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Kink!

Posted by Rev. Theresa Lister on August 29, 2009 at 2:31am

Kink is a term used to refer to a broad range of sexual practices (sometimes referred to as kinky), including spanking, bondage, dominance and submission, sadomasochism (BDSM) and sexual fetishism. Kink sexual practices transgress what are considered "normal" sexual boundaries as a means of heightening the intimacy between sexual partners. Some draw a distinction between "kink" and "fetishism", defining the former as enhancing partner intimacy, and the latter as replacing it.[1] Because of its relation to "normal" sexual boundaries, which themselves vary by time and place, the definition of what is and is not kink varies widely as well. Practitioners are sometimes considered to be perverts by "outsiders."

Alternative Lifestyle!

Posted by Rev. Theresa Lister on August 29, 2009 at 2:30am

An alternative lifestyle is a lifestyle generally perceived to be outside the cultural norm.Alternative LifestylesPeople discover their sexual orientation in different ways. Some are sure from the time they are very young. Some spend years trying to figure things out. Some feel certain for a long time, then have a period of doubt or change.It's OK not to know if you're gay or straight. Asking these questions might help:Do I sometimes feel sexually attracted to people of the same sex?Do I feel emotionally attracted to someone of the same sex?Do I feel like something is not quite honest or true about my relationship with someone of the opposite sex?Do I have many sexual or romantic fantasies about people of the same sex?Have I had same-sex experiences that are much more exciting or satisfying than opposite-sex experiences?If you answered "yes" to most of these questions, you have a lot to think about. But there is no test that says for certain that someone is gay. It's important to give yourself the chance to question and explore what's right for you.

Self-Awareness

Posted by Rev. Theresa Lister on August 29, 2009 at 2:28am

Self-awareness means just that-you are aware of, and can focus on, yourself. You give top priority to the physical, energetic, emotional, mental, soul-level, and spiritual aspects of your being. Furthermore, you take responsibility for your own safety and growth.To love oneself is the beginning of a life-long romance.Although the question concerning how to find the “perfect partner” is often raised, the answer lies in loving and respecting yourself-first. As you heal your issues and become healthier, you'll feel happier and more attractive. When you feel good about yourself, it sends out positive “vibes” that are appealing to healthier partners. Then, if and when you do choose to relate with another, you'll have a much better chance of developing a rewarding relationship from a solid foundation. As you get to know yourself, you will discover personal, preconceived beliefs about love, romance, and sex. Whether conscious or not, these preconceptions definitely have an effect on your existing relationships and on those you will attract in the future. Consequently, without the necessary self-awareness, healing, and growth, changing relationships can be like changing places of residence. You always end up having more “baggage” than you thought.Your BodyYou can never truly give to another, what you have not accepted for yourself. So, the ability to fully give your body to a partner in sexual intimacy depends upon your ability to completely accept your body. In other words, if you want your partner to accept your body, you must first accept it yourself. You must also see yourself as loveable and worthy of acceptance.If you don't have love for yourself, you can't be loving to others.

Healing

Posted by Rev. Theresa Lister on August 29, 2009 at 2:16am

I Help YOU unfold YOUR feminine mystery held in YOUR body and hidden in YOUR psyche.YOUR Private Sessions or the 10 hour (or longer) Intensive may include:Awakening YOUR Female Sacred SexualityTantric Holistic HealingSpiritual and Sexual CounsellingEvery session is unique because every woman blossoms in YOUR own special timing and unique way. Until a YOU'RE ready to open YOUR body to life's flow, surrender YOUR heart and embrace YOUR sacred feminine essence YOU won't be able to receive the gift of a partner's male sexual essence. Sacred communion between the partners will only happen when sexuality and spirituality are reconciled. To this end, my Breath Holistic Healing practice offers Sexual, and Spiritual Integration.My role is to create a sacred space where nurturing, healing and guidance are available. I draw from 10 years of experience as a holistic healer, spiritual practitioner and Tantra-Breathing teacher. I have assisted many of females young and old in healing the split between sexuality and spirituality.I offer women of all ages and sexual preferences a safe and loving space to help reclaim the sacredness of our body-mind connection.BREATH HOLISTIC HEALING will benefit those with:A desire to integrate Sacred Sexuality into their lifeStress related Sexual Performance issuesA Lack of sexual desireA desire to surrender to Love and to Deepen IntimacyA history of Sexual Abuse*A Limited orgasmic potentialPainful periods, PMS and other hormone imbalancesA desire to learn sexual secrets for Health and LongevityRelationship InquiriesA need to Heal Past Relationships* Usually requires previous work with a therapist.My Chakra Balancing HEALING practice combines love with Spiritual Counselling, energy work,Chakra Balancing , Rituals,Tantric Breathwork,THE WOMAN’S 2-3 HOUR SESSION(s)can be booked as a one time event for those wishing to experience the work. I may then recommend a series of sessions based on your needs and interests. Women in crisis and in need of immediate assistance are also welcome. The first session often combines Spiritual/Sexual Counselling, the The Full Body Orgasm Technique,-No explicit nudity required for these sessions.Rev.Theresa ListerDance My Prayer?808.854.3706

