Hi AllI'm trying so hard to stay afloat. With my day job, my mom job, building my business, & trying to do the 19 courses for BBWO I'm just swamp. I'm not anti-social I just can’t find enough time in the day for all my tasks at hand. Once my site is finish I should have a little more time for network which I really trying to do.The great news is I've been asked to sponsor an adult scavenger hunt! How fun is that going to be?! I'll have to iron out some details but I'm sure it will work out in the end. I figure this is a great way to start to get my business out there. There will be fun games, prizes, & of course looking for all the adult items you can find. It'll be in July but I'm looking forward to all the festivities!Anyhoo, I'm beat & still have to take out the trash & fix my lunch for tomorrow so I'll talk to you soon!Layta!
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Still having trouble fitting into those jeans? Love the skinny jean style?But you can’t find the pair that fit ‘you’ just right. It is has finally come to my attention that the Pzi Jean which sky rocketed into the fashion scene in 2002 has finally hit the shelves in the DC area. The jean company rocked the nations women by creating a jean that actually fits the average women; for those who did not know According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the average U.S. woman is 5' 3.7 tall and weighs 152 pounds. So let’s get that out of the way...Read More:http://www.examiner.com/x-9860-DC-Neighborhood-Style-Examiner~y2009m5d18-Denim-style-Pzi-Jeans
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The STBA Association will be handing out gowns for the 2009 Senior Class of Friendly High School located in Ft Washington, MD.On Saturday, May 16, 2009 at 9AM - 1030AM the team leaders will come together in helping the young ladies select a gown, accessories, and other items that will complete their attire. This is the "No More Stress...this is your Dress" Grad/Prom Program initiated by Ms. Tarrie Whitting, Coordinator of STBA,Sister's Together Brunch Association.Read More: http://www.examiner.com/x-9860-DC-Neighborhood-Style-Examiner~y2009m5d15-Sisters-donating-prom-style
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Define what you want and need!Define what kind of home you want and what it is that you need in your first home. This will aid Vision Investment Corporation in helping you find your first home!Visit Vision Investment Corp. for more information!Annetta Powell
If you are looking for a way to drop up to 3 dress sizes in 10 minutes without the hassle of diets,pills or surgeries then this is for you.The Body Magic is a reshaping garment by Ardyss International. Ardyss offers you this extraordinary garment specially designed for every woman wishing to look and feel better.For those times when…• You have a date and would like to wear that dress that does not fit you anymore,• You don’t feel well about your body and weight,• You don’t have enough time to work out,• Or you just want to look more beautiful everyday for that special person.Ardyss has created Body Magic to help you to have that perfect body you wish!You won’t believe it yourself!Read more…
Web Link: http://www.prlog.org/10238829-bap-living-radio-honors-black-women-in-social-media-during-first-year-anniversary-celebration.htmlPRLog (Press Release) – May 18, 2009 – Washington, DC - Author/Artist/ Blogger Ananda Leeke will host BAP Living Radio’s first year anniversary series on the role Black women play in social media on June 3, 7, and 10 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. See the radio show descriptions below. Visit http://www.talkshoe.com/tc/18598 to listen to the radio shows.1. June 3rd @ 7:00 p.m. – “Why do Black women blog?" is the theme. The guest panelists are:-Patrice Elizabeth Grell Yursik, journalist and founder of Afrobella.com and Afrobella social networking sitehttp://www.afrobella.com and http://afrobella.ning.com-Sondra Lewis, makeup artist, fashion editor, and founder of Chic Chocolate For Fashionistas, Stylistas, Urbanistas In DC & Beyondhttp://chicchocolatedc.blogspot.com-Shwana Ruth-Bridges, attorney and founder of Character Corner: The Blog Where Hip Hop Meets Scripturehttp://charactercorner.blogspot.com-Lori L. Tharps, writer, speaker, founder of My American Melting Pot blog, and author of Kinky Gazpacho: Life, Love & Spainhttp://www.loritharps.com and http://www.myamericanmeltingpot.blogspot.com2. June 