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Day 10

Posted by bustabitch on February 16, 2009 at 11:47pm

Ok ladies, it's Monday!The beginning of a brand new week. Winter is winding down. Valentine's is over, so now you have no more excuses to gorge on chocolate and other ISH that is not good for you. Whether you were eating it because someone bought it for you, or because you bought it for yourself. Put it down, walk away.Today is the first day in the rest of your life. Today is the day when change begins. To borrow Barack's phrase, CHANGE:YES WE CAN!!!The winter blues are winding down and spring is ahead of you. So like the seasons, let's change for the better. So my question to you is what have you done today, to make you a better you? In every realm of your life spiritually, financially, socially, professionally, physically?No more excuses, today is the first day, the first step in that journey. A bitch buster is on top of her game, in every facet of her life. Because true revenge is being successful.So what have you been procrastinating about? What do you need to do to be on top of your game. You want to lost the weight, then get up off your behind and exercise. Leave that red velvet cake alone. This is not rocket science, you know what you need to do. GO UP AND GO OUT THERE AND DO IT.Your finances are upside down, sit down and make a list of every bill you owe. Create a plan to pay them off, call your creditors set up an automatic payment plan. Place it somewhere where you will see daily. Cut all those credit cards up (OK that may be to drastic for some of you, at least take them out of your wallet). If you want something pay cash for it. Each week make a vow to save some money. I don't care if it is $5, but every week save $5 and put it in a separate account that you have no access to. It is not about the amount you save, but getting in the habit of doing it. It take 21 days to form a new habit. Discipline yourself.You want to meet someone, well you won't meet them in your house. Go out there and do the dam thing. Join a professional organization, Kiwanis, Rotary, Toastmasters, Black Business Meet up. Get out of your comfort zone and do something new. If you keep doing what you always did, then you will keep getting what you always got (i.e. the club is not the spot, leave Pookey, Rayray and Buster them alone).Read a book ( the Bible is a good one) :). Learn a skill, go to your local college and sign up for a class, take an online class. Do something that will expand you and cause you to grow. The only way to grow is to learn something new everyday.That is rule six in the bitch busting arsenal... be a DAAG: DEVELOP, ASPIRE ACHIEVE, GROW. Because sometimes you don't have to Bust that bitch you can just outshine her!

Support Authors Campaign!

Posted by Dominique on February 16, 2009 at 9:25pm

From A Writers POV wants to support its fellow authors. We are looking for 4 authors to submit one copy of their book to From A Writers POV to be picked for our book club to read. The members of our book club will be purchasing a copy of your book to read giving authors more exposure to their book and more sales.All Authors are hand-picked by From A Writers POV and only 4 authors will be chosen for this year.Check out more details here: http://fromawriterspov.webs.com/supportauthorscampaign.htm--------------------------------------------------------------Weekly Updates:New Weekly Feature by DonmitNew Inspirational Writing by Patricia Neely-DorseySign up for our newest writing event!Next month's writing is "Just my Luck" We are looking for 4 writers to submit short stories on unbelievable moments. Get details here: http://fromawriterspov.webs.com/writingevent.htmPublished Authors, if you have a book tour or event going on that you want exposure to for this summer, let us know! We are including a special for Book Ads with interviews for the summer months. (June, July, August). We are looking for 3 published authors, with events coming up in those months who want to advertise their event and receive an interview with a book ad. It is on a first come first serve bases!Currently this feature is $15. But we are allowing those who have events going on during the summer months to only pay $10 for advertising their event. Your Ad will be featured under our Summer Feature called "Look Whose Hot This Summer" for one full edition and added to our events section on our network.http://fromawriterspov.webs.com/summerbookevent.htmWe are looking for poem writers to submit their writing through our weekly features!View more info here: http://fromawriterspov.webs.com/advertisemywritings.htmThanks, From A Writers POV!