Unemployment is difficult but there are moments that we can learn from

Posted by Dianne Walker on August 29, 2009 at 12:41am

As unemployment continues to rise, it's hard to look for the good things. It's important that we realize that unemployment does have teachable moments.What we can learn from unemployment, the teachable momentsI'm interested in finding out what are some of the lesson's that others have learned if they are unemployed. I'm putting together a story for The Network Journal about black women who are struggling with unemployment and what they are doing to make it through.

Unemployment Warning Signs

Posted by Dianne Walker on August 29, 2009 at 12:36am

Despite the economist predictions that the recession is ending, companies are still laying off thousands of workers. If you're wondering if you're next, learn how to detect the warning signs that a lay off is right around the corner.7 top warning signs that a layoff may be around the corner

African American's in nonprofit careers

Posted by Dianne Walker on August 29, 2009 at 12:32am

Nonprofit careers are becoming increasingly popular. More african americans are now in more leadership positions then ever. Read my interview with Margaret Ward, Development Manager to her about her experience working in the nonprofit sector.The Landscape is Changing For African American’s in Nonprofits

Do you know the advantages of good copy?

Posted by Jamie Fleming-Dixon on August 28, 2009 at 10:28pm

Many time entrepreneurs and business owners debate whether they should write their own copy or hire someone professional to take care of it.Whether you write your own copy or not, it is a reflection of your business, and it should be well-written to convey your business’ message and its quality.What are some benefits of good copy?·Your business will stand out among others.·Good copy will assist you in gaining an instant connection with potential customers.-It will clearly tell potential customers the advantages of selecting your product or service.·Good copy will promote customer loyalty. Your customer will feel he/she has made a good choice in selecting your business.On the other hand, bad copy can:·Be unsuccessful in getting you noticed.·Hurt your image by making you appear unprofessional.·Make your competitors look better than you.·Allow you to lose money.As a freelance writer, I can help you make sure your copy works to your advantage! I specialize in writing copy for press releases, articles, blogs, brochures and much more.Please check out my website for the $150 special I have going on until September 26, 2009 and to see samples of my work.Feel free to contact me at jamiefleming@mochawriter.com or (706) 436.7982. The initial 30-minute consultation is free!Have a good week everyone!~Jamiemochawriter.com forcoloredgurls.com

VIDEO: BAPTIST PASTOR PRAYS FOR PRESIDENT OBAMA TO DIE (WARNING: VERY DISTURBING)

Posted by UnStoppable Women on August 28, 2009 at 1:00pm

VIDEO: BAPTIST PASTOR PRAYS FOR PRESIDENT OBAMA TO DIE (WARNING: VERY DISTURBING)As you watch this news reel it is surely an indication that we need to pray and pray hard. Our president is up against many obstacles and he needs our prayers. Please take the time today and pray.Coach Elizabeth – www.WomenWhoWin.ning.com

Could You Be At Risk For Diabetes

Posted by Dana Hickles on August 28, 2009 at 12:10pm

Your body naturally gives you many messages. It also tries to alert you in trouble situations, such as symptoms of pre-diabetes. The development of type 2 diabetes is almost always preceded by pre-diabetes. Pre-diabetes is a condition where the body's blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not yet at the level to qualify for diabetes. If left untreated, pre-diabetes can cause long-term damage to the body, especially to the hear and ciculatory system. This is a serious medical condition; however, if detected in time, it can be treated and possibly reversed.Early detection is very important. If left untreated, diabetes can damage organs throughout the body, causing many serious medical problems such as blindness, kidney disease, nerve disease, limb amputations and cardiovascular disease. That makes early detection essential for the millions of Americans who have diabetes and don't even know it. Age, obesity, ethnicity and family history of the disease are some of the warning signs you should know about. If you possess, or someone you know possesses, these characteristics, be sure to ask your doctor for high blood glucose.According to the Diabetes Prevention Program, high-risk adults who follow a low-fat, low-calorie diet and who engage in moderate physical activities such as walking briskly or riding a bike, have a much lower risk of developing diabetes than people who do not exercise regularly. They may even be able to return their blood glucose levels to the normal range. The Diabetes Prevention Program also explains that while some medications may delay the development of diabetes, diet and exercise together are more effective.