7th @ 7:00 p.m. – The theme is “Black women who use social media to build communities.” The guest panelists include:-Moya Bailey, founder of Quirky Black Girl social networking sitehttp://quirkyblackgirls.ning.com-Khadijah "Moon" Ali-Coleman, co-founder of Liberated Muse social networking sitehttp://www.liberatedmuse.com-Charreah Jackson, Associate Producer of Essence.comhttp://www.essence.com and http://essenceonline.ning.com3. June 10th @ 7:00 p.m. – The theme is “Black women who are social media activists, entrepreneurs, and strategists." The guest panelists are:-Abiola Abrams, entertainment journalist, filmmaker, host of Planet Abiola, and author of Darehttp://www.abiolaabrams.com-Terri Holley, founder of Creative Blog Solutions, social media strategist, and certified professional life/business coachhttp://www.creativeblogsolutions.com-Shireen Mitchell, founder and executive director of Digital Sisters/Sistas, Inc.http://www.shireenmitchell.com-Deanna "DeDe" Sutton, founder of Sutton Media Sutton Media and Clutch Magazinehttp://www.clutchmagonline.com-Loryn Wilson, founder of Black Girl Blogging, guest blogger for Change.org’s Women’s Rights, and public relations professionalhttp://elledub08.wordpress.com and http://womensrights.change.orgBAP Living Radio affirms 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 about self-love, self-care, spirituality, health, finances, politics, technology, beauty, fashion, art, music, culture, community service, creativity, fitness, travel, and more.BAP Living Radio supports the following BAP Living social media projects:-BAP Living social networking site - http://baplivingforbapsandebw.ning.com-BAP Living Facebook Group - http://www.new.facebook.com/profile.php?id=712231678-BAP Living Myspace Group - http://groups.myspace.com/baplivingLeeke created BAP Living social media projects in response to positive feedback from readers of her debut novel, Love's Troubadours - Karma: Book One (http://www.lovestroubadours.com). 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. It was published by iUniverse, Inc. in August 2007 and is available on Amazon.com.
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YES, Darla's Closet Boutique and her Simply Smashing Spring Fashion Show was the first to showcase/feature my NEW Spring/Collection of Bikinis! The "Gia" Bikinis are sold as a set OR separates; and top size ranges are: 32-34; 34-36; 36-38; bottom sizes ranges are: S/M/L. Most popular sales are the tops!Delivery time for these beauties are 10-14 business days (not including holidays). Exclusively sold at Darla's Closet Boutique or www.darlascloset.com (661.949.1049) at an "exclusive" price too! But please feel free to log onto my website: www.tsawraps.com; phone: 800.731.3105; or email: Tracey@tsawraps.com if you have questions, would like to sell any of our items, or would like to order an item not shown on the slide below/or the website!Check out the slide show below of the runway presentation of the NEW "Gia" Bikinis and a few other popular items by Tracey Ambrose W.R.A.P.
Women in their 20's are more likely to contract a sexually transmitted infection (STI) during this decade, so make using condoms a top priority. Fifty percent of sexually active women ages 20 to 24 have HPV, and HIV is the leading cause of death for Black women ages 25 to 34. Keep your most intimate moments safe, try BP's Intimacy Kit.With the decrease in estrogen in your 40's that comes during perimenopause, a woman may experience decreased sex drive along with irregular periods, hot flashes, irritability and problems sleeping.Eat soy-based foods, which may help alleviate symptons of perimenopause and menopause, and talk to your doctor about treatments that may restore balance. Regular sexual activity now means women will be less likely to have vaginal dryness in their 50's. BP has a good selection for singles and couples remain "active". Not seeing anyone? Invest in a vibrator or shower massager.Above excerpts from the editors of ESSENCE - The Black Woman's Guide to Healthy Living. For more products and resources, SHOP ONLINERead more…
Take this however you please. I am here to network, however, MY Page, is not YOUR personal advertising space. If you leave something on my page without at least having prior conversation with me, your comment will be deleted. Just how I do things...thank you...as I'm sure majority who will still do it, won't and don't read blogs...T.
