This Fall, GRAMMY(R) Award-Winning Artist Monica Makes Her Reality Debut With New Series 'MONICA' on Tuesday, October 27, at 10:00 p.m.*

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Award-Winning Comedienne and Actress Mo'Nique Makes a Highly Anticipated Return to BET for New Late Night Show Debut, 'THE MO'NIQUE SHOW,' Premiering this Fall

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Hello Good People,

Last weekend, I went to see Chico Debarge and Joe. The opening act was Bella Donna. They are a local band. I wanted to link to their song but I couldn't find them on Myspace. I think that I found them on Facebook. I sent a friend request. If it is them, I will post the link for you to check them out. They were really good. Chico is so handsome in person. He didn't perform my favorite Chico Debarge song. Yes, I have one. It is Listen To Your Man. He did all his other songs. Joe is a master on the stage. His confidence upped his appeal factor. There is something about him on stage that doesn't come across on tv or in videos. If you have an opportunity, see him you won't be sorry. I went to Target the next day to buy his new CD. Not one in the house. Here are a couple of my favorite Joe songs. Enjoy!

Making the Most of My Life,
Kenya Abney

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Laugh
I love to laugh. I strive to be happy and think positive thoughts every day. I laugh all the time. I love to make jokes to break the tension. I love to laugh when I'm not too happy to keep things in perspective. I love to laugh when things are going right. Whenever I get together with a friend, we always manage to get a couple of laughs in. Life is full of opportunities to find a laugh. There are a lot of things that seem tragic when you are going through it. After you get some distant from the moments you can find great humor. It's ok to laugh at other people. Don't be mean with it. I have plenty of funny stories in my mental rolodex about friends, family and former co-workers. When I need it, I always think of something that will give me a chuckle. I never go a day without laughing at something. The minimum requirement is a chuckle. On the average, I get 3 hardy laughs a day. Tears are shed twice a week. I love to laugh. If you don't than you should try it.

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See this movie if you want the BeJesus scared out of you.

I saw this movie when I was a child. I want to say around 9 or 10. I mentally blocked out most of it. I do remember sleeping with the lights on for at least a week. I am pretty sure there was a lot of Bible clutching as well. Beside Carrie, I was never a horror fan to begin with. The Omen sealed the deal for me. Horror flicks never get my money. Although, The Orphan looks good. It might get my matinee money.

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I don't want anyone to apologize. I am not upset or mad with anyone. I just really like this song. There is always a point of no return, some people take you there without trying or being conscious of it. No one likes to be taken for granted.



The most interesting thing that happened today:
There is a homeless guy that used to amaze me with the places that he would pop up. I've been working down town for the last 4 - 5 years, I've seen him down town, in Pikesville, Owings Mills and Security Boulevard. That dude gets around. In New York people ask for money on the subway all the time. Not in Baltimore. I've never seen anyone asking for money on the train until today. A few minutes before I get to my stop, I heard a familiar voice from behind me say, "I'm a homeless man. Does anyone have a quarter?" No one moved. He began guilt tripping the people. "If it were not for the grace of God this could be you? You never know when you are entertaining angels? When you are a blessing to others than God will bless you?" Next thing I know, he is thinking people for the money that folds and doesn't jingle. Now I know why he has been homeless for at least 4 - 5 years. He is probably making good money being homeless.

I am tired. Today was a long day. It seems like a wake up rip and roaring to go. I mentally think of all the things that I'm going to do when I get home. I go to work. When I get home, I don't do anything except check e-mail, watch tv and shower. Sometimes I do other things. Mostly I don't. I am getting out of a rut. I've been having really good weekends lately. I'm still up because my sister told me that she is going to call me back. I'm sure that she is in her house knocked out now. I'm about to be knocked out in a couple of minutes myself.

Loving Life cause it loves me back,
Kenya Abney

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My daughter missed out on this. She turned 15 in June. She would not have been so excited about Pee Wee performing at her party. She would have sucked it up to get a free party. Pass it on to someone who is interested.

One Lucky Teen to Win a $45,000 Quinceanera Party From Verizon Wireless: "My Fabulous 15 contest Grand Prize includes a live performance by singing sensation Pee Wee at teen's party for 200 friends and family"

Loving Life cause it loves me back,
Kenya Abney

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Look Like A Star Without Spending Like One

MMI offers simple beauty tips that don't break the bank:

Make an appointment at a barber/beauty college. Visit your local beauty college and get your hair done for a low cost or, in some cases, for free! It may sound scary to have an inexperienced aspiring stylist "practice" on you, but a licensed professional is also onsite supervising.
Find great skin/hair products in your home. Olive oil has many nutritional values in many areas besides cooking. It is good for your hair and skin. Pour a little olive oil in your bath for a great skin softener or try using it as a conditioner for your hair. It's also a great cleansing cream. One tube of Vaseline can be used 50 different beauty ways including: lip gloss, cuticle cream, lotion, healing cream for dry skin on elbows and feet, and a quick faux eyelash extender.
Give yourself a mani/pedicure. You don't have to spend salon prices for a good manicure and pedicure. You can pamper yourself at home by buying a home-spa kit. Call up five of your closest friends and make it a girl's night!
Get your hair done on a Monday or Wednesday. These are the days with the least amount of traffic for most salons, so the best deals are offered on these days to help drive business. Plus, you'll get lots of attention from the stylist when business is slow.
Research coupons and specials. A little research goes a long way. Look up coupons online or sign up for promotional events through email. Many of the leading cosmetic companies offer great summer deals as do many salons. Visit http://printable-coupons.blogspot.com/2005/10/beauty-coupons.html for amazing beauty coupons.

Moving in the best direction,
Kenya Abney

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This contest may be your lucky break. You never know who will see your video, or what it will lead too. At the very least, it may be the first step in making your dreams come true. Nine West will introduce the Vintage America Voices Contest this month, in conjunction with the launch of Nine West Vintage America Collection. This campaign will celebrate the new collection, as well as allow brand ambassador and singer/songwriter Miranda Lee Richards to spearhead a talent search to help someone else find their voice, with the opportunity to record and release a single through Sony/ATV Music Publishing's in house label, Hickory Records.



Loving life cause it loves me back,
Kenya Abney

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It is the love/desire for money that is the root for all evil. If we lived in a world where people could trade chocolate for services/goods, than people would do crazy and strange things for chocolate. Would that make chocolate evil?

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Hello,

Recently, I had a death of a friendship. It was really bothering me. Reading this put things into perspective for me. My feelings are still hurt about it but I understand the lose.

Kenya Abney



RSL?
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Are you a Reason, a Season, or a Lifetime?

Pay attention to what you read. After you read this, you will
know the reason it was sent to you!

People come into your life for a reason, a season, or a
lifetime. When you figure out which one it is, you will know
what to do for each person.

REASON:

When someone is in your life for a REASON. . .
It is usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have come
to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you with guidance
and support, to aid you physically, emotionally, or spiritually.
They may seem like a godsend, and they are! They are there for
the reason you need them to be.

Then, without any wrong doing on your part or at an
inconvenient time, this person will say or do something to bring
the relationship to an end.

Sometimes they die.
Sometimes they walk away.
Sometimes they act up and force you to take a stand.

What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire
fulfilled, their work is done.

The prayer you sent up has been answered.

And now it is time to move on.

SEASON:

When people come into your life for a SEASON it is because your
turn has come to share, grow, or learn. They bring you an
experience of peace or make you laugh. They may teach you
something you have never done. They usually give you an
unbelievable amount of joy. Believe it! It is real!

But, only for a season.


LIFETIME:

LIFETIME relationships teach you lifetime lessons; things you
must build upon in order to have a solid emotional foundation.

Your job is to accept the lesson, love the person, and put what
you have learned to use in all other relationships and areas of
your life.

It is said that love is blind but friendship is clairvoyant.

Thank you for being a part of my life.

~©Brian A. "Drew" Chalker~

Stop here and just SMILE.

Work like you don't need the money.
Love like you've never been hurt.
And dance like no one is watching.

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I found it. This used to be my joint!!!!!

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I loved Whodini. If I can find, One Love it is a wrap.

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This takes me back to Junior High School.

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My birthday is in August. I usually put together my resolutions on my birthday because that is my own personal New Year. Here are the items that have been on my mind and in my heart lately.

Improve my outlook on life
I am a very encouraging person. I'm the one you want in your corner when you feel down. Unfortunately, I have problems motivating myself. I'm making progress. So far, I can tell that my point of view is shifting.

Cultivate my creative side
I like to write. I dabble, very little, in drawing. Usually, in the evening, I'll come home and vegetate in front of the tv. Now, I think about different projects that I can work on.

Develop a business plan
I began to submit the paperwork to start a publishing company. I have a couple of books of poetry and short stories that need to be edited. I want to catalog what I have. Get with an editor. Develop a plan and share my words with the world,

Develop e-interviews for my blog
I love people. I love to ask and learn about people. I want to develop a "8 questions for ..." feature for my blog. I am going to start with the people that send me e-mails and follow me on twitter. I have an Openzine account. If I have a lot of material, I may start a quarterly e-zine.

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It is official. I am jealous. Maxwell is performing for free somewhere in the world and I won't be there. If you are in New York on July 8 at 12, please make your way to CBS Early Show Studio Plaza (Corner of 59th Street and 5th Avenue). It's an outdoor concert, so even if you aren't close to the stage, you'll still be able to hear him. I'll be watching this video at that time, I'm sure I'll need a little something to get me through.



I'm Loving Life. It's Loving Me Back.
Kenya Abney

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