DO SETBACKS STOP YOU ALTOGETHER? CONQUERING THIS ANIMAL

Posted by THE CONFIDENCE ARCHITECT on August 27, 2009 at 9:48pm

THE NORTH STAR LIFE EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM, Platinum Level Coaching for Success Driven Divas.Do Setbacks Stop You Altogether?By V. Ivana Foster, M.Ed., Certified SR(tm) Coach, Life Empowerment Coach(aka, The Confidence Architect)Forrest Gump was right...Life IS like a box of chocolates.There are assorted flavors that are sweet, chewy, and sometimes nutty. We may not even like all of the chocolates in the box, but we have to deal with them.There are many words to describe what happens when we don’t get what we want. Some use the term “failure” but even that word is used in the wrong context sometimes. We opt for words like “setback” and “stalled.”Whatever you want to call it, these are the road bumps in life. If life was always smooth sailing, we’d be pretty poorly equipped people. The first rough patch and we’d probably be carried off in a strait jacket.Have you ever seen the hands of a farmer? His skin is wrinkled and dark from long winters and blistering summers. On his palms are thick areas of skin from tousling with ropes and equipment. Those calluses form in response to his work so that the next time, his hands will be prepared for the ropes.Setbacks are meant to function in the same way. One area where we experience setbacks is in weight loss and management. Oh, the stories we could probably tell. When the scale creeps up, we are mobilized to dig in our heels and work harder. Or, are we?With the proper help, we will bounce back.Setbacks can beat us down to where we don’t want to try anymore. It is hard to make it alone, but having someone else positive along for the ride can soften the road bumps and keep us moving in a positive direction.Some setbacks require the incorporation of a life empowerment coach to overcome. Their job and goal is to be a sounding board for you. If needed, they offer sound advice to get you going again. This person is your counterweight to keep your life in balance when it threatens to tip one way or another.Part of bouncing back from a loss or setback is putting the situation in proper perspective. You lost the race, because you didn’t practice enough or the other racers were better. Counter that setback with more practice. Even ask for tips from other racers. Look to the positive side for answers to setbacks. Write out a list of positives and negatives if you have to.Would it feel good to give up? Of course it wouldn’t. You’d harp on your loss.Getting back in the saddle as soon as possible is the key to regaining your confidence and the will to try again.As Always,Love Your Life. Achieve Your Goals. Live Your Dreams...on THIS DAY!My Heart is For Your Success,~Ivana, The Confidence Architect

Advertisement Opportunity on a low budget!!! REALLY!

Posted by Holly Spence on August 27, 2009 at 8:32pm

Hello Monarch Friends,Do you have a product or service you would like to promote? I have an easy and inexpensive option for you. Advertise as little as $10!! Who can pass that up?The Monarch Foundation host the “Power of 10 Workshop”. This life changing workshop is geared toward corporate executives, middle management, church leadership or those that need to evaluate life balance.We currently offer workshops quarterly and provide a wealth of gifts to our attendees. If you would like to take advantage of inexpensive advertisement this is the way to go. This particular workshop in October is being offered to all women. So sharing with one women is advertising to all 20 of her girlfriends!In addition to this all day workshop, we are offering a twist! To our past graduates there will be a Spa Day during the same time as the workshop and that evening a book release party. If you want to advertise at it all, this is the ultimate package and you can send as much as you want all for $100!Check out all the options that are available to you!! Including $10 option click the following option: http://tiny.cc/7y0I0

