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Black Friday Special

Posted by Bernadette Pinkard on November 28, 2008 at 12:30am

With our fabulous Passion Parties Holiday Catalog, buying gifts is easy and fast. This year's holiday collection is balanced and includes something for everyone - him, her, and/or couples. There's a wide assortment of affordable products to choose from. Visit www.myromancediva.com to shop from your seat, not your feet!In honor of Black Friday, receive $10.00 off your online order of $45.00+ (use discount code thanks @ checkout) or receive $20.00 off your order of $100.00+ (use discount code thanksplus @ checkout).Offers expires November 30, 2008.
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Linking the generations and building strong families

Posted by Paulina Khumbah, Ph. D. on November 27, 2008 at 5:48am
SistasHappy Thanksgiving! Please get your notepad and write down 20 things you are thankful for today. List 10 ten people that mean the world to you. List 20 people you would invite to an intimate get together to share some very big success and seek their counsel how to move forward,,,,in some circles this is called an accountability circle.What industries to these make their living from? How can you form a support network with people on the above lists so that everyone of their needs are met? It is advsable to pull people from all age groups...make the back as diverse as you can.Share your findings and ask questions that come to mind.Have fun....and make sure you share this wit all in your circles..Shalom! Shalom! Let us muster some girl power and God's people through what we do so well.dr. pkPaulina Khumbah, Ph. D.Family SociologistThe NALA Grouphttp://nalainternational.tripod.comfamily21stc@yahoo.com
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Now Tomoka's Twists Free S/H & A Featured Artist Give-Away

Posted by Carmen of Tomoka's Twists on November 26, 2008 at 9:00pm
There's a lot going on my blog right now. A customer sent me pictures! I'm having a sale. And other lady is giving away $25 to use in her store. How cool is that?http://carmennc.blogspot.com for the give-away details. http://tomokastwists.etsy.com for the sale.Visit both sites!I'm so excited. I have twists as low as $8 and up to $14.http://carmennc.blogspot.com
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A Day Especially Set Aside

Posted by SuitsAbounding.com on November 26, 2008 at 5:22pm
Everyday that God allows us to see another day is a blessing, but Thanksgiving is a day especially set aside to give thanks for our blessings. You, my customers have truly been a blessing to me. Not for the purchases you have made, but through our conversations about your families, your love of clothes and love for Christ. I have met so many wonderful people and you all have made serving you a pleasure. Thank you for allowing me into your lives if only for a moment.Thanks Again and have HAPPY THANKSGIVING!Day After Thanksgiving Sale-20% OFF.This is our largest sale of the season. Don't Miss It!Danielle Robinson - Owner/OperatorSuits Abounding.cominfo@suitsabounding.com866-920-3888
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STAY STRONG FOCUS, AND MOVE ON

Posted by Tamar on November 26, 2008 at 4:37pm
There is a popular term used that says, “Let Go and Let Flow”. During my journey to prosperity, I learned many tough lessons, including the one that co-workers, bosses, friends and especially family will discourage you in different ways. I remember when I was younger and working for the state department. For a year I had a fantastic supervisor, who always encouraged and told me to focus more on my studies, and to not get comfortable working in my department. He was promoted and replaced. I continued to keep to myself, do my work, study on my breaks, etc. After six months passed, I was told by my new supervisor that she and my co-workers felt that I was not taking my job seriously, and if I did not change my attitude I would be fired. I prayed about it, and remembered what my old supervisor told me. I stayed for another month, until ironically, my old supervisor offered me another job in his new department. My point is, although I wanted to tell the supervisor what she could do with the job, I did not. That job was helping me to pay some of my mortgages. A couple of years ago, when we were sleeping on a mattress on the floor, a relative would always ask me each time we spoke, if we finally had a bed to sleep on . Now that our bed can pay for a new car, I have no regrets about sleeping on floor. Although I always explained to this person that we wanted our money to work for us, it did not register. I have shared these stories because it is not easy to change your mind set on things. Just because you change your way of thinking, it does not mean others will change theirs. When you are going against mainstream’s society’s and beliefs, you and thinking out side the box, and this upsets and scares a lot of people What we have to remember is that wealthy people and families(with old money) like the Rockefeller’s, Morgan’s, etc, are thinking outside the box. This subject is not illegal or new. The term old money means just that; they have had their money for generations. Their money is being recycled in antiques, gold, silver, etc.We tend to get caught up in other people’s hang ups, instead of staying positive about things, and continuing to do what we need to do to get to the next level. That is a part of life, but as long as we remember that our Creator loves, guides and protects us, that should be our faith. Faith is important.The weekly challenge for the week is to do something nice for the that person who is giving you a hard time. Give him or her a magazine or book on Antiques or silver. Share this blog. Invite him or her to the Metropolitan museum or a local museum that exhibits fine art and antiques. Or just say thank-you. When I was a senior in high school, I worked at a fast food restaurant. I thanked the manager for telling me that I just was not cut out for fast food and then firing me. My point is to reverse the negative remarks and replace them with positive remarks. You can change the discouragement into encouragement. What I have learned over the years, is some people that were discouraging me were afraid, and wanted to do what I was doing. When they finally stepped out on faith he or she was very happy.
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Over 100 Testimnoies for Sweet Nature by Eddie

