by men who say pretty much the same things about "some women." Nikki outlines exactly who she is talking about when she says "look at y'all b**** a** n***gas lying on your d**k a** n***as/ frontin like they got a plan when it's really boost mobile a** n***as/look at y'all lying a** n*** as talking bout it's paid off when its really financed niggas." So, to use a line that is most often dropped by men who don't understand why women get upset about certain rap songs "if this is not you, why are you mad?" I would be interested to read your comments or feedback. Feel free to share this post but in the meantime I'm leaving Nikki's video below for your listening/viewing pleasure.

Always love and light,

Cee<3

 

Teedra Moses

Peace Family,

Y'all remember Teedra right? You know tracks like Be Your Girl and Complex Simplicity. Well, I saw this interview from BlackTree Tv with her and was just so happy to see her still thriving and blessing the world with her talent. She is an awesome song writer and has the ability to move people with words in a way that is aw inspiring. Check out the video below. I hope you enjoy and feel free to share :)

Love and Light,

Cee<3

 

What's been up with your girl?

Peace Family,

It has been a busy summer so far. I can't believe how fast we made it to July! I measure the summer in how many days I have until school starts back lol But anyway, I made the video below to let my YouTube family as well as you all know, what I've been up to. I hope you enjoy. Feel free to share and tell me what you have been up to so far this summer.

Peace and light,

Cee<3

 

TGIF! Song of the Day: "Love's In Need of Love Today"

Peace Family,

Thank God it's Fridayyyyyy!!!! I woke up this morning with this song on my heart and thought I would share. I love Stevie. He sings my heart and represents a time when music was fun, creative, and still had depth. Enjoy the song. What songs are you listening to?

Cee<3

I Got A Face Lift!

Peace Family,

HoneyCee.blogspot.com got a face lift!! Check it out :) Let me know what you think. Have a happy Memorial Day weekend!! If you know or see any troops, show them some love. I'm going to spend my holiday lounging with the family bka "The Boons."

Song of the Day: Will I Am "Power"

Peace Family,

I've been loving this song lately. It's something I could listen to in the car with my nephews and not feel guilty about lol Check it out and let me know what you think in the comments below. What have you been listening to lately?

Song of the Day: J. Moss "We Must Praise"

Hey Fam,

I'm come to you all from my room feet kicked up after a very long, but satisfying day. And all I wanted to do was listen to this song. It was just on my heart. I hope it does something for you too. Let me know how you like it and feel free to share your favorite songs below. Until next time, I wish you all peace and light.

Cee <3

 

Song of the Day: Eric Clapton "Change The World"

I was singing this song all day yesterday so I thought I should make a song of the day of it. I hope you enjoy. Feel free to share :)

Cee<3

The Perfect Fall/Holiday Song: Delilah "Shades of Grey"

I've been listening to this song a lot lately. It's the peace in my otherwise extremely busy schedule. It builds and settles and leaves me with an overall calm feeling. So, I thought I'd share it with you and hopefully you will like it too. Feel free to leave your favorite song/s of the moment below. I'd love to give them a listen :) Until next time,..

Cee<3

Fifty year old in twenty year old's body..

This is often how I feel. I had a long day of work and class came home and all I wanted to hear was this..

 



 And this is not an isolated event. It happens all the time. if its not Stevie its Maze. If its not Maze its Chaka. Speaking of Chaka...few songs make me feel better than "Hollywood" when I'm stuck in traffic. Well anyway, I'm rambling. Just wanted to share a song :) Share if you like. Tty in the next post!

Cee<3

Music Therapy: Nas "Cherry Wine"

Between a very hectic work and school schedule, I've needed a little music therapy to maintain my mellow. As of late, Nas has been the cure. I've literally started every morning for the past week with "Cherry Wine." Give it a listen and let me know what you think. I hope it adds a little something to your day ;).

Cee<3

Leave it to Anita...

So I was blessed this morning. Not just for waking up, having good health, family, friends and the love of God in my life, but blessed to have the pleasure of hearing one of my favorite singers has revamped one of my favorite songs. Who am I talking about that would warrant such a grand introduction? None other than Ms. Anita Baker! If you know me then you know, I ADORE her. Her voice reaches to the very heart of me. There was never a summer cookout, a relaxed Sunday, or holiday without Ms. Anita playing in the background. She is a part of the soundtrack to my childhood. One song from her on an antsy day will mellow me right out. Feel free to check out her version of Tyrese’s “Lately” below. Wishing you a peaceful and productive day.

Cee<3

Song of the Day: Sinatra "Come Fly With Me"

It's something about this song that makes me feel like celebrating. It's so happy and festive and generally puts me in a great mood. I'll be using this day off to relax with fam and friends and thank God for the liberties that we have in this country. I wish you all a safe and festive independence day!

Peace and light,

Cee<3