Sunday, November 28, 2010

Naija Throwback: James Brown

James Brown visiting Nigeria in the 1970s! 

"The Way You Are" Official Video by Darey


Hate it or love it ?

Did you Know ~ Thanksgiving Turkey


Roasted goose was indeed the favoured bird for celebrations in 16th century England, however when the pilgrims arrived in America from England wild turkeys were of more abundance in the land. Since they were easier to find than geese they soon became the official thanksgiving mascot even though the pilgrims and Indians celebrated the 1st thanksgiving with goose and other types of birds.

Friday, November 19, 2010

Need to Bitch? Check out FMy Life!


F*** my life is this delightful website that lets its users bitch about their horrid days. I have to admit it has become quite the guilty pleasure because when I think am having a bad day I go on there to read a few posts and it reminds me my life could be worse. If you would like to bitch to the whole world or just feel better about a crappy day like me, check out FMyLife.

 www.fmylife.com

 Today, my fiancé — a top chef — called me at work to make sure I would be home on time for the extra special dinner he'd prepared for me. The occasion, as I later discovered, was the end of our engagement. FML

Sunday, November 14, 2010

Darey Alade as 'The Captain' in the Sound of Music


Nigerian R&B singer Darey Art Alade, will be taking on the role of Captain Von Trapp in a performance with the Amemuso choir. The Amemuso choir is headed by Cecilia Toleda de Schmillen, wife of the German Ambassador to Nigeria. The show will take place on November 15th 2010 at the Transcorp Hilton's Congress Hall in Abuja. 


The Amemuso choir is very talented combining that with one of the greatest musicals ever... this would definitely be an experience!

'Seven' Debuts in Nigeria

'Seven' a play directed and produced by Ms Krausz Sjögren is making its debut in Abuja, Nigeria. The play depicts seven women rights activists from across the world including Nigerian women's right advocate, Hafsat Abiola. The play debuted in New York to rave reviews and hopefully its message will be well received in Nigeria. 

Did You Know ~ Checkmate


The word 'Checkmate' in chess comes from the Persian phrase "Shah Mat" which translates to "the king (Shah) is dead (Mat)."

Thursday, November 11, 2010

Double Take: 9ice Vs The Doberman




 Is this family? I think so... Okay I know its kind of mean but I saw this picture of 9ice and I couldn't stop thinking about how much he reminded me of a Doberman!

Gallery of Poems from Vlisco!!!












Vlisco debuts a new fabric collection entitled 'Gallery of Poems'. The fabric is displayed in a beautiful collection that highlights its beauty, colourfulness, and the dramatic potential of the fabric. I instantly think elegant birds like the beautiful peacock, its quite enchanting!