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I woke up this morning thinking about abuse and how the victim always feels responsible. Why is that so? My younger cousin was in this situation a few years back and she always felt she had to love her abuser because he said no one else did. That's why she stayed and endured the abuse- mental, verbal, and physical. I wrote a story loosely based off her experience as a young mother who survived domestic violence and it's titled "Silent Cries." "Silent Cries" is the first story in the uplifting and inspiring anthology, Somebody Prayed for Me.Today, my cousin is in college and working full time! She's a single mother and I'm so proud of her for moving forward with her life. To assist her, I set up a website where books can be ordered and the profit goes to her, toward her college tuition and raising her son. I hope you'll be compelled to purchase Somebody Prayed for Me from her website. To ensure a Christmas delivery, however, please select the option to order from Borders, Barnes & Noble, or Amazon. The links are listed on the website's homepage. Please share her website and story with parents, teens, and any one who may be in a violent relationship. There is life after abuse and by the grace of God, my cousin has proved that.The website is www.ShakestaWest.webs.com. While you're there, please read an excerpt from "Silent Cries" and be sure to sign the guest book. Your support means a LOT To me and even more to her.Have a blessed Sunday and make every day count.Lindahttp://www.lindarherman.org/
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The Friday 5ive Sneak Preview

15% off at AdditionElle. Expires Dec. 31, 2009 CODE: BMC15Are you ready for the Friday 5ive? Showcasing Black Businesses is an important part of my social network, Black Business Women Online. Every week five BBWO Businesses and/or Marketing Resources will be featured in the BBWO Newsletter Friday 5ive. Here is a Sneak Peak Preview of the New Friday 5ive. Want to be one of the 5ive? Click here for details.

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New Featured Black Book on Black Writers Connect. Today's spotlight book is 'Health Power 101: the Complete Guide to Patient Empowerment' by Dr. Jeff Brown. Today more than ever Americans can not afford to be unaware when it comes to their health, a fact that Dr. Jeff Brown takes very seriously. Continue Reading

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Holiday Season Request from Darlene Robinson

This is Darlene Fobinson from the Black Business Network. I’m asking for your support to make at least one purchase from a black owned business at the Black Business Network this holiday season. By supporting one of these black owned businesses will make a huge financial impact for that biz. Do you think you can go to the website today and look at the products and pick out at least one product to add to your holiday shopping list this year? We would really appreciate your support in recycling your dollars with a black owned biz this holiday season. A small purchase as little as $5, $10 or $20 will make a huge difference in the bottom line for that business and their families.One of my favorite businesses at the black business network called Products of the Earth who are making their products by hand. These PRODUCTS ARE SUPERIOR THAN SO MANY OTHER products out there on the market today. They are all natural and some of the best products i have ever used. There is also a black computer company, plus health and nutritional products, cosmetics. inspirational, motivational and educational clothing, books, cds ,dvds. Then my two favorites the President Obama figurine and the African Genesis program that provides families with an educational course to learn about our African heritage to earn a free trip to Egypt just by successfully completing a 2 year course!When you buy from one of these businesses it not only helps out that biz, it also helps me out because the money i earn from these sales will help me to build my family’s funds to get back into a home. Many of you may not know that my family was evicted from our home on July 4, 2008. We were victims of identity theft when someone forged their name on the deed to our home in Sept 2006 and tried to sell our home right out from under us. God blessed us with the knowledge to start a business that helped other families who were victims of fraud or facing foreclosure due to predatory lending practices.Because we fought for over a year and used all of our savings, until we ran out of funds. Sold our daughter’s car, my husband’s 2 trucks and even our piano. If it hadn’t been for the help from family & friends and the Grace of God we would have been homeless. My family is trying to get back on our feet financially and the majority of our monies go towards keeping the business afloat. We have lived in a 400 sq ft guest house of a dear family member since July 2008. I want to be able to give my 2 children the ultimate present of moving back into a house even a rental before Christmas this year. We need to get the rest of the money for the deposits and getting the utilities turned on. So can I count on you to make a least one purchase at www.blackbusinessnetwork.com/TeamDollar today to not only help me out, but also to help a black business prosper this holiday season?Don’t forget to visit the website today to place your order for timely delivery!Thank you for your continued support by reading my emails and listening to my voice mails. May god bless you and your family this upcoming holiday season and hope you have a prosperous new year!Darlene Robinson and familyOrlando, FL
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Shop for the whole family this holiday season at our online boutique. You'll find letters from santa, ornaments, Christmas gifts, Hannukah gifts, Kwanzaa gifts, jewelry, chocolate, baked goodies, home decor, toys and gifts for kids, clothing and awesome gifts fo the whole family ~ All from the convenience at your computer. Holiday specials now being featured at http://theonlineshoppingboutique.webnode.comImage and video hosting by TinyPicThanks for shopping with us! Happy Holidays!Maureen DanielsOwnerOnline Shopping Boutique
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Exciting new stores just added at my webstore Online Shopping Boutique at http://theonlineshoppingboutique.webnode.com.Visit our boutiques and shop for tantalizing chocolate and baked goods at Shake Your Bon Bons; and be simply tempted by scrumptious scents and bath products to make you and your skin smell and feel oh so delicious. And for all your business presentation and gift wrapping needs, shop at Cello In A Box. Visit all our boutiques to shop for the entire family http://theonlineshoppingboutique.webnode.com/products-/

