Fantasia Overdoses

A few years ago, I was watching some random program. I remember a character saying "If a man tells his separated from his wife; he is still as good as married." There's always a risk that he's 1. lying about his status or 2. he could at any time try to "work things out" with his wife. In my not-so-important-in-the-cyber-universe opinion, do not get involved! That's why it saddened me last year when I heard that Fantasia's new boyfriend, former college football player Antwaun Cook, was a married man and had his last name tattooed on her shoulder. I know finding a good single and straight man is hard but if he left her for you, chances are he'll leave you for someone else *side-eye A. Keys* Yeah, yeah, yeah, Swizz Beatz just married Alicia but do you remember how Mr. Beatz met the former Mrs. Beatz (Mashonda)? I didn't think so.

Unfortunately, I had the above paragraph all written until I saw the news when I got home this evening. Fantasia's manager has confirmed that the former American Idol winner attempted suicide last night! She overdosed on sleeping pills and aspirin after reading the suit filed against her by her beau's soon-to-be ex-wife; accusing her of carrying on a year-long affair with Mr. Cook. Part of the statement released by her manager reads:

Yesterday, she was totally overwhelmed by the lawsuit and the media attention. Last night, Fantasia was hospitalized. She took an overdose of aspirin and a sleep aid. Her injuries are not life threatening. She was dehydrated and exhausted at the time. Fantasia is stable now. She will be released from the hospital soon. Fantasia is a fighter and a survivor. This is not the hardest thing Fantasia has endured. Fantasia will be stronger, smarter, and better for it. Her work has always inspired her and served as a source of strength. Her new album, "Back To Me," will be released on August 24th. The lyrics to "I’m Here" say it best:
 
"I Believe I Have Inside Of Me
Everything That I Need To Live A Bountiful Life
With All The Love Inside Of Me
I’ll Stand As Tall As The Tallest Tree
And I’m Thankful For Each Day That I’m Given
Both The Easy And The Hard Ones I’m Livin’
But Most Of All
Yes, I’m Thankful For Lovin’ Who I Really Am"

Get well soon Tasia!

Lebron James; You Got a Big Egooooo

This has been irking me for a few days so it's finally time to speak on it. Why is Lebron James is announcing what team he'll be calling home tonight on ESPN at 9pm EST through a god-awful titled special called The Decision? This must be the ego Beyonce was singing about it. Is it really that serious?! I really think My evil twin thinks that he'll not sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Wouldn't that be a cruel thing to do on tv.... 

The best thing I've read all day is rapper Fabolous's tweets on the topic. It's just HIGHLARIOUS! Here's a sample:

1. BP #JustOfferedLebron free gas for life if he continues to take all the attention off the oil spill 
2. The Bulls #JustOfferedLebron a Bulls jersey with the number 23! Michael heard about it & said #thatsthatbullshit
3.  RT @MarkieTheMark: @myfabolouslife The Clippers #JustOfferedLebron Delonte West's moms. <--Oh shit
4.  The Nets #JustOfferedLebron a Best of Both Worlds 3 album wit JayZ if he signs 

Thanks for the laugh Fabo! For more, do follow Fabolous on twitter and follow us too!

Lindsay Going To Jail

I know, I know, I shouldn't revel in this but it's about time that the law caught up with these starlets. Lindsay Lohan; that cute faced child actor from The Parent Trap, Freaky Friday, Mean Girls; now better known for falling outside clubs all over the world has been sentenced to jail. Lindsay, I wish you could get yourself together before you fall further into this hole you are in. You are throwing away opportunities that so many, especially me, could kill for. May be tough consequences will get you to see the severity of your stupid actions. Then again, 90 days may turn into 2 hours thus nothing learned.

Hair Line, Where Art Thou?

Man, am I glad I stopped wearing weaves! I saw a picture of Naomi Campbell on the daily mail today and I was super shocked. Naomi, even though you have a weave, why is your hair so nappy? Especially your kitchen! Plus, she's very rich. She can afford a lace front at least...Not a good look Naomi, not a good look. To read the story, click here

Oprah, May I Work For You? Pretty Please?!

