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Diary of the Bougie Broad

Life through the eyes of a young, quirky, intelligent, bougie broad.

Bougie.  Snobby.  Bratty.  Spoiled.  Uppity.  Pretentious.  Stuck up.  Snotty.  Self-centered.  Vain.  Conceited.  Sadiddy.  Bitchy.  Selfish.  Yes I have heard them all.  Do these words truly describe me? Not so much.  But either way, these words and many others, have shaped my thinking, how I see the world, and how I live my life.  My blog entries are not meant to be deep, educational, or life changing.  Rather just thought provoking.  I want to foster conversation (good or bad).  Thank you for gracing me with your presence (or should you be thanking me...hmmmm... just kidding!)

 
Barack vs. The Cancer Sticks - Say it ain't so!

Why are my feelings kind of hurt since finding out that Barack is/was a smoker?


I mean lots of people smoke cigs... hell I've taken a puff or two. But to be deemed a smoker is yuck; that's just a nasty habit! I just can’t over the fact that Obama likes to puffity puff on the cancer sticks. Not even just socially, but like he’s trying to kick the habit – that’s kind of deep.


While it’s true that my admiration for Obama has almost surpassed my affection for Bill, this might set him back a little. I need for him to quit smoking like now. I don’t want to walk past him on the streets of DC and be awe struck only to be overcome by the smell of stale smoke. We don’t want to hear him give great speeches and start to hack up a lung. I am really bothered by this. I guess I just never pictured such an educated and talented man would have a weakness. I guess that’s the problem with holding certain people to unattainable standards. He is human just like everyone else.


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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Friday, April 04, 2008 8:59 AM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Booo to April Fool's Day

Let me tell you how much I hate April Fool’s Day. I have my gullible moments and I usually have them when the probability for embarrassment is at its highest point. Is it bad that I have been very quiet today? I am only trying to hold "hi" and "bye" type conversations. I am scared someone is going to get me with a damn April Fool’s joke! For instance, have you checked your Gmail account today? Go ahead and take a look. Do you see anything kind of wacky? Okay fine–look in the upper right corner and see what Google (http://mail.google.com/mail/help/customtime/index.html) is doing to people today.


Do not leave me any comments talk about how obvious this was because I will be pissed! Like a dumb ass I have been IM’ing everyone to tell them about this and how sketchy it seems. Then it dawns on me. "You got got again Elisa!" Damn you Google! Sad thing is, it took me a good couple of hours to realize this is a joke. *Sigh*


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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Tuesday, April 01, 2008 2:08 PM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
I am still alive...
Hey everyone.  Things have been pretty hectic so I apologize for being MIA.  The news has gotten beyond ridiculous so I haven't had it in me to report on all of the crazy crap I have continued to witness.  Please bear with me... in the mean time check out my natural hair journey at http://hopefullyhappyandnappy.blogspot.com/.  Stay bougie and I'll be back eventually :o).
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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Tuesday, October 23, 2007 11:13 AM | View Comments (2) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
2007 MTV VMA Awards: Britney Spears is a WRAP
So I probably only watched a total of 10 minutes of this horrible awards show.  Some of you know that I don't like awards shows, so having to watch this junk was painful.  First of all, Britney Spears needs to give it up.  She looked like she was doped up on something, her weave was AWFUL and she should have lost a few more pounds before putting that oufit (or lack there of) on.  What happened to Criss Angel hooking her up with some magic tricks?  He should have made her tail disappear.  Horrible.  I really feel sorry for her; she needs to get help for the sake of her children.  Not only did she have a beyond horrible performance, Sarah Silverman lit her up—even talked about her kids.  SMH.  If you missed her walking through her performance and lip syncing, check it out:





From what I saw of the awards, correct me if I am wrong, the picture quality was bad, the sound was jacked, the set was bootleg, people couldn’t read the teleprompters, etc.  It was terrible.  So glad ...
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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Monday, September 10, 2007 9:24 AM | View Comments (2) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Julia Hare speaking the TRUTH
Please listen to this in its entirety.  Julia Hare isn't scared to speak the truth!  If she isn't, why are we?  This clip is from Tavis Smiley's "State of Black America" which aired a while back.  Thanks for passing this on Terra!

