Would You Get A Tattooed Wedding Ring?

Fashion Trend Alert:Celebs ditching the bling for Tattoo rings. | e-zine

Afro-dectomies and Other Hollywood Secrets by Alisa Valdes-Rodriguez

http://alisavaldes.wordpress.com/2010/12/23/afro-dectomies-and-other-hollywood-secrets/

GUYSPEAK SPOTLIGHT: Do I have to go down on her if she goes down on me?

http://www.guyspeak.com/answers/do-i-have-to-go-down-on-her-if-she-goes-down-on-me/

ESPN Alabama Roll Tide Commercial

Anyone who knows a smidgen about college ball will find this commercial hilarious!

Reality Ridiculous: The Tall Man/Short Woman Phenomenon

Listen up.  I am about 5’9”, well above the average height of women in the United States, which is approximately 5’4”.  I have an inexplicable urge to wear stiletto heels, this disorder having emerged at the age of 6 months old – the higher the better.  As you can imagine, a pair of four inch heels will put me at about 6’1”, while a pair of six inch heels boost me to a towering 6’3”.  Now if the average height of an American male is approximately 5’9 ½”, you can imagine that I have a tough time finding a man of adequate height to complement my stature.  So why, pray tell, do I always find extremely tall men, accompanied by women who have only barely escaped elf status, by the skin of their teeth???  Not only that, but both of these parties are known to actively seek one another out!  And to add insult to injury, why is it always the pint sized males who are emboldened enough to approach me and the rest of my Amazon friends?

Happy Monday!

My theme song for the year :) [Fabolous - You Be Killin Em]

Unless Your Name is Oprah, Keep Reading

Okay – you can admit it.  We love to shop.  I do not care from what corner of the world you hail; women have an insuppressible urge to purchase things.  It is somewhat of an athletic event for us, and we prepare for it as such.  In preparation for a serious shopping excursion, I don my sneakers and yoga pants (I’m not the only one!).  As exhilarating as this pastime (re: life sustaining action) may be, it does come with certain drawbacks - like, say, a serious hole in your bank account.  Despite our innate urge to go bat shit crazy during this time of year, it is important to remember that financial responsibility is integral to the survival of today’s independent woman (cue catchy pop song).

Tank - Emergency [Official Music Video]

Ken Doll of the Day

Ken Doll: Tank
Nationality: American
Description: Singer, Song Writer, Producer, Actor
Caption: Tank is is unuquivocally one of the most talented R&B musicians today.  He has an extensive resume that spans singing, mucial production and composition, song writing and acting.  Not only is he fine and talented, he has a winning personality.  If this music thing ever tanks (pun intended) he is sure to have a fall back career in comedy!  Do I really need to explain any further why he is the Ken Doll of the day?

Do You have Sizephobia?

Sizephobia is a real disorder effecting millions of women across the globe every day.  There is no known cure for the disease, outside of getagripidone, which may be very hard to come by in certain cultures.  Do you know someone who suffers from sizephobia?  Perhaps you suffer from the disorder.  If you are unsure, here are a few signs that you may need to seek help.

Versace Spring Summer 2011 Womenswear Full Fashion Show

Gianni Versace’s Death Linked to Mafia Debts

Gianni Versace’s Death Linked to Mafia Debts

Monday's Soundtrack - Keri Hilson - Pretty Girl Rock

Girl Talk

Midge: "In this day and age, is it okay for a woman to propose to a man?"

Cocoa Barbie: "It's not okay for this woman. And if he is not man enough to take my hint or point blank ultimatum - he is obviously not the man for me. That is the problem with men these days. They want their cake and to eat it too, while women are all too willing to bake it and serve it to them on a silver platter."

[HD] Desean Jackson 91 yard Touchdown vs Dallas Cowboys 12/12/2010

Ken Doll of the Day

Ken Doll: DeSean Jackson
Nationality: American
Description: Wide reciever for the Philadelphia Eagles
Caption:  Originally from California, he attended UC Berkley.  He was a second round draft pick for the 2008 NFL Draft, and was picked up by the Eagles, his current team.  Jackson made it as our Ken Doll of the Day due to that unforgetable touchdown during yesterday's game against the Cowgirls.  He covered 91 yards before elaborately falling into the endzone!  Now his touchdown antics have gotten him into some trouble in the past, however, I think this last performance was well worth the 15 yard penalty (BTW - He wasn't even in the endzone when he began showing out - so I don't even know how legitimate that call was!).  Do check out the video!

Friday Classics [Lauryn Hill (HQ) - Tell Him]

Girl Talk

Cocoa Barbie: I need to boycott Facebook.

Midge: Your boycotts last a day.

Cocoa Barbie: Hey! That is why i said "need." I suck at follow through. Stop judging me!

Midge: You would have sucked in the 50s. Like, "Damn, I gotta walk now?!"

