Me... bitter?

OK... I have received a few emails, and I admit that my last few posts have been a bit hard on certain folks from 'Stinky Gym Lady' to Terry McMillan, and everyone in between. But I am not bitter... these are just the things that I have experienced lately that I felt like writing about. It is ironic that the thing that moved me to write today, before reading the foul emails was beauty.

As I surfed through some entertainment sites and blogs, I came across some pictures of Rachel Roy's collection launch event and saw pictures of Iman. And it struck me how timelessly beautiful Iman is. I mean, this woman does NOT age! She is always classy, sophisticated and stylish. And she looks as young as Rachel, despite being old enough to be her mother.

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Then I saw pictures of Kelly Rowland, who I have always felt is just as beautiful as Beyonce. Yes, she can be whack at times, but her beauty is unquestionable. Look at how she shines in these pictures. She has the type of beauty that is even more breathtaking when its not done up... look at the publicity shots at the end and compare.


She also has a new video out... check it out on TRL here. (Ummm... D-Wade needs an emergency Proactiv treatment... STAT!)

Here are some other beautiful women that are either timeless or look like they will be timeless beauties when they age...

Natalie Cole... she is unforgettable. (Funny story, when I was about 7 yrs old, I once got smacked cause I told my momz 'I wish Natalie Cole was my mother because she was so beautiful and probably doesn't beat her son'... Krapow! My moms said I was being sassy, but I think I hurt her feelings cause she promptly turned the channel... lol)

Gabrielle Union... that beautiful smile makes me smile every time I see it. In my opinion, Gabrielle Union is one of the most beautiful women ever.

[update]

Nia Long... how could I forget. I had to update this post because Vicki reminded me that I had Nia pegged for this list. Nia Long is definitely one of the most beautiful black women ever. (Interesting note... did ya'll know that she is comedianne Sommore's half sister in real life?)

I also forgot to add Angela Bassett. Something about her strong features that is so statuesque. She is like an African carving... beautiful. I love her eyes.

Sanaa Lathan... there is just something about her that I love. She has that approachable beauty. She kinda reminds me of my momz when she was younger... That probably plays a big part. (See, I think my mom is beautiful too... she was just a lot more beautiful to me when she wasn't smackin me in the mouth... lol)

Kerry Washington... Chris Rock described her as 'Sneaky Fine, that kinda fine that just kinda sneaks up on you and you look up at her like, oh damn, she's fine!' I agree. She has this mona lisa-like smile. Beautiful girl.

Naomi Campbell... she is the only woman that can make GARBAGE detail high fashion! (Note the sanitation truck in the background as she struts by in a Dolce & Gabbana couture gown... lol) Pumpin it to community service in stilletos. I love her. I just wouldn't want to get on her bad side, cellphone-induced concussions aren't covered by my health insurance plan.

Jada Pinkett Smith... is one of my favorites. I have loved her spunky personality ever since her days on a 'Different World' and 'Low Down Dirty Shame.' And I love her even more with Will Smith with their coordinated but not corny outfits. I always wanted them to be our generation's Ozzie and Rubie Dee-like example of black love. I hated that 'Show me the receipts' Whitney and Ashy-lipped Bobby were viewed as this example of undying black love... I mean, crackheads always stay together. Smoking crack alone is just too sad even for a crackhead. Notice the minute that Whitney got clean for real, they broke up. I rest my case. But back to Jada... love her.

Jackie-O... Now... I KNOW ya'll fools didn't think I was bout to say something nice about this photo... lol Come on, ya'll know me better than that. This chic is too raggedy for words... There are soooooooooo many atrocities in this photo, I dont even know where to begin. Doesn't she look like your ghetto aunt roxanne aka 'Roxy' who messed around with drug dealers her whole life, is now 52 with 7 kids with different daddies... but still walks around like she is the hot ish and is bangin dudes half her age? Ok... I dont have an aunt like that, and you probably dont either... but doesn't she look like that could be her life story? lol She is just... 5 kinds of Ilk.

I was trying to be nice... but fuggetaboutit. I am going to be me. And being me is a full spectrum of emotion. Sometimes its humorous, sometimes its angry... sometimes its bitter, sometimes its happy. But whatever this blog is... its always undoubtedly me. If anyone can't take the extremes of any of those... in the immortal words of my Beautiful gramz... Tough tootie!!

Comments

[VickiXX]

I love all of your picks, well most of them. Although, I would have put Nia Long on mines and dropped Sanaa(i think i havent liked her ever since the Denzel rumors).

Yeah, that had to have hurt your Mom feelings about the Natalie Cole comment; but I bet it was funny. I always secretly wished Claire Huxtable was my Mom. But I still loved my Mommy.

[DJ Diva]

you forgot me..but it's my b'day so I forgive you!

[psun]

Hey Vicki, I had Nia Long in my blog folder to add, and completely forgot... Thanks. I am adding her but Sanaa stays... lol

[AYHJA]

Hey, check out my mega Sanaa Lathan HQ Image Collection:

https://www.ayhja.com/blogger/?p=77

[rocka]

If your going to have Gabrielle Union you may as well add Monique, they are the same person, give or take a 100lbs...

[Norris]

I am so glad that you included Angela Bassett. I can't look at here without becoming mermerized with her beauty.

Now if she could just get her due recognition for her acting, I would be elated.

[C. Baptiste-Williams]

Angela Bassett, Iman, Sanaa... all of these women are simply beautiful (less Natalie Cole she annoys me so much I cant even get into her cuteness)

[freddie]

I agree with most of your choices, but I would of added Diahan Carroll. Can u think of anybody more beautiful and elegant in our community in that last 30 years ?

[freddie]

I agree with most of your choices, but I would of added Diahan Carroll. Can u think of anybody more beautiful and elegant in our community in that last 30 years ?

[Mz_Hustl3r]

BITTER WHAT? ur far from bitter. Its called freedom of speach and personal oppions. I love your insights. I like your views and oppions. your the best.(two thumbs and two toes up)~mz-hustl3r~

[Billy Dunn]

As much as Iman looks fabulous she has had work done.

And, there is something about Jackie O, LOL!

[Edgar- O]

HOW DARE U DISRESPECT JACKI- O QUEEN OF DA SOUTH ND MIAMIS MADAM... SO NOW IMA B "ME" JACKI- O IS A STRONG BLACK WOMAN SHE IS GORGEOUS AND SHE IS THE MOST GORGEOUS PERSON SEXY 2. SO THE NEXT TIME U HAVE A SMART COMMENT 2 SAY ABOUT JACKI- O MAKE SURE U 1ST GO SEE HOW UGLY UR MOM LOOKS OR GO CHECK YOUR SELF IN THE MIRROR.. DONT EVA TALK SHIT ABOUT HER PUNK ASS BITCH.......