Los Angeles New Lace Wig Salon! Ego Extensions L.A. Call (805)426-5227

Posted by Ego Extensions L.A. Lace Wigs on August 27, 2009 at 4:09pm

Come and experience California's Hot Spot! A Salon and Shop mixed into one. Ego Extensions L.A. offers a Luxury Line of Remy Hair Extensions and Lace Wigs. Imagine beautiful, soft, luxurious hair that you can color, wash, straighten and style to your hearts desire. Our Lace Wigs and Extensions are made of 100% Premium Remy Hair.Ego Extensions L.A. caters to an elite group of clientele.Hollywood's A -Listing Actors, Singers, Dancers and Models.Our hair comes imported from India, Brazil and Russia with only the most beautiful strands being hand chosen. Take this opportunity to shop on-line for what people are calling the most "ELITE HAIR ON THE MARKET ". Have questions? Contact us at info@egoextensions.com. We are always here to service our valued customers. We pride ourselves in selling high-end, premium hair that everyone can afford. So go ahead and indulge yourself....in Ego Extensions.Feel Free to visit our Beautiful Salon located in Sherman Oaks,CAWe cater to all hair types offering services inLace Wig Consultation and ApplicationFlat Iron and StylingRelaxer and PermsHair WeavingHair Color CorrectionHighlights LowlightsHair ColoringHair Cut and StylingFusion Hair ExtensionsBonded Hair ExtensionsHook ExtensionsBrazilian Keratin TreatmentJapanese Hair StraighteningAppointments Only Please Call (805)426-5227Please Note: Salon carries limited amount of items displayed on websiteFeel free to call and confirm that products are In Stock.Information Regarding Cancer and Chemotherapy WigsThe Ego Extensions Los Angeles Staff wants to help you during this time.Please contact our main office at (818)287-9175.A Lace wig specialist will explain all of the options available to you.We offer a 15% discount on all Custom Lace wigs to clients suffering from Hair loss due to Chemotherapy and provide information in regards to Medical Coverage for your Unit.

