HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Here we are at the end of the year and we’ve had some ups and we’ve had some downs. We’ve won a few and we’ve certainly lost a few. Triumphs, Lord yes. And tragedies too. It’s the circle of life , the mortal coil and all that.

We’ve learned a lot, that we can be sure of. Christmas day just passed, and whether you were surrounded by a huge loving family or sat this one out alone (I just did the latter) my wish for you is that you will see the the good of the season, reflect on the things that matter and above all, nurture the hope that keeps us all moving forward and capable of enjoying the days in front of us. Love the ones you’re with. Respect the ones who came before.

Comfort and give compassion to the ones less fortunate. That’s all we can ask of each other every day of the year, but it’s nice to have a season in the calendar where we can earnestly reflect on that, sort of take an emotional inventory and see how we are measuring up to the standards we set for ourselves.

That’s what I hope for this coming year. Yes, Peace on earth, always. But more importantly, peace within.

So I raise my glass to you and offer a very sincere Happy New Year!

Blessed is the season which engages the whole world in a conspiracy of love.

–Hamilton Wright Mabie

Damu - aka Urban Dad

TEEN LEAVES MESSAGE AFTER DEATH

Ben Breedlove died on Christmas Day from hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, but left a message behind. KXAN reports.

This story is amazing. The last message from Ben is the truth.

TIME OUT TIMER STOOL

This is better than a spanking anytime, but you can tell this kid is up to no good and will be sitting on the stool quite often... Just flip it over and get comfortable Mister.

Don't be that dude, Kian.

Damu - AKA Urban Dad.

THE GENTLEMAN ATHLETE

How to Win The Game Without Coming Off Like an Asshole.

For everyone who wants to play tennis with me, here are some basic rules

- Allways Two Cans of balls. Don't be the dick who shows up empty-handed.

-Ignore foot-faults (no Serena meltdowns). BTW, 94% of recreational players foot-fault. Its just part of the game.

-Line calls you make: If its close, it's in.

-Suspect Line calls: Third bad call, walk halfway to the net, peer toward the spot the ball landed, then walk back to the baseline and resume play.

FYI. If you plan on hooking me... Trust me, you will lose this game. Better ask somebody!

- A little light cursing is fine, shows you care, suggest you're trying. Unless there are children on the next court.

FYI. its sort of corny to curse... very high school...

- No throwing the racket. If you must, a racket dropped with just the right measure of disgust is every bit effective. (Johnny Mac meltdowns, aren't cool... Why, Because Johnny Mac is awesome and you're not...)

-As Red Auerbach once said to Charlie Pierce, "If you're keeping score, win."

-And then buy the beer.
FYI, Heineken if we're playing.

Just some friendly Urban Dad tennis etiquette tidbits on how to play tennis with your friends.

--Damu aka tennis expert.

RZA just launched his first electronic footprint, RZA’s World App for iTunes.

The new RZA app is crazy off the chain. Go grab it off iTunes now!!!!

BTW, the launch party for WeSC and RZA to celebrate the launch of the Chambers by RZA at Trousdale LA last week was off the hook!!!!. With the Chambers by RZA on display, a performance by Talib Kweli, DJ set by Paul Banks, the night hosted by Mike Epps and WeActivists The Lady Tigra, Eddie House of Steed Lord and Pase Rock spinning the night was, to put it frankly, fucking awesome.

Again,I would like to say thank you to RZA's agent, Cameron Mitchell for making this happen!

X-Mas Tree Lighting @ The Grove in Los Angeles, CA USA

RIP, HEAVY D

HEAVY D: "DON'T CLOCK ANYBODY, LET'EM ALL BE CLOCKIN YOU, DON'T BE DOWN WITH ANYBODY, LET'EM THEM ALL BE DOWN WITH YOU, I STARTED WITH A POW AND I'M END IT WITH A BANG, WE GOT OUR OWN THANG!

You'll be missed Dwight Myers pka Heavy D.

Damu aka Urban Dad

BEING ELMO

THIS IS AN EXCEPTIONAL AMERICAN STORY.

“Being Elmo” is the story of the man who is Elmo, Kevin Clash- an iconoclast if there ever was one. His story is inspiring to me almost as much as Elmo tickled my son’s heart before he could even talk.

MR. C BEVERLY HILLS

CAN'T WAIT FOR MR. C TO OPEN. HOPE THEY HAVE A SEXY BAR!

Cipriani offers the world's most sought after social experiences. Four unique venues with distinct styles provide the perfect options for an effortless affair. Offering the finest skyline views, old world charm, Art Deco glamour and grand Greek revival settings, Cipriani provides endless options and the freedom to design an event for any occasion. Cipriani guests are catered with the finest cuisine, impeccable attention to detail and classic service. The Good Life — Cipriani Style.

Tax cab driver sings as good as Michael Jackson!!! Crazy!

NEW YORK, NEW YORK!!!

The most beautiful, inspirational, and meaningful pictures of the Egyptian Revolution, 25-1-2011

Top Black Models Pose For Vogue Italia's 'Black Allure' Spread

Vogue Italia's "Black Allure" spread, hits newsstands this month. In the February issue Ajak Deng, Chanel Iman, Arlenis Sosa Pena, Jourdan Dunn, Melodie Monrose, Lais Ribeiro, Rose Cordero, Mia Aminata Niaria, Sessilee Lopez, Joan Smalls and Georgie Baddiel all strike a pose in the latest Versace, Ferragamo, Louis Vuitton, Lanvin and Dior.

BEST SUPERBOWL COMMERCIAL, "The Force"

Kian's Half Time Performance

London - Frederic Chaubin at No.9 Albemarle Street

Last night Paul Smith and Taschen held a private book signing to mark the launch of Frédéric Chaubin's 'CCCP: Cosmic Communist Construction Photography'.

'CCCP: Cosmic Communist Construction Photography' reveals 90 buildings sited in fourteen former Soviet Republics, expressing what Frederic considers to be the fourth age of Soviet Architecture. The book is a compendium of poetic images, displaying an unexpected rebirth of imagination during a period of political unrest.

On Wednesday 2nd February Paul Smith and Taschen held a private book signing to mark the launch of the book, inviting guests from the architecture and creative industries. Around 200 guests arrived at No.9 Albemarle Street and to meet Frédéric and request personal messages in the cover of their copies of the book.

A limited number of signed copies are now available to purchase from No.9, and will shortly be added to our online shop.

CCCP: Cosmic Communist Construction Photography by Frédéric Chaubin
Paul Smith
No.9 Albemarle Street
Mayfair
London
W1S 4BL

Some Cool Images

Storm Trooper coming out of the keyboard. I love it!!!

Who ever parked these planes, knows how to parallel park.

INFLUENCERS in-depth Series

INFLUENCERS in-depth Series / STEVE STOUTE from R+I creative on Vimeo.

PLEASE POUR ME A TALL GLASS!!!

Scarlett Johansson's New Moet Campaign. What Lovely Bubbles.

AN ENCOUNTER WITH GREATNESS

This was an amazing interview with the best of the best. I loved that Pele, Maradona, and Zidane each spoke in their native language to each other.

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