Alternators-How There Hard-Working Components Fail

Posted by Towanda D. Cooper on February 16, 2009 at 8:42pm

Do you know what an alternator does for your vehicle? Do you know where the alternator is located on your vehicle? I would like to cover one of the five overlooked parts of the car. Most people don't know there is an alternator on their car. When they hear the name for the first time, it's when their vehicle won't start. This is known as the charging system. The charging system consist of the alternator, battery, wiring, and drive belt. Your alternator can come with an internal or external voltage regulator. This will depend on your year, make, and model of your vehicle.The alternators responsibility is to generate electricity to recharge the battery, run the fuel pump, injectors, ignition system, power the vehicle's lights, and other electrical powered accessories. The alternator is under a substantial load that creates a lot of internal heat. This heat can burn a diode out. The diode helps to convert alternating current to direct current. Also, the heat can damage the rotor and stator windings, brush connections, and wiring leads. These are the inner working or parts of the alternator. Most alternators fail electronically before they wear out the inner parts. Alternators can fail when they are subjected to road splash that contains salt water or debris. It's important to keep your splash guards in place, on your vehicles.If the charging system fails for any reason or does not produce enough power to meet all of the vehicle's electrical demands, the battery will run down. Once the battery voltage drops below a certain threshold, certain system in your vehicle may stop working. Charging system problems can be caused by electrical faults in the alternator or voltage regulator, poor wiring connections at the battery or alternator, or a slipping drive belt.To help your alternator, check the battey for corrosion. If corrosion is present, pour a can of coke on the battey terminals. During your oil change service, have the alternator, battery, and belt checked. Remember, keep your under-car splash guard in place. There isn't a specific failure rate on an alternator. It can go out at anytime. Watch your add-on accessories. The more the alternator has to work, the more strain on the battery and alternator.Until next time, happy motoring

Tonya and Friends a New Show! Find out about the Pound Cake Diet

Posted by Tonya K. Freeman on February 16, 2009 at 7:53pm

Greetings to you,Are you familiar with the Pound Cake Diet? Lose weight and do some good too! Julie Woods the creator and founder of the Pound Cake Diet discusses exactly what it is all about. We had an awesome conversation that will lift your spirits!

Charity Fashion Show 2009 - Request for Help & Support

Posted by Teresa Janes on February 16, 2009 at 6:09pm

I've been working on the logistics of this and am closer to getting things set in stone but I do need help from you or someone you may know. Date will be June 20th, June 27th is a backup date. I need sponsors, volunteers, choreagraphers, printing company, pr/adverstising/marketing, stylists, photographers, entertainment, media coverage and more. Whatever help you can lend, I will graciously accept. I am undertaking a lot but the Cancer Society is very dear to my heart. I have lost 7 members of my family to cancer-- prostate, lung, cervical, stomach & colon. There are 2 breast cancer surviors in the family as well. All with the exception of one are grandparents, aunts and uncles. In addition to the many ways I already give back, I want to add this to the list.SPRING/SUMMER CHARITY FASHION SHOWStilettos, Suits & Saving Lives"On the Runway: Where Fashion, Awareness & Education Meet"Charity Fashion is scheduled for Spring/Summer 2009 in Memphis, TN.The American Cancer Society and Domestic Violence are confirmed involved charities. We are working to include St. Jude Children's Research Hospital as the local charity. Dress For Success is another option.DONATIONSWe will be setting up an account at a bank where people can go to make donations to the charity of their choice. Donations of ANY monetary amount will be gladly accepted.In kind donations of wigs, scarves, hats and gas cards will also be accepted.SPONSORSHIPWe are looking for and in need of sponsors. With your help and the help of others, we will have the resources necessary to make this event successful for the city and charities involved. The success of this event depends on the support of invididuals, organizations, corporations, and local businesses. Although Memphis is not the Fashion Mecca of the world, it is a city with much integrity, culture, and class. The event will put Memphis on the fashion map while making more people aware of just what the American Cancer Society is and does. It will provide much needed financial support to help these charities continue their work through awareness, education, prevention, treatment and advocacy.If you would like to sponsor or partipate in the Charity Fashion Show, please let me know.A formal Model Call will be scheduled by April.For more information visit: http://www.relaxingminds.com/fashion.aspxThanks,Teresasavinglivescharity@gmail.com(901) 881-9683