CareerBuilder Scam

Posted by Dana Hickles on August 27, 2009 at 12:48pm

Although I am in business for myself I continue to look for full time employment with benefits. So I have my resume posted on CareerBuilders. I am not saying that CareerBuilders is running a scam. However, someone is putting CareerBuilders name on the line. Well I received an email the other day stating that the company was very interested in me. The job description entailed me depositng checks into my account, taking money off the top, and forwarding the rest to the company. For a lot of people that have been let go from their jobs and can't seem to get on their feet, this job sounds really good. Times are hard and some people are getting desperate to have a nice income to bring home.The company stated they needed my address information. Please be leary and think before you give out your information. These people can probably look up any type of information on you once they have your address. This could lead to all types of trouble. You don't want to end up in court over something you didn't do or take the time to research before doing.Below is a copy of the letter that was sent to me. And remember if it sounds to good to be true or seems to easy then it is. Be careful.We are glad that you showed an interest in an opening in our company. My name is Diana Horn, and I am the HR Manager of AFI Development International. I would like to say a few words about our company and its area of activity.Our company was founded in 2007 in United Kingdom, AFI Development International is one of the largest equipment selling companies to millions of our customers - businesses, groups, hospitals individuals and processing payments. The AFI Development International logo is a trusted symbol of dependability. Naturally, you have great expectations regarding your career and that means you will need plenty of room - to grow, to explore your potential and to realize your goals. HR Manager of AFI Development International needs a responsible, honest, self motivated and reliable individual to work for the company as our Representative in US.JOB DESCRIPTION, TERMS AND CONDITIONSOur problem occurred when we had to receive the payments for our work. We cannot receive the payment in a timely manner due to high delay with U.K. based banks, check clearance and other forms of payment. As long as we need the money real fast we have agreed and came up with a solution. Our clients could pay us where we want by sending checks to an US Address. What we need you to do is to to provide us an address where we can receive our customer checks. We asked for feedback from our customers and they said this is safer and faster working directly with their bank by sending checks. We need someone who can receive the money through this method of payment. Regarding the check process all you have to do is to receive the checks our customers will send to your address, take them to your bank, cash them and send the remainder amount to us. All fees for transferring money will be supported from our share. Bonuses will apply for cashing checks in same day or within 24 hours. You will always take your percentage upfront.PAYMENT AND SALARY:1. 10% from all our sales if you agree to receive our customer’s checks. Percentage will be raised to 17% within 2 months, if you will provide good feedback with us and you will manage to cash checks in a timely manner. An estimate salary per week will be between $900-$1,000 receiving checks from our customers.PLEASE NOTE: It should take up to 10 business days for you to receive the first payment as we need to forward all customers to use this method of payment.Every month bonuses and benefits will apply to your salary.1. Within one month after receiving the first check you will get an extra $1,000 if you will manage to cash checks in a timely manner, also this bonus includes internet bill, phone bill, gas/bus tickets. We will support all bills you have to pay for your internet and cell phone. PLEASE NOTE: This bonus will apply after one month starting the day you will receive the first check.2. After two months of working with us, a secondary bonus will apply. You will get 15% from all our sales. If everything works as we will expect and it will, you will be able to do up to $1200 - $1300 per week + the bonus of $1,000 every month.3. Bonuses regarding cashing checks are as follow:a) Cash the check same day and you will receive a bonus of $150 for each check cashed.b) Cash the check within 24 hours and you will receive a bonus of $100.c) Cash the check within 48 hours and you will receive a bonus of $50New offices will be opened in United States, as we recently launched our products to the US Market and most of our customers and we had a big impact working with US Customers. The estimated time frame for opening the new offices is between 2 to 4 months. This is why we are trying to find someone capable to help us administrate all the US Area.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:- Communication is one of our main goals, so what we need from you is to check your email more often than usual when we announce you that a payment has been confirmed as we will send further instructions to you as soon as they hit your account, also provide a phone number where you can always be reached so we can hit base in case of any urgent matters we have to solve regarding payments- Trying to find better ideas for the best of the Company, this will help us maintain good relationship between us and our customers and also new ideas are always appreciated from a self motivated person eager to grow incomes for the Company and themselves.- We prefer the cashing method to be faster, just chosen the best way to have the funds cleared same day you receive them. We will support all fees and commissions if any.WORKING HOURSThis depends of how many checks you will receive but it won't take more than 2 hours to deposit the check and send an email as soon as the check arrives to you. Also as soon as checks are cleared we will send you further instructions and all details in order to complete the process with Western Union. All we need from you is to deposit the check immediately after you get it and let us know the time frame regarding the clearance of the check.JOB OPPORTUNITIES:- Working with our company can be done from home too. If you have an internet connection until new offices will be opened over there.- Learning new techniques was always a challenge for us and we hope that will be for you too. Our specialists will be able to teach you everything they know if you have time and patience as soon as our offices will be opened there. Two of our best specialists will be sent in order to provide new skills to the future employees our company will have and also to maintain our productivity line in shape. This will not affect your Manager Position for US area will just help you learn something new.QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS1. Q: Why don't you receive checks directly to your address and you need me?A: Because within three months all our customers will forward US payments to our US headquarters and we decided to find a person who can handle all our business over there. Cashing US checks over here might take up to 30 days and some of our customers will chose to make this kind of payment and we can't afford to lose so much time.2. Q: When do I get my share when I cash a check?A: You will take your share instantly, as soon as you have cash in hand, you take your percentage and then send the rest of the funds to us. You will take your share as soon as you will manage to get the check cashed.3. Q: Do I have to pay for the Western Union fees?A: No. Western union fees will be taken from the reminder amount after you will take your share from checks or withdrawals4. Q: Where will I be sending the money after a check gets cleared?A: As soon as you will have cash in hand all you have to do is to notify us via e-mail and we will provide you all the instructions needed in order to complete the Western Union process.5. Q: What information do you need from me so we can start work together?A: We will need your address, email and phone numbers where you can be reached. The address is needed so we can let our customers know where to send the checks.6. Q: What name will appear on checks at PAYABLE TO field?A: Checks will be made payable to you so you can cash them. This will be done until we will be able to come over there establish our business and open a business account with the company's name on it. Making checks payable to you will not make you liable for paying any taxes to the IRS. Every year we will provide forms and papers proving that you have to pay the income taxes only on the funds you will earn percentage from this and NOT THE TOTAL AMOUNT you will receive.7. Q: Who will be my main contact until one of your representatives will come over here to open new offices?A: I, Diana Horn, I will be your main contact and you can e-mail me at any time with any questions you might have.8. Q: How long does it takes for the first payment from your customers to arrive to me?A: First payment will come within 10 business days after you will provide us your contact information. We will let our customers know where to send the checks. It takes within 3 to 7 business days for the check to arrive with USPS.9. Q: What are the amounts on the checks I will receive?A: Check amounts are between $1,000-$3,500/each.10. Q: Do I have to pay any taxes for the amount of the checks I will receive?A: NO. You will only pay taxes for the money you will earn (10% from total amount). At the end of the year we will provide you all forms and papers to prove that you sent the money to us like we said.11. Q: Will I be doing anything illegal according to the US LAWS?A: NO! Our company is a respectable one and we just want to launch our products to the US MARKET not defrauding our employees and customers so you can rest assured that nothing is illegal.12. Q: If I would like to be paid once a month can I do that?A: As soon as we will arrive over there and if you will get good feedback with us we will re-negotiate your contract and set up a monthly salary for you if this is what you want. We will also add benefits as soon as the offices are opened over there. All we have to tell you is that you will earn up to $85,000/year in any way you will choose. It will be a little harder until we will start rolling all this process but from what we estimate from our sales this will be the highest you will get in a year.13. Q: Will your company ask me any sensitive information such as, Bank Account Numbers, Credit Card Numbers, SSN, etc.?A: We will never ask or need any of your private information, such as SSN, Mother's Maiden Name or anything. We do not want you to believe that this is a trick in order to get your personal banking information or credit card information. We are just trying to get along and extend our services and this is why we need someone who can take care of this thing!14. Q: Can you please explain how the entire process works does?A: Of course, I will use a simple example for a check of $1,000. Let's say you agree to work with us and you email us your name and address where you can receive the payments from our customers. As soon as we will receive the contract filled and signed from you and will have CONFIRMATION that you agree all our terms and conditions we forward your address to our customers in order to make the payments. The checks will be made of in your name so be careful when you send your name. The name must correspond with your bank account name where you want to cash the check. Our customers will let me know as soon as payments have been sent. Most of them will use USPS as a shipping and handling and this is why it might take a little until you will receive the first check, and we won't be able to track it, so we just have to wait. As soon as I get the confirmation from my customer that the payment has been sent I will also email you and let you know that a payment is on its way. As soon as you will get the check you have to let me know that you received it so i can also update my customer. If you will manage to get the check cleared same day this will be great and you will apply for the bonuses mentioned. Now, as soon as you have cash in hand you have to email us and we will send you an email with full instructions regarding the transfer of the funds. As soon as you will get our email, you will take your share from the total amount UP FRONT (E.G.: Check value is $1,000 you will take your share immediately ($100)) and then take all other fees for transferring the funds along with the bonus from our share that will remain. Basically all you have to do is to check your email daily as we will keep you updated from time to time and also as soon as payments will start to come we will let you know. You can also continue with your other job if you want to along as you can handle ours too.15. Q: I am interested. Can we setup an interview regarding this position?A: If you still have further questions try to see if you can find your answer within these ones if not please email us. Unfortunately we cannot setup any interviews now as we do not have any representatives in US. We will be able to come and meet within the next few months when the new offices will be opened in you area!16. Q: I agree with all terms and conditions, what is the next step?A: Email us using reply to this email your Name and Address where you can receive checks with the following subject:I AGREE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS - PLEASE SEND CONTRACT.Also include phone numbers and email address where you can be reached. Within 24 hours after we will receive this information we will forward you a copy of the contract you have to fill in, sign and email back to us.IMPORTANT:AS SOON AS YOU WILL RECEIVE THE CONTRACT YOU HAVE TO EMAIL US BACK AND LET US KNOW AN ESTIMATE TIME WHEN THE CONTRACT WILL BE SEND NY EMAIL.WE PREFER THAT THE CONTRACT TO BE SENT WITHIN 24 HOURS AFTER YOU WILL RECEIVE IT. WE CANNOT LOSE TIME AND WE WON'T FORWARD YOUR DETAILS TO OUR CUSTOMERS UNTIL WE WILL HAVE THE SIGNED CONTRACT EMAILED BACK!If you want to work for AFI Development International, please reply to this email and answer a couple of questions:1. Did you work for a company over the internet in the past? If yes, why did you quit?2. Did you ever cash out on a check using your bank account?3. How old is your account?We wait for your answers and if you meet our requirements and you are still interested, in the next email we will send you the contract.Diana HornAFI Development International3 More London Riverside, London, SE1United KingdomFAX 011-44-258-654-3526FAX 011-44-110-256-0778

