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5 Reasons To Watch The Walking Dead

February 15, 2016 by robincharmagne 8 Comments

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Hello,
I hope your Love Day was full of love! Today is the President’s Day holiday; however, I am working and not complaining about it! Let’s talk television – The Walking Dead. Season 6 premiered last night and reminded me why I love this show. So if you don’t know about The Walking Dead, it is an apocalyptic adventure that follows a mixed bag of survivors as they try to navigate this new and crazy world full of good guys, bad guys, and yeah zombies or as they are affectionately known walkers. Let me tell you what brings me back to AMC on Sunday nights at 9…

1. The Walking Dead is filmed in and around Atlanta and other parts of Georgia – the Hollywood of the South. Did you know Georgia was number 4 in movie/television filming in the U.S.? Being a native Atlantan, it thrills me to see my hometown week after week and learn about new towns like the infamous Woodbury home to the prison that was central to seasons 3 and 4
2. Strong female characters are significant to the show. Michonne, Carol, Maggie, and Sasha do not run and fall down and have to be saved in stereotypical girl fashion. No ma’am, they pull out their revolver, katana, or hammer and fight back and they do the saving. It is so refreshing to see women characters that lead, make decisions and exhibit strength and courage when faced with the impossible
3. This show is not afraid to take chances. You remember the days when a leading character could pretty much count on getting a check every episode? With this show, key characters and fan favorites get killed off as with my most loved Hershel in season 4. I shed some crocodile tears when they killed him off the show. I always say, if you get cast for TWD, don’t make any major purchases because you could get axed in any episode
4. You know a show is good when it has its own after party, hosted by Chris Hardwick. The Talking Dead airs right after the show with special celebrity guests and analyzes the previous episode. Funny and informative with sneak peeks and deep conversations, it is a must see after the show. You can even call in with questions
5. What The Walking Dead does best is force us to ask tough questions. Who would you be in this environment? We would love to think we would maintain 100% of ourselves, our humanity. But, as they say desperate times call for desperate measures. Could you kill, maim, bamboozle, and defend strangers to survive? What role would your faith play?

Repeatedly, I have said this show is not about zombies at all – in fact, they are somewhat anecdotal to the show. Last night confirmed that The Walking Dead is an ongoing class on how to be a human being. The Alexandria townspeople were deathly afraid of fighting the walkers – remaining locked in their homes without ever killing any walkers. Nevertheless, by the end of the episode, they realized they could not survive without banning together and getting some blood on their hands. In life, you cannot stand on the sidelines and hope to be saved, you have to jump out there and do your part to save yourself and in many cases, save other folk too.

Do you watch The Walking Dead?

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robincharmagne

Filed Under: Entertainment, Life, Television, Tourism Tagged With: Entertainment, television

Who’s On Television – Monday Musing

September 28, 2015 by robincharmagne 20 Comments

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Hello there,
I am not even going to say it, or rather type it, but y’all know October starts on Thursday right? I swear September is over and for me, it was a blur. However, there were notable events in September – Fashion Week, Football Season, Emmy Awards, Papal Visit, and many television season premiers! Yep a ton of new shows premiered last week, and I caught four of my old favorites and maybe a new favorite. Today’s Monday Musing is about television and might be a bit controversial. Here goes!

Therefore, the television got some serious use as I watched in order – Rosewood, Empire, Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal, and How To Get Away With Murder. I cannot say I was bowled over by any of the season premiers. Rosewood, a new favorite stars Morris Chestnut, he was handsome as ever, and the plot line was not horrible. Of course, the other shows are old favorites and were just okay for me.

However, by Friday, after watching everything, I noticed one consistent element of all 5 shows – a LGBT character or story line. So wait, this post is not for or against anyone’s lifestyle, I am not judging, I got my own ish. This post is about the television landscape in 2015 and your thoughts as television viewers. I thought how is it that every show, including Rosewood, that I watched had that particular story line. For me, I am on the fence. For example on How To Get Away With Murder, it was a twisty kinda thing with Annalise – was not expecting that turn of events. Hmmm, interesting, but explains why the lawyer lady was so emotional about the whole thing.