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Visit our social network Online Shopping Mall~Ultimate gathering place for shoppers & merchants, where when you shop with our Holiday Open House participants you get a chance to win a holiday gift basket.And while you are there shop at our 400+ members’ stores where you will find unique products and gifts that you won’t find anywhere else. Save time, money and gas this holiday season and shop online with us for your holiday gifts http://onlineshoppingmall.ning.com

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Ardyss International Business Opportunity

My Ardyss International Body Magic business is growing every day! Thanks to my international marketing system, I will have Ardyss independent distributors in Canada and the U.S.A all in the same week!Ardyss continues to grow at an amazing pace. Every company out there claims to be the "fastest growing company in network marketing." I do not know how one company could make that claim over another company. However, Ardyss is changing lives by the truckload, and I am thankful for my place in Ardyss history.Thanks to my Creator for allowing me to work from home because of my success with Ardyss. In just two months, I was able to replace my previous job's income.There is nothing special about me other than I decided to make a change and joined the Ardyss International business and went to work.Is it time for you to make a change in your life? Are there things you would like to do, but do not have the time or the money? Are you searching for a life-changing opportunity?Could Ardyss be your answer to a better lifestyle? Contact me to see if Ardyss is right for you. Get your Ardyss Power Pack membership kit and change your life starting, TODAY!I CAN GET YOU STARTED FOR AS LITTLE AS $30! YOU WILL BE YOUR OWN BOSS! VISIT--www.ArdyssLife.com/MagicbyQuina--AND GET STARTED TODAY!Ardyss DistributorTequina Moore313-469-1219
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This week has been inspiring to me, because I feel like more and more people are not just talking about women and abuse, but they are doing something about it. I recently donated to the Young Mommy Life Charity for young mothers who have survived sexual, mental and emotional abuse and I encourage you to do the same. URL: http://youngmoms.chipin.com/yml-gives Also, one of our own BMC Members, Gwendolyn, is currently trying to leave an abusive relationship and she needs your support. She is asking for donations in the form of shoes and clothes for her two young boys. If you can help please visit the forum discussion: http://blackmomsclub.ning.com/forum/topics/957102:Topic:66676 Also, make it about to watch the recently released movie 'Precious'. Set in Harlem in 1987, it is the story of Claireece Precious Jones, a sixteen-year-old African-American girl born into a life no one would want. Shes pregnant for the second time by her absent father; at home, she must wait hand and foot on her mother, a poisonously angry woman who abuses her emotionally and physically. School is a place of chaos, and Precious has reached the ninth grade with good marks and an awful secret: she can neither read nor write. Precious may sometimes be down, but she is never out. Beneath her impassive expression is a watchful, curious young woman with an inchoate but unshakeable sense that other possibilities exist for her. Threatened with expulsion, Precious is offered the chance to transfer to an alternative school, Each One/Teach One. Precious doesnt know the meaning of alternative, but her instincts tell her this is the chance she has been waiting for. In the literacy workshop taught by the patient yet firm Ms. Rain, Precious begins a journey that will lead her from darkness, pain and powerlessness to light, love and self-determination.
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Get the Facts About Health Power 101