Sponsors & Partners Wanted for Curvy Girl Event 4/25/09 in New York City

Posted by Ms. Aja B. on February 16, 2009 at 3:11pm

Curves & Cocktails, The Ultimate Girls Night Out for Women with Curves, will be hosting its inaugural event on Saturday, April 25, 2009 in New York City! Hosted by comedian Erica Watson, the event will allow women with curves the chance to shop and socialize in an atmosphere that has been created especially for them. Best of all, proceeds from the event will benefit two domestic violence awareness organizations.We are currently looking for partners for this event.Benefits will include:Print ExposureLogo placement on all of the following print elements:•The Official Curve & Cocktails Event Program•Half page ad with priority placement in the Official Event ProgramMedia ExposureRecognition on the following media materials•Event Media Kit•Press ReleasesWeb Exposure•Logo placement with hyperlink on the official sponsor section of the event websiteDirect Marketing•Distribution of items of your choosing in Event Gift Bags•Company signage displayed (sponsor to provide signage)Direct Participation•2 VIP passes allowing full access to eventIf you are interested, please contact me at info@curvesandcocktails.com to discuss this opportunity.For more information on this event, please visit our website at www.curvesandcocktails.com.Thanks in advance for your consideration.

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Posted by Hardest Working Woman In Credit on February 16, 2009 at 6:33am

Accessories, Jewerly, Handbags and More

Posted by CeCe Cole on February 16, 2009 at 5:42am

Stacy Anderson of Trent's Solutions have an incredible line of fine accessories from fierce hangbags, sexy pashminas, to jewerly that can punctuate any outfit. Ladies to complete your attire go to Trent's Solutions. Stacy hand picked each piece so that you can be uniquely you and her prices are just fantastic! Take a look, shop and get your FREE Pashmina with your purchase. For a limited time only. Visit www.TrentsSolutions.com Celebrate President's Day with Stacy and her team, you have hundreds of products to choose from.Enjoy your shopping experiece at Trent's Solutions, your accessory treasure chest, you never know what you might find!

FuseBox Radio Broadcast for Week of February 11, 2009

Posted by Mary Nichols (DJ Fusion) on February 16, 2009 at 1:51am

Direct mp3 Download (right click and "save as")This is the latest episode of the syndicated FuseBox Radio Broadcast with DJ Fusion & Jon Judah for the week of February 11, 2009 with some new and classic Hip-Hop & Soul Music, news and commentary.This week's commentary focused on the issue of domestic violence (brought up due to the current Chris Brown/Rihanna controversy), PETA trying to relate dog breeding to the KKK & a "master race" metaphor (yeah, no sense at all), why Black History can't be depended on to be taught by mainstream media and some other things here and there.

