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AMAZING GRACE 5 BLACK NOTES - WE ARE CONNECTED

Posted by Rickey on June 25, 2008 at 8:39am

Hello Community, Another example of how Net Working increases Net WorthThis was shared with me and I have to share it with you.Networkingly yours,Rickey

Streams of Income

Posted by Ms_Felecia on June 25, 2008 at 2:07am

Ordinary people are doing extraordinary things! For those of us of the Faith and are sons and daughters of the Most High God should be discerning that these are indeed extraordinary times and we have been given the power to create wealth, and should be creating an inheritance for our children’s children. Our 9-5 job is not enough. Our corporate America job is not enough. Our military job is not enough. That is just one stream of income! Why not embrace that supernatural million-dollar idea that’s on the inside of you and began to create MULTIPLE STREAMS OF INCOME!So many opportunities have been lifted up here that someone can benefit and be successful. Yet, I am gonna be bold to say, I know that there are even more of us Entrepreneurs and Mompreneurs out there who have yet “stepped out” and declared that greatness that’s on the inside. Start the daycare! Get Real Estate! Start that publishing company! Or whatever the case may be! Just do something! Someone is in need of what you have to offer and they are waiting on you!I submit to you that divine opportunity to prosper awaits all that will get into position to receive.With that said, maybe you or someone you know would be interested in hearing more about obtaining Freedom to work from Home…Freedom to spend time with Family…Financial Freedom, paying off debt, putting money into savings, or replacing an income. I am a part of a team called Freedom United and we can help you obtain a “stream of income.” We are a group of people that come from all walks of life, but have all decided that we want a great life!There is a membership investment of $1 to get started! No that isn’t a typo! Invest one dollar and it’s totally refundable if you decide that Freedom United is not for you! However, it will cost you nothing to get more information about what we do and there is no obligation for hearing the information!If you are interested in working from home please do these 2 things for me:First: Take a few seconds to hear a message about our team. Or you can copy and paste this link to your URL http://playaudio-345.com/play.asp?m=512654&f=AWWTIX&ps=13&p=1Second: Go to my website at www.Taking-Dominion.com and click on the "Get More Info." button and fill out the information. Please make sure to let me know you are requesting because of the "$1 Membership.”Of course this is a special promotion that will end June 30th. Normally, there is a membership start-up cost of $29.If you have already heard the information about our team and you are ready to get started, go to my web-site at www.Taking-Dominion.com and let me know you are "ready to get started!"We are so excited to help you create that "Freedom" you are looking for! This team has been a blessing for us, and knows you will feel that too!FeleciaHelping YOU Work From Home!www.taking-dominion.com

Creation of Whitness

Posted by Clyde Anderson on June 24, 2008 at 10:03pm

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Mobile Blogging

Posted by Barbara Howard on June 24, 2008 at 8:26pm

Mobile Blogging is on the Cutting EdgeMobile blogging is an exciting phenomenon that is sweeping the blogosphere. One of the reasons why a lotof bloggers are attracted to the medium of blogging in the first place is that they enjoy being able to makefrequent updates and posts that keep all of their visitors up to speed with current situations. Mobile blogs, or"moblogs," take this to the extreme by allowing users to post things literally as they happen. This new wave ofmoblogs and mobloggers keep web surfers up to date with good and bad events of importance as they occurall over the world, helping to make international communication faster and more accurate.Many people feel that the limitations of blogging have a lot to do with geography. After all, there is only socurrent that a blog can be when you need to run home and boot up in order to update it. However, mobileblogging marks the beginning of an thrilling new era when web-based communication can happenspontaneously from any location. Moblogging devices mean that there is almost nowhere on the planet thatremains off-limits for bloggers.Mobile blogging is still in its infancy because the technology that makes it possible has only recently hitthe global market. The first moblog technology became available over a decade ago, but it is only the past twoor three years that mobile web devices have become user-friendly enough to appeal to most consumers. Ascamera phones and other mobile technology become more popular, more and more bloggers are getting awayfrom their desks and are hitting the streets. Moblogging is becoming much more widespread that it was even afew months ago, and mobloggers are quickly attracting a lot of attention with the blogging community. It is notyet clear whether moblogs will become the dominant kinds of blogs in the years to come, but the currenttrend seems to imply that moblogs are here to stay.Mobile devices make it possible to blog from the sites where current events are unfolding, which is one of thereasons why mobile blogging has so much thrilling potential to revolutionize the blogosphere. A mobloggerwith a camera phone can post blog entries from, say, the foot of the podium at a presidential speech, or from thestands during the final moments of the world series. This enables bloggers to experience the same real timethrills that live television coverage provides, but in a more democratic medium. The combination of mobilityand individual control that moblogging provides certainly places mobloggers on the cutting edge oftoday's communications technology, and it is hard to imagine that the number and prestige of moblogs willnot continue to grow in the coming years.Barbara Howard