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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Tuesday, August 28, 2007 12:46 PM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
"Making the Band 4": Finale
Happy Monday!


Congrats to Brian A., Qwanell, Robert (aka Drama King), Willie and Mike (aka Big Sexy)!



Now, I was surprised when Diddy didn’t put Donny in his 5 man group, instead signing him to Bad Boy as a solo artist.  I hope Diddy doesn’t mess over these boys.  All of the finalists seem like genuinely nice guys.  I truly hope that Diddy doesn’t screw them over… whateva happened to Da Band?  Danity Kane is clearly a hot mess.


Check out the after show...

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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Monday, August 27, 2007 12:03 PM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Michael Vick vs. LiLo
You knew it was only a matter of time before I gave my two cents regarding this damn Vick case.  First let me start off by saying that I am in NO WAY supporting what Michael Vick did to those poor dogs (but let's be real, he isn't the first person in Virginia to dog fight).  I do think he gets the prize for the being the dumbest athlete this year; talk about being self destructive and stupid.  Organized dog fighting has a maximum penalty of up to 5 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.  While Vick will probably on spend 12 to 18 months in jail, LiLo will probably only serve 4 days in jail for her TWO DUIs and cocaine possession.  Does anyone see a problem with this? 

I really get annoyed with white Hollywood.  They always seem to get off with a slap on the wrist.  Look at Paris Hilton, now LiLo.  I'll be interested to see what happens with Nicole Richie.  I mean seriously drunk driving is extremely dangerous and to get caught twice and only receive 4 days in jail is ridiculous.  I'm going to leave it at that...


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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Wednesday, August 22, 2007 10:12 AM | View Comments (3) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
My Madden 2008 Experience
Unless you live under a rock…. I take that back…if you are into video games, you probably know that Madden 2008 came out this morning at midnight.  So you ask, “Who really goes to Game Stop at midnight to get a video game?”  Well, being the enabler that I am *wink*, I went to Game Stop with ***** (he has asked that his identity remain private in fear of embarrassment lol—just kidding). 

So, I was kinda salty (and full of wine) on the way to Game Stop because after a long, ghetto experience at UPS, I finally got Boogie for my WII, which SUCKS.  So the thought of another video game wasn’t all the exciting to me… at first.  Anyways, we make a bet on our way to pick up Madden about how many people we think will be waiting in line to get this game.  I estimated 10.  I mean really, who stands in line at midnight during the week, to get a video game?  ***** estimated 20 or 25 which to me just seemed way off.  Well we were both wrong, but I was really off because there had to be at least ...
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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Tuesday, August 14, 2007 12:46 PM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
The Beyoncé Experience


If you haven’t seen her during this tour, scrape up the funds to go because it is definitely worth it.


Check out the Washington Post review in the Style section of the Saturday, August 11 issue for a full review.

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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Monday, August 13, 2007 2:06 PM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Chocolate Rain the REMIX
If you haven't heard that strange man singing about chocolate rain, you live under a rock.  Check out the REMIX!  It's actually kinda hot.




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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Wednesday, August 08, 2007 2:20 PM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Does Mr. Right = Mr. White?
I’m baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaack!  Things got pretty hectic (i.e. moving and work) but things are back to normal.  I know yall missed me!

So could your “Mr. Right” be white?