I like watching these crazy, unpredictable shows. However, I was thinking is this just a sign of the times or do the networks have a specific agenda? Did y’all notice? Does it change the tenor of the shows? Is it necessary? Do parents have any particular issues with LGBT characters or story lines? Perhaps the producers are attempting to have more diverse characters and stories. I do not know…

What did y’all watch? What are your thoughts? Don’t be skeered!!!

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robincharmagne

Filed Under: Entertainment, Life, Television Tagged With: Monday Musing

Summer TV – Faves On Friday

June 26, 2015 by robincharmagne 6 Comments

Happy Friday,
I hope your week was fab and you stayed cool! It has been a scorcher this week so I am looking forward to a cooler weekend. Dontcha’ love summer! I do because along with summer temps is summer tv! With most of our favorite tv shows e.g. Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal, The Good Wife, and The Walking Dead filming for the fall it’s fun, to find new tv shows to watch and some old favorites. Today’s Faves on Friday, are my top tv picks for summer. Take a peek.

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Suits – USA Network Wednesday @ 9

I loved this show from the jump! Legal shows always peek my interest and this one is so sleek and sexy. Set in New York, it centers on a law firm with a woman, Jessica Pearson(played by Gina Torres) at the helm, along with Harvey Specter (played by Gabriel Macht). The female characters are not just assistants to the men, they call the shots and play pivotal roles in every episode. On top of that, so dang stylish, those suits Jessica rocks and the dresses that Donna Paulsen (played by Sarah Rafferty) rocks are not your standard office wear, no boring blue suits! Now the men ain’t shabby either, Harvey Specter reminds me of Cary Grant, handsome, smart and dapper, but then can recite lines from all his favorite movies. So Cool! And let’s not forget Mike Ross (played by Patrick J. Adams) who isn’t actually a lawyer but with his photographic memory, he plays one at the firm. Suits fast paced with interesting cases and unique office dynamics.

Complications – USA Network Thursday @ 9

This is kind of a medical show and kind of a crime show. The main character Dr. John Ellison (played by Jason O’Mara) saves the life of a boy involved in a drive by shooting, now the boy just happens to be the son of a drug kingpin, uh huh. The story follows how the Dr. has to keep this boy safe without being killed by gang members. Meanwhile, dealing with the death of his own daughter. I’m two episodes in and I’m hooked.

Mr. Robot – USA Network Wednesday @ 10

Now this show intrigued me because it centers around technology and how the main character Elliot Alderson (played by Rami Malek) is a hacker who hacks for good, if that makes sense. But then he’s solicited by a mysterious group to hack all the big companies that threaten our way of life – like a modern-day Robin Hood. It’s interesting. Elliot is kinda weird, but pulls you in and you know I’m rooting for the good guys to win.

Fear the Walking Dead – AMC Premiere TBD

This show has not aired yet, but I will be watching. It is the prequel for The Walking Dead, what happened before Rick and crew. This show features new characters and is set in Los Angeles, should be awesome and answer some questions like how did the virus start???

Big Brother 17 – CBS Sunday/Wednesday @ 8 and Thursday @ 9

17? Yep I have watched for 17 seasons and I can not let the summer go by without watching the shenanigans on this show. There’s always twists all season and the house-guests live in a house that is always so sick with extreme nautical decor, transparent floors, and cameras in every room, including the bathroom.

Loads of fun! You can see last summer’s picks here, Extant is back, woohoo. Now pull out your favorite summer lounge wear and grab this popcorn set for some great tv nights!

Are you watching these shows? Have a cool weekend!

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robincharmagne

Filed Under: Entertainment, Life, Television Tagged With: Faves on Friday, summer

Superbowl Weekend – Faves On Friday Number 4

January 30, 2015 by robincharmagne 2 Comments

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Hi Pretties,
It’s the weekend! But better yet Superbowl Weekend in beautiful Phoenix, Arizona. More chicken wings get sold this weekend than any other weekend of the year. Yes, millions will be hooping and hollering on every fumble, flag on the play, and of course touchdown as the Seattle Seahawks tangle with the New England Patriots. To get ready for the big game, you gotta have some gear. I’ve handpicked some cute goodies for both of these Superbowl teams!