From time to time I like to spotlight the books of Black Authors featured on Black Writers Connect. Today's spotlight book is 'Health Power 101: the Complete Guide to Patient Empowerment' by Dr. Jeff Brown. Today more than ever Americans can not afford to be unaware when it comes to their health, a fact that Dr. Jeff Brown takes very seriously. When asked why he wrote the book Health Power 101, Dr. Jeff stated:
Over the years as I’ve worked in emergency rooms, hospital wards, and in clinic settings, I’ve met thousands of patients with little knowledge of their personal health history. I have found that the few patients who keep any type of personal health record typically keep one that is incomplete or poorly organized. These findings concerned me. It is precisely this lack of knowledge that can expose a patient to disease, medical errors and medical mismanagement. The only solution to this very common problem in America today is to empower people to be aware of and protect their most precious asset – their health. As a physician, I want to effectively treat my patients. Yet even more than that, I want everyone to have access to the tools they need to help them manage their health and track their medical history. I’ve developed the Health Power 101 System so that everyone can maintain accurate personal health records and be more informed about their health.
You can get your own copy of Health Power 101 by visiting: http://www.jeffreybrownmd.com. If you are a black author and would like your book featured on my social networks review the featured books by Black Authors website. URL: http://sistapreneurs.ning.com/page/featured-books
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Holiday special on writing services