Oprah has to be the world's nicest employer. If there's another one, then this post dedicated to you too! Yesterday I read news that for O magazine's 10th anniversary, Oprah gave her employees $10,000 each plus an iPad. What caught my eye is the $10,000. $10 freaking THOUSAND people!! What I would give to be handed that kind of money for years of service. What would you do? Well, here's what I would do:

1. Pay my brother's fall term tuition.
2. If I had anything left, I would go on vacation to Bali; my dream destination.
3. Plus, because I really need it, a smartphone that I can use to update this blog during my work breaks.

But alas, that is not my life. In fact if I'm to be honest, the entire sum would go towards my brother's education. That's where my measly bonus has gone every year so far. But even without the bonus, and the iPad, I would just want to work for a nice boss; even if it is not Oprah. I hope the universe is listening.

Scandal, Scandal, Read All About It - Indonesia Edition

What an Asian gossip filled day! The cherry on top? Getting to view the Cut Tari (actress) and Ariel (lead singer of Peterpan) sex tape. Who are these? I guess you haven't been reading news sites today including CNN, CBS, Huffington Post to name a few. Indonesia has been hit by it's first ever celebrity sex scandal. How big is it? The police have been raiding schools all over Indonesia trying to stop the spread of the videos. Still don't get it? Hmm, it's like seeing a sex tape between Jennifer Anniston and John Mayer back when they were together. What makes it even bigger is that in an overwhelmingly Muslim state, they face 12 years each in jail for producing pornography. And this after watching Something Happened in Bali (read my review). This is making my trip to Bali next year more and more likely.

Did I mention there is also one of Ariel and his current girlfriend Luna Maya, a top model and actress. They've already started losing major endorsement. They have come out asking the fans not to believe everything they hear and not to judge them. Cut Tari, now married, also swears it's not her. Mmm, looking at this video though, this is not an R. Kelly grainy video where there's doubt it's him. Yes, I also watched that infamous video when it first came out. But hey, I shall not accuse you Ariel/Cut/Luna, but thank you for 8 minutes of pure entertainment. I rate it platinum XXX. I understand why some Indonesian teenager is quoted as having watched it four times.

Do you want to see it? Well, it took me 10 minutes of googling to find it. For the millions of you much more computer savvy than me, you can cut that time in half. But if you find the Luna Maya one, do your bestie (moi) a favor and forward it. I need my sleep now.

Is Alicia Keys Pregnant?

I hadn't received a call from my sister in a while. Usually I'm the one to call so it was a pleasant surprise to see her number pop up on my caller id. The conversation went something like this:

Hey, what's up?
Please tell me Alicia Keys is not pregnant.
Geez, hello to you too.
No, seriously. I'm watching her UK performance and she so looks pregnant! How can she seriously have a child with that Swizz Beatz?!
I know right?! She's carrying a gut full of human.
That's not funny sis; I really hate that bossip phrase.
But it's funny! Yeah, how can she possibly be serious about having a baby with a man whose divorce is not yet final.
No, how can she have a child with a guy who has so many baby mamas!
I think he only has two. One before his current wife.
Still....
I know...But then again, she could be thinking that even if the relationship doesn't work out, she's got money in the bank...get it?
You just had to insert a Swizz Beatz song, didn't you?
I know I can't help it.

After I hung up the phone, I couldn't help but think further on this topic. We are seeing a lot of celebrity women having kids outside of marriage. Some with some questionable men. I've wondered many times what I would do if I was to become pregnant now. My foot is firmly planted in the corporate world and in adult life. However, the one argument that I have against having kids right now, apart from the fact that there's no man, is that I don't have the money. I just can't afford kids right now; man or no man. But if my bank account looked anything like A. Keys or even Lauren London, would I have a child just because I want one and I can care for the child financially? What about a constant male figure/influence in my child's life? This responsibility can not be left to my brother, uncles or male cousins. I know how it feels to have a father but not a dad. This is not an emotion I would want my child to ever feel. Sis, thoughts?