Superbowl Contender – Seattle Seahawks

Superbowl Contender – New England Patriots

Those Dirty Birdz, the Atlanta Falcons, had a kinda bad season – yep new Coach on the way! They didn’t even make the playoffs so the Superbowl was not even a thought. And don’t get me started on this new stadium mess, a whole lotta money for a fancy smancy stadium and we ain’t even make the playoffs. Bye Felecia! I have no skin in this game, but if I have to pick a side, it would be the Seattle Seahawks.

Who ya’ wit??? Have a fun weekend!

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Filed Under: Entertainment, Television Tagged With: Superbowl

NeNe Leaks Collection

October 27, 2014 by robincharmagne 14 Comments

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Happy Monday,
Can Monday really be happy, why yes of course. My nephew’s 18th birthday dinner on Friday was a lot of fun. It’s so interesting to watch him interact with his friends and try to be an almost grown-up(18 ain’t grown)! Good times with the fam though. The rest of the weekend was pretty quiet and I took complete advantage of it and chillaxed! Admittedly, I was channel surfing and saw NeNe Leakes 2nd collection on HSN and my verdict – fashion forward, good quality, age appropriate and at good prices. I have admired NeNe’s fashion sense on the Real Housewives of Atlanta. For a woman over 40, her style is very sexy, but not too over the top. I was excited about her first collection, which sold out on HSN and the 2nd collection may do the same thing. I’ve curated my choices from NeNe’s collection which includes touches of faux leather, which you already know I like a lot. That coat is the business and it has matching gloves. I included the tee-shirt with just a hint of sequin on the sleeves, it’s on clearance and would be a nice layering piece under a moto jacket or a blazer.

So whaddya think? NeNe or NoNo? I like it and look for a future OOTD rocking my favorite piece from the NeNe Leakes Collection on HSN.

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Filed Under: Shopping, Style, Television Tagged With: HSN, NeNe Leakes Collection

Style Maven…Queen Latifa

October 22, 2014 by robincharmagne 4 Comments

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Hello,
This week is creeeeping by! Weekend get here already! No OOTD today but never fear, I’m sharing a true Style Maven, Queen Latifa! Can I just say this is my girl crush! Her fashion style has evolved from rap hipster with the asymmetrical cut and big hoops earrings to fashion diva with her own Queen Collection, yeah she rocks some amazing style. Take a peek!… 

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Filed Under: Entertainment, Music, Style, Television Tagged With: Style Maven

Friday Fan

September 26, 2014 by robincharmagne 11 Comments

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Hi pretties,
I’m am so done, from 8-11 I was in a trance watching ABC tv. I’m a big fan of Shonda Rhimes and today I’m totally pooped from all the craziness of last night’s television watching. I still love Grey’s and Scandal. Not sure about How To Get Away With Murder, but I will give it another week. Poor Friday, nobody will be watching your shows because, we’re still recuperating from Thursday’s shows. Oh and the fashion was amazing as usual! I’m off to get a BIG cup of coffee to keep me awake…is it 5:30 yet??

Have a restful weekend!
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Filed Under: Entertainment, Television Tagged With: ABC

Scandalous Accessory

October 3, 2013 by robincharmagne 2 Comments

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The Details:
One – Castiglione Long Calf Hair and Leather Gloves – Browns – $251
Two – Maison Martin Margiela Long Gloves – FarFetch – $162
Three – Dolce & Gabbana Leopard Printed Virgin Wool Long Gloves – LuisAviaRoma – $645
Four – Kate Spade Stud Bow Knit Long Gloves – Kate Spade – $88
Five – Jill Sander Elbow Length Gloves – Farfetch – $420
Six – N° 21 Contrast Gloves – Farfetch – $275

Hello Pretties,
Well you know I can’t talk about anything today except season three of Scandal. Yesss! Olivia Pope and the gladiators are back for more juiciness! But of course we have to talk about the fashion and I’ll keep you posted on the fab fashion for this season. The show’s amazingly talented costume designer is Lyn Paolo who is keeping the neutral palette and elegant, classic style for Olivia and using one of my favorite accessories the opera glove. In an interview with Harper’s Bazaar, Ms. Paolo said, “We started playing with opera-length gloves and I’m still a little obsessed with gloves. It’s a sad obsession. Kerry teases me about it. I like clean elegance.”

