The Sophisticate Chronicles

Now this has been spinning in the club for months and finally here is the video!! Future "Turn on the Lights" I must say I like the video and it gives us a chance to see another side of this dude. He might not be so bad after all ;") @TNBeautyQueen @TheSophistiKats

The Summer is here and it's Hott!! The main thing that I look for in a drink to relax with is something Light, Favorable, and Refreshing. So what will you find in MY pink cup?  A cocktail everyone would love. .even some of you fellas.  I received a gift basket last month that had ALL kinds of goodies in it.  One in particular was Welch's NEW Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade!!  When I say this stuff is thebomb.com it is!!  Now my next mission was to create a drink that my girls and I could sip on during a "Single Girl Summer" night out. .by the pool. .wherever we are being Fearless, Fabulous, and Fun. .so here's what I came up with. Hope you ENJOY ;") Pink Berry Splash Ingredients 1 oz of Ciroc Red Berry 2 oz of Welch's Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade Slices Orange (for garnish) Ice Directions Pour Red Berry Ciroc in a large martini shaker filled half with Ice  Shake until well chilled.  Pour in Welch's Sparkling St...

Karen Nazor-Hill does it again with an outstanding article on the importance of showing patriotism on July 4th. Some of the HoTTest trends for summer feature the colors of our beloved flag. Check out what some have to say they will be rocking and why it's important on this day. Whether it's combining red, white and blue separates or clothing decorated with stars and stripes, wearing the colors of the flag is a visual display of patriotism for the Fourth of July. According to a National Retail Federation survey conducted by BIGinsight, more than 48 million Americans will purchase patriotic merchandise, including apparel, this year. Former Miss Black Tennessee Lorean Mays said three generations of her family choose patriotic attire for the Fourth. "We always go with the theme for Independence Day," she said. "I feel that it is important to show your patriotism on July Fourth, showing that we are united as one and most importantly showing that we believe...

Rick Ross "The Boss" is bringing the HEAT to these other rappers and crews!! MMG is on TOP of things right now ;") Here is MY Jam of the WEEK. ."Touch 'N You" featuring hometown R&B heartthrob Usher. I loved the song lyrically but LOVE the video more!! Also featured is the beautiful LaShontae Heckard (who plays "Jasmine" on BET's The GAME) Enjoy @TNBeautyQueen @TheSophistiKats

We all want to know the secrets to maintaing a healthy and long lasting relationship. .at least my Single Ladies and Fella's do. Over the course of 3 years psychologist have interviewed several couples who have been in relationship ranging from 5 - 20 years. .trying to find the answer to this most commonly asked question. .and here is the answer. What are the top 3 secrets to maintaining a healthy and lasting relationship? 1) They accentuate the positive in life more than the negatives. (Meaning no matter the circumstance your partner will have a positive spin on any negative situation that may occur.) 2) They not only cope well during hardship, but also celebrate the happy moments and work to build more of these into their lives. (Regardless of what may happen you know that this person will be by your side and endure til the end. In trial and triumph you can truly count on your partner.)  3) They excel in their ability to support each other under difficult circumst...

Here is a dose of some SOUL for your Sunday Afternoon "Magic Happen" by one of my FAVorite groups Kindred the Family Soul!! Make sure to purchase their latest album "Love Has No Recession" from iTunes http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/love-has-no-recession/id444853990 Enjoy ;") @TNBeautyQueen @TheSophistiKats

One of the Hottest books out is inspiring Single women to be Fearless, Fabulous, and to have some FUN!! On June 20, 2012 Deanna Burrell celebrated the 1 year anniversary of her book "Single Girl Summer". The book chronicles the lives of 3 women Button, Meghan, and Dawn who would take on the summer with many twist and life changing turns. I feel that every woman can relate to each character in some way. Button Jackson "The Lethal SophistiKat" dressed in the BaDDest designer suit and heels this bona-fide DIVA and owner of one of the Hottest restaurants in the city truly doesn't have it ALL together. From her issues with men, making friends, and her mother (who turns out to be at the root of all of her problems) she will embark on a journey that will take her back in time and move her forward to being loving, free, and open. .all thanks to the Summer. Meghan Chery "The Boho SophistiKat" in the words of Drake "Sweat Pants, Hair Tied...

Soooo. .I've come to the conclusion that CHICAGO is where it's at right now!!  From Hot Author's. .FABulous cooks. .and of course we can't forget our Handsome PRESIDENT who served in the Illinois Senate. .Whoop!! I LOVE giving shout outs. .so this time I'm shouting out MY Big Sister (from another) and her Sister ;") Lol   The Fabulous ladies of "Two Sister's Catering" straight out of the westside of Chicago, Illinois!! I am a SOUTHERN girl all the way and when I tell you these ladies have a menu out of this world. .They do!! Any type of fix you may have. .they can satisfy. .and of course they have CUPCAKES!! Who are the "Two Sisters"? Two sisters who were born & raised on the West Side of Chicago. Having a love of food our their entire lives, they became serious about creating a unique eating experience & began working on elevating those every day delights into memorable decadence. A savory and dessert ...