We had the honor of interviewing R&B Music artist Ron Patterson (http://www.RonPatterson.com) on this weeks show, where our conversation ranged on everything from his background, the pidgeonholing of Black Music artists in the U.S., the many aspects music business as an independent artist, how the international community regards Black Music and more!Due to our interview, we did not have new Black Agenda Report and Direct EFX segments this week.Feel free to check out some recent episodes of the syndicated FuseBox Radio Broadcast here on BlackRadioIsBack.com - all of the shows are clean/radio friendly.FuseBox Radio Playlist for Week of Feb. 11, 2009 (in no particular order)King Sun/Universal Flag/ProfileK'naan feat. Buckshot/In Jamaica/A&M & OctoneMavado/So Blessed/White LabelTony Williams/Hey/G.O.O.D. MusicNat King Cole/Calypso Blues RMX (Stephen Marley & Damian Marley RMX)/CapitolSantogold feat. Three Six Mafia/Shove It RMX/White Label (http://www.santogold.net; http://www.myspace.com/santogold)Busta Rhymes feat. T-Pain/Hustler's Anthem 2009/Flipmode, Violator & Universal MotownFokis feat. Deemi/History/Fokis2K.comPugs Atomz feat. Sadat X/Wait & See/Gravel Records (http://www.myspace.com/pugsleeatomz)Ron Patterson/Like Clockwork/RonPatterson.comRon Patterson/Girlfriend/RonPatterson.comKonshens feat. Rane/She So Street/The Co-Op Entertainment (http://www.myspace.com/konshens)Q-Tip feat. Busta Rhymes, Raekwon & Lil Wayne/Renaissance Rap RMX/Universal MotownN.A.S.A. (Squeak E. Clean and DJ Zegon) feat. Del Tha Funkee Homosapien/Samba Soul/Anti-Kumasi feat. Mos Def/A Change Gon Come/Black Wall StreetAgallah & Tito Brigante/Kodak Moment/White Label (http://www.myspace.com/agallahdonbishop; http://www.thedonbishop.com)Lords of the Underground/Are We Clear/Lord Gang WorldwidePortable Payback/Relax (inst.)/Ill Thought Ent.Skull Gang feat. Juelz Santana & Starr/Rock Star (inst.)/Skull Gang & KochRay J feat. Truth/Sexy Ladies (inst.)/Knockout Ent. & KochLegrand feat. El-Drex/That's How It's Going Down (inst.)/WoaEaratik Statik/Tearz! (inst.)/Gravel Hip-Hop (Played Live)Kindred/No Limit (inst.)/Hidden Beach (Played Live)Musab/Get Life (inst.)/Spun Cycal Ent. (Played Live)Jamie Foxx/Blame It (inst.)/J Records (Played Live)PLUS Some Extra Special Hidden Tracks in the Jon Judah Master Mix w/ Old School Classics and more MySpace.com Independent Music Finds

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Posted by Hardest Working Woman In Credit on February 16, 2009 at 1:16am

A Prescription for What Ails Sisters

Posted by Carmin Wharton on February 15, 2009 at 9:32pm

Sisters, if you are stressed out, your self-confidence has taken a vacation and you are not where you want to be in life, just remember that our lives are a series of ebbs and flows. We, as Black women, must continue to do 3 things:1. Believe that we are worth "it" whatever "it" is for you. "It" could be a successful business, successful romantic relationship, our dream home, our dream career, good health, more money than we know what to do with - the list is endless.2. Stop being afraid or too proud to ask for help. All you have to do is ask. More people will say "yes" than those who will say "no." Those who say "no" are not meant to be a part of your success.3. Stop worrying. Ten years ago I heard author Iyanla Vanzant speak in Atlanta and I took shorthand (yea, I'm that old) notes during her talk; still have the notes and you know what she said about worrying? Do you remember as a kid in school when they told us in case our clothes catch on fire, we are to stop, drop, and roll? Well, whatever is worrying you (which manifests itself as low self-confidence) stop worrying, drop trying to figure it out or work it out and roll it into God's hands.This is Dr. Carmin's prescription for what ails me and my sisters.Carmin Wharton is a home-based business expert and the founder of e-BlackWomenNetwork.com, a membership community designed to take businesses owned by women of color from start up to prosperity. Carmin's mission is to help women earn what they're worth and make it big in their home-based business on their own terms.

