Monday Motivation

Seeing Red
Meghan Markle & Prince Harry

With all the chaos in the world I thought we needed some Monday Motivation today that would represent and spread some joy. Thus when I stumbled upon this photo of the "Artist Formerly Known As Prince" Harry and Meghan Markle at the Mountbatten Festival of Music, I knew I have struck MM gold!

Because, let's face it, life is tough, that's just the way it is. These two are going trough their emancipation from the Royal Family at present and publicly so they are pretty much a unifying symbol of that.

Yet, those matching vibrant red ensembles are enough to put a smile on anyone's face 😀

Perseverance is the word for this Monday. Everyone of us has the strength to deal with life's adversities. 

So put on your personal "vibrant red" and go out into the world and seize the day!

Perseverance on Wikipedia -
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perseverance  

Michael's Musings

Join Me?
Michael's Musings

Mueller, Muller, Muller that's all I ever hear, so let's take a sabbatical with Michael, Michael, Michael - You know you want it minions, it's time...

Who is this milk-bull, and how can I trap him in my esophagus?

Denise Richards on The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is my spirit animal!

How fast do you think Meghan Markle doffed her high heels after the photo of her Prince Harry and Archie was clicked? Ouch!

Seriously, it only takes thirty seconds?

Am I the only one who thought Tinsley Mortimer's ringmaster get up on The Real Housewives of New York was so Baby Jane Hudson?

Trader Joe's organic Flaxseed, two tablespoons every morning, the more you know

Booze, it's a family affair

Spitters suck, think about it, but not too much

Archie & Sabrina
KJ Apa & Kiernan Shipka

“me & the royal baby. congrats meghan & harry!” - Kiernan Shipka

People will stare, make it worth their while

Caught a screening of the great film Wild Things with my spirit animal Denise Richards in it on the rooftop of The Montalban in Hollywood last night - "F#ck Off!"

Witches who paddle board, discuss

Marie Osmond is joining The Talk I may actually DVR an episode now, yeah I've never seen it

Whoever is trying to bring you down is already below you

I have a head for business and a bod for sin, so follow me at:
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Head

Totally Different Head
Jared Leto

Yesterday was a big day, with the birth of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's bouncing baby boy and of course a little to do called The Met Gala in NYC. 

Today is gonna pale in comparison, or perhaps not. Hey, it's all what you make of it. 

What's giving me life today? Why Jared Leto's I'm going to venture a guess and say Game of Thrones inspired look from yesterday's Gala. Which is a bedazzled man dress, but what truly makes this an envelope pusher is Leto carrying his own severed head.

Only Jared of Leto could, and for that matter would, pull this off. 

Now if you'll excuse me I'm gonna start plotting how to overthrow Mr. Leto's status as King of Pushing Boundaries. That's correct minions, I am going to sally forth and make a bid for the throne...

Mic Drop!

For more Met Gala fun click on the Vogue Magazine link below -

https://www.vogue.com/tag/event/met-gala

Michael's Musings

I Think I'm Going...
Michael Shinafelt

"Let me hear you say, this shit is bananas, B-A-N-A-N-A-S" - Gwen Stefani, Hollaback Girl 

Going bananas this Holiday season minions?! My reality? Mine is to carry on with the least possible amount of static. Do you get my vibe? I am 100% positive you do. Carry on...

I have a confession to make, My name is Michael I am a Sagittarius I'll be your master tonight - and BTW my Birthday is this coming Tuesday...

Meghan Markle & Prince Harry apparently have creepy wax figures. Honestly are there really any other kind?!

"I have yet to find a top good enough to make the girls stay put" - A Busty Female Friend Of Mine

Why be an elf on a shelf, when you can be a whore in a drawer? I ask you? Answer me!

On the first day of Christmas...according to the song there are merely 12 days of this. Yet I feel there have been 90. It started around October 1st...

What's next? Meth Addicts protesting "All I Want For Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth?"

