All This Diva Wants For Christmas Is….

I haven’t been over indulging in Christmas this year, not that I don’t care about the season; it’s simply depressing. Nevertheless I have come up with a Christmas list. I secretly hope Santa has the internet and logs onto my blog, as this would assure my existence in 2010.

Christmas isn’t all about presents and what you can gain materially, it’s meant to involve spending quality time with your loved ones; if you haven’t got anyone, I’m sure there’s enough room around my table, to squeeze a few people in. We continuously depend on Christmas to depress us then excite us; in that exact order. We should all be happy that we’re housed, warm and have people around us, whether over the phone or physically. This is not a rant, this is my Christmas list, so be prepared.

 

1. I love Leopard print, It’s the only time I’m allowed to be an animal, I  really would love a pair of Leopard print slippers and a dressing gown. Just so I can be as warm and smug like a cat. gwwwrrrl!

2. I want as many pillows that can fit on my bed, I want to be able to write in my own world of comfort and pillows. (Imagine the quality, the life, good diva times). And no it’s not because they act as sound mufflers.

 

3. Extreme? No, I need a Mac book, this is more of a necessity if anything, being a writer, you need to pack some power and as much as I hate to admit it, Acer just doesn’t provide the kick I need.

  4. This doesn’t have to be a Christmas present, just a gift! To be honest, I love New York (I’m not talking about the hood loving Tiffany from MTV), I would love the opportunity to live in the big apple and breathe the same air, many successful writers and creative’s once were refreshed by. I want to study there, build my life on the other side of that big blue pond and see where and how far I get. (I’m hoping prime time TV, perhaps? Can you see me being an Oprah/ Mo’nique presenter?)

 

5. This isn’t something I physically want for myself, my last request is something I ask of everyone reading this right now. Christmas is a very lonely time, for a lot of people, I can not begin to stress how vital it is to make sure your friends are safe, and have somewhere to go. Socially you may not be responsible, morally you may not understand; ‘Imagine if you were in their shoes’.

You might not have the money to buy cards, or gifts, but a smile, a gesture and a hug is worth far more than an Iphone , and find it in your heart to invite your lonely friends around for Christmas dinner, your family won’t mind.

So I ask, you all

‘Offer A Helping Hand’ this Christmas. 

 

Have a wicked Christmas everyone. Enjoy it, Relax and Drink!!

Peace, Love and Christmas wishes.

Therryi-Jay

xxx

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Put Your N’s On It….NaijaMan/Flygerian

After a weekend of blatant intoxication, I sat in front of my friends 50 inch television, searching for inspiration. Generally when you’re bored, drunk or awake and have nothing to watch on the 999 channels provided by Sky, there is no other option than to channel hop. I seemed to come across a channel dedicated to Nigerian culture, at first with my non-racist, rude self I made a joke beyond the lines of “What are they going to show us? A chef telling us how to cook Jolloff rice for the whole village”. To my surprise I was mistaken, and my intentional pun was used against me. Statistically Nigeria is pioneering in both it’s film and music industries whilst combining rap, electro beats and our favourite Nollywood stars, whom are featured in these western influenced music videos. After physically coming to terms with my stomach muscles working overtime, due to the British African comedy show, this great video, of a tiny, little boy, RAPPING, like Weezy, Kid Cudi and Chingy; with a native twist.

He goes by the name of Lil JoJo, he was plastered over our computer screens in late 2008, showcasing his imitation of Jigga (Jay-Z). Who said viral video’s doesn’t create a star! He has recently released a Nigerian hip-hop song called Gini (I’m not African, so I don’t know what it means), although not age appropriate; it’s an actual catchy, toe tapping song.

Nigerian culture is forever expanding, and we’re seeing the Naija-Man and Flygerian brands create a following only witnessed by those on the front line. With artists such as Bigz, Kidderachi, Kid Bliss and Afrikan Boy standing strong and representing their culture, being Nigerian is no longer something to hide or be ashamed of. Being Nigerian is officially the new nationality to be. Ten years ago, we would have never predicted this change, although not from Africa directly, I’m very proud to see justice, poverty and life restore it’s original self. Where people can be, who they want to be.

Peace, Love and NaijaBoyz

Therryi-Jay

xxx

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Let’s Get It On! - Durex

With Christmas and NYE in sight, many people; young and old will once again be living it large.

Consciously with alcohol, drugs and energy being distributed, whilst we all engage in our celebrations with family and friends, one thing many people forget, whilst in the mist of the moment is, to use a condom. Sexual transmitted diseases are becoming more common in our society, and regardless of how easily treated these diseases are becoming; equally there are as many infections, that can’t be cured.

So in the spirit of sexual health and great celebrations (dam right good protected sexual encounters). I think it’s my PBD duty to show you this AD from DUREX. (Prepare yourself, for shock).

 

Peace, Love and Safe Sex

Therryi-Jay

xxx

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Toni Braxton ft Trey Songz- Yesterday

Yesterday is the new song presented to us by Toni Braxton, featuring the young sex addict Trey Songz, Yesterday is the ultimate sing –along.

With great composition, and adorable hooks, this is the break up song of 2009 but also the make-up song, (if you get my rowdy drift). One that will have heartbroken females, metrosexuals and gay guys alike, rehearsing this anthem as if their country had won an award. The classical arrangement of this song is far more than extraordinary and I feel as though it’s my greedy duty to give you this exclusive.

I present the aforementioned ‘Yesterday’ oh yeah did I fail to tell you, Trey Songz is a hottie in this video, but then all the chocolate guys gracing us with their presence seem to get me rewinding the video and contributing to the views. (100 times maybe lol).

Peace, Love and Yesterday

Therryi-Jay

xxx

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Diva-Dence

Over the past few months, we can all admit that financially, we’ve been in a zone that simply replicate the ghost towns, of the recent ambushed Afghanistan.

In due course we will overcome this terrible situation, we now call the recession, I tend to visualise it as, ‘the ghetto, getting bigger’ but let’s not get into that, so much more controversy can be caused. (If I want to, that is).

So down to the cream of the crop, or the cheese. Diva-Dence is nothing more than plain simple, sexy, oozing confidence. It’s not generic, so imitation isn’t a form of flattery when it comes to Diva-Dence .

There is and will always be people around you, who hope nothing more, than to see you fail –in each and every attempt you take to strive. These exact people should be forbidden from your life, especially if you notice the hatred they have towards you –how do you know if someone wants to see you fail?

You know if someone wants to see you fail when, they enjoy when you’re down, they don’t have wise words of encouragement, and they throw things back in your face –just to see you struggle.

But we all need to remember, how can someone make you feel bad about yourself, you’re not in a competition with your hearth and your brain, because when it comes down to it, the same blood is being circulated. We as individuals control how we feel about ourselves, therefore in hindsight we control how people feel towards us.

Confidence is an attraction, am I right? Diva-Dence however is irresistible.

Confidence can be quite obscure, you can act confident. But Diva-Dence is a lifestyle, it’s not being like Naomi or JLO, but it’s being YOURSELF. No one can eliminate your Diva-Dence and call it an act, because it’s how you are. How can someone tell you how to be? Isn’t individuality encouraged in society?

All I can continue to stress is, smile. And the day will be better. In these ironic, unfortunate times, we can’t afford to hate ourselves, if anything, we’re the one’s who we need to love.

For all those Confident Lads and Ladies out there. C’mon now! Diva-Dence is what you need.

Love, Peace and Diva-Dence

Therryi-Jay

xxx

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