Tune into BAP Living Radio’s July 6th show - Best of Black Womanhood in Indie Music, Books, and Internet Media

Posted by Ananda Kiamsha Madelyn Leeke on June 24, 2008 at 7:01pm

BAP Living Radio’s July show will explore the Best of Black Womanhood in Indie Music, Books, and Internet MediaJune 24, 2008 - Washington, DC - BAP Author Ananda Kiamsha Madelyn Leeke will host the second episode of BAP Living Radio, a monthly Internet radio show that airs on Talkshoe.com, on Sunday, July 6 from 7:00pm to 8:30pm. The theme is "Exploring the Best of Black Womanhood in Indie Music, Books, and Internet Media" (web sites, social networking sites, blogs, podcasts, radio and television shows, and YouTube videos). A guest panel featuring the following women will share their expertise:1) Khadijah Ali-Coleman, writer, educator, performer and co-founder of Liberated Muse Productions, an arts-based planning group coordinating the Capital Hip Hop Soul Fest in Washington, DC - www.liberatedmuse.com and http://capitalhiphopsoulfest.com2) Corynne Corbett, a blogger, writer, editor, former editor-in-chief of Heart & Soul and Mode, and founder of That Black Girl Site and My Black Girl Site, a magazine-style blog collective and a social networking site in New York, New York - www.thatblackgirlsite.com and www.myblackgirlsite.com3) Shawna Renee Madison, a radio host/producer, blogger, and founder of Cocoa Mode in Washington, DC - www.cocoamode.com4) Monica McInyre, an independent musician (cellist), lyricist, vocalist, and creative director of the Black Women's Arts Festival in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - www.monicamcintyre.com and www.bwafphilly.org5) Diane Williams, an author, radio host, founder/publisher of 22nd Century Press, and co-founder of Black Author Showcase social networking site in Upper Marlboro, Maryland - www.22ndCenturyPress.com, www.blackauthorshowcase.com, and http://blackauthors.ning.comListeners will have an opportunity to ask the panelists questions and engage in a lively discussion. Before the program ends, listeners will be invited to participate in the What's On Your Mind segment which will give everyone a chance to talk about their concerns. Visit www.talkshoe.com/tc/18598 to listen to the live broadcast.BAP Living Radio affirms and supports the lives of women of African descent who self-identify as Black American Princesses (BAPs) and Educated Black Women (EBW). BAP Living Radio features programs that offer BAPs and EBW information about and a platform to discuss topics relevant to their lives. Topics of discussion include self-love, self-care, spirituality, health, finances, beauty, fashion, art, music, culture, films, travel adventures, fun events and activities, personal hobbies, books, magazines, education, community service, politics and news, careers, creativity, fitness, feminism, womanism, food, lifestyle, sexuality, relationships, family, green living, home decor, and entrepreneurialism.Leeke created BAP Living social networking site (http://baplivingforbapsandebw.ning.com) and BAP Living Radio in response to positive feedback from readers of her debut novel, Love's Troubadours - Karma: Book One. Love's Troubadours - Karma: Book One tells the story of Karma Francois, a thirtysomething California-born BoHo BAP (Bohemian Black American Princess) with Louisiana roots and urban debutante flair. The book shows how a woman uses therapy, yoga, meditation, art, music, poetry, and support from family and friends to confront the effects of her poor life choices and embrace a spiritual journey of healing and love. The book was published by iUniverse, Inc. and is available on Amazon.com, Barnesandnobles.com, Borders.com, Target.com, and Bookamillion.com.Contact Information:Ananda LeekeKiamsha.com, LLCwww.lovestroubadours.comhttp://baplivingforbapsandebw.ning.comwww.talkshoe.com/tc/18598kiamshaleeke@yahoo.com