Never be a villain in a soft core porno

Baby It's Cold Outside - "Yes" it really is

Dr, Nina nails it with this meme. Quote from body image expert Marcia Hutchinson.
Follow the good doctor on Instagram @ https://www.instagram.com/drninainc/?hl=en

When in doubt always remember give zero F#cks 

Byline of the week: Stars react to the 2019 SAG Award Nominations - oh wait, wake me up from my slumber 

Dear Kathie Lee Gifford - booze in mass quantities, like you didn't already know that grrrrrl!

Pink is the word...

Happy 50th Birthday to my awesome friend Maresa Wickham - see you at your party tonight!

That's my shit at:
https://www.instagram.com/michaelshinafelt/?hl=en
https://twitter.com/MShinafelt  

The Markle Sparkle

Don't Tell The Koala, But I'm Pregnant
Prince Harry & Meghan Markle
at
Sydney's Taronga Zoo

Congratulations to Prince Harry & Meghan Markle - They're pregnant! Of course I am not the first to report this, but I will be the one to help spearhead a movement.

One of the best things I saw online with regard to this joyous news was "Instead of "Baby Glow" let's trend the "Markle Sparkle." Perfection!

Sparkle, Meghan, Sparkle! Well quite frankly she does. There is an inner and outer beauty to Ms. Markle that is flat out radiant and shines like a diamond.

Hats off to whoever came up with this idea, I for one am 100% behind this.

Sing it high, sing it low, let everyone know the "Markle Sparkle" is a thing.

Enjoy your day and don't forget to...you know, sparkle!

Kensington Palace on Twitter -
https://twitter.com/KensingtonRoyal?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor 

Michael's Musings

Hustle For My Muscle
Michael Shinafelt

Let's start today off with one of the most useless quotes ever "Good things come to those who wait."

You've got to be kidding me that this is something anyone would subscribe to in their right mind. Good things come to those who hustle and bust their booty, don't let them tell you otherwise, moving on...

This is your life and it's ending one minute at a time

Because of the Lily Cup Compact I get excited about my next period

Daryl Hannah & Neil Young are married, the more you know

Balanced, fulfilled individuals need only apply

Is there life on Uranus? In it perhaps?

Do no harm, but take no sh!t, and get lots of...

When at home I am usually naked 

Some of us just like to read

R.I.P. John McCain

She Will Rock You!
Prince Harry & Meghan Markle

Meghan Markle, Meghan Markle, Meghan Markle

In the end, you will thank me

Just Because...India Gants

Stop the vapidness!

Choose Life

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Twos - Day

Prince Harry & Meghan Markle

Happy Twos -Day! That's correct minions being the random contraption I am, I'm feeling the love of the numeral two twoday. As in two people, couples or two people spending some "quality time" together.

This is most likely because I had some hot, intense "quality time" recently and it's been on my mind ever since. Hey, you can't shake that feeling easily.

So, I have decided to post celebrity twosomes that are eye catching to myself and others. Bask, minions, bask! No need to thank me you can just....

Chrissy Teigen & John Legend

Justin Timberlake & Jessica Biel

Amal & George Clooney

Michael's Musings

A Walking Study In Demonology
Michael Shinafelt

This is the week that was, and shall be forever and ever. Seven days in a life, seventy ways to do whatever you want.

Oh, it's time for me to bring it! R U ready?!?!

Having lost 43lbs. "Yes" I am down to 170, from 213. I have readjusted my goal weight from 165 to 163. Seriously who wants to say they have lost 48lbs, when they could say they lost 50?!

In case you didn't hear Prince Harry & Meghan Markle got hitched this past weekend

BTW - is your butt crack so numb you can't feel a string?

Sometimes you have to rebel and not get the F#ck out of bed

What ever you wouldn't do, name it after me

Entertain Me former Teen Idol fave Mike Clifford has something coming June 11th that will blow your collective nads off - 
Keep up with him here: https://www.facebook.com/MikeCliffordsWonderfulWorld/

Just Because...Dirty Dog

52 & Fabulous!
Brooke Shields

Brooke Shields did a sizzling bikini layout, she's 52. That's correct minions Brooke and I have something in common. We are both 52 and our bodies are hot!