Have I ever dated outside my race?  Yes, one guy and it wasn’t serious.  Am I against interracial dating?  Nope, not at all; do what you do.  There are more than a few interracial couples in my family.  One produced my niece who is my ray of sunshine!  We all know it’s not easy meeting someone you are compatible with so if you meet someone and they happen not to look like you, who cares, right?  But then again, I guess it is what you are attracted to.  Personally I love black men and I simply identify with the black male.  I love seeing successful black relationships evolving into beautiful black families.  Our community is in need of positive families who produce productive and successful citizens.  I can’t lie, I am sometimes perplexed when I see a black man with a non-black woman.  I guess I am just always curious as to why they are together.

Honestly when I think of interracial couples, I ...
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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Tuesday, August 07, 2007 10:11 AM | View Comments (5) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Remy Ma caught up in a shooting??!?!?!?!
for more information.  For her sake, I hope that this is a rumor and not true.  I will keep yall posted... ...
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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Monday, July 16, 2007 9:54 AM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
“Hot Ghetto Mess”

My friend sent me an article/blog posting about BET’s new show, “Hot Ghetto Mess” and the backlash it is receiving.  The debate is whether or not this show promotes negative racial stereotypes.  According to the article, two advertisers have already pulled out from the July 25th premiere due to boycotting threats.  Good job Home Depot and State Farm Insurance!  What were they thinking in the first place?  Anyways…

Well let’s take one step back.  We are talking about a show appearing on BET.  That’s issue number one.  BET has been making a negative nose dive for years, have we forgotten “Uncut”, “College Hill”, “Cita’s World”, etc.?  The programming on BET is horrible and in no ways promotes or shows black culture in a positive light, in my opinion.  So, sadly, I am not shocked that people are outraged by one of their new programming selections.

Next, I took a look at the site that this show is based upon (www.hotghettomess.com).  Was I appalled by some of the images, yup, but sadly not surprised.  I have to admit that I chuckled at the sight of some.  Not really laughing at these folks, rather laughing at trying ...

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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Wednesday, July 11, 2007 11:05 AM | View Comments (1) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Kim Porter has had enough of The Diddy!

Rumor has it that he hasn’t been supportive or helpful in her effort to become an actress/model/entrepreneur.   I don’t know why she expected him to help her out.  He’s always too busy trying to make the money for himself.  Maybe he should stop trying to use television to build a singing group filled with a bunch for randoms (i.e. Making the Band 4 and Danity Kane, oh and Da Band) and focus on his family.  Oh well.  Do what you do.

What I find funny is that Diddy’s people are denying the split.  I wonder how long it will take for her to cave again and go back the Mr. Combs.  Money, oops love, causes people to do crazy things…

Picture courtesy of the AP

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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Thursday, July 05, 2007 9:38 AM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
2007 BET Awards Show

Let me start off by saying I am not an awards show type of gal.  So it took a lot for me to just try to watch the BET Awards.  It also pains me to watch because I think that the BET network is a mockery of African-American culture.  So with that said, we will move right  along…

I didn’t watch the whole show because Rob & Big came on MTV and they crack me up more than the foolishness taking place during the BET Awards!  But I did manage to catch a few snippets that made me shake my head, not in disgust, rather I thought, “why am I not surprised?”  So hear we go.

Mo’Nique: I love to see thick women represent but damn.  None of Mo’Nique’s outfits were flattering.  Thank goodness she is cute in the face other than that I really think she didn’t look as good as she could.  Her stylist should be fired.

I heard that Public Enemy’s tribute to James Brown was great and Ciara, like always talked during her performance.  I heard conflicting comments about the Jennifer Hudson and Jennifer Holiday performance.  So in ...

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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Wednesday, June 27, 2007 12:50 PM | View Comments (2) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Janet PLEASE give it up...


Why won’t Janet Jackson give it up?  Perez Hilton is reporting that the 40 something year old is planning yet another comeback.  Please don’t and spare us all.  Didn’t she learn from her last album?  It was a major disappointment.  And what really pissed me off is that she had the nerve to put a ton of bad songs on that album.  What a waste of money and time!


