New Year, New Beginnings

Dear World,

It's officially 2009 and most of us have made resolutions. Some of us have one or two while others have concocted an entire list of things to do that we may never get to. But this year I challenge myself (and everyone reading this) to change for the better. Change is instantaneous and a choice. I'm choosing to be myself at my best no matter how hard it may be. Here's a few things I plan on working on/changing in 2009

• strengthening my relationship with God: clearly this is at the top of my list. This doesn't mean going to church more (necessarily) but instead praying more, reading the Bible and having much more faith!

• being in my best body ever: that doesn't mean losing or gaining weight per se but just looking and feeling good

• having the wedding of my dreams: every girl has thought of this day but in real life, weddings cost beaucoup bucks but I'm not going to let that dictate the fabulosity of the day

• starting a web show: this is something I've wanted to do for a couple of months now and after thorough planning, the help of great friends and vast tenacity this resolution may turn into real life as soon as next week

• building my first home: it's something that the Fiance has always wanted to do and now I share that same dream

• NETWORKING: just got a new internship and plan on networking my butt off while I'm there...

• maintaining and cherishing relationships: I have a great family, becoming a part of an awesome one and over the years I have had some really great friendships with people who I don't necessarily see or speak to everyday but because of these people I've been the happiest I've ever been. My ultimate goal is to keep it that way.

I guess all in all what I'm trying to say is that change isn't bad. And I'm not doing it because it's what I'm "supposed" to do. I'm not doing it so people like me more, to more money, to be envied or anything like that. I'm not changing because I'm unhappy or even because 2008 was a bad year. Instead I'm changing for the better, because striving to be better is NEVER a bad thing. Come 2010, I'll be changing for the better AGAIN!

Have you made any changes or resolutions for the New Year? Let me know! Leave your comments...

YYYYYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYY!!!

I love my life! 2009...the year of new beginnings!

I'll explain more later...

To My Loves

Ok, I'm alive. I've been incredibly busy. I'm in the process of launching the new and improved Mattieologie site and preparing, filming and writing scripts for the show. I was also in New Orleans for the holiday and had an awesome time for Christmas. More details on that later. However, when I came home I met my kitchen flooded and the ceiling bowed leaking with water so naturally I've been trying to get that taken care of. And last but not least I had a very important interview for something I can't speak on but cross your fingers for me. I have a feeling I'm going to get it.

In a nutshell, I've been busy. But 2009 is only a day and I assure that Mattieologie will be at its best and you guys - the readers - will reap its benefits. Hang tight, be patient with me and everything should be back to normal come January 5th.

Stay tuned.

Little Men

Everyone that I know who has had a baby lately has been having boys. I love it!! (I want five boys myself.) Above is the Fiance's godson, Harlem Anthony, who turned 1 last week. He's also having the most fantastic birthday party a one year old has ever had in New Orleans today.

SMH. Being a grown up kind of sucks right now.




Here is my friend Racheal's son, Nicholas. He turns one in January and seriously is the cutest thing. He should so be a GAP baby...

4 More Days Until Christmas

The only thing in my house that has to do with Christmas.

I know. I've got to do better...

Dear World: 250,000 readers!

::Me at the Q-Tip/Janelle Monae/The Cool Kids show last month::

Hey loves,

So yesterday, I was doing a lot. I've been freelancing (writing), writing scripts for the show, planning a wedding, making orders for my business, getting ready for the holidays and keeping my house in order. This was the first time in a long time I haven't blogged according to schedule - please bear with me. I might not be on it for a couple of days and next Tuesday I'm off to New Orleans for the holiday. You shall not be disappointed. I'm working uberhard.

Be sure to check out Mattieologie daily. Pass the word along to your friends about this awesome blog that you read and help support the 250,000 readers movement for Mattieologie. 2009 is going to be a big year for the blog - and in my life in general - and to get that type of readership would be such a BLESSING.

Thank you so much to those of you who do read regularly, leave your comments and your kind words. It seriously has kept me going.

XOXO,

Mattie

My Compatibilty With The Fiance

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Love Compatibility of Gemini with Libra

Geminis and Libras have a lot in common - you're both well-mannered and want to change the world. Although you may be a little faster with a clever reply, your Libra's sense of style is unmatched. Creativity is important to both of you, and you can find success and long-term happiness by working together in the arts - either visual arts, music or writing. You both have good taste, although your style is a little more eclectic than Libra's. If you moved in together, your living space would have an air of sophistication and harmony - just like your relationship.

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This thoroughly excites me. I already knew we were perfect for each other, but when MySpace gives you the go...you know you've got the real thing!

He he he he...

Happy Sunday.

Question of the Day: Powerful or Sexy?

Would you rather be powerful or sexy?

Mattie's answer: Powerful.

