Source: ELIJAH NOUVELAGE / Getty Texting is one of the easiest forms of communication. You can send a quick message while working out, in the office, or on the run. Even though texting gets a bad wrap for being one of the lower forms of relationship building, it can be super convenient when you want to just send out some flirty vibes to a current or potential boo. Plus, it alleviates the pressure of on the spot sexinesss. “Texting allows you to craft your best flirt without distractions and without the anticipation of seeing an instantaneous reaction,” Fran Greene, licensed clinical social worker and author of The Secret Rules of Flirting Elite Daily. “You can add, delete, and even get a friend’s opinion if you need another set of eyes- all before you hit send.” Now, you do have to have a bit more tact over text, because in the absence of facial expressions or body language, it can be harder to convey what you want to say. “Having a warm body smack in front of you gives you lots of nonverbal cues that are nonexistent when you’re flirting via texting,” Greene explained. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit But, with the help of emojis and gifs, you can beef up your text conversation to make it a little more juicy. “Well-placed emojis and GIFs add excitement,” Greene said. “They’re intended to express your feelings without using words and can turn a dull text into a fabulous one. That perfect emoji will melt the heart of your crush.” Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. ( Terms and conditions ). But stay away from a generic “WYD” or “sup” text. “It comes across as lazy and indifferent, and your crush will not feel valued or special,” Green said of the short communication. While you should expand your initiation to more than one word, make sure you only send a few sentences at once. “Limit your text to a few sentences at most, then await your crush’s response,” Greene advised. “It’s a lot like a great tennis match, a lot of back and forth.” [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1909583″ overlay=”true”] This story was originally posted on MadameNoire.com . ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : LisaRaye Goes Off On Nicole Murphy [VIDEO] 3-Year-Old Girl Killed By Her Father After Running Out To Greet Him A Lela Rochon Appreciation Post: The Brown Bombshell Of The 90s [PHOTOS] Follow @TheRSMS
Source: Steve Granitz / Getty Mary J. Blige just booked another role on the small screen. The Queen of Hip-Hop Soul has been casted to star in the Power spin-off Power Book II: Ghost, according to The Hollywood Reporter. Series creator Courtney Kemp revealed during the Television Critics Association press tour that Blige has been added to the Power family. Blige, who is a big fan of the STARZ series, is ecstatic about joining the cast. “I’ve known so many Tashas, I’ve known so many Ghosts. I’ve dated so many Ghosts,” Blige said Friday (July 26.) “I’m a huge fan for life, and I’m so grateful to be a part of it.” Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. ( Terms and conditions ). Kemp added that the spin-off will not just focus on Ghost, played by Omari Hardwick , despite the show’s title. Kemp said the show will “continue the journey of some of Power ‘s most controversial characters,” not revealing who else’s story we can expect to be told. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit Blige is very booked and busy when it comes to her burgeoning television career. The R&B vet is currently starring on Netflix’s Umbrella Academy, which has been renewed for a second season, and VH1’s third season of Scream. The Grammy award winner also signed a television deal with Lionsgate where she will create content and produce series through her new production company, Blue Butterfly Productions. “They are incredible collaborators and have been natural partners from when we first started talking,” the New York native said in a statement. “I can’t wait to bring all of our projects to life.” [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1936518″ overlay=”true”] ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : LisaRaye Goes Off On Nicole Murphy [VIDEO] 3-Year-Old Girl Killed By Her Father After Running Out To Greet Him A Lela Rochon Appreciation Post: The Brown Bombshell Of The 90s [PHOTOS] Follow @TheRSMS
Source: ullstein bild / Getty Singer Sade’s son, Izaack Theo Adu , took to social media to share his difficult transitioning journey. The 23-year-old was forthcoming about the painstaking process, but also optimistic about what’s on the other side of the pain. “This process is trying, tiring, painful, emotionally exhausting, physically exhausting, uncomfortable (like I can’t sleep like a normal human being rn lol) I often ask myself “why the fuck do I have to endure this to be who I am” but at the end of the day this is the path that was laid out for me and I’ll walk it to the end,” he explained on social media . Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. ( Terms and conditions ). “My dad always says ‘keep your eyes on the horizon’ and that’s what I do, because through all this pain is the comfort that it’s not forever and I have the rest of my life ahead of me and I am so, SO DAMN EXCITED, I just have to remind myself to be patient sometimes as I’m sure we all do. Big up to my Mumma, Pappa, family and friends for all the support you give me on the daily, it’ll never be forgotten.” Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Close Thank you for subscribing! Please be sure to open and click your first newsletter so we can confirm your subscription. Email Submit Sade's Transgender Son Izaak Theo Opens Up About His Journey Of Transitioning (Video) https://t.co/g4SHPjYcpu #IzaakTheo #Sade — IceCreamConvos.com (@IceCreamConvos) July 28, 2019 He previously posted a photo of the nurses and doctors who have helped him throughout his journey here . Sade Adu and her son Izaak Theo pic.twitter.com/p2ZMgRlOI9 — LGBTQ Africans (@queerafricans) May 6, 2018 This story was originally posted on MadameNoire.com . [ione_media_gallery src=”https://rickeysmileymorningshow.com” id=”1643210″ overlay=”true”] ALSO TRENDING ON RICKEYSMILEYMORNINGSHOW.COM : LisaRaye Goes Off On Nicole Murphy [VIDEO] 3-Year-Old Girl Killed By Her Father After Running Out To Greet Him A Lela Rochon Appreciation Post: The Brown Bombshell Of The 90s [PHOTOS] Follow @TheRSMS
Well, it's been a tumultuous season (thanks mainly to Luke P.), but we've finally made it. In a two-part finale that begins tonight, Hannah will make a decision that's certain to change the course of her life. If you've been following our Bachelorette spoilers then you already know who Hannah selects in her final rose ceremony. But even with that secret out, it seems there's still plenty more drama to come. She may have finally cleared the Luke Parker hurdle, but it seems many stumbling blocks lie ahead for Hannah — literally. A newly-released preview for the finale shows Hannah suffering an embarrassing fall in the midst of an emotional breakdown. We won't find out Hannah's final pick until Tuesday ( Bachelor/Bachelorette producers draw things out like no one else), but we know that everyone who's still in the running is fully invested emotionally. And no one has more on the line than Hannah herself. “Hannah is the person I've always wanted to meet. She just feels like a missing piece to my life,” Jed Wyatt says in the finale. “You have to have that one in a million connection with someone to really make things work, and I do believe that we have that,” Tyler Cameron remarks. “I've never felt this intensely for someone. I 100 percent can see this woman as my wife. Like, 100 percent,” Windmill Man Peter Weber tells the camera. In addressing the men at the final rose ceremony, Hannah gets choked up: “I have three amazing men standing in front of me, and this week has been amazing,” she tells her finalists. You've opened your heart to me, your families, you've been vulnerable and honest and open, and I just feel so blessed. But I have to continue to make the hardest decisions,” Hannah continues. “That makes this hard for me, because I'm not just breaking somebody's heart, I'm breaking my own heart.” There have been complaints about this season of The Bachelorette , with many griping that Hannah came off as immature and easily-manipulated, or that Luke Parker took up entirely too much screentime. But those who have seen this week's episodes — including former Bachelorette Ali Fedotowsky — say that this might be the most dramatic Bachelorette finale ever . Check out a preview clip and to prepare yourself for the epic four-hour conclusion:
It’s been four months since the college admissions bribery scandal shocked the world and left numerous high-status families in disarray. Deservedly or not, actress Lori Loughlin became the face of the scandal, and no matter the outcome of her upcoming trial, her role as a tabloid staple will likely continue to eclipse her acting career. Unlike many of her famous co-conspirators, Loughlin did not accept a plea deal and is reportedly confident that she’ll be cleared of all charges. Legal experts say that’s a longshot, and many have predicted that Loughlin will serve some time in prison . And of course, Lori has already paid the price for her involvement with the damage done to her relationship with her daughters. For months now, insiders have claimed that Loughlin is no longer on speaking terms with her youngest daughter, Olivia Jade Gianulli. Both of Loughlin’s daughters dropped out of school following their mother’s arrest, but Olivia was hit hardest. A successful Instagram influencer with a following in the millions, Olivia claimed that she never even wanted to go to college, and attended USC solely to make her parents happy. When the admissions scandal broke, Olivia’s public image suffered immensely, and both she and older sister Isabella went dark on social media. Over the weekend, the sisters both broke their silence with posts honoring their mother on her birthday. “Happy birthday mama. I love you,” Olivia captioned the photo above. The post came as a surprise to many, not only because it was Olivia’s first in months, but also because she and Lori were still rumored to be on the outs. The situation was so bad at one point that after dropping out of school, Olivia moved in with her boyfriend in order to avoid living with her parents. “Olivia is furious with her parents and it’s going to take a lot to repair their relationship,” a source told Entertainment Tonight at the time. “She blames them entirely and feels they have ruined her career.” The insider added: “Everything that’s going on with her parents is very stressful for her and she needs some space. “She’s doesn’t feel that it’s healthy for her to live with her parents right now.” So it sounds as though Lori has officially repaired her relationship with her daughter. Unfortunately, that’s just the first of many hurdles she’ll need to clear in the months to come.