Hello lovely ladies,Just wanted to let you all know that I have a holiday special going on until December 31. Choose any writing service and get a $25 discount. To check out a full list of services, click here.If you have any questions or need more info, please don't hesitate to contact me: jamiefleming@mochawriter.comJamiemochawriter.com
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Do you want to advertise your holiday season sales? Need your ads to grab the customers attention? Get your holiday sale ads from Allure Design Graphics! We design ads that will attract customers to your products and services! Visit our website at www.alluredesigngraphics.com or send an email with your order: jubilee@alluredesigngraphics.comWebsiteAdvertisementsBannersBusiness CardsPost CardsProfile PicturesPhoto RetouchingCd CoversApparelANd Much More!!!
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URBANE PERSPECTIVE'S INTERNSHIP PROGRAMUrbane Perspective is a leading digital media company that produces content for multicultural women that are interested in nurturing their lifestyle, discovering new fashion and beauty trends, and knowing what's the latest in entertainment. Our goal as a woman media company is to make sure we are Uniting Cultures. Celebrating Womanhood. Living a Lavish Life. As part of its continuing evolution as the premier online destination for women of color, Urbane Perspective is looking for superb interns to assist in various departments with the day to day of growing our business. Candidates will work directly under mid to senior level managers and must be energetic, professional, organized, multi-taskers and excited to learn more about our growing company. We are looking to mold and mentor super-star interns that will be beneficial to the work world once they graduate.INTERNSHIP IS VIRTUAL AND WILL MEET 1-2 PER WEEK IN PERSONPosition Title: Editorial InternsEmployment Type: College CreditHours of Work: 10-16 hours per Week MINIMUMLocation: Virtual/New York, New YorkEducation Preferred: Sophmore/Junior/Senior/majoring in Communications, Journalism, English or similar majorJob description:Editorial Interns are needed for the following sections:FASHION, BEAUTY, HEALTH & FITNESS, CAREER & EDUCATION, HOME/NIGHTLIFE/TRAVEL and ENTERTAINMENT (URBAN/LATINO/ASIAN POP CULTURE)PRIOR experience and/or knowledge within your respective field is required for this internship.Job duties include:Researching story leads and facts on the Internet specificallyWriting, fact-checking, copy editing, and reviewing editorial submissions and correspondenceGenerate ideas for new writing assignments for assigned sections on in online magazine (updated weekly) AND weekly newsletter contentCome up with ideas for Special e-book projects (related to specific section you’ll be interning in ) to increase subscriptions baseGeneral administrative dutiesPosition Requirements:Prior editorial intern experience or similarExperience in School Newspaper a PLUSExceptional writing and editing skills, sharp analytic skills, meticulous attention to detail and factual accuracyIndependent work style requiring minimal supervisionExcellent research, writing and communications skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsAbility to multitask and meet deadlinesOrganized with strong attention to detailsProficiency in computers with working knowledge of Google Docs as well as Internet researchInterest and knowledge of the section that they are applying forOwner of their own blog pertaining to the section of their interest that they are applying for a plusInstructions for applying: Please email info@urbaneperspectivemag.com in the subject line please put (EXAMPLE: Fashion-Editorial Intern OR Health/Fitness-Editorial Intern) ONLY PICK ONE in what you have a interest/knowledge/passion for! SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY **NO PHONE CALLS**PLEASE REVIEW URBANE PERSPECTIVE MAGAZINE @ www.urbaneperspectivemag.com, its twitter page: www.twitter.com/urbaneperspmag and facebook: www.facebook.com/urbaneperspectivemag and Myspace: www.myspace.com/urbaneperspectivemagazine TO GET A BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF OUR BRAND.
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URBANE PERSPECTIVE'S INTERNSHIP PROGRAMUrbane Perspective is a leading digital media company that produces content for multicultural women that are interested in nurturing their lifestyle, discovering new fashion and beauty trends, and knowing what's the latest in entertainment. Our goal as a woman media company is to make sure we are Uniting Cultures. Celebrating Womanhood. Living a Lavish Life. As part of its continuing evolution as the premier online destination for women of color, Urbane Perspective is looking for superb interns to assist in various departments with the day to day of growing our business. Candidates will work directly under mid to senior level managers and must be energetic, professional, organized, multi-taskers and excited to learn more about our growing company. We are looking to mold and mentor super-star interns that will be beneficial to the work world once they graduate.Position Title: Marketing and PR Interns NEEDED from Late January -Early May (SP 2010)Employment Type: College CreditHours of Work: 10-16 hours per WeekLocation: Virtual/New York, New YorkEducation Preferred: Junior/Senior/Graduate majoring in online/internet marketing, marketing, or similar majorONLINE MARKETINGJob Description:Researching and analyzing keywords and google analytics dataNetworking with Facebook, Youtube, Twitter and MyspaceFind and actively participate in discussion across community sites, social networks, blogs and micro-blogs.Assist with the implementation of Urbane Perspective e-mail campaigns and analyzing resultsSpecial Projects as neededGeneral administrative dutiesFOR ONLINE MARKETING: PRIOR EXPERIENCE IN THIS FIELD IS A MUST ESPEICALLY SEO______________________________________________SALES/MARKEINGJob description:Brainstorm creative online and offline marketing/advertising ideas for future campaignsAssist with brainstorming, creative assets, production and distribution of regular outbound emails and newsletter programsAssistant with proposal and media kit maintenance/developmentResearch brand/advertisers for potential partnershipsRFP (request for proposal) draftingSpecial Projects as neededGeneral administrative duties________________________________________________PR/EVENTJob description:Job description:Building media lists, news monitoring, writing press releasesAssembling coverage reports, conducting intensive Internet researchAssist with managing online media roomBrainstorm and proactively research new pitch angles and media outletAssist with any event brainstorming and coordination that may occurCompile media/guest list info for any Urbane Perspective EventsGeneral administrative dutiesFOR PR/EVENTS: PRIOR EXPERIENCE IN THIS FIELD IS A MUST AND BASIC UNDERSTANDING OF PR/EVENT PLANNING A MUSTPosition Requirements for ALL:PRIOR INTERN experience in marketingBasic understanding of internet and email marketing.Independent work style requiring minimal supervisionExcellent Interpersonal SkillsAbility to multitask and meet deadlinesExcellent time management skillsExcellent Networking/Relationship building skillsFamiliar with Social Media networks that include but are not limited: Twitter, Facebook, Youtube, and Myspace, women orientated Message Boards, and Social Bookmarking sitesStrong quantitative and qualitative skillsInterest and knowledge of women lifestyle, fashion, beauty and culture is a plusProficiency in computers with working knowledge of Google Docs as well as Internet researchInstructions for applying: Please email info@urbaneperspectivemag.com in the subject line please put (EXAMPLE: Online Marketing Intern OR PR/Event Intern) ONLY PICK ONE in what you have a interest/knowledge/passion for! SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY **NO PHONE CALLS**PLEASE REVIEW URBANE PERSPECTIVE MAGAZINE @ www.urbaneperspectivemag.com, its twitter page: www.twitter.com/urbaneperspmag and facebook: www.facebook.com/urbaneperspectivemag and Myspace: www.myspace.com/urbaneperspectivemagazine TO GET A BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF OUR BRAND.
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Roses & Champagne