Why are there so many songs about _____ it's time to fill in the blank!

Got penis breath?

Just saw a byline that states: "Caitlyn Jenner Opens Up" - Thanks for that image, not!

Kevin Federline wants more child support from Britney Spears - Translation: I'm a deadbeat "Feed Me!"

Little boxes, discuss

Trader Joe's has a pepperoni pizza/mac & cheese bowl. File Under: things that make you wanna hurl

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Just Because...A Royal Wedding Portrait

What A Feeling!
Prince Harry & Meghan Markle

Just Because I love black and white photography, Just Because the magic still lingers & Just Because they make such a great pair - here is the official portrait of Prince Harry & Meghan Markle brought to you by the words Royal & Wedding.

You know I really don't have much to say about posting this, since I am probably one of the last individuals covering and commenting on pop culture to do so. 

This beautiful image speaks for itself. You don't need me to tell you my impressions of it, because I am betting mine are simpatico with yours.

Plain and simple this image evokes positive energy. That's something everyone needs right here, right now. So let's go with it - what a feeling!

Enjoy more Royal Wedding photos here:
http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-44201476   

Just Because...George & Amal Clooney

One Word: Wow!
Amal & George Clooney

Just Because it's the day after the Royal Wedding, Just Because it's Sunday Funday & Just Because they looked so amazing here are, IMHO the best dressed couple who attended the wedding of the century George & Amal Clooney.

"Wow" was the word that came to mind when Amal showed up in this stunning yellow number that complimented her to perfection. It was a bold choice of color and hot damn, she worked it!

She also had a great accessory by her side, her husband George, ya know that Clooney guy. Who wisely ditched traditional black formal wear and went with a tailored gray number that completed his wife's out of the box color choice to perfection.

What's that you say?! "Yes" I did see the actual wedding, it was lovely. Honestly, we all need someone to look at us the way Harry looks at Meghan, the love those two have for  one another is obvious. It was the perfect anecdote to all the hate going on in the world around us to be reminded that love can, and will conquer all.

On that note, Michael has left the building...

Check out more photos from the Royal Wedding by clicking on this link from the New York Times:
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/05/19/world/europe/royal-wedding-in-photos.html

Fairy Tales Do Come True!

Have To Believe We Are Magic
Prince Harry & Meghan Markle

With all the heinous things happening in the world around us, it's nice to witness a real life Fairy Tale - Once upon a time....

Thus let's pop open a bottle of our finest bubbly and toast to the union or Prince Harry & Meghan Markle on this May 19th 2018!

For those of you who think this event is frivolous, you may want to re-think that position. For better of for worse this Royal Wedding matters on so many levels, politically and psychologically.

How so? Let me break it down for you.

On the political front you have two philanthropists getting hitched who, in lieu of wedding gifts gave a list of charities they would like their guests give donations to. Meghan Markle is biracial, while I am at loathe to make this a point since it is 2018 - sadly it is still significant. It's the uniting of two different countries, think about it, but not too hard.

Psychologically with what seems like weekly mass shootings happening and the general state of the planet,this reminds us the magic of love really does exist. We need the escapism and pageantry right here, right now. There hasn't been a Cinderella story like this since Grace Kelly married Prince Rainier of Monaco.

"Yes" people today we are reminded that their is hope in the world and that Fairy Tales have the power to still come true when we choose love over hate. 

Congratulations to the happy couple.Let love rule!!!

Michael's Musings

Michael Says, Relax...
Michael Shinafelt

What's happening minions I'm back for this weeks edition of Michael's Musings...Ooooops, I'm doing it again! 

There is one really specific thing on my mind of late. Me being fabulous over fifty, being that I have lost 41lbs! I am down to 172 from 213 - suck on that! Time to address adventures in being bad ass and other things, it's time to keep moving...!

