White Sorority Wins Step Off

So I'm browsing Essence.com and I come across an article about how a White sorority caused some controversy by winning the national Sprite Step-Off Competition . I watch the video and wow these girls are amazing, I mean they are on it! I'm not sure how the other groups performed, but I could see why they won the grand prize. However, as I continued to read on, because the win caused such an uproar , Sprite apparently re-counted the votes and then called it a tie with the AKA's. I started laughing, wow here we go again with the race factor. I thought this competition was about talent not race. I have to be honest I was a little shocked at first, but after 5 minutes of watching, I could tell these ladies had some real talent. I have to give them kudos for entering an all Black competition. I like how at the end the guy says "stepping is for everyone, if you can step you can step", I have to agree. When you get a chance you should head over to Essence.com and read some of the ridiculous comments people made. Just goes to show how ignorant people can be both Black and White. I've posted the video below. I'll let you be the judge.

World Music

I am a huge lover of music. I know most people will agree with me when I say that music is like therapy. I can comfortably say that there is a song out there for every mood I'm in. I enjoy it all....jazz, r&b, rock, hip-hop, classical, trip hop, electronica, and world music. These days I've been listening to a lot of world music. My love for music from other countries began my junior year of college. I remember it clearly, I was finished with classes and decided to do some web surfing, not really looking for anything particular I stumbled on this Swedish/Eritrean rap artist named Feven. I know....some of you are thinking swedish rap? Really? I had no idea what she was saying but I know that I liked the beats and I thought she had a nice flow. I later found out (from a swedish classmate) that most of her songs were about politics, mainly political issues going on in her native country Eritrea. Don't know what happend to her as I haven't seen or heard any new stuff from her since. So thus began my curiosity and love for foreign music. I might not know what is being said, but I can appreciate the different rythems, beats, and sounds being used. No doubt world music can be in english as well. In fact alot of international artist are starting to sing more in english to appeal to larger audience's.  Below are a few of my favorites at the moment. These artist are currently in rotation on my ipod.

Bollywood

Well most of my friends and family know by now, that I am a huge fan of Bollywood films! For those that don't know, a Bollywood film is an East Indian film that usually consist of music and dance. I first got introduced to Bollywood a couple of years ago by an Indian co-worker. I have been hooked ever since. What first got my attention was of course the song and dance. I love Indian music and I just love the way they move, and of course you gotta love all the bright colorful costumes they wear. Right now my favorite actress is Madhuri Dixit. She's been in the business for many years and has made well over a hundred films. I love her acting and of course her traditional Indian dance is on point. If you have never watched a Bollywood film and your into foreign films, music, and dance. I highly recommend you check them out, there are tons of titles to choose from.  Below are a few scenes from some of my favorite Bollywood films. Enjoy!!

Beta






Devdas

Aaja Nachle 

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

Travelista In The Making

So for as long as I can remember, I have wanted to travel internationally. I know, I know I'm kind of late in the game, but better late than never right? So I really want to travel abroad alone, and have been getting a lot of back lash for it. I personally think it would be a very liberating experience, and I like the thought of not having to be on somebody's else's schedule. Many have told me that I'm crazy for wanting to travel abroad by myself, especially being a women and all. "What about human trafficking"? one of my friends asked. Well what about it? Granted it happens all over the world, but should I let that stop me from traveling? What am I supposed to do? Hide under a rock and come out when it is safe? I think not. I did some research and women all over the world are traveling by themselves these days. Is it dangerous to travel? Sure, there is always the risk of running into danger wherever you go. However, with common sense and good judgement it can be done. I would love to go to South America, I'm thinking Peru or Venezula.

I came across an article on ymib.com featuring two young ladies Andrea and Teri from travelistatv.com. The two document their travels and show what's its like to be a true travelista.  Check out a video on their travel to Italy.