Posted by Eddie on November 26, 2008 at 3:01pm

Check out what my customers are saying about Sweet Nature by Eddie. 20% off sale through Christmas AND a stock up sale...The MOST comprehensive to growing and maintaining healthy Black hair. My products are made from the finest butters, oils and herbs for a soft, manageable, nourished hair!copy/paste link http://public.fotki.com/AngelNapps/guide-to-growing-yo/book/viewcomments.htmlwww.fabulousblackwoman.com to order!

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"LYFESTYLES" RADIO PREMIERES TONIGHT @ 8:00 PM CALL IN GIVE A SHOUT OUT!!

Posted by kimirhochelle on November 26, 2008 at 9:01am
Call in, email in, listen in...it does not matter JUST BE IN THE HOUSE ....


HELLO!

I invite you to call in and give a "shout out" about your business!

I invite you to call in and tell us about your "lyfestyle"

I invite you to call in and tell us WHAT YOU ARE THANK-FUL FOR!!!

Call in is @ 8:00 pm california time at (646) 929-0930

You can also just listen while you surf the net... by clicking here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/urbanlyfestyles

I will be sending the radio taping all through our network..YOU NEVER KNOW WHO IS LISTENING????
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I love Saving my mulah!

Posted by CHARICE M. on November 26, 2008 at 1:00am
I had a fantabulous day today. Well first off I received some encouraging words from the counselor I met up with at SCORE. Next I decided to see if I could get my unsightly hair turned into a beautiful work of art to boost my dismal self esteem since I have been looking a wreck these past few weeks. Anyway I decided to call Empire beauty school and see if they could squeeze me in..well of course today and tomorrow are almost impossible days because of the holidays. I lucked out because the receptionist told me to come on in a.s.a.p. So I hightailed my butt to Empire up in Exton PA and waited not even 10 minutes and a young girl took me to the back to start to work her magic. Okay some points I have to share cause this wonderful student really did her thing...she #1 had to untangle my hair (okay okay so I brush my hair always instead of comb it..well they say combing your hair is like giving yourself a haircut). Okay back to my story..true yes it is...#2 She took her time and asked how I was doing and so did her boss (great customer service!)..#3 She did a fabulous job! See for yourself

and #4 THE ENTIRE THING COST ONLY $28.00!!!!!!!!! Yes I said it cost $28.00. Oh yeah and plus a $5.00 tip to her for doing her magic so in total $33.00. Why am I sharing this..well because you can save money people! I mean look, I usually go to JCPenny and shell out like $80-$85 for my hair with my usual stylist. But since I'm launching my start-up and working part time I have to cut the expenses if you know where I'm coming from. So why not get similar results and save $57.00 You wonder how you can get up that extra $100+ or more to start that savings account for the kids...this is how. Empire also offers discounted services like pedicures, waxing, manicures, acrylic nail tips, eyebrows, color treatments, etc! It's called cutting back. Also my mom and I were just talking about how she used to shop always at various consignment shops to grab my baby clothes, etc. She managed to save a lot of money which helped me (since she also helped shell some funds towards my first home purchase). Well here's to saving more and Empire Beauty School and all the other beauty schools out there saving us ladies a ton of cash offering discounted cosmetology services! Hey to look up a Empire in your neck of the woods go to www.empire.edu
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LaShanda Henry - 10 Reasons You Aren't Rich