Ken Doll of the Day

Ken Doll: Boris Kodjoe
Nationality: Ghanaian/German Austrian
Description: Model; Actor
Caption: This sexy experiment in caramelocity was born and raised in Austria.  He is fluent in 3 languages: French; English; Spanish; and semi-fluent in German.  He attended Virginia Commonwealth University on a tennis scholarship, and has gone on to become a successful model and actor.  Mr. Kodjoe is our tantalizing Ken Doll of the Day.  He's so fine, I had to post two of him!

10 Things That Men Check Out About Women

10 Things That Men Check Out About Women

Girl Talk

Christie: "That's why white people get depressed when they get old; they don't understand the culture of complaint.  This is actually a real study that was done."

Cocoa Barbie: "Hahaha!"

Christie: "Foreigners, minorities, we like to complain, hear other people's problems, get the gory details, and it's actually good for us.  We don't have to pretend that we're happy when we're not.  That's the only reason the receptionist likes me; I ask her questions about her health and pray.

Cocoa Barbie:  "Hahaha!  That is all you need to do for old people to like you - ask about their health and pray."

Christie:  "You know they love them some God."

WARNING: Not only does he have a _______, he is one too....

Hey, Barbies!!!!  Did anyone happen to catch the Real Housewives of Atlanta, last night?  Did you witness the manner in which Peter, Cynthia's fiance, was behaving?  I mean, I understand that he is going through a difficult financial time, however, that is no reason to become a controlling douche-bag!  He actually demanded that his fiancee get off of the phone because he was home preparing dinner (and she did!).  Moreover, how about the way he went off on her good friend, Nene, for no apparent reason.  And let us not forget his declaration from the previous episode, regarding their very uncomfortable engagement, "I did it my way even though she hated it," said Peter. "I did it the way I wanted to do it."  WARNING! WARNING! Cynthia was visibly upset during the engagement scene.

Trust me ladies, I have been around the block a couple of times, and he has the signs of a controlling prick written all over him.  Sweet Cynthia had better be careful before she ties herself to a controlling/abusive asshole.  That type of behavior should not be tolerated and needs to be checked, immediately!

Ken Doll of the Day

Ken Doll: Hill Harper
Nationality: American
Description: Actor, Author, Activist
Caption: An alumnus of Harvard Law School, he is best known for his portrayal as Dr. Sheldon Hawkes on the series CSI: NY.  But not only that, this sexy Ken Doll has authored three books,  Letters to a Young Brother, published in 2006, Letters to a Young Sister: DeFINE Yourself, published in 2008 and The Conversation, published in 2009, geared towards enhancing the African American community.  He is most certainly our Ken Doll of the Day!  Damn he's fine (and smart!).

Women Trump Men in the Lying Game

Women love to tout the dishonesty of men.  “Dirty lying dogs,” is one phrase that I have heard numerous times over.  Although women love to heap the blame on a man when they find out that he is a low down, dirty hoe, they need to start taking responsibility for the ways in which they have nurtured such behavior.  The reality of the matter is that we, as women, love to deceive ourselves.  We lie to ourselves about weight, shoe size, men, anything you can imagine.  Most oft, the biggest lies that we tell are not to others, but rather, to ourselves.

Happy Monday!

Girl Talk

Midge: "Monday, it's not you, it's me."

Kings Of Leon - Use Somebody

Damn, I love this song.

Ken Doll of the Day

Ken Doll: Osi Umenyiora
Nationality: Nigerian British
Description: New York Giants Football Player
Caption: This defensive end also has a tight end and knows how to perform in the...ahem...I mean on the field.  Here's to hoping he leads my Giants to another Superbowl win. Let's go G-Men!

File It Under, "Girl, That's Something White Women Do!"

Recently I have been having the urge to go on a one woman getaway.  I can recall a few months back, a married friend of mine revealed to me the exact same thing, and asked me if I thought it was selfish.  My response to her was, "Hell yes!  And furthermore, girl, that's something white women do."

So why then, months later, has this idea popped into my head as if it were my own.  Taking real time to pontificate this phenomenon, I have come to realize that the everyday stress of being a career woman and devoted sisterfriendfamilygirlwonderwoman has really worn me down.  Faced with my frayed nerves, and absolutely no sign of a reduction in the tasks/issues that burden me, a solo vacation appears to be as attractive as Morris Chestnut in  The Best Man. 

Raheem DeVaughn - She's Single (Official Video)

Okay, I'll admit. When I first listened to the song, I wasn't paying attention to the video.  I was just grooving to the music.  Well!  I just watched it for the tenth time...actually watched it in full not taking my eyes of the screen, and finally, I SEE everything that is going on in the video!  Total gasp, pearl clutching, lip biting moment.  Daaaaaaamn!  Parental discretion is advised!

Outfit of the Day

Black NY & Company Tights
Black, INC, Pleatead and Belted, High-Waisted Skirt
Black Tank
Moss Green, Courdoroy Zora Blazer
Knee-High, Black, Leather Boots

It's Not Baby Fat; It's Fat, Baby: Why Black Women Need to be Honest About Weight

An educated Black brother expressed to me that he was “tired of not seeing any black women at the gym.”  The thing is, he had a very valid point.  I joined a new gym about a month ago, and they have not seen me since.  Now granted, I moved away from the area shortly thereafter and have been busier than Eliot Spitzer in a whorehouse; however, I seriously doubt that I would have kept regular gym hours if this was not the case.  Generally speaking, Black women tend to list a variety of excuses as to why they simply do not work out.