I love that opera gloves are good for day or night depending up the fabric. Your wools and leathers for day and your satins and cottons for night. Perfect complement to casual and formal looks.

I’m so excited to see what designer duds Olivia dons this season from the jewelry and handbags, and oh those coats and this season, the cape coat, oh yeah!

Are you trying a new accessory for the Fall season?

Get your snacks ready for a great night of TV lovelies!

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Keep it Pretty,
robincharmagne

Filed Under: Accessories, Gifts, Shopping, Style, Television Tagged With: Browns, Dolce and Gabbana, Farfetch, Harper's Bazaar, Kate Spade, Luisaviaroma, opera gloves, Scandal

What I Wore- Hair Edition

August 7, 2013 by robincharmagne 4 Comments

Hello pretty ones,
It’s Hump Day as they say! Never liked that phrase, so I’ll rephrase and say it’s mid-week, two more days until the weekend! Yeah I know I just came back from vacay, but I swear it feels like a distant memory. Today I’m swapping the OOTD for What I Wore – Hair Edition. This post is inspired by InStyle Mag’s Transformation series where we see our favorite celebs hair transformation over the years. Here’s one of the best, Kerry Washington.

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This girl’s cheek bones are the truth, always looking feminine and sexy. How does she do it! I love her many hair transformations but these three really work; highlighting her natural beauty, especially those eyes. Did you know Kerry was a Phi Beta Kappa grad? Beauty and brains, gotta love it! Sometimes it’s so boring to wear the same style over and over so we change our hair for a specific occasion or season. Here’s a peek at my transformations this year!

Hair and There

Hair is an accessory and can make or break an outfit, as you lovelies already know. It’s fun to spice it up from time to time.

Do you change your hairstyle often? Do you experiment with color, wigs or hair extensions?

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robincharmagne

Filed Under: Beauty, Giveaway, Hair, Television Tagged With: celebs, hair, Instyle Magazine

Brad, Brunch, and Birch Box

July 15, 2013 by robincharmagne

Hi pretties,
Happy Monday! The weekend was pretty good. I saw World War Z at my favorite movie spot! It was much better than expected, not so much about zombies as much as how to solve a mystery. Think I am Legend with people. Gotta love Brad Pitt, he’s getting better with age. And Sunday Brunch at a cool spot. I had the French Toast with a side of apple wood bacon, but my brunch bud had the eggs on an English muffin with blue crab and shrimp cake and sauteed spinach. Yeah it looked delish.
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And, of course a lovely treat in the mail – Birch Box goodies! The theme for this month’s box is Power Play and the importance of taking control of your beauty routine. The folks at Birch Box collaborated with two actresses from one of my favorite shows, Suits. This summer, I have been patiently waiting for this highly styled, smart, and well written law firm drama to return to cable television. Two of the key characters on the show are, wise cracking “Donna” played by Sarah Rafferty and over-achiever “Rachel” played by Meghan Merkle. These ladies offer up their favorite pick from this month’s collection. Here are this month’s goodies!

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Birchbox - Bobby Pins

Birchbox – Bobby Pins

Juliette Has a Gun - Not a Perfume - Perfume

Juliette Has a Gun – Not a Perfume – Perfume

ModelCo - Party Proof Lipstick

ModelCo – Party Proof Lipstick

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Suits pick – theBalm – Staining Blush

Vivant - Green Tea Cleanser

Vivant – Green Tea Cleanser

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Suits airs Tuesday @ 10/9c

Suits airs Tuesday @ 10/9c

I’m still loving the Birch box subscription service. I’m learning about so many amazing beauty brands and discovering great products to try out! And don’t forget, if you like a fast paced, intriguing show with powerful women in the corner office, checkout Suits! which airs Tuesdays, 10/9c on USA.

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robincharmagne

Filed Under: Beauty, Blogging, Shopping, Television Tagged With: beauty, Cinebistro, Juliette Has a Gun, Model Co., Olmsted, Suits, the Balm, USA Network, Vivnat

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