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In Memory of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune July 10, 1875 - May 18, 1955 - "What's in YOUR DASH" My Last Will and Testament Written by Dr. Mary McLeod BethuneSometimes as I sit communing in my study I feel that death is not far off. I am aware that it will overtake me before the greatest of my dreams – full equality for the Negro in our time – is realized. Yet, I face that reality without fear or regrets. I am resigned to death as all humans must be at the proper time. Death neither alarms nor frightens one who has had a long career of fruitful toil. The knowledge that my work has been helpful to many fills me with joy and great satisfaction.Since my retirement from an active role in educational work and from the affairs of the National Council of Negro Women, I have been living quietly and working at my desk at my home here in Florida . The years have directed a change of pace for me. I am now 78 years old and my activities are no longer so strenuous as they once were. I feel that I must conserve my strength to finish the work at hand.Already I have begun working on my autobiography which will record my life-journey in detail, together with the innumerable side trips which have carried me abroad, into every corner of our country, into homes both lowly and luxurious, and even into the White House to confer with Presidents. I have also deeded my home and its contents to the Mary McLeod Bethune Foundation, organized in March, 1953, for research, interracial activity and the sponsorship of wider educational opportunities.Sometimes I ask myself if I have any other legacy to leave. Truly, my worldly possessions are few. Yet, my experiences have been rich. From them, I have distilled principles and policies in which I believe firmly, for they represent the meaning of my life's work. They are the products of much sweat and sorrow. Perhaps in them there is something of value. So, as my life draws to a close, I will pass them on to Negroes everywhere in the hope that an old woman's philosophy may give them inspiration. Here, then is my legacy.I LEAVE YOU LOVE. Love builds. It is positive and helpful. It is more beneficial than hate. Injuries quickly forgotten quickly pass away. Personally and racially, our enemies must be forgiven. Our aim must be to create a world of fellowship and justice where no man's skin, color or religion, is held against him. "Love thy neighbor" is a precept which could transform the world if it were universally practiced. It connotes brotherhood and, to me, brotherhood of man is the noblest concept in all human relations. Loving your neighbor means being interracial, inter-religious and international.I LEAVE YOU HOPE. The Negro's growth will be great in the years to come. Yesterday, our ancestors endured the degradation of slavery, yet they retained their dignity. Today, we direct our economic and political strength toward winning a more abundant and secure life. Tomorrow, a new Negro, unhindered by race taboos and shackles, will benefit from more than 330 years of ceaseless striving and struggle. Theirs will be a better world. This I believe with all my heart.I LEAVE YOU THE CHALLENGE OF DEVELOPING CONFIDENCE IN ONE ANOTHER. As long as Negroes are hemmed into racial blocs by prejudice and pressure, it will be necessary for them to band together for economic betterment. Negro banks, insurance companies and other businesses are examples of successful, racial economic enterprises. These institutions were made possible by vision and mutual aid. Confidence was vital in getting them started and keeping them going. Negroes have got to demonstrate still more confidence in each other in business. This kind of confidence will aid the economic rise of the race by bringing together the pennies and dollars of our people and ploughing them into useful channels. Economic separatism cannot be tolerated in this enlightened age, and it is not practicable. We must spread out as far and as fast as we can, but we must also help each other as we go.I LEAVE YOU A THIRST FOR EDUCATION. Knowledge is the prime need of the hour. More and more, Negroes are taking full advantage of hard-won opportunities for learning, and the educational level of the Negro population is at its highest point in history. We are making greater use of the privileges inherent in living in a democracy. If we continue in this trend, we will be able to rear increasing numbers of strong, purposeful men and women, equipped with vision, mental clarity, health and education.I LEAVE YOU RESPECT FOR THE USES OF POWER. We live in a world which respects power above all things. Power, intelligently directed, can lead to more freedom. Unwisely directed, it can be a dreadful, destructive force. During my lifetime I have seen the power of the Negro grow enormously. It has always been my first concern that this power should be placed on the side of human justice.Now that the barriers are crumbling everywhere, the Negro in America must be ever vigilant lest his forces be marshalled behind wrong causes and undemocratic movements. He must not lend his support to any group that seeks to subvert democracy. That is why we must select leaders who are wise, courageous, and of great moral stature and ability. We have great leaders among us today: Ralph Bunche, Channing Tobias, Mordecai Johnson, Walter White, and Mary Church Terrell. [The latter now deceased]. We have had other great men and women in the past: Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, Harriet Tubman, and Sojourner Truth. We must produce more qualified people like them, who will work not for themselves, but