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Unexpecting the Expected

Posted by Sophia Bailey on February 15, 2009 at 3:10pm

The best things in life are unexpected - because there were no expectationsby Sophia BaileyOkay so the weekend of romance has come and gone, whether it was the best ever or one of the worst depends on what you expected to happen.Looking back through the years I think the simplest gestures made me happiest, especially when unexpected . If I’ve been disappointed, something was said or done in a way that I didn’t expect.How many times have you heard the words or had the thought?‘I thought he would have made more of an effort’‘I thought she would have appreciated it’‘I thought they would have understood what I meant’When we think or expect someone to say or do something in one way, we limit their ability to surprise us with another possibility and we can take their actions as hurtful.Most people act in a way that they think is of benefit to both of you. They have the best intentions, think they are right and expect everyone to see things their way. We all do it so this is nothing new but we rarely understand what the other person must have been thinking to have them feel what they did to us was ok.When something disappoints you ask yourself, what did I expect to happen?Do I have a justified reason to expect that outcome from that person? Is that who they are? If not, why am I upset?Expecting a particular outcome from someone else can stop us from understanding their intentions and seeing them as they truly are.If you followed the suggestion in my last newsletter, I hope you enjoyed pampering yourself and reading over your valentines list of great things about you.I ended up spending time with my girls last night, my perfect valentines :-) and reading a few of the brilliant blogs posted by PPSN members in the last few weeks.Whether you were out with someone new , have just said goodbye to someone old, or you want a way to pamper the special person that has always been in your life, I know you will find something of value in the articles below.Sending Continuous LoveSophia XxHow To Know You Have Met Your Ideal PersonPosted by ROGER MILLARHow do you know you have met your ideal mate? A question many have asked who are in a relationship and are contemplating taking the next step which may invariably involve some or all of the below;MarriageCo-habitingChildrenThese series of questions should help you reach your own conclusion about one of the most important decisions of your life.Are you afraid of commitment?If you are afraid of commitment whether you have met your ideal mate or not, you will sabotage your answer due to fear. If that is you admit it to yourself and your partner; that is the beginning of change... (MORE ON LINK BELOW)http://theppsn.ning.com/profiles/blogs/how-to-know-you-have-met-yourNigerian Valentine DishPosted by FunkeValentine’s Day is upon us and you know what that means… time to start or renew your love and commitments. ~ Here is Nigeria’s contribution to Valentine’s Day culinary delight. Make this the most memorable Valentine’s Day yet!Starters: It’s romantic to serve small snacky things as you chat with your loved ones and sip on some wine and drinks. Suggested starters:• Fish & yam balls• Tiger prawns with spicy dip• Ojojo rings• Chin-chin, groundnuts or cashew nuts mix.... (MORE ON LINK BELOW)http://theppsn.ning.com/profiles/blogs/nigerian-valentine-dishHow to Get Over Your ExPosted by Christine MorrisDo you know that it does not have to take a long time to get over your ex? The speed with which you get over your ex depends on how willing you are to let go of that old relationship.* The first step to your recovery is to acknowledge that the relationship is over. Once you have accepted this, you make space in your mind to move on, thereby giving you peace of mind to find a new relationship.* Yes, you feel loss when the relationship ends and you will need time to grieve. You can make this process short by crying, getting rid of the things that remind you of the person, talking about it and letting go of any anger you feel towards your ex. This will lessen or completely eliminate any negative emotions and stop you feeling like a victim. The grieving process creates space in your life for what you really want... (MORE ON LINK BELOW).http://theppsn.ning.com/profiles/blogs/how-to-get-over-your-exAre You Living or Just Surviving?Posted by Dionne JudeLife has to be lived so totally, so intensely that you can squeeze each minute’s juice without leaving a single drop behind’. OshoThere was a time in my life when I was constantly striving and focussing on the future. I had loads of great ideas, and worked day-in and day-out to make things happen. My mind was always thinking how great things would be when I achieved what I desired. What I didn’t know then, what I know now, was that the very experience I was seeking to create for myself, was available to me right where I was.http://theppsn.ning.com/profiles/blogs/are-you-living-or-just

DAY NINE:

Posted by bustabitch on February 15, 2009 at 12:24pm

February 14: the day that strikes fear in the heart of every single person. The pressure starts to mount after New Years Eve. The countdown begins, six weeks to get a date. You can do this, you tell yourself, six weeks is a long time, you will find a date, you will not be alone THIS Valentine' s day.You sit and you devise a plan. You call all your coupled friends, you let them hook you up. You start going to church again hoping to find a good Christian man or woman. That does not pan out so you say forget that, you hit the clubs, but every buster and pigeon seems to be on the prowl...looking for you. No luck; so you try all the online sites, anyone with a pulse and a job you start to talk to. You try to convince yourself that he or she has potential, even though you know deep down in your heart that they are just triflin and not up to your standards. Anything so you wont be alone on February 14th.WHY...what is wrong with being alone. Is singleness a disease that no one wants? Alone is good. You get to to do whatever the hell you want, whenever you want... anytime ,any place. Walk around the house naked, eat ice cream in bed. You are the master of your domain. The king or queen of your world.Why is it that everyone else who is with someone (and in a majority of the cases miserable) tries to guilt you into making your one a twosome.Do we really appreciate our singleness? Do we understand the purpose for it? It is the period in your life where you get to be 100% selfish and focused on no one else but you. Get your education on, excel in your career, get over the ISH from your childhood, learn to love and appreciate you and everything that makes you ... YOU. Singleness the period in your life where you discover the good, the bad and the ugly about yourself. And guess what, it is all good. Deal with your issues, refine your game, learn your non-negotiables, set your standards. Become YOU, a whole individual.So before you let the pressures of this one day, cause you to abort the journey of your singleness. Think about it, it is better to be alone and content, than be with someone and miserable.So tomorrow celebrate the greatest love of your life. YOU!!!. Take yourself out to the best restaurant you can afford, go to the spa or go on that weekend trip that you wanted to go on forever. Don't listen to what those coupled or married people are telling you.. its all lies..because if it wasn't, the divorce rate would not be what it is.Yes you want someone special to share your life with, but until you find someone worthy of you.. make sure you are worthy of yourself.That is rule five in the bitch busting arsenal never allow anyone else to define or determine your worth. Because there are bitches out there waiting and preying, looking for the unsuspecting or the one who has not determined his or her worth. The one who has not learned to love themselves but wants love and validation so bad that they are willing to do and put up with anything to get it. Yes those bitches are out there..and those are the bitches you need to bust.To my favorite couple: Pinky and my favorite diva..Have a happy valentine day.....--Posted By bustabitch to BUSTABITCH: at 2/13/2009 04:40:00 PM

How to use Mineral Makeup to Accentuate Your Beauty

Posted by Corinne's Fashion World on February 15, 2009 at 7:00am

To get mineral makeup to accentuate your beauty, pick a shade of mineral makeup that matches your skin tone. With mineral makeup, you’re guaranteed a match because you have the ability to blend shades in order to get your perfect shade.

Vary your application technique based on the amount of coverage you want. Mineral makeup is very buildable. You can go from sheer cover to full coverage just by altering the way in which you apply your makeup. For full coverage, apply mineral makeup with a kabuki brush.

If you’re looking for a sheerer look, try using a skunk brush. Regardless of what brush you use, always apply your mineral makeup in thin layers. If you want more coverage, add more layers, and if you want lighter coverage, keep layers to a minimum.Until next time...Remember: Less is more.

Drama?!?! This is not what 09 is hitting for!

