...and the award goes to...

NEWARK ART SUPPLY!!!!

Congratulations to this fine establishment for being selected as "new business of the year" by the butterrfly awards selection committee.

QUOTE OF THE WEEKEND

"I'm getting old... I can't drop it like its hot anymore... but I can let it down like it's warm"

Totally random...

why do so people name their daughters Bree? don't they realize its a french cheese? So in France, I suppose there are legions of people walking around with the name cheddar?

...aaaaand IIIII am teeeeelling yooooou!!

We at ramdon would like to extend an uber special and heartfelt congratulations to the butterrfly endorsed academy award nominees!

Best motion picture of the year

the Departed

Little Miss Sunshine

Best performance by an actor in a supporting role

Eddie 'jimmy got soul' Murphy in "Dreamgirls"

Mark Wahlberg in "The Departed"

Best performance by an actess in a supporting role

Abigail Breslin in "Little Miss Sunshine"

Jennifer Hudson in "Dreamgirls"

this is for the haters

That would be Loyalty (the boy) on the left and Faith (the girlie girl) on the right. Faith still has all of her leaves and is blooming brighter and brighter every day. But for some odd reason Loyalty shed his leaves weeks ago... No worries. As you can see they are very happy and healthy in their new home.. :o)

Something can be said for loyalty...

Anyone who knows me well, knows that there is nothing that I appreciate and respect more than loyalty. YES, its true. I relish in it. So where I am going with this? Well, as many of you know, I have had a huge quandry for years, unable to keep any living form of plant life alive for more than a 2 to 3 weeks at time. Yes.. I have even had a catus that decided to give up on me.

But in a strange twist of fate, I have 2 .. yes that's right ONE, TWO poinsettia plants that have decided to stick it out with me. Yes, I do realize these plants are considered to be holiday plants, but they are actually tropical plants from Mexico I believe. Besides all that, hey, they love it here... they clearly have good taste. I affectionately call my dear plants "loyalty" and "faith". I even have them seated in primo direct sun light and water them regularly. I've even started talking to them on a regular basis. In return they show off their bright green leaves and crimson red petals and put a smile on my face as sure fire evidence to all that.... I AM NOT A PLANT KILLER!! All of those other plants were just suicidal.

what tha....?

in recent news...

Teacher has baby early so hubby can watch Bears

Artist Serves Friends Meatballs Cooked in His Own Liposuctioned Body Fat

Crash n' Learn Navigation

GPS Unit: $500. Vehicle: $25,000. Smashing into a toilet because the little voice in your car told you to: Priceless.

Stomp the yard

Note from the editor: This movie review was orginally submited with a rating of "BRAVO-CLASSIC" however, it was the opinion of the editor that such rating does NOT reflect the caliber of movie rated BRAVO or above by this publication. Hence the rating was reduced to a BRAVO minus"

* review submitted by: VEE GEE *

Rating: BRAVO minus (rating scale)

OK. I know what you are saying "Are you serious?" but I assure you I am. I'll be the first to admit that my secret guilty pleasure is every now and again partaking in a straight to video worthy "blaxploitation film of the millennium" (think "Soul Plane"). It is also worth mentioning that I am a sucker for a dance/choreography-involved movie (still searing over the fact I never got to see "Step Up" - pardon me as I suck my teeth.) So when I purchased my matinee price ticket for STOMP THE YARD - I was indeed looking forward to two hours of potentially racially degrading, shuckin' and jivin'-ish material, infused with creative music and dance moves we haven't seen since the likes of Leroy from "Fame".

The fact that ever present poster girl for "Ghetto Flicks", Meghan Good (who stank up the place more than usual in this summer's "Waist Deep" along side the equally smelly, yet oh so fine, Tyrese seemed a definite assurance of my expectations)Boy was I wrong! What I experienced in the East NY Magic Johnson Multiplex (the only place it was showing. LOL) was a thoroughly entertaining, enjoyable cinematic experience that I did not want to end! The music and the moves were great! Columbus Short, the lead (who I understand from my 17 year old teeny bopper sister is of Disney Channel fame) - was a delight! But in addition to all that, they even had a half way decent story line with , get this, a positive message. I KNOW! It was phenomenal (yes I said phenomenal). It was part "U Got Served", part "Bring It On" with a dash of "School Daze" thrown in for good measure.and it came together beautifully.As a bonus the cast was great.

Columbus Short in a word AWESOME (he did his own dancing/stunts)..that choreographer guy from Soul Food (you know "pop-n-lock" - yeah I thought he was somewhere flipping biscuits for a living too.. but apparently he's been busy) was in it doing his thaa-ang. Teens will be pleased to see singing sensation Chris Brown among the credits. and my girl "Big Didi" from the now defunct UPN series "Half and Half" was representing (sadly with the same wig from the show - but eh.. limited budgets what can ya do).. Oh plus there were cameos from Keith Sweat and if I'm not mistaken.. Rickey Bell from New Edition, BBD fame.. OK I'll wrap up there. In my opinion.. not only is it worth the cost of a full price ticket plus snacks.. I'd say get the DVD too so you can watch it over and over again - perhaps pick up some of those snazzy moves to demo "L'il Magic style" at your next Par-Tay!

