Tina Fey Getting Her Groove On

Griner dunks over Gators as Baylor moves on

Brittney Griner has become the second woman to dunk in an NCAA tournament game, throwing one down with her right hand early in the second half of Baylor's game against Florida on Tuesday night. Griner's dunk came off a pass from Kimetria Hayden after the Baylor guard came up with an offensive rebound near the basket. Candace Parker of Tennessee dunked twice in an NCAA tournament game in 2006 against Army. It was Griner's first dunk of the season and sixth of her career. She's one short of Parker's career record. Source: ESPN

Lifetime casts all-black 'Steel Magnolias' remake

I love this idea. I am a huge fan of the original and cannot wait to see this take on it.

Last fall, Lifetime announced plans to create an updated version of the 1989 movie 'Steel Magnolias' with an all-black cast, and so far the project has snagged stars like Queen Latifah and Phylicia Rashad. According to Entertainment Weekly, Queen Latifah is set to take on the role of M'Lynn Eatenton (originally played by Sally Field), and will also serve as executive producer on the project along with Craig Zadan and Neil Meron. Condola Rashad will play M'Lynn's diabetic daughter Shelby, as previously played by Julia Roberts, while Condola's real-life mother Phylicia Rashad will portray the widow Clairee. Alfre Woodard's on board to portray Ouiser Boudreaux; "Pariah's" Adepero Oduye is set to take on beauty assistant Annelle; and Jill Scott is expected to play hairdresser Truvy. The President and General Manager of Lifetime Networks, Nancy Dubuc, said in a statement that the cast that's been assembled is "astounding." To be directed by Kenny Leon, "Queen Latifah, Phylicia, Alfre, Jill, Adepero and Condola are some of the most celebrated women in music, film, television and stage ," Dubuc said, "and we could not be more thrilled and honored for them to bring Robert Harling's poignant story about the strength of women to a whole new generation." Last year, Lifetime described the new "Steel Magnolias" as revolving around a close group of women in Louisiana, which makes it sound like it'll stick close to the original adaptation of the stage play, but only time will tell if that's the case. A premiere date is expected to be scheduled for later this year.

Source: CNN's "The Marquee Blog"

Long overdue!

That's exactly what this entry is. I cannot believe it has been so long since I have made an entry. So much has happened to me, my family, and the world in this span of time. I so look forward to updating you on the happenings both to and around me.

Until then, take care of yourself and don't just say it, but show someone you love them.

- B

"Holding on to anger is like grasping a hot coal with the intent of throwing it at someone else; you are the one who gets burned."

One of the greatest abilities God has given each one of us is the ability to believe. When you believe, you can overcome any difficulty."

- Joel Osteen

"The value of your personal network isnt determined by size but diversity. Build friendships with people different from you."

- Rick Warren

"You can't build a reputation on what you're going to do."

- Henry Ford

"If you believe in faith and keep speaking victory, favor, health & wholeness, you will see positive changes begin to happen in your life."

"Stop doing the same boring things day in & day out! Don't just think outside the box; GET RID of the damn box!"

- Rev Run

"Haters are like crickets. They make a lot of noise: you hear 'em, but u can't see 'em. When u walk right by 'em, they're quiet. #SquashEm"

"I speak peace to the inner turmoil that lurks like clouds in the recess of ur soul. Let there be light, wisdom, and a sense of direction!"

"The secret of happiness is to count your blessings while others are adding up their troubles."

"Divine guidance is an invaluable resource. Without it, you are like a sailor unable to find his way because he has no compass on his ship"

"3 types of people to stay away from: the UNinspired, the UNexcited & the UNgrateful."

- Rev Run

"If you are too consumed with the way you think things should go, you won?t hear God speak or recognize His promptings."

- Joyce Meyer

"Don't just ask God what He can or is going to do for you. Ask Him what you can do for someone else."

- Joyce Meyer

"God gives us the strength to do what is right, but we are the ones who must choose it. He won?t do it for us."

- Joyce Meyer

"Do you love your lady? Your kids? Really? Saying you love someone is not enough. (The proof of love is the investment of TIME! - M. Murdock)"

"FEAR NOT! God's grace always kicks IN. When your strength wears OUT." - 2nd Corinthians 12:9