QUICK POST! - TYRANT ON FX - BARRY IS CHANGING!

BARRY AL-FAYEED - TYRANT

 (PLAYED BY ADAM RAYNER)

When Tyrant started it was hinted that the title did not refer to the main character's brother or father, who became dictators of the fictional country in the Middle East called Abuddin, but to Barry himself.  Well now that theory is an actuality.

Barry has decided to declare war on the Caliphate. He wants justice for his daughter who was killed by Ihab Rashid, who is now the leader of the Caliphate. Molly is back and egging him on with a vengeance to get Ihab. 

Ihab really wants Barry dead now, too,  because in an attempt to kill Rashid and any other followers, he killed the now former leader instead and now Ihab, who was the number two guy. is the boss.  He solidified his power by shooting a dissenter among his cabinet in front of the whole team.  He allowed his former bride-to-be to become a martyr and blow herself up for the cause. The sad part about this situation is that after the bomb didn't blow up when she pushed the buttons a few times, she reconsidered her plan.  As she was walking out of the hotel, she suddenly blew up!

Barry has decided to have a curfew for the people of Abuddin. He's given the military more autonomy to round up people who they suspect are committing treason or dissenting in an unpleasing way, including religious worshipers.  His "interim" government is restricting more and more of the freedoms of the people.  Then, he decided to suspend the elections until the war against the Caliphate is done.  This decision caused dissension among all of the political candidates and his close associates, including Leila, Jamal's former wife, Barry's best friend, Fauzi, and from his mistress, Daliyah.

Barry used to be a proponent of democracy at all costs. But now, he is becoming what he swore he wouldn't become... his father and brother!  Things are getting really tense in Abuddin.

If you want to see where this storyline is going then... TRY IT!!!!!


WEDNESDAY NIGHT ON FX!

LOOKING FOR A NEW SCENT? TRY BAMBOO BY GUCCI!

I was looking for a new scent.  I wanted something strong. I wanted something that was a mix of sweet and musky.  I found it.  It's called Bamboo by Gucci!

It has a mix of Tahitian vanilla, sandalwood, floral notes, and orange blossom.  All of those scents together sound and smell so delicious!

It's not a scent that announces you when you walk in, but it grabs a bystander once they stand next to you or pass by you.  I've received so many compliments, even when at the pool.  That chlorine couldn't overpower the seduction of this scent!

So if you are feeling seduced by this description, then...TRY IT!!!!!

Shows to Binge Watch!!!!!!

In the dog days of summer, this is the time to binge watch some really great shows.  Here's the list I suggest:

TYRANT
PREACHER
OUTCAST
ANOTHER PERIOD
RAY DONOVAN
STRANGER THINGS
GAME OF THRONES
BROOKLYN NINE NINE

If you would like to add some to the list, then please put them in the comment section.

If these shows pique your curiosity, then.....TRY THEM!!!!!!

Ramen in Upper Manhattan Washington Heights -Tampopo!

I was looking for a delicious ramen place. I wondered why all the places were in 125th Street and below, but none for Upper Manhattan.  Many people I know in Upper Manhattan love fine ramen dishes, but it was a pain to always have to travel out of their neighborhood.  

Then one day I saw this guy on the train with a noodle restaurant shirt.  I asked if they served ramen and he said, "Definitely!"

So he told me his restaurant was called Tampopo Ramen on Bennett Avenue.  My friend and I went right away. It was a small establishment filled with big, flavorful food.  We both had ramen.  Her ramen is pictured at the top and it was vegetarian.  My dish had chicken.  Both dishes were fantastic!  Deep unctuous authentic broth, garlic, mushrooms, boiled egg, and a sumptuous bed of ramen filled our bowls and delighted our taste buds. 

If your mouth is watering, then...TRY IT!!!!!!