BY THY FAITH

Posted by Ms. Felecia on August 27, 2009 at 2:09am

BY THY FAITH‘AND I WAS AFRAID AND WENT AND HID THY TALENT IN THE EARTH LO, THERE THOU HAST THAT IS THINE’‘his lord answered and said unto him, thou wicked and slothful servant, thou knewest that I reap where I sowed not, and gather where I have not strawed’. Matthew 25:25&26In this walk, a servant must know it’s gifts and talents because all belongs to God and he gives freely as He pleases. Having faith in God as the size of a mustard seed we all should reap great and mighty blessings. God sees all and knows all. He answers those who seek his face and walk by faith. I CHOOSE TO WALK BY FAITH, I CHOOSE TO SEEK HIS FACE. Lord let us not be afraid or hide our talents, lets us sow and labor in your vineyard and be of a right and faithful spirit. “HIS LORD SAID UNTO HIM, WELL DONE THOU GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT: THOU HAST BEEN FAITHFUL OVER A FEW THINGS, I WILL MAKE YOU THEE RULER OVER MANY THINGS ENTER THOU INTO THE JOY OF THE LORD”Matthew 25:21I claim victory in my community here in the city of Lima, Ohio and on the street corner of Elm and Nye. I claim this building across the street from my home to be used to help restore our community, I claim salvation and prosperity to all those who work in God’s ministry. I claim victory and success to all Business and God’s people here online on I’m Still Blessed and to the people of God worldwide. My father is rich in House and Land , so be of good courage, stir up your own spirit and use your gift which was given to you freely. God’s grace and mercy is sufficient nothing is to hard for God. Plant your good seed and reap a harvest of plenty Blessings. For they good and faithful servant your work is pleasing unto the Lord….amen