New Release! "FLOSS" by Monica Marie Jones

Posted by Monica Marie Jones on June 24, 2008 at 4:41pm

Hello my fellow Sistahprenuers!I am sure that you can all relate to the flashy lifestyle of my hometown Detroit, Michigan and other major cities like it. Well, I wrote a book about it and as I am sure you can imagine that it is filled with all of the drama, scandal and action that accompanies a lifestyle based on acquiring material possessions!The book is in the final stages of publication, but in the meantime it is available for review and pre-order. Check out my website, www.monicamariejones.com for details! Just to give you an idea, please find the synopsis below....FLOSSBy Monica Marie JonesSynopsisIn the world we live in people are divided into three main social classes. The Upper class is comprised of the immensely wealthy and powerful. The Middle class consists of managers and highly paid professionals, and the Lower class is made up of people who are paid average or low wages, receiving "welfare", unemployed or homeless. In Detroit and other cities like it, a fourth social class has emerged in the minds of those who occupy it that falls somewhere in between the middle and upper classes.Unlike the other classes, the fourth is more of an active state of being. It is a verb. People in this class act out and represent what it means to be in the upper middle class. The fourth class is called FLOSS.Friends since childhood, Abel, Solomon, and Jabez strive to climb the social ladder. Cousins Dionysus and Torah strive to climb that same ladder, but they would much rather travel on the backs of men like Abel, Solomon and Jabez.Tyse wants to climb that ladder as well in the company of men like Abel, Solomon and Jabez while attracting women like Torah and Dionysus. Will they all be able to get up the ladder without pulling some down or walking over others? Will the ladder be able to support all of their weight, or will jealousy, envy, and betrayal cause everything that they have worked for to all come crashing down around them?When the worlds of these six socialites collide and become intertwined the outcome is scandalous. Will the controversies that they encounter be worth the cost that it takes to FLOSS?

If you pre-order FLOSS I will send you the free eBook upon receipt of your payment and I will send you a print copy as soon as they are available. :)So you are getting two books for the price of one!Pre-Order your Copy TODAY!www.monicamariejones.comwww.myspace.com/flossthenovelmonicamjones@hotmail.com

Who are You and Why Should the Media Care?

Posted by Beverly Mahone on June 24, 2008 at 4:04pm

Who cares if you wrote a book or started a new business that you’re really excited about? Is your enthusiasm going to pay your bills and earn you the kind of status you’ve been working hard to achieve? Is that gung-ho attitude going to allow you to break “even” on the money you’ve already invested in your project?While having a positive attitude is important to pursuing your goals, you’re going to need some help along the way. Let’s be realistic. Your book (business) may do OK by word of mouth and press releases but just think of what could happen with something called “mega publicity.”No, I’m not talking about one radio or newspaper interview in your community. I’m referring to your ability to reach the masses. How do you do that? You could try calling Oprah and if she calls you back–the rest is history. Of course, for the vast majority of us, Harpo will never call but that shouldn’t stop you from putting a plan of action together that could, very well, get Oprah’s attention in the future.Build a media plan complete with a list of mainstream radio and television stations as well as newspapers. Also include internet radio stations and podcasts. Then start mapping out your strategy for making valuable connections.If you believe it’s your time to shine, let me help you turn on the spotlight!

What Makes Me a Media Expert?

Posted by Beverly Mahone on June 24, 2008 at 2:17am

Before you decide to give anybody your hard-earned money for media services, you need to do some homework.You need to ask yourself AND the “expert” what makes them qualified to teach you about getting media exposure and the other little tricks of the trade when it comes to publicity. Is it because they send out the most emails boasting about all they can do to help you or have you talked to real people who can give you glowing testimonials about their work?Did they have a real job in media where they were in a decision-making position to determine who would be a good candidate for an interview?Do they have resourceful contacts? By that I mean, do they have actual names of contacts or are they referring you to a general number---which we can all get in a phone book.Do they push clients through a “system” without giving them much individualized attention?Is bigger really better?Can they give you FULL SERVICE or LIP SERVICE?The truth of the matter is, for every qualified expert, there are at least a dozen wannabes. As someone who spent more than 25 years in the radio and television news business, I had to decide daily who would make a good interview candidate. It’s a screening process and if you don’t know the basics of what it takes to get the kind of media exposure you’re seeking, you’ll be spinning your wheels and end up going nowhere.If you feel it’s your time to shine, I’d like to help you turn on the spotlight! But before you decide, make sure you google me: Beverly Mahone & Talk2Bev

