Jul252011 by Blondie's StaffNo Comments

Moving On

Pinks
If I let myself remember the good times, I would surely crumbleIf I allow myself to remember how good you could make me feel, you would find me at your feetYou’re not good for me….I know that better than I know my own name…So why does it still hurt when we argue?Why do you still have this way of getting under my skin better than anyone else?What have you done to me?I was here when you weren’tI tried when you didn’tI sacrificed when you refusedAnd even now, all my efforts are spit back in my faceI used to be strong…..But you took my soulI used to be happy…….But you took my smileAnd now as I try to regain some semblance of a life, you refuse to let me have itI’ve…
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Jul252011 by Blondie's Staff2 Comments

Bittersweet Smile

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My newfound smile is bittersweet….The night is starry and the sky is darkAnd all I can do is stare into the unknown….I’ve never been one to get trapped by fairytalesNor have I been one to get sucked into the notion of soul mates…..I have come to completely ignore the goosebumps that I get whenever I see youI swat at the butterflies that appear in my stomach whenever I hear your voiceI always ignore when you read my emotions and my voice like you’re reading from a book that you have written with your own handsI can’t get sucked inI won’t get sucked in I can feel the air like a ghost across my skinAnd if I close my eyes I can hear the insects and the animals that roam the…
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Jul252011 by Blondie's StaffNo Comments

EAT This NOT That: Blondie’s Edition

Neutrals
I love our faithful readers so much and your advice and input is greatly appreciated. The idea for this article came from one of our loyal readers, so thank you!The popular nutritional book Eat this not That is actually a series of books that offer alternatives to some of our favorite foods. Seeing as how I am on this healthy living and lifestyle journey, I decided to share a few of my own suggestions with our readers.                                                                                             1.      One 8oz glass of 2% Reduced Fat Milk--120 Calories, 4 grams of fat, 8 grams of protein instead of One 8oz glass of Vitamin D/Whole Milk-- 160 Calories, 9 grams of fat, 8 grams of protein *Most doctors and nutritionists recommend 1% or Skim Milk, however these taste too much like water…
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Jul252011 by Blondie's StaffNo Comments

Purity

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I’m on a quest for purityFeeling like I might loose my sanityIt’s so hard for me not to be meI mean the real meMust I change who I amEverything I’ve ever knownThis transformation feels like it’s too much to take onWho I am and will always beDefines meI mean the real meSo, on my quest for purityI’ll try to maintain my sanityFor I wouldn’t be me If I didn’t carry onKaydee      
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Jul252011 by Blondie's StaffNo Comments

Dear Bently

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  Relationships: One to ManyWhat About your friendsGrowing up my mom used to remind me that one is a reflection of the people they associate themselves with. Not saying that you can't be different or not participate in similar acts, but to others outside your circle, the worst actions are presumed for everyone.For instance, if one of your friends is hoe, and others are aware of her friendly acts, people assume that everyone in your circle is a hoe too. People take things at face value instead of finding what's really going on.  A friendship is just like any relationship: it requires communication, time, empathy, and sacrifice. It is a two way street; give and take. Me and my friends love each other like sisters and we care about each…
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Jul112011 by Blondie's Staff3 Comments

Content

Pinks
I released the breath of relief that has been lying dormant in my lungs my entire lifeI am contentFinally….There are spare moments throughout my day where I don’t think about anythingDon’t worry about anythingAnd I don’t stress about anythingI can close my eyes and just existThis is my happiness..It’s taken long enough…I’m not as naïve, however, to discount the fact that this came to be the moment you entered my lifeIt’s not easy….We’re not easy….But loving you is as easy as breathingAnd everything else will take care of itselfI put a lot of stock in intuitionBut I am also careful to back up my instincts with realities gathered from direct experiencesWe are soul matesThrough and throughMy proof lies in our conversationsIn our quiet momentsIn the moments where we can completely…
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Jul112011 by Blondie's Staff5 Comments

HOTT Summer Health and Beauty Advice!

Neutrals
Summer is here and BA-BY it is HOTT, so I decided to compile a few health and beauty tips to help you get through the rest of these scorching summer days: *Need something to keep your skin soft, smooth, and radiant?!? Palmers Deep Radiance Oil Gel is a great product to add to your summer beauty regimen (Make sure you do not get Palmers Moisturizing Gel this one will leave you sliding all over the place) Vaseline’s Cocoa Butter Oil Gel work wonders for your skin as well. Both products are wonderful and they do not leave your skin feeling heavy, oily, or greasy. I highly recommend these products.*Are certain areas of your body unusually darker than the rest or have you gotten a really dark tan and you want to…
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Jul112011 by Blondie's Staff2 Comments

Outlook From Within

Pinks
When I think about the many things that God has done for me in my life a smile comes over my face. To think that someone can care so much for you and stand by you, when no one else is around brings me joy. So why then do we not take the time to fully glorify God? I’m not talking about just reading the Bible or getting daily scriptures sent to your phone from various apps. I’m talking about really glorifying him and lifting up his name for all that he has done for us.Women are supposed to be strong individuals who “hold” everything around them down. So much pressure is put on a woman because we constantly have to prove ourselves. It is easy then, for women to…
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Jul112011 by Blondie's Staff3 Comments

Unrequited

Pinks
I’m done with the gamesThe lies and the miscommunication and the secrets that I’m not toldWe were suppose to be differentWe were suppose to be above the normBut yet you still carry on behind my back as if I’m that naïveI know about the textsThe calls that end with “I Love You Too”,When I’m not the one on the receiving end of that callHow is it possible that you can still look at me with love in your eyes?….when you love someone elseHow is it you can still tell me I mean something to you?…..when I’m not the only one who doesMaybe I missed something?A big sign that was suppose to warn me about thisI felt something was wrongLike something was going on behind my backBut I believed your words…
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Jul112011 by Blondie's Staff2 Comments

Dear Bently

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Relationships: One to ManyBoundaries                So with all my relationship experience one thing I do know is MEN HAVE ISSUES WITH CREATING BOUNDARIES.  When an “ex” is no longer in the picture, she/he needs to know their place. Ex means; old, no longer, left out, TOTALLY IRRELEVANT. So with that being said, an en ex should not be included in the present relevant picture. Honesty is the best policy in these instances because sometimes the “other” person does not know they are over stepping their boundaries. In every relationship communication is key. For example, my friend’s boyfriend is in a picture with another girl that is a “friend”. This “friend” likes my friend’s boyfriend. So my friend has asked him about the picture, you know like when was this picture taken,…
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Jul112011 by Blondie's Staff2 Comments

Lip Service: Who is Frank Ocean?!?

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Frank Ocean is an artist who you may want to pay close attention to within the upcoming months. The buzz has consistently gotten louder since the release of his first mixtape nostalgia, ULTRA in February and the scheduled re-release of the mixtape on July 26th by Def Jam Records.So who is this Frank Ocean guy anyways? Frank Ocean is 23 years old and was born in New Orleans, LA. His birth name is Christopher Breaux. He briefly attended University of New Orleans before being forced to evacuate in August 2005 when Hurricane Katrina devastated the city.He has written songs for various artists including, Justin Bieber, John Legend, and Brandy. He even wrote the song, “I Miss You” off of Queen Bey’s fourth solo album “4”. Ocean is getting the attention…
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