Of course this is coming from the female perspective - but to me, being powerful is sexy. Especially in my mid-20's as I transition into complete and total adulthood, I believe that if you're too sexy or too attractive you can't be taken seriously. Now I get it. There a re just some people out there who are sexy. That's just what they do. At the end of the day though you're going to respect and hold the person in charge in high regard.

Now please don't misunderstand me. There's nothing wrong with being sexy. I just wondered if you had to pick one of them which one would the majority of people choose. I think that sexiness is so instantaneous and by nature the first thing we respond to. It responds to us at an emotional level and we all know making decision off of our emotions is not a good look.

With someone who is powerful, you're usually intrigued. Women love a man who's in charge because we like security. Men tend to respond to women who are in power because they can relate and seldom do they come across women who are just as powerful or more powerful than them. (And a lot of times, to men, that can be intimidating.)

Sexiness is less likely to be considered powerful than being powerful is to be considered sexy but it's possible to be considered both. I think that's why someone like Beyonce is into someone like Jay-Z. Sure, Jay may not be the most attractive guy in the world but he's powerful. He's about business. And his sexiness sure doesn't meet Beyonce's sex appeal. However, if he wasn't powerful, I think it's safe to say they wouldn't be together. That's just my opinion.

At the end of the day, the big difference is respect. When you're powerful you're respected and when you're sexy you're momentarily desired. Think of it this way: would you rather learn how to be sexy or how to be powerful? I'd much rather have Oprah teach me what she knows than Marisa Miller.

I'm just saying.

Memory Lane

I just wanted to reminisce on the time when it was summer and I was taking pictures with T.I.

Those were the days...

The Biggest Year of My Life

So honestly, it is a slow news day which kind of allots me some time to plan some wedding stuff. Yeah, I forgot too that I was getting married. (I've just created "The Wedding" label to force me to face the music.)

I just logged in to my page on The Knot and here's what read.

Mattie and Chris's Checklist

September 19, 2009 • DAYS TO GO: 284

TO-DOS ON LIST: 184 | COMPLETED TO-DOS: 5

Yeah...it seems as if it were only yesterday when the Fiance proposed and I got the Rock. Then I had exactly 367 days left to plan the wedding. It's now widdled down to 284. Before you know it there'll be 100 days left and then just 2 weeks before the wedding ensues.

I'm in the process of choosing bridesmaid dresses and I have no idea what to pick. I'll be posting what I've found shortly. I need all the help I can get. Because clearly I have approximately 184 things to do before I walk down the aisle. Hey at least I got 5 things out of the way already. I think they included saying yes, wearing the ring and blogging about it.

Also, I've been doing a lot of reading and writing for the show. Consequently, 2009 will be the BIGGEST YEAR OF MY LIFE. So I'm trying to pace myself that's all.

Above is what I'd like the cake to look like. What do you think?

I figure it's cake not rocket science. Let's keep it basic.

Mattieologie: The Show

Mattieologie will have a web show very soon...I'm so excited! With that being said, I wanted to know from you all - the readers - what it is that you would like for me to speak on.

Is it fashion? Entertainment? Dating? Let me know what topic you would like me to discuss. Feel free to elaborate and email me at mattie@mattieologie.com or leave your comments with suggestions.

Thanks!

XOXO

Internet Problems and Mattieologie: The Show

My apologies loves. Apparently my internet took the day off. Hence, why there were no new blogs today and why I'm posting this at 3:23am. Tomorrow, even though it is Saturday I will post as if it's a work day since technically I had the day off. Hopefully, I'll get them up early.

I can't sleep...I took a little cat nap today and now I'm up. Still.

In good news though, Mattieologie: The Show is coming to a computer near you. I'll keep you posted. But it's looking like we could have some episodes up as early as next month.

Keep your fingers crossed.

Well, I'm going to try and lay it down. Until tomorrow (or later on today) loves.


XOXO,

Mattie

Self Potrait: A Natural Woman

So as I get older I keep convincing myself that I need to wear lipstick...assert myself and wear more skirts and just fully grab being a woman by the balls. (How about that for an oxy moron?!)

I didn't have instant overnight success but I did try a lipstick (which I rarely do except for special occasions) and I loved it! A rouge mouth is a happy mouth. I don't know why I don't do this more often. I love make up and I love my lips but I think I was always afraid for the two to come together in full blown technicolor. But if you pick the right color to go with your complexion (and contrast beautifully with your ensemble - there's nothing worse than matchy-matchy make up) you can work wonders!

Don't worry I didn't wear that goofy look on my face the entire time but the lip color (Red Fig by Mary Kay) went perfect with my marigold pokadotted top with beige dress pants and pearls.

I really felt like...a natural woman.

Cheesy? Yes...but you get my drift.

NYFW Review: People, Parties and Clothes!

So as you know last week was New York Fashion Week and I gave a little sneak peek of the Rock and Republic show. I have more pictures and info so throughout this week I will have flicks of runway shows from Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Kimora Lee Simmons and much more! So stay tuned...


In the meantime, stay in the know with my other blog, The Minority Report.