Roses & ChampagneI was so tired and just wanted to get home, as I drove up the driveway I noticed my husband was home already. As I put my key in the door and walked in, on the floor were rose petals in a path towards the dining room, and a note on the floor saying, "Welcome home baby, follow the path", as I followed the path leading to the dining room there was another note which said, "Have a seat, I'll be there in a minute," with red rose petals circling the table.He comes out of the kitchen with 2 glasses of bubbly "Louis Roederer Cristal" champagne and gave me a kiss and I tried to say something, but he put one finger over my lips and just smiled and said "I will be right back".He comes out with 2 dinner plates of shrimp scampi over garlic & butter noodles, with dinner rolls. We ate and conversed and I looked at him with such appreciation and said, "Thank you sweetie this is really lovely." He just smiled and said I deserved it and kissed me, then said after this I want you to relax so please go to the bathroom, and take a bath baby then come to bed and rest your lovely head.I get up from the table after a few minutes and walk down the hallway towards the bathroom and there is another path of roses, pink roses this time to the bathtub with candles at the end of the tub which was filled with Chanel "Allure" bath products laid out for me.I relaxed in this bath and just thought of how sweet this gift was that my husband was giving me tonight, for no reason but just because he love and adore me.After my bath, I wrapped myself in the finest satin powder pink lingerie, "Black Label" collection from designer, "La Perla" and walked towards our bedroom where a candle was lit and pink, red and yellow Rose Petals scattered over the bed, another bottle of "Cristal", a small bowl of chocolate covered strawberries with whip cream on the night stand.He came in the room wearing a pair of black silk pajama pants with no shirt, chest glistening, smelling of "Acqua di gio" by Giorgio Armani; walked over to pour a glass of champagne and gives me a strawberry, which left whip cream on my lips which he kisses off, and at that moment the night was delighted with hot, passionate ecstasy which was unavoidable and I thanked him with all the passion and love, he brought to me from the time I walked through that door with hot, sweaty, sweet sensual love, a night to remember forever.Then I woke up and realized it was a dream, but damn was it a good one and I still had to smile.

© April 5, 2009 By. Juanita Betts
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From A Writer's POV is looking to host another Online Business Conference. Our first conference was so exciting and informative! The attendees love the conference. So we are doing it again.This time we have a theme "Getting Started in Business" We are looking for Business Owners that advice and tips on the subject. It will be a 3-day conference in Mid january.If you are interested in speaking at our online conference, please email me at publisher.ceo.povmagazine@gmail.comThanks!
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I am looking for about four guest to speak on The POV Lounge Blog. We are coming up on the New Year and it's time for New Year's Resolutions. From December 17th-December 20th, 2009 I will be posting four articles on New year's Resolutions and writings. But I want to give a little more to my readers from other experts.So I'm looking for 4 people to be guest speakers on The POV Lounge from December 26th-31st 2009. I'm looking for people that can give advice on expanded their business, writing etc. People who can give great, informative advice on how to make 2010 better in a literary way. (you can speak about anything in the literary/business field but you must incorporate a way for the readers to grow and expanded in 2010.)For those that do not know, The POV Lounge is a blog. You don't actually speak. I will ask you some important questions. You answer them and get them back to me and just like that you're on The POV Lounge.So if you think you have something great to say; something you think will be informative to help our members grow in a literary way in 2010 please email us at thepovlounge@yahoo.com and we'll get you on there. We only have 4 spots available!Thanks!
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" Greatness"

"...There is no person who can pull you away from your GREATNESS. In every moment we are at choice, and what we chose we create...Invite in happiness and allow it to be the perfect state of every interaction and relationship...Today, I plant seeds of joy and harmony. This month is filled with the blossoming of this powerful intention!'Rev. Cynthia James, SOMM,
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