Posted by Jim Neusom on November 25, 2008 at 6:51pm
Greetings Family,(Contact Information At The Bottom Of The Page)It's your friendly neighborhood "Digital Drummer" again...smileThe post below came from a good friend of mine and a great Digital Drummer....LaShanda HenryLaShanda works tirelessly at empowering women on the Internet. She has a number of sites that promote entrepreneurship and people of color but her main website is Multiple Shades of You Online (see www.msoyonline.com). LaShanda is a specialist at Urban Marketing, Web Development, and Graphics Design (love her banners....smile)I'm friends with LaShanda on a number of social networking sites (MySpace, BlackPlanet, Linkedin) but this particular post came off her Ning site...Black Business Women Online (see www.sistapreneurs.ning.com) Black Business Women Online or BBWO is a network of almost 2,500 women. From Side Hustle Sistas to established Business Owners, the BBWO network is overflowing with women entrepreneurs who are not just promoting their own businesses, but supporting other women so more Black Women can turn their dreams into business ventures.I love the diversity of the group at BBWO, and the fact that women have a space to talk about their issues as Black Women, Moms, and Business Owners. As I've written in the past...Women are doing great things on the Net!!! (see Why Women in my Blog).Remember, We Must Share The Knowledge (Network)... To Share The Dollars!!!Peace and Gods Blessings,Jim Neusom***************(Advertisement)*********************Need some great ideas for corporate or personal gift-giving?Then go to City Lights Software(http://www.citylightssoftware.com)and see some of the most unique afrocentric gifts available online!We Deliver ONLINE - Direct To Your Desktop for just $14.95Please take the time to purchase one our afrocentric screen savers TODAY!Don't Just Talk the Talk...Let Your Dollars Walk the WalkIf you have any problems with purchasing online contact me direct at sales@citylightssoftware.comorcall (213) 944-4176***************************************************10 Reasons You Aren't RichThursday March 22, 11:30 am ETBy Jeffrey Strain, Special to TheStreet.comThe reason why you aren't a millionaire (or on your way to becoming one) is really quite simple. You probably assume it's because you aren't earning enough money, but the truth is that for most people, whether or not you become a millionaire has very little to do with the amount of money you make. It's the way that you treat money in your daily life.Here are 10 possible reasons you aren't a millionaire:1. You Care What Your Neighbors Think: If you're competing against them and their material possessions, you're wasting your hard-earned money on toys to impress them instead of building your wealth.2. You Aren't Patient: Until the era of credit cards, it was difficult to spend more than you had. That is not the case today. If you have credit card debt because you couldn't wait until you had enough money to purchase something in cash, you are making others wealthy while keeping yourself in debt.3. You Have Bad Habits: Whether it's smoking, drinking, gambling or some other bad habit, the habit is using up a lot of money that could go toward building wealth. Most people don't realize that the cost of their bad habits extends far beyond the immediate cost. Take smoking, for example: It costs a lot more than the pack of cigarettes purchased. It also negatively affects your wealth in the form of higher insurance rates and decreased value of your home.4. You Have No Goals: It's difficult to build wealth if you haven't taken the time to know what you want. If you haven't set wealth goals, you aren't likely to attain them. You need to do more than state, "I want to be a millionaire." You need to take the time to set saving and investing goals on a yearly basis and come up with a plan for how to achieve those goals.5. You Haven't Prepared: Bad things happen to the best of people from time to time, and if you haven't prepared for such a thing to happen to you through insurance, any wealth that you might have built can be gone in an instant.6. You Try to Make a Quick Buck: For the vast majority of us, wealth doesn't come instantly. You may believe that people winning the lottery are a dime a dozen, but the truth is you're far more likely to get struck by lightning than win the lottery. This desire to get rich quickly likely extends into the way you invest, with similar results.7. You Rely on Others to Take Care of Your Money: You believe that others have more knowledge about money matters, and you rely exclusively on their judgment when deciding where you should invest your money. Unfortunately, most people want to make money themselves, and this is their primary objective when they tell you how to invest your money. Listen to other people's advice to get new ideas, but in the end you should know enough to make your own investing decisions.8. You Invest in Things You Don't Understand: Your hear that Bob has made a lot of money doing it, and you want to get in on the gravy train. If Bob really did make money, he did so because he understood how the investment worked. Throwing in your money because someone else has made money without fully understanding how the investment works will keep you from being wealthy.9. You're Financially Afraid: You are so scared of risk that you keep all your money in a savings account that is actually losing money when inflation is put into the equation, yet you refuse to move it to a place where higher rates of return are possible because you're afraid that you will lose money.10. You Ignore Your Finances: You take the attitude that if you make enough, the finances will take care of themselves. If you currently have debt, it will somehow resolve itself in the future. Unfortunately, it takes planning to become wealthy. It doesn't magically happen to the vast majority of people.In reality, it is probably not just one of the above bad habits that has kept you from becoming a millionaire, but a combination of a few of them. Take a hard look at the list, and do some reflecting. If you want to be a millionaire, it's well within your power, but you'll have to face the issues that are currently keeping you from creating that wealth before you will have a chance to call yourself one.--------------------------------Looking for more Small Business Information? Visit Business Women of Colorhttp://businesswomenofcolor.com***************************************************This Online Journal was brought to you by InterServe Networks. Feel Free To Forward To Your Network Of Online FriendsWe Practice Responsible E-Commerce Marketing and Privacy Policies. We do not indulge in or encourage Spamming. We never send unsolicited emails. You are receiving this message as part of our opt-in subscriber mailing list or you are a member of an affiliated newsgroup.For comments or suggestions please contact us at the following;Jim Neusom (jneusom@yahoo.com)Executive Director/PublisherInterServe Networks/City Lights Software, Inc.www.citylightssoftware.comwww.freshfaces2u.comwww.myspace.com/jimneusomwww.myspace.com/freshfaces2uTo subscribe to our opt-in mailing list simply send an email to; The_City_Lights_Reporter-subscribe@yahoogroups.com( on Myspace go to http://blog.myspace.com/jimneusom)
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List Your Products for Free – Black Holiday Gifts Guide