for others.I LEAVE YOU FAITH. Faith is the first factor in a life devoted to service. Without faith, nothing is possible. With it, nothing is impossible. Faith in God is the greatest power, but great, too, is faith in oneself. In 50 years the faith of the American Negro in himself has grown immensely and is still increasing. The measure of our progress as a race is in precise relation to the depth of the faith in our people held by our leaders. Frederick Douglass, genius though he was, was spurred by a deep conviction that his people would heed his counsel and follow him to freedom. Our greatest Negro figures have been imbued with faith. Our forefathers struggled for liberty in conditions far more onerous than those we now face, but they never lost the faith. Their perseverance paid rich dividends. We must never forget their sufferings and their sacrifices, for they were the foundations of the progress of our people.I LEAVE YOU RACIAL DIGNITY. I want Negroes to maintain their human dignity at all costs. We, as Negroes, must recognize that we are the custodians as well as the heirs of a great civilization. We have given something to the world as a race and for this we are proud and fully conscious of our place in the total picture of mankind's development. We must learn also to share and mix with all men. We must make and effort to be less race conscious and more conscious of individual and human values. I have never been sensitive about my complexion. My color has never destroyed my self-respect nor has it ever caused me to conduct myself in such a manner as to merit the disrespect of any person. I have not let my color handicap me. Despite many crushing burdens and handicaps, I have risen from the cotton fields of South Carolina to found a college, administer it during its years of growth, become a public servant in the government of our country and a leader of women. I would not exchange my color for all the wealth in the world, for had I been born white I might not have been able to do all that I have done or yet hope to do.I LEAVE YOU A DESIRE TO LIVE HARMONIOUSLY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEN. The problem of color is worldwide. It is found in Africa and Asia, Europe and South America . I appeal to American Negroes -- North, South, East and West -- to recognize their common problems and unite to solve them.I pray that we will learn to live harmoniously with the white race. So often, our difficulties have made us hypersensitive and truculent. I want to see my people conduct themselves naturally in all relationships -- fully conscious of their manly responsibilities and deeply aware of their heritage. I want them to learn to understand whites and influence them for good, for it is advisable and sensible for us to do so. We are a minority of 15 million living side by side with a white majority. We must learn to deal with these people positively and on an individual basis.I LEAVE YOU FINALLY A RESPONSIBILITY TO OUR YOUNG PEOPLE. The world around us really belongs to youth for youth will take over its future management. Our children must never lose their zeal for building a better world. They must not be discouraged from aspiring toward greatness, for they are to be the leaders of tomorrow. Nor must they forget that the masses of our people are still underprivileged, ill-housed, impoverished and victimized by discrimination. We have a powerful potential in our youth, and we must have the courage to change old ideas and practices so that we may direct their power toward good ends.Faith, courage, brotherhood, dignity, ambition, responsibility -- these are needed today as never before. We must cultivate them and use them as tools for our task of completing the establishment of equality for the Negro. We must sharpen these tools in the struggle that faces us and find new ways of using them. The Freedom Gates are half-ajar. We must pry them fully open.If I have a legacy to leave my people, it is my philosophy of living and serving. As I face tomorrow, I am content, for I think I have spent my life well. I pray now that my philosophy may be helpful to those who share my vision of a world of Peace, Progress, Brotherhood, and Love.*Originally published in Ebony (August 1955).For additional information on the Mary McLeod Bethune Educational Legacy Foundation, Inc. contact Evelyn Bethunewww.marymcleodbethune1875.com - docbethune@marymcleodbethune1875.com
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White and blue-collar jobs alike have felt the sting of outsourcing in recent years, as companies send jobs overseas to countries where the labor can be performed more cheaply.There are plenty of excellent professions that are not going anywhere, and in fact are expected to grow considerably over the next seven years, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Below are some of the best, in terms of salary and job growth, along with information about how to train for these careers.Education Administrator, Elementary or Secondary School - While online education is an increasingly popular option for college-level students, younger students still need live teachers, and live teachers require supervision by education administrators.Career Training: A master's degree in education administration or educational leadership, plus related experience in a field such as teaching or school administration, is the most common route to becoming an education administrator.Average Annual Salary: $82,120.Job Outlook: 12 percent growth is expected between now and 2016. Some of the most secure jobs will be for public school administrators, since public schools are funded by public tax dollars.