I know what I speaketh!

I think it goes without saying that I know a good flick when I see one. Last night's winners and golden globe list of nominees only reinforces that fact!

'Dreamgirls' and 'The departed' were certainly my top picks for great movies of 2006... it would appear that great minds think alike. But I digress...

Without further adieu I would like to extend a special random shoutout...

Special Congratulations goes to...


Jennifer Hudson, Best Performance by an Actress In A Supporting Role in a Motion Picture



Martin Scorsese, Best Director - Motion Picture

Notes on a scandal

Rating: BRAVO (rating scale)

Now I will forewarn you, this is a good movie but it aint for everyone. Trust me on that. The movie features a twisted plot of deciet, betrayal, obsession, deviance ala a Lifetime movie with a Mary Kay Laturneau-esque meets Single White Female storyline combined with the overlay of good ole British cheer. Sidebar: what is it about a british accent that just draws us yankees in? Anyway, I digress. This movie will have you openly gasp with a distinct combination of disgust and shock during some scenes. However, I recommend it for an afternoon movie because there is alot of dialogue to follow. If you have a penchant for high drama and scandal then this flick is certainly for you.

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Children of Men

Rating: eh (rating scale)

* Submitted by VeeGee *

Now normally I say if Clive Owen's in it..see it! Afterall not since Pierce Brosnan circa Remington Steele have I been so captivated by a white man with an accent (Sean Connery aside of course). But the usually tasty Mr. Owen was a tattered, shambles through the ENTIRE FILM.. I mean who did his hair? Fire that makeup artist...and forgoodness sakes don't let me get started on wardrobe (somebody get that guy a proper shoe!) I know what you're saying:"Isn't the movie about the virtual end of humanity due to society's inability to procreate which in turn would lead to an anarchaic state of affairs in which grooming would not be a pivitol issue?" -- Yeah, but that ain't the point. I pay my money for a Clive Owen flick I want the FULL MONTY... bring back the Clive of "Closer" and "Derailed" - ooh and let's not forget "Inside Man", but I digress.If you like movies that make sense, set the stage upfront to explain the series of subsequent events to follow..or offer you some sort of closure at the end - DON'T SEE THIS FILM! The only reason I don't give it the Butterrfly "PEE-YOU" rating is that I must admit the action scenes are off the chain! You like an explosion..you'll like this. On more than one occassion I exclaimed to myself "now that had to hurt"..Bottom line... wait for the DVD. Better yet, buy it bootleg at from your local "hustleman" - coming soon to a salon or barber near you...LOL.

OK that's all folks.

Infidelity was inevitable…

this is my confession...

Okay folks…as it sit here sipping my (free) Starbucks venti skim caramel macchiato I am forced to reflect on my days of betrayal. Yes that’s right folks, I, for many weeks, almost months, have been involved in a horrible twisted tale of deceit, shame and guilt. But I’m back on track now. Back from the depths of treacherous denial and self shame. Luckily for me all has been forgiven, we can move on and start anew. I know many of you are beyond shocked by this news, as I have always maintained a grand image of being an intensely loyal and dedicated individual. What can I say other than mea culpa?


It all started so innocently. I remember that faithful day. It happened the day after thanksgiving to be exact. It was just so easy, so incredibly simple. Availability and accessibility can be the most tempting of temptations. It was that first sip that did me in. That’s right I said sip. I had a mug filled with Dunkin Donuts coffee, and I liked it. Actually I loved it. It was delish. Dare I say better than Starbucks? *gasp* I know… I was shocked as well.

It was really hard to deal with. My shame and addiction ran so deep that I actually bought a set of Starbucks travel mugs and would fill them with Dunkin Donuts coffee to disguise my shame and outright betrayal. All of the sneaking around, bowing my head in shame as I cradled my **sigh** Dunkin Donuts styrofoam cup. Styrofoam folks! Now I’m no Greenpeace tree hugger by any means, besides the obvious lack of aesthetic appeal can we have a thought for the environment Dunkin? What’s up with that? Can I get an option of an eco-friendly coffee cup?

But alas… never fear. The tryst has been put to rest. I’m back Starbucks, loyal as ever.

three things I know...

Now I don't know any secrets or magic tricks to weight loss...but I can tell you from the lay observation of some members of my local gym there some habits that are certainly deterrants. I'll share just a few..

3) showing up to the gym in full makeup and hair completely immboilized with hair spray

2) watching the food network, paul dean in particular while on the treadmill

1) sipping a starbucks latte while working out (witnessed that act just this morning... I'm still stunned)