And another thing, all the plastic surgery has made her look like gizmo or some kind of animal you would expect to find in Australia.  Before you tell me I am being mean, you know I am right!  She just looks, well...plastic; definitely not as cute as she was back in the 90s.  She really needs to hang it up. 

 

Consider this as my plea to Ms. Jackson (if your nasty) to stop trying to make hit records ...

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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Friday, June 22, 2007 8:01 AM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
O.J. Simpson is one sick “you know what”…

Off the field, Simpson made a conscious decision to project a positive image, to distance himself from the teenage O.J. who was a troublemaker and spent time in a correctional center. He had an innate way of communicating warmth and charm that lifted him to an almost mythical level and made him the first African-American athlete to be merchandised on a grand scale. His Hertz commercials pictured a dapper O.J. running to catch a Hertz rent-a-car, smiling as he hurdled the airport guardrail and flashed past the cheering old lady. He was an African-American man interacting with white men and women as if this were a natural part of our society, as if other African-American athletes were not protesting the segregation that still existed. Overtly, Simpson sidestepped the entire issue, appearing apolitical, which was how the business community and the audiences accepted him, all of which catapulted him to a level of financial success unknown to most athletes–black or white–of his time.
–Larry Schwartz, ESPN.com


I’ll never forget when O.J. Simpson was acquitted in 1995.  The “trial of the century”, as some would say, sent racial tension to a high (again).  It’s amazing how one ...
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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Wednesday, June 20, 2007 1:18 PM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
Sidekick 4?

Engadget is breaking the news along with some very interesting pictures.  It is still too early to tell if the pictures are representative of a future Sidekick.  If these pictures do end up coming to fruition at some point, I am excited about the sliding screen as opposed to the swivel screen that the models have now.  The whole design is very sleek and modern… I love it!

I can not keep up with Danger technology; every year they have something new coming out whether it is a limited edition model with funky colors and themes or a completely new model.  If anyone has anymore information, please hit me up.  I am dying for some more Sidekick dirt!

*Image couresty of Engadget

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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Wednesday, June 20, 2007 12:17 PM | View Comments (6) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
BREAKING NEWS: Lavar Arrington was in a motorcycle accident!
Please pray for LaVar Arrington.  Apparently he was just in a severe motorcycle accident in Maryland. 

Sadly he left the Redskins and I am STILL his super fan .

Below article courtesy of WTOP.

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LaVar Arrington Hurt in Motorcycle Crash

June 18, 2007 - 3:10pm
WASHINGTON - LaVar Arrington, a former member of the Washington Redskins and New York Giants, has been seriously hurt in a motorcycle crash Monday afternoon.

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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Monday, June 18, 2007 2:22 PM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)
The Bougie Broad's Rant of the Day (June 18, 2007)

There is way too much going on today!

Here’s my attempt at consolidating all of the “news” that caught my eye today!

  1. 1. Reality TV Watch:  This weekend “Confessions of a Matchmaker” on A&E debuted (Saturday at 10 p.m.) and was sooooooo funny—definitely one to check out!  Tonight is the premiere of NBC’s “Age of Love”—I have my money on the “Cougars”.  There is no way that some 20 year olds can compete against some experienced WOMEN.  Supposedly there are rumors that Vanessa Minnillo might be getting her reality show.  Ummm… why?  Why don’t they just give Nick Lachey another show?  I’m sure that would be way more entertaining than his attention thirsty gf.  Also, the Washington Post is reporting that Suge Knight is getting his own reality show as well?  This man scares the poo out out of me!
  2. How in the world did the Hoff get full custody of his kids?  His ex-wife must seriously be a loony tune.  Did the courts not see the hamburger/drunk tape?  *sigh* I will pray for the children.
  3. Posh Spice:  Will someone please ...
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Posted by The Bougie Broad at Monday, June 18, 2007 2:06 PM | View Comments (0) | Add Comment | Trackbacks (0)