-  It will mess up my hair.  (FAT will mess up your body!)

-  I love my body just the way it is.  (Does your body feel the same way???)

-  My weight is genetic; black women have more curves.  (Have you curved into a circle???)

-  Work and family.  (If you do not take care of yourself, you may not be around to take care of anyone else.)

My mission for the next 365 days is to make sure I engage in regular, exertive, physical activity, and here is why you should too.

Ken Doll of the Day

Ken Doll: Adam Rodriguez
Nationality: Puerto Rican/Cuban American
Description: Actor
Caption: He is best known for his role as Eric Delko on CSI: Miami and starring opposite Taraji P. Henson in the acclaimed Tyler Perry film, I Can Do Bad All By Myself.  He is enjoyable to watch; this man oozes "IT" factor.  And as an added bonus, he is always pleasant and charming during interviews without being arrogant.  All of these attributes have made this sexy Latino thespian the Ken Doll of the Day.

Ken Doll of the Day

Ken Doll: Pooch Hall
Nationality: American
Description: Actor
Caption: He is best known for his role as Derwin on the hit series, The Game (and having a really ridiculous name).  He is great eye candy, but part of his appeal is his realistic portrayal of "the ways of men."  This combo makes him the Ken Doll of the Day.

Happy Monday!

Battle of the Barbies!

Lil Kim- Black Friday (Nicki Minaj Diss) (FULL SONG) CDQ DIRTY

Okay, from one Barbie to another, I'm on team Kim.  What can I say; I grew up on her! Besides, Nicki annoys the Maybeline mascara out of me!  But besides my very obvious bias, Kim has totally gone in!  Check-mate!  (And after re-reading this, I realize that I have way too many exclamation points in this post. But damn it, I meant every last one of them!)

Girl Talk

Cocoa Barbie: "How do you walk in to get your kid an abstinence ring with side boob showing?!"
Midge: "I thought the same thing! Open back! Side boob! Hooker hair!...If I had a diamond abstinence ring, I may have stayed a virgin."
Cocoa Barbie: "Please!"

Today's Outfit

Pajamas and Prada glasses!!!  I love Sundays :)

Ken Doll of the Day

Ken Doll: Idris Elba
Nationality: Ghanaian/Sierra Leonean British
Description: Actor
Caption: He is the tantalizing, chocolate, piece of heaven with the sexy accent.  Not only does he look good, he acts well too.  All of these things make this African brother worthy of the title, Ken Doll of the Day.

On the Topic of Haters, i.e. "Jealous Bitches"

Real Encounter 1
Cocoa Barbie: Lol!  Girl, you're so fake!
Teresa: No, you know what's fake?  Your hair. (blank stare)

Real Encounter 2
Teresa:  Please!  You spend hours on your makeup!
Cocoa Barbie:  Ummm...I work.  10 to 15 minutes is enough time for makeup application.

Real Encounter 3
Teresa:  Why are you all dressed up?  Geeze, this isn't a fashion show!
Cocoa Barbie:  Ummm...I always dress like this.  What's the problem?

I am never an advocate for giving haters attention that they DON'T deserve, however, today I feel I need to express myself.... 

INTurrN3T TuRNs Kidz n2 Tear-able SPeLL3rz

http://newsfeed.time.com/2010/11/23/study-internet-turns-kids-into-terrible-spellers/

Girl Talk

Cocoa Barbie: "Yeesh! And here I thought I was a bit on the conservative end!"

Midge: "Me too! I thought I was conservative and that you were the purveyor of a nunnery."

Ken Doll of the Day

Ken Doll: Willy Monfret
Nationality: French
Description: DJ; Model; Actor
Caption: I mean, who looks like this?  Really?! (If you're curious about why he looks familiar, he's the hottie from the Nicki Minaj video.  Best french import since the french fry.)



And you are....?

I was talking to my cousin in the car the other day, and she was laughing hysterically over some ridiculousness that I had spouted, when she suddenly turns to me and says, "You should do YouTube videos or yourself just talking!"  I toyed with the idea for a few moments before coming to the conclusion that immortalizing my innermost thoughts on film may not be the best thing, as I am decidedly inappropriate.  The next best thing?  A blog! [Because no one has ever done that before.]  Anyways, this is Cocoa Barbie, the uncensored version.  Reader discretion is advised.

Today's Outfit

Work Outfit, November 23, 2010:
Black Slacks
Black Heels
Cream Turtle Neck (Is there anyone else who is always tempted to spell "neck" with a "k"?!)
Black and Cream Pinstripe Blazer
Diamond Ring
Simple, Dangling, Princess Cut, Rhinestone Earrings