Earlier this month, Jeremy Roloff announced an exciting new venture . But he and Audrey have a lot of plans for their future. They’re authors, they’re podcasters, they’re parents, and now they’re prepared to run a farm. Does this mean that Jeremy Roloff is prepared to own and operate Roloff Farms? In a recent post on Instagram, Jer shared a series of photos along with his enthusiam. “I’m totally re-inspired to eat healthier, consistently exercise, and to buy a farm,” Jeremy gushed in the caption. “We spent this last week at the @youngliving convention in Salt Lake City,” he revealed. “And it was awesome.” Jeremy added: “We got to meet more of Audreys @morethanoils team and other folks actively pursuing a healthy lifestyle.” “We truly are what we eat,” he remarked. Sure. “I’m super thankful Audrey has such a good group of women who all want to help each other,” Jeremy wrote. “Highlight for me,” he admitted. “Was visiting the YL Mona farm.” “It was an absolutely beautiful property,” Jeremy shared. “And got my brain firing on all cylinders,” he concluded. “With ideas and dreams for (hopefully) Roloff farms. ” That is some extremely exciting news! But … why does Jeremy seem to be talking about buying a farm. His parents have Roloff Farms. It’s where he grew up. Surely he wouldn’t have far to look for his own farm, right? Fans and followers asked as much, and Jer explained the harsh realities to them. Jeremy told one that it “costs money to buy Roloff Farm.” To another, he remarked that his parents’ farm is “very expensive.” It sounds like what Jeremy and Audrey have in mind isn’t quite the same thing as what Matt and Amy created before them. Roloff Farms isn’t just a farm — it’s a massive territory designed to give multiple children plenty of room in which to play. The family raises pumpkins to sell. Other pumpkins are turned into products, like Roloff Salsa. Most significantly, Roloff Farms is a tourist destination, particularly for fans of the show. It doesn’t sound like this is what Auj and Jer have in mind for their future. Maybe things would be different if Jeremy felt that he could buy and maintain his parents’ massive farm. But without those resources, he and Auj are looking at a much smaller farm. It sounds like they have an interest in largely living off of food that they grow themselves, for health reasons. It may be that Audrey has an interest in growing herbs that might be used in essential oils, though that is just a guess. They’re talking about growing food for themselves. That’s on a much smaller scale than the land where Jeremy grew up. Not everyone has the physical ability, the resources, the space, the inclination, or the need to grow their own food. Specialization is a wonderful feature of civilization. Without it, brain surgeons wouldn’t really exist. But if this is what Auj and Jer want for themselves, more power to them. We do wonder how soon in the future they intend to buy a farm. After all, just because they want that life doesn’t necessarily mean that Ember Jean or Baby #2 will enjoy growing up that way. Just look at Jacob Roloff and remember that not everybody is content living the same life. View Slideshow: Audrey Roloff: See ALL Her Baby Bump Photos!
Source: Prince Williams / Getty It looks like things between Carmelo and La La Anthony are coming to an end if we’re basing it on the optics. The Power actress has been seen without her wedding ring, and it’s being speculated that she’s seeking a divorce in the wake of Melo’s yacht-spotting scandal. The Blast r eports: La La landed at LAX on Sunday and when photogs snapped the 40-year-old “Power” actress without her wedding ring. La La was sporting a black hoodie and black pants while smiling her way through the airport while on the phone. Our sources say La La has spoken to several divorce attorneys about how to navigate the end of her marriage with Carmelo. It’s unclear if she has hired one and if she is going to pull the trigger. Losing the ring could be a big step in the process. Despite Melo stating that he was on the yacht with friends and business partners, sleuths online discovered the free agent player was laying next to model Sara Smiri. — Photo: Getty
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