Win - Din and Information Abundance

Posted by Rickey on June 24, 2008 at 1:55am

Win - Din and Information AbundanceHello, I know as business owners , we get deluged with information.Information on improving our personal lifestyle.Information on networking and building business relationships.Information on a multitude of way to generate income.And Information on the Information (LOL).Ok, How does one decide what information should be given value.Lets go one step further, after giving it value, how to we decide what information to use first.Lets take the position, information used, should produce an outcome that is beneficial to us.Well, Here is my suggestion (C’mon you know have one).Decide What is Important Now (WIN)Ok, need an example here’s one.You have access to information on how to save money on gasoline cost. You received this information in Ebook form and it seems with the price of gas being very high, it would be nice to know, how to save on gasoline cost.Now you would have to download the ebook and read it.Ok, maybe this is a good move, if you drive a vehicle that consumes gasoline, however, if you a commuter using other means of transportation, this may not be the information, you want to assign value.This does not meet the WIN.Move on. Let me repeat that , MOVE ON ........ See this is simple.Now, the on the other hand. You are the driver for commuters and you are tasked with purchasing gasoline.Having information on how to save money on gasoline purchase could be very beneficial to you.This becomes a WINNow, you are half way to a successful outcome with handling information abundance.The next IMPORTANT step you must take is ( drum roll please) ;DO IT NOW (DIN)That’s right , no delay, no read it later, no wait to someone else educates you.DIN, download the EBook, Read it, Act on the information provided.As you see, WIN requires some real thought and DIN is the easy part, together, they are like nitroglycerin (a liquid that is explosive when exposed to sudden heat).Separate, well, glycerin is just a sweet syrupy alcohol component and nitro refers to a chemistry group.Get it. Got it.Now WIN and DIN your way to a very productive day.Hint, Hint This process can be applied to many situations much more complex than this example.Here is a WIN-DIN moment ( I love this!!!!!!!)THE CELL PHONE REVOLUTION HAS STARTEDINFO AT WWW.JUNIQUES.NETNetworkingly yours,Rickey

Marketing your Business using Autoresponders

Posted by Christine on June 23, 2008 at 2:12pm

Before I dive into the subject of my blog post, I would like to thank LaShanda for giving me this opportunity to share my thoughts and information with you as part of the Blogality Show. I learned a lot through my research and truly enjoyed writing the blog posts. I certainly hoped many of you benefited from the information.What are autoresponders? Before I got into business and began researching various low cost and free ways of marketing my business. Autoresponders are email programs that can send an automated response. Presently, there are autoresponders that are more sophisticated that than and are able to send a series of composed messages on a pre-determined schedule. I’m sure many of you have browsed the web and signed up for those e-courses that send you information via e-mail every week on the topic you chose. It’s a easy way for a business owner to keep in touch with his/her clients via email without spending loads of time at the computer. These programs help business owners work smarter.How can one benefit from autoresponders? Let’s say that you own a travel business and you want to give your clients tips for travel. Instead of listing them on your website, which they may or may not visit, send them a tip a week or every two weeks. Every time they get your tips via email they think about travel and will most likely visit your site where you will have more content for them to read. The same thing can work with self-esteem tips, business tips, weight loss tips, etc. There are so many subjects related to your business that you can send to your clients. In addition, if your tips are good, then your clients will forward them to people they know and they will visit your website.Where do I get an autoresponder? There happens to be a free autoresponder available for your use. Check out this website at www.drquek.com. You will have to upload and install the program yourself. However, there are services that may make it a little easier for you, but for a fee. Check out www.getresponse.com and www.icontact.com. Depending on how savvy you are with installing programs, it may be worth the monthly fee to have a simpler interface.I have downloaded Dr. Quek’s program, but have not yet installed it. When I do, I will certainly let you know!

Indies In The City: Washington, DC

Posted by Donna Maria Coles Johnson on June 23, 2008 at 1:34pm

Since launching the Indie Beauty Network in 2000, I have hosted conferences in New York and Washington, DC. I've been asked to host others, but my husband and I postponed extensive travel until our children were older and more self sufficient. After much prayer and deliberation, we have decided that the time has come to get out a little more.To kick things off, we hosted our first Indies In The City gathering outside Washington, DC last week! Click on the picture to enjoy the video highlights!