Breaking News! A beautiful, super in love couple named Prince Harry & Meghan Markle are getting hitched Saturday! (OK, not breaking news, unless you have been living in a cave)

Yesterday before yoga I went to weigh in and the scale registered I was 178! I almost cried, until it hit me that I still had my yoga mat and gym bag in my hands. Yep! I'm still status quo.

Did lunch at Wahlburgers on the Sunset Strip with Ms. Jackie Kilmer & Mr. Ken Phillips Tuesday. Always skirting the edge of glory.

Whatever happened to Faye Ray?

Do you know why I am nicknamed the "Disco Stick?"

Hello my trick

Jennifer Garner needs to stop asking "What's in your wallet" because one day someone will let her know.

Dear Wine, it's me Michael

Hitting The Mat @ Gold's Gym Hollywood
Michael Shinafelt

911 - help I have become addicted to something I used to hate, yoga! PS Gold's Hollywood, U R Welcome for the free plug, again!

To my friend Maresa Wickham - "Fail" 

Just saw Meghan Markle's half sister is hospitalized with a broken ankle on E!Online. The only way this is news is if Meghan went all Tonya Harding on her ass!

Twitter Trolls, discuss -

Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow?

So glad I binged the first eight episodes of Famous In Love season two on Freeform this past weekend. While season one was meh, this season has really nailed it!

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The Home Stretch

Fairy Tale
Prince Harry & Meghan Markle

Last week was a reminder to "save the date" as it was two weeks away. Well this week we are hitting the home stretch. That's correct peeps, the Royal Wedding is now officially one week away, seven days and counting, the home stretch.

The thing is, this event couldn't come at a better time in the history of the world. What the world needs now is love, sweet love. Yeah, I cribbed that phrase from a song, but no truer words could be spoken presently.

Harry & Meghan are the fairy tale people need right here, right now. This is going to be one off the hook wedding and promises to deliver that happily ever after ending we all deserve. 

I'm sucker for magical moments and this will not disappoint. 

RSVP for Saturday May 19th Windsor Castle - I already have!

The Royal Wedding on Wikipedia:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wedding_of_Prince_Harry_and_Meghan_Markle

Save The Date

The countdown that had begun months ago now draws even closer. "Yes" two weeks from today the Royal Wedding of Prince Harry and one Meghan Markle is happening.

With countless viewing parties at various entities in every state & city, as well as stay at home get together's in place this is going to be one of the biggest events of 2018.

Am I going to watch? Unless I have a commitment that prevents me from doing so, computer says "Yes."

These two can't stop the feeling of the power of love when you see them together. Which in this day and age is something rare and beautiful to witness.

Yeah, sometimes I can crossover into the sappy zone.

Forget your troubles come on get sappy...

Mic Drop!

The Royals online at:
https://www.royal.uk/  

Just Because...Giving

We Crave a Different Kind of Buzz...
Prince Harry & Meghan Markle

I stumbled upon this gem today about Prince Harry & Meghan Markle asking those who wish them well to go to...Ha! Kidding. They have actually asked them to make Charitable Donations in lieu of Wedding Gifts.

Personally I love these two, there I said it. Not since Princess Diana has anything "Royal" really grabbed my attention. 

Their obvious happiness is infectious. But what I adore most about them is how philanthropic they are. They hand picked seven charities they would like people to give to in honor of their special day, they are as follows:

CHIVA (Children's HIV Association), Crisis, the Myna Mahila Foundation, Scotty's Little Soldiers, StreetGames, Surfers Against Sewage and The Wilderness Foundation UK.

Giving is something that is important whether it be money, food or time. 

I feel one should give back any way you can. Do I give? For the record "yes" I practice what I preach.

Kensington Palace on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/kensingtonroyal/?hl=en 

Silver Bells?

Not!
Photo:
Michael Shinafelt

Mark your calendars the date has been set for Prince Harry & Meghan Markle's wedding, May 19, 2018, "yes" the nuptials will be televised.

The betrothed will tie the knot at St. George's Chapel @ Windsor Castle, say that three times fast. Funny a few scant weeks ago I snapped a shot in the supermarket of the tabloid headline above and sent it to my Royal Fan Girl Shani Bayne. 