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The High Payoff TaskBy: Lyndsey ShafferTime management skills are vital for the small business owner. The need to manage your time is not a new concept. However, many neglect to prioritize their tasks. Every single day you must have a list of things you will accomplish. From that list you need to identify "the high payoff task".The high payoff task is the project that is in direct alignment with your goals and dreams. Many people consider the high payoff task to be that which will bring them money. Do not fall into this trap. The high payoff task will deliver something of true value to you, something more important than instant monetary gratification. When you complete that task it will have either moved you to the next level, or opened the doorway to the staircase that will take you there. It places you in a position to grow.Unfortunately, it is often hard to distinguish what the high payoff task for the day will be. We often have a list of things that we want to do, don't want to do or should have done all rolled into one. The key is to decipher from that list which project will bring you both joy and growth. The beauty of it is this, there is not a list of steps you have to follow to determine the high payoff task. Nor is there a key ingredient to creating one. It is simply a matter of getting in touch with your feelings and emotions. When you're engaging in your high payoff task you will know it because you will feel on fire. Every step and every decision will flow with ease.Sometimes we can identify the high payoff task before we even begin. If you read an item on your list and you become excited and feel good at the prospect of completing that task then you have identified your high pay off task. Other times we don't identify the high payoff task until we're knee deep in it. You may say things to yourself like "wow this is easier than I thought it would be" or "I feel like I'm actually making progress" and you will take pleasure in completing this task.Yet, what happens most often is that you find the high payoff task outside of the list. It may be as simple as an unexpected phone call, email or a chance meeting. It appears in the little things that make you say, "that just made my day"! This experience energizes and refuels you and this is what the high payoff task does. When something keeps you motivated and actively moving towards your goal or ignites you inner desires and your passion for life, you've found your high payoff task.Keep your eyes open because it may be in disguise, but it will always bring you happiness.Lyndsey Shaffer is the co- founder of the Onyx Six - Women of Color Business Network www.onyxsix.com. Onyx Six is a business development network committed to creating a supportive and influential community of minority women entrepreneurs and professionals. Contact Lyndsey Shaffer by email at lshaffer@onyxsix.com.
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Inspecting your potential property!If you discover during the inspection that the property needs major repairs that will cut into your chances of making a profit after renovations, then you should cross the property off your list and move on to the next. Remember you want to make a profit of at least $10,000 on each property.Visit CashInOnForeclosures for more information!Annetta Powell
Thank you all for welcomes! I appreciate your well wishes from all of you & I wish you the same in your endeavours.Being my carpal tunnels has improved I'm back to building my website so I can get my business up & running. I have a friend that will be helping me with my site while I'm on vacation so the work continues to get done. I will be cruise in wonderful island of Ochos Rio & Grand Cayman. I cant wait!!! Its a needed vacation.I'm off to get caught up on all my BBWO starter information so until next time. Layta!!!!
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Perfect for home or business, SmartSpace™ is the fast, easy way to turn your domain into a Web site featuring all your favorite content, including photos, videos and blog posts. PLUS, with SocialSpace you can even display the latest content from your Digg™ account, Facebook® profile, Flickr® album and YouTube® channel.Learn more at www.noveaudomains.com - BUILD A WEBSITE.
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Hello. Welcome to “The Diva’s Closet”. Come on in and hang around for a while. See what’s in my closet.I love being “A Tru Diva”, inside and out. I live life on my own terms and try to always be true to my inner voice. I still have work to do, but I am always in the game. I turn 50 in just 36 days-let the PARTY begin. I am looking forward to this 2nd half of my life. In fact, I’m starting now. Why wait?I LOVE SHOPPING. I am a Fashion Diva. I have a style all of my own. My style can be described as Classic, Chic, Stylish and Unique. What I don’t want: trying to look like I am 21 or even 31. I like Classic clothes accented by bold and unique accessories. I am a Shoe Fanatic, Handbag Hound and Jewelry Junkie.I won’t mortgage my future to look good. I love being a financially fit Diva. I live with a spending plan. I make a list of priorities (shopping and traveling) in my life and I set aside money every month for those priorities. I always pay myself first (savings) and then pay my other obligations. I shop consignment stores, outlets and one of my personal favorites, Ebay. I don’t exceed my spending plan unless I am willing to sacrifice in another non-essential category! I have learned some great shopping secrets that I’ll be sharing (shhh –don’t tell anyone), so you don’t have to spend a fortune to look like a fortune.I am also a traveling Diva. The world beckons me and I heed the call of its siren. I want to experience all that life has to offer and a Diva has got to look fly when trotting off to the four corners of the world.I hope you will join me on this adventure and if you have any questions or comments, please let me know.So step on into the Diva’s Closet and let our journey begin.“A TRU DIVA”Posted by The Diva's Closet at 9:15 AM 0 comments Links to this postSubscribe to: Posts (Atom)My favorite plac
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