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Goddess Magazine is a unique place where women regardless of size can feel sexy, sassy, and confident. Readers will fell empowered and share their passion for fashion and love of themselves. Our readers will be intrigued with our clever, eye catching articles and our fresh perspective on curvy fashion trends, life and love, art and entertainment, health and beauty, consumer product reviews and recommendations, food, book reviews and much much more. Goddess magazine is the exclusive fashion, love and life guide to all goddesses.
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Goddess Magazine
Spice up your
V-day!!!
Introduction to your
Spirit guides - Learn
something about
yourself
Volume I
Wii work-out
craze—Have fun
while you work
out
Surveys and Goddess
Contest in the issue!!!
Imagine yourself here more beautiful with natural flawless foundation and well
blended eye shadow and strip lash application…
Great headshots for men and women from
natural to glamourous…
Makeup Services
By
Michelle D. Carter
Let me bring 15 years of professional courteous service to your next special occasion, photo-shoot, video, wedding, or just a night on the town. I am a certified airbrush in beauty makeup. I give the client a choice of airbrush or the standard foundation choices. Group rates are available.
Weddings: I offer a complimentary bridal trial (bride only) at the time of the trial 50% booking fee is due to reserve the date, and the other 50% is due the day of services. On the day of the wedding I will come out to your location to perform services for you and your bridal party. If the bride only wants her makeup done there is a flat fee.
Photo-shoot and video: We can arrange half day and full day of services.
Lessons