Posted by Zhana on November 25, 2008 at 2:30pm
I am publishing my Black holiday gifts guide very soon. Please get in touch if you would like to be included. I will need a description of 25 words maximum.You can list up to three products for free. If you want to include a photograph, the cost is $15. I am offering a two-for-one deal on photos.You need to hurry as the deadline is Friday 28th November.This guide will be advertised everywhere, so you need to be in it.Here’s to your success!Zhana
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A Buck For Books For Kenya

Posted by Diane on November 25, 2008 at 6:03am

Books For Africa Donation DriveThis drive kicks off our goal to raise $10,000 in the next year for the White Cots School Centre in Kenya and to supply them with all types of books - fiction and non-fiction, especially text books. Each book costs 40 cents to send to Africa. It costs us 40 cents per book to ship them to the Minnesota BFA warehouse. That's why we ask for a minimum donation of $1.00.Help us spread literacy, knowledge and to end poverty throughout the world.If you are in the Washington, D.C. area, please drop off a "Book and a Buck" at the Black Author Showcase Holiday Book Fair on December 13th, 2008, 10 am to 5 pm at the Show Place Arena, Upper Marlboro, MD.http://www.basbookfair.comThank you from all of the literary lovers at the Black Author Showcase.Can't attend the book drive? Help our efforts by donating as little as $1.00.CLICK HERE TO DONATE TODAY!
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