Indies In The City will soon be combined with the Indie Business Breakfast, a jam-packed, 3 hour Indie Business Bonanza where I will unveil my signature Indie Business System and companion book, workbook and audio CDs. This is the system I have used to take a business from nothing to beyond my wildest dreams!Websites mentioned in this post:Freecycle j.blossom Shea Radiance Zosimos BotanicalsUpcoming Indies In The City gatherings include Portland, Chicago, San Diego, Seattle, Raleigh/Durham, Atlanta, San Francisco and more. If you'd like to host Indies In The City, let me know in the comments section below.And be sure to subscribe subscribe to Indie Business Blog so you don't miss out on future events in your area!

Indie Dawn Fitch on CBS Evening News

Posted by Donna Maria Coles Johnson on June 23, 2008 at 1:27pm

It's not every day that IBN members get the kind of national media attention they deserve, so when it happens, I'm all over it! This past Tuesday, I was all over longtime IBN member Dawn Fitch and her company Pooka Pure and Simple as they were featured on the CBS Evening News.

As you can see, Dawn was interviewed by CBS National Correspondent Byron Pitts about the growth of her company from $20,000 in annual revenues 7 years ago to nearly a half a million dollars in 2007.Long before CBS took note, I knew of the great things Dawn and the other "Pookalitas" were doing. Dawn first joined IBN in 2005 and since then, her business has boomed. Dawn has been my guest on Indie Business Radio where she discussed the growth of her company and the story behind her book, "Moving Through Opened Doors."So Much Business, So Little MoneyWhile Dawn's news is exciting and well deserved, the news for Black American woman entrepreneurs is not as good. According to the segment, while Black American women are launching businesses at twice the speed of the national average, generating about $29 billion in sales nationwide, they are grossing an average of $38,000 a year while their counterparts are grossing an average of about $107,000 a year.As a Black American female entrepreneur, these statistics are sobering and disturbing. They make me even more determined to do my part through IBN and otherwise to make sure that women everywhere have equal access to the time, capital, technology, emotional support and other resources that are necessary to own and manage a profitable business.What do you think?Why do you think it is that Black women are starting so many business yet grossing so little money? What is it that's keeping us from enjoying a fair share of the pie? $38,000 might be a good profit margin, but it's peanuts in terms of gross revenues. What's happening? How can we be launching so many businesses, yet making so little money?To enjoy inspiring Indie Business Stories all the time, subscribe to Indie Business Blog today.

How is your business doing?

Posted by DawnKA on June 23, 2008 at 12:51pm

Having your own business requires consistent review. Ideas are continuously flowing and ways to improve are being flushed through your mind. Taking it up to the next level is the main goal - not wanting to miss out on being able to provide the services that your competitors are able to deliver. In fact, you want your business to be even better - stand out - completely unique in delivering services that others really need and you can give it to them.Well, I have a list of questions that I often ask myself• How am I doing?• What can I do to improve?• Am I offering my clients an invaluable service?• What about my internal clients? Are they feeling appreciated?• Are my external clients referring me to others?• How effective is my networking?• Am I investing enough time into my business?I can continue on with the questions. However, most important in keeping your business report, be sure to take an honest look at yourself. Your well being - your physical, emotional/mental health are vital in doing business. Your purpose in doing business is not only to be your own boss, be in control but to also enjoy life on your terms. You want to live a prosperous life - well, you also need to live a healthy life. Be sure to take care of the business of your own health.• Stay hydrated (drink water, 100% fruit juices)• Make time to get pampered (spa, massage, body rub/scrub)• Exercise (enjoy a yoga class)• Meditate (quiet time to center yourself)• Make healthy eating choices (salad, fruits, vegetables, vitamins, etc.)• Visit your doctor and follow the standard health screenings• Travel (plan a vacation - go see other places)• Spend quality time with your family• Donate your time, clothes, other items or money to a worthy cause• Go out for a night on the town (concert, dinner, Broadway show, museum)• Make time for a social gathering (group of folks who share common interests, friends)• Play golf, tennis, chess, dominos, basketball, softball, base ball, etc.• Go to a book store pick up that book you've been meaning to read• Relax and begin to read your book - even just a chapter or two - then be sure to make some time to continue reading it again - even if you have to take it to the mandatory room (the place we all have to sit for a while).You are in business with the goal of enjoying life. I know it's hard to step away especially when you are constantly working on something new or something that requires your attention, or just having to put that time in to see the business grow. It will grow but you will be surprised at the growth you can achieve by taking care of yourself. It builds your confidence - you will feel like a billion bucks, and most of all your business will improve.