She doesn't believe the headline and frankly neither do I. These two don't seem like the irresponsible type. For sure they will have children, but they are getting married for one reason and one reason only - love. Baby being on board has nada to do with it. Trust me, I'm not a tabloid.

Now to the important part are the wedding bells that will ring at St. George's Chapel silver? One can dream...!

Prince Harry on Wikipedia:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prince_Harry 

If The Tiara Fits

You Can Call Me Queen K...
Kate Middleton 

I think my friend Shani Bayne is wearing off on me. I have never been a huge Royal watcher, but thanks to her Royal loving ways I am now paying more attention to the goings on over the pond. Yeah, I admit it, I am looking forward to Prince Harry & Meghan Markle's televised wedding.

With that cat out of the bag, I always did love Princess Diana. She took the Royal thing to a whole new level. She was accessible, kind, philanthropic, she gave not only of her money, but of her time and the greatest gift you can give anyone, her love.

So my interest in Kate Middleton donning one of Diana's favorite tiaras, The Cambridge Lover's Knot to a diplomatic reception at Buckingham Palace, is most likely about what a lovely tribute it was to one of the most beloved women in history. 

"Yes" and my heightened awareness of the Royal Family due to Shani, damn you woman!  

Kate on Wikipedia:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catherine,_Duchess_of_Cambridge 

It Takes Two

Girls Gone Wild
Vanessa Hudgens & Jennifer Lopez

After the big news of Prince Harry's engagement to Meghan Markle yesterday and the continued barrage of press today (most likely up until the wedding) - I thought we might take a quieter turn today. To streets of New York to be exact.

It is unclear if they are shooting a scene together for their latest movie Second Act, or out for a winter run. See Jennifer Lopez run. See her run with Vanessa Hudgens. Run Jennifer & Vanessa run!

These two women are clearly headed somewhere, where, who knows, or perhaps they simply had ants in their pants between takes and thought they were born to run. 

Whatever the case, this is what I call a Tuesday Tease, you're welcome. Teasing is something I'm expert at and one should always play to ones strengths. 

Have a good one!

Jennifer on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/jlo/

Vanessa on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/vanessahudgens/?hl=en

It's On! Prince Harry & Meghan Markle

Photo:
Michael Shinafelt

Upon waking today,to what did my wandering eyes did appear, something other than Cyber Monday BS & hyperbole luckily.

"Yes" they have made it official Harry & Meghan are engaged and getting married in the spring. 

Just a mere handful of weeks ago I saw a headline blazing on Star Magazine that the two were going to become betrothed. My friend and rabid Royal follower Shani Bayne was waiting in the car for me. Thus while waiting in the Smart & Final checkout line I snapped a photo of the magazine cover and sent it to her.

She was totally excited when I got in the car wondering/hoping it was true. I told her even though no official announcement had been made several other media outlets were speculating the same thing, where there's smoke there's, you know, fire!

This morning, lo and behold...glad the announcement was made today, seriously, Cyber Monday, WTF?!

Meghan on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/meghanmarkle/?hl=en  

Royals

Intriguing
Meghan Markle 

"And we'll never be royals, It don't run in our blood, That kind of lux just ain't for us
We crave a different kind of buzz" - Lorde 

While I have never really been into the whole Royal Family thing with the exception of Princess Diana, I do have a passing interest in Meghan Markle.

The thing I think that intrigues me about her is, she is an actress dating Prince Harry. Actresses' aren't the usual cup of tea for Royals, that's for sure.

She is also racially mixed. Which is way atypical for a Royal to be courting. She said this about it: "My dad is Caucasian and my mom is African-American ... I have come to embrace [this and] say who I am, to share where I'm from, to voice my pride in being a strong, confident, mixed-race woman."

You go Meghan! The photo of her was taken recently at the Invictus Games in Toronto where not coincidentally Prince Harry was attending too.

I wish you two the best! Happy last Monday of September!!!

Meghan on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/meghanmarkle/?hl=en