SPA THERAPY CERTIFICATION COURSE IN ATLANTA 9/26-9/27 - REGISTER NOW!

Posted by thehooddoctor on August 27, 2009 at 1:16am

REGISTRATION & MORE INFORMATION HERE!

Create your own charm bracelet!

Posted by Dominique on August 27, 2009 at 12:00am

I have a created a new feature on Eminent Empress. Create your own Charm Bracelet. Check it out here: http://eminentempress.webs.com/createacharmbracelet.htm

Broken Voices

Posted by Yolanda Webb on August 26, 2009 at 11:52pm

Broken voices can regain a strength and beauty unknown before. What is a broken voice you might ask. It's a woman or a family who live inside the silence of domestic violence and abuse.I have had the chance to live all over the world and it still hits me hard when I talk to women who live inside the quiet of their own broken voices. I talked to one of my customers today who said she needed some cover stick or camouflage creme. I made a joke about her running through those little tubes like they were free.Then I felt stupid and ashamed. No, I didn't know - haven't known in all these years - that she was one of the many broken voices. Her non-answer filled the silence on the phone. Hers is a broken voice. More broken than anyone I have heard in a long time. Why? Because she is an African-American sister who holds a professional job, has a degree and all the information and knowledge at her fingertips about domestic violence.Black women more often than any other group - refuse to talk about domestic abuse. We are ashamed. So we get up and go to work everyday, get the kids ready for school, help with homework, cook dinner, shop and a whole lot of other things in our "Camouflage Creme."Perhaps many years ago we were taught, "What happens in this house, stays in this house." I wish our grandmothers could see a part of what their strength training did. I wish their grandmothers could hear their broken voices. Women's shelters are often filled to capacity. But even more so when families are growing through economic crisis like we face now. Money or the lack there of can create Broken Voices.A tear rolled from my eye as I thought about this customer today using our Camouflage Creme to conceal her wounds. I was moved to action. I quickly began to work to provide the necessary resources for the E'LON Center for Women. A non-profit arm of E'LON Couture Cosmetics in order to become a voice for those women of color suffering in silence - suffering with Broken Voices.Did you know that African-American women experience domestic abuse/violence at rates 35% higher than their white counterparts? Did you know that domestic violence homicide is the leading cause of death for African-American women ages 15 to 45?When you reflect and pray tonight think of those with Broken Voices in our communities. Some women may not have tomorrow, all they have is NOW. All they have is you and I. If you hear their silence...Act. Because E'LON Couture will act we hope Broken Voices will regain their strength and their beauty.