Business Owners!!!

Posted by Dominique on June 23, 2008 at 4:37am

Hello business owners,I have created a website to corresponde with you better! I have created a mailing list that allows me to email anyone when who signs up about any advertisement or specials my website is having.I have noticed that alot of you are very interested in the FREE advertisement my magazine offers, so when you sign up for newsletters you will be the first to know what advertisement is available, when I am accepting promo items and when one of my sites is doing something big. So check out the site, sign up for newsletters to be notified about all the advertisement I offer!Thanks, Dominiquehttp://www.creativewritings-designs.com/files/index.html

Beyond What My Eyes Can See!

Posted by Debra P. Declouet on June 23, 2008 at 3:44am

What is this thing that my Spirit knows?This place during the day that my mind does oft go.This place of abundance that fills my space,And my prayers are for God's favor and, of course, His grace.There are longings and desires that wail deep insideAnd I pray for God's answers and these issues to subside.My husband, my ministry, my purpose, my life;This dream that's truly bigger than I.Yet, I'm cautious to ask the Lord why.Why not now, Lord? Why hasn't he come?And if not why, then when?When will this ministry begin?And then silently I search my own heart,I delve deeply into my most sacred part.This search is for truth and I seek 'til I find.Lord, what is this wait for? Why all this time?Yet, I know that all this will beAbundance in life, a mate and ministry.I know you've a plan that I don't always understand,So by faith I step out, without further doubts,And go beyond what my eyes can seeKnowing in truth all these things wait for me.Copyright ©2008 Debra Poole Declouet

God's Love (1st person; God speaking)

Posted by Debra P. Declouet on June 23, 2008 at 3:42am

When I think of you I smile, just want your attention for a whileAs I share with you my heart, so that you may do your partAnd succeed in all I've called you to do.I want you to know that I'm depending on you,For you were created in my image.Yes, when you see you, you see me.Now let me share with you my character, and my hope for our family.I long for creation to love each other,Love your fathers and your mothersLoving your neighbors as yourselves,As with your sisters and your brothersAdopt the Spirit of Love, you seeOf faith, of hope and tenacityAnd then you will walk like me.With an ability to know and a capacity to showWhat it means to love another deeply.You must learn to give, for you will never beat me givingAnd help others in need in this life that you are living.Respect each others minds, be patient and kindAnd live in peace with others not quite like youFor in this, you do what's been commanded of you.You see, my thoughts are for the lostI want to tap into their heartsYou are my children, my heirs; I call you friendI am your Father and I'm here until the end.Forever teaching, leading and guiding you.Directing each step along the wayAnd with all this love that I am faithfully providingIt is my belief that you will never stray.So now, here's my planI need you to extend your hands and lovingly lead others to ChristAnd as our family is enlargedI can give others the charge, for I would that you all be freeAnd in Christ, live this life in Victory.Love was the commandment you were left withAnd my dear ones Love is truly the keyFor love for yourselves and of othersIs how you are connected to me.I loved you first and I love you bestBut now I put you to the test.To walk in this newness of life.Walk holy and righteous, free from sinIn peace and joy, for my Spirit lives with.You've a direct connection to me and when you seek me sincerely, you'll seeThat in love I have covered you, now you can cover others tooYou can live abundantly in this life,Live in humility, not in strifeFor I have loved you all the same and I call each of you by nameYou are the fruit of my lips, my offspring and true obedience, I expect you to bring.For to look like me IS to do what I doAnd to love everyone is what I'm calling you to.As you imitate me, this world is able to seeThat Love is my powerful gift,For truly to love is DIVINEAnd when given in Truth, it'll last a lifetime.So, in closing I'll just say,"Stay in the WORD and always prayFor love is closer to you than it may seem;It's in your hearts and in your minds, it's in your dreamsAnd in case you haven't known, I hope this time with me has shownThat the heritage of Christ still lives onFor Calvary is not where it ends.Quite the contrary, it's where it beginsYou've a direct command from HIM to love one another until the end.When HE comes back in all of HIS glory, that event shall mark the end of this story,For eternally with Him, You shall beFor indeed, it is YOU who completes our family tree."Oh, how wondrous is our Family AboveAnd it all began with GOD and HIS infinite LOVE.Copyright 2006, Debra Poole Declouet

Recovering From A Internet Scam!