Posted by Lipstick Killers Collection on February 14, 2009 at 8:06pm

Ladies, I am going to jump right into it this go round. Why are family members so dependent on others to the point where the other family member wants to bounce and leave them all! Okay, here is the situation and please feel free to give me your opinion in the comments. You have had a rough childhood with two parents being alcoholics. Arguing, fighting, physical fights, and a lot of verbal abuse. Now that you are a grown woman with your own home and family, you have one parent left, your mother. She has not let the alcohol go and has had drama with a new guy ever since your father died. The fighting is extremely worse than with your original parents. Cops are now involved on a regular basis. Years pass and you and your siblings are just leaving the situation alone because you all are just freaking tired of it, fed up, and are dealing with your own issues. Now, your mother gets locked up! In this economy, trying to makes ends meet, you now have to come up with 1k to bail her out. So you and your siblings get the money together with the help of only 4 other family members, that's it. No one else wants to help because they know that she will not pay them back and she is going to go back to him. She gets out the same night. You make a deal with the bail bondsman for payments on the remaining amount of the bail that your mother is responsible for. She doesn't work, she only collects unemployment and the boyfriend doesn't help either, on top of all that, she still has a drinking problem. She makes two payments and here comes all of lies because the bail bondsman is calling you now for the money. Four months pass and now you get a call that you are getting sued for the full bail amount of 23k. Scrambling around again, your siblings do not help. Your brother doesn't want to help because he did a day in jail already fighting the boyfriend and your sister doesn't want to help because she is putting her bills first and doesn't have the extra money. Now its up to you again, even though you go to school, work, run three businesses on the side, manage your home, and plot and plan to become successful to get out of your debt and live your dreams. Nobody cares about what you have to do. But that is your mother, if you don't pay the rest of the bail, she is going to jail for 30 days, a 52 year old alcoholic mother going to jail. So what do you do? You get the worst thing you can ever do, payday loans. Now you have 3 outstanding to pay her bail. She said she is going to pay you back when she gets her tax return in two weeks, but you need that money now, because you are traveling next week for business. You need that money now because you put some bills on hold in order to save her ass. Here is when you really get pissed off. After you paid this $600, she calls you tipsy saying thank you and she is going to pay you back and all this and that, but how is she drinking with no money? Then she calls you back from the bar! What the hell are you doing at the bar when you still owe the bail bondsman $200 that no one else will pay. Now you feel as though you should have let her sit in jail. But its all good though because you are going to your business trip anyway and are going to make it happen when you get out there. You are determined to get those business deals and contracts! Inside, you feel betrayed, and they always say your family is your worst enemy. They pull you down just like a crab in a bucket. I hate the crab in a bucket syndrome with a passion, it has held back so many of our black people to this day because of this lazy, jealous, dependent mentality. They don't care that you have three conference calls, homework, and a tshirt to finish before you go to sleep, they got to come over and use your internet. They don't care what business meetings you have set up for the day, they just want to know when you are going to be free so you can pick them up from work. Do any of you guys feel pulled like this from your family? Here you are trying to do you and get this paper and here comes the drama and bullshit. You are not on that type time this year, this year is your year, you are going to do it this year. You got plans dammit, how come they don't understand that. Its to the point where you have to cut everybody off. Don't depend on me for a thing anymore, this is not the same Reeta. They say that people change when they get money, well your damn right if you have ignorance and selfish people trying to keep you down and are not there for you at all when you need them. UUUGGGHHH. Okay, just had to vent that out because my anger has affected my work and I cannot let that happen when I am soo close. Thanks for reading and I look forward to your comments.-S

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South African Tours

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Beauty Tip Of The Week

Posted by Illusions Cosmetics on February 14, 2009 at 5:28am

This begins our four week series called, "Choosing Makeup for Your Skin Tone". The skin tone that concerns alot of women......Dark Skin Tones.Dark Skin TonesThe skin tones of some Africans, African Americans, Brazilians, Carribeans/West Indians, Latinos, Afro Latinos are characterized as 'Black skin' or 'Dark skin'. Dark skin varies in tone from light to dark. The natural tone of the skin calls for colors that are deep in pigment and are not ashy and pale in color. For example, darker skins should stay away from taupes, light pinks, and peaches on the eyes. Better choices of colors will be golds, soft browns, chocalates, darker pinks and greens. For lips, darker skins usually have dark lips, so lips look great in burgundies, wines, deep reds, dark browns, etc. For blush, some dark skinned women love to wear brown, bronzey, and very dark burgundy blush colors. They should stay away from those colors on the cheeks. Those colors can tend to look a little 'muddy' or dirty on the skin. I would suggest using dark pink and plum colored blush. These are all suggestions. Feel free to use what you think looks best on you. Listed below are some suggestions of Illusions products for Dark skin tones:Eyes:Brass & Radiant Bronze Eye DustCoconut, Carnival, Rapture, & Spanish Moss EyeshadowLips:Berry Sexy & Matador lipsticksMahogany(Cinematic Faves collection) & Khadijah (Young Hollywood collection) Lustre LipglossesBlush:Hibiscus, Rosette

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