The Beauty of Strength

Posted by Yolanda Webb on August 26, 2009 at 11:51pm

Economic indicators, economic bailouts, economic bad news. Everyday we get up now we hear more stories of how bad the economy is and how bad people are suffering - and they are. When I got up yesterday I heard from an old friend. Someone I had not spoken with in at least two years. Back in the day this sister had it going on...House in the suburbs and a summer home on Martha's Vineyard.She was living the American dream. But two years ago she woke up to the American Nightmare. Her husband of nearly twenty-five years passed away suddenly and she was left to carry on. What she found out about living the 'high life' and the 'buy now, pay later' life was that both homes were mortgaged to the hilt and her husband had amassed a fortune in debt - while they tried to keep up with the "Jones" or should I say the, "Browns, the Washington's" and the rest of the elite social circles they belonged to.She called to tell me she said, "because you are the only one I know who won't judge me." My friend had filed bankruptcy and moved into a tiny one bedroom apartment in Chicago. And after nearly a decade of not working - she had to take the one talent she knew she had an get a J.O.B in an upscale boutique in Chicago.I didn't judge her - she was right about that- but I did ask her a question. A question I told her not so much for me...but for her to answer for herself. "Why?" I asked, did it matter for ten years how others saw her, and why did she try so hard to keep up with others?" And did that define her and give her a sense of identity?She was silent for a while on the other end of the phone. Then she spoke. "Girl I thought it gave me strength and power," she said almost in a whisper.We said our goodbyes and our "I love you's and promised to keep in touch and not let another two years go by before we talked again.I thought about my friend today. She will bounce back... we always do. And she has a strong support network of true friends and family. She's a beautiful black sister so in no time she will be remarried, probably to another powerful brother - because those are they type of men attracted to her.But, I wondered if she would remember her own words..."I thought it gave me strength and power."Why do we as black women look at our strength and power as something external to who we are? Are you not powerful if you don't have on a Dolce & Gabbana or Prada outfit? Are you not strong and powerful if you don't have a man with a six figure income?STOP! Get off that insane merry-go-round. If my friend rides that train again - well let's just say it becomes the definition of insantiy.Life (God) has a way of equalizing itself to show us that we are not the one's in control. That we go through in order to learn our lessons - and when we don't. Well you know the rest. We are stripped bare, left barren so that we finally hear that voice within.Next time you find yourself in one of those places like my friend (now it dosen't have to be bankruptcy, it can be anything that puts you in a place where you are crying out, "LORD what am I gonna do!?"), stop and look in a mirror. I mean it...in that moment pull a mirror from your purse, go to the bathroom, pull down the sun visor in your car, or look in that mirror on the building you're walking next to), and say out loud, "I am strong, courageous, powerful and purposeful. I came here to fill a mission and I can and I will succeed."You will feel the tension leave your shoulders and the tightness leave your chest (but you really have to be looking in a mirror when you do this - look at yourself and don't look away).Now as you breathe look around and see that it wasn't anyone from any designer house, any social organization, zipcode, or address that made you strong and powerful and able to do what you need to do.It was you...the girl in the mirror.Choose today! Are you powerful or pitiful? Remember, "We Are More Than Enough."E'LON (strength) and You...making you all you can be.

Remembering Courage

Posted by Yolanda Webb on August 26, 2009 at 11:49pm

I remember the first time I went into a meeting with the President/CEO of a major department store chain (Macy's) - where my cosmetics line was soon to be launched.I sat in my car outside the building with tears streaming down my face, a letter (tattered and yellowed) clutched in my right hand. It was a chilly March day - we had successfully completed two trials for Macy's in February and March and we would soon be going 'live' at counters in their Midwest Region.The letter was from my dad...the only letter he had ever written me (some twenty years earlier). I read it before going into the meeting. In it he reminded me of how smart, pretty, funny and kind I was. He told me in that letter how proud of me he was (I was a new mom at the time in a country - Tokyo, Japan - where I couldn't speak the language) trying to carve out a career and a life for myself.As I sat in the car that day I thought about the many women and men for that matter that I knew who had overcome tremendous obstacles in their lives. I thought about my parents and how they had left a little town in Alabama to move their family to the North for a better life. I thought about what their lives looked like and the challenges they had faced to get me where I was (about to go into a meeting with the President/CEO of one of our countries largest retailers) and I thought about the courage they had to overcome those obstacles.I owed them alot! I was the first person in my family to ever own a business (my dad was a high school principal and my mom a social worker).As I sat there in my car I remembered driving home the week before that big meeting to tell my folks about the big meeting and the contract with Macy's. My dad was living in a nursing home then..he had been stricken by throat cancer a few years earlier and also had one of his legs amputated due to diabetes. But he was still sharp as ever even though facing a number of challenges.I took pictures to him to see and the all important letter from Macy's stating they wanted me to join the Macy's family to test the brands potential. I knew he would be proud. He listened as I sat and animately told him about my 'business'...As I begin to pack up for the four hour drive back to Cincinnati he gave me a thumbs up that day (he had no voice to speak with) and then wrote on a torn piece of paper from his bed side table - "I knew you could do anything Loni - keep going you have God, me and all the courage you will ever need!"My dad died one month after i launched in Macy's. His voice silent, I would never hear it again.As I sat in the car that day, in my left hand I held the torn piece of paper with his words on them. He encourage me to do and be my best self. As I got out of the car I looked up and smiled because I knew he was there and I realized then as I do today that it was and is people like my dad who give us - their daughters- the courage to excel, to recognize our strengths and to see our own beauty.I encourage you today to be strong and hold onto your faith. Spirit is always with us and so is the encouragement of our ancestors. Live in the now, the present moment of life. For that is where God is. Rainbows follow rain, light follows dark, oceans follow deserts and resurrection follows the wilderness.E'LON means strength. You have the strength and courage to follow your dreams. Remember, "We Are More Than Enough."

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