Female Role Models - Top 5 #2

So also.........when I grow up I want to be

OPRAH WINFREY

Do I even need to explain why?  No but I'll mention a couple of points.

Oprah is a truly blessed woman.  She went with her inner voice and what she later noted as the Lord speaking to her and it lead her to success.  I don't want to be as famous as Oprah (as rich ...that would be nice) but I would like to live out my life's purpose like Oprah.  Even if i realize that purpose is to be an amazing mother then I'll do that with everything I have.  Then i'll know not to worry so much about this career thing. lol

But also, Oprah shows me the importance of giving back.  I see my friends doing excellent things to give back and all that inspires me even more.  I want to be the philanthropist Oprah has worked so hard to be.

The way Oprah lives her life is a testament to living a purpose driven life.  Do you know your purpose?

Beyonce performs for Oprah's Final Shows

So I suppose secrets are a thing of the past.  The internet lit up this morning with news that Beyonce and Madonna were in Chicago for Oprah's final show tapings!  Well we didn't know if Bey was performing...but now we do.  Apparently Bey's performance will be a part of the two shows leading up to the ULTIMATE FINALE.  Few details are known about the FINALE show except for my loves, Will and Jada Pinkett Smith will be in tow!!

More Pics and video after the jump

Natural Hair Diaries: Jergens irresponsible advertising

So I was hanging out with my roommate and her Lil sister last night at our apartment.  We had just gone grocery shopping for our post Thanksgiving Dinner.  At the store, Lil Sister decides to buy the latest O magazine in order to attempt to win some of Oprah's Favorite things.....yes lawd.

However, we get home and she's shocked by an advertisement for Jergens inside.  She's transitioning and I'm natural.  I'm pissed off when I see it.  Essentially the add is calling our natural hair ROUGH and less than elegant.  Check it out.  I took a picture immediately (sorry for the quality).

Not only do I think this is irresponsible advertising on Jergens part but I thought Oprah had a better grasp on what was put into her magazine.  When the ideal of natural beauty is being questioned daily by little black girls, one would hope that women of influence would at least try to see to this a little better.  Why is her sleek (photo shopped when you look closely) hair so radiant and her natural coils are ROUGH.  That makes me sick.  There had to be someone who approved this for Oprah that should know that something is wrong here.  Also...who at Jergens thought that this was fine and acceptable.  I definitely wont catch myself using Jergens.  I'll take my rough hair and skin over using that mess.  SORRY!!

Obama White House Christmas Special: TONIGHT!!

Its the Obama's first Christmas in the White House. I must be honest and say that Christmas in the White House is always something I keep up with, no matter who is the President. My mom loves stuff like that, so we always watch the special and have been secretly itching for this years special with the Obamas. Well that time is here and Oprah is the host. I'm looking forward to seeing all the decorations, hearing about the plans, visiting the chefs, seeing the special ornament...I'm just excited!!!

Anyway...it airs at 10pm EST on ABC. Here is a video preview. (I wish I could embed it but Ms. Winfrey must be difficult with her youtube videos.)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3WMBIeHkc4

*There are several more clips from the special if the preview video wasn't enough*

GOOD HAIR

So a few days ago, Chris Rock was on Oprah promoting his documentary/film "Good Hair". The interview was very interesting. He even felt all in Oprah's hair so she could show it was real. She had shown a picture of her hair all blown out before so I knew her hair was real but you know there are always critics. Plus in the industry, you would be a fool to wear you real hair everyday because you would burn it out. Anyway, Solange was also on the show to talk about hair as she recently chopped all hers off. More power to her!!! She looks cute though. Here are the clips from the show in case you missed it.

I'll also put the trailer at the bottom below the clips. "Good Hair" is in theatres October 23 (nationally) and October 9 (select cities)!!

CHRIS ROCK

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