Posted by Latrice Fowler on June 23, 2008 at 12:15am

It has been a while since I was last on BBWO and that's about to change because it's high time I get more involved with you beautiful black women in business. Anyway like the title says, yes I'm recovering from a horrible scam. Two weeks ago I was approached by a production company who I thought was the real deal. We made plans for them to help me produce a pilot for my new cooking show as a companion to my new cookbook coming out in Sept. Well needless to say after researching them a bit further a few of my fellow networking buddies uncovered that they were a scam and I should stay clear of them.Now with all that said they are trying to put a lien on me which I'm still trying to figure out how they could do that and what type of lien? I'm having to consult and lawyer which I should have before all this madness, but I somehow lost the ball in that area. If anything I'm looking at this as a very well learned lesson in business that I should have had my eyes opened to. I've heard stories of people falling victim and yet I fall flat on my face as well.The best advice I could share with you is please please do your research before signing anything. And as expensive retaining a lawyer may be it's completely necessary for your business. I'm going to start posting updates on my progress so many of you who what to know will learn from my mistakes and triumphs.Peace, Love & Sweet Treats!Latrice FowlerAuthorRaising Chefs...not just good cooks!www.raisingchefs.comwww.goingproathome.comwww.latricefowler.com

I Am..."A Reflection of YOU"!

Posted by Debra P. Declouet on June 22, 2008 at 11:55pm

Sister…Don’t hate me because I AM beautiful;For I AM truly a reflection of youThe same beauty you see when you gaze upon me,Permeates within you, too.Don’t despise me because I AM intelligent.For Infinite Wisdom is yours too, to receive.All you’ve to do is ask Our Father in faith,And in your heart you must truly believe,Your mind HAS the capacity to conceive.Don’t revile me because I have style;Flair and expression, all my own:From my clothing and my hair, to the make-up I wear and even my poetic tone.For from my appearance, to my height and the Words I recite;To the depth in which the poetry flows ~I stand willing to glorify God in it all;With every gift that He’s blessed me to receive.So Sister…Don’t condemn me for all that I Am;Neither, loathe me for all that I do.For this Life I live as an example of GodAnd His Favor that is available to you.So, walk in your gifts and your talentsThose abilities given uniquely to you.For to Glorify God and His Kingdom, we must do what He’s chosen us to.‘Cause, we are truly one Father’s children,Our resemblances should ALL be of HIM.And the glow that you see when you look upon meIs HIS goodness that lights me within.Yes, I shine as a mirror, reflecting His grace;God is Alive in me and His glory I embraceAnd Sister…That is why I Am a reflection of you,I can CLEARLY see God Alive in you, too.Poet: Debra DP DeclouetWritten for Women of Destiny “P-MTP” ™ © June 2008

Work and Web Women

Posted by LaShanda Henry on June 22, 2008 at 9:06pm

A few months ago I decided to show you all the woman behind BBWO, so I posted my photo. Today, I'd like to take it to the next level by giving you the voice of BBWO through my new sister site 'Work and Web Women (www.workandwebwomen.com).' Work and Web Women is my new podcast, but I like to think of it as a podClass series because I created it to teach other online entrepreneurs how to improve their websites, find multiple streams of income online, work from home and do other things of that nature. Being more of a typer than a talker, I initially intended to use this site primarily as an information library for women entrepreneurs, with eBooks and informational posts like those on the SistaSense blog. But after speaking with other women offline, and learning more about the wonderful world of podcasts, blog radio shows, and such... I decided it was time to get with the times and the latest technology by adding audio broadcasts to the growing listing of features on BBWO. So, Every week I will talk about hot topics of interest to myself and my fellow online entrepreneurs. In addition to the featured series of PodClasses, Work and Web Women will include interviews and discussions with other women in business, updates and new features created for the Black Business Women Network, online resources for net entrepreneurs, original business eBooks by LHenry, howto posts and more. Visit Work and Web Women.com today, and let me know what you think. Work and Web Women Created to help you learn how to better work the web. www.workandwebwomen.com

The Cell Phone Revolution has started!!! Check for yourself

Posted by Rickey on June 22, 2008 at 6:58am

Some Events "Speak" for themselves1. How many People Do You Know With A Cell Phone?2. Do You Think Half Of Those People Would Be Interested In Making Money From Other Peoples Monthly Wireless Phone Bills?Get Free Website until 17 Jul 2008.Service goes live 18 Jul 2008go to www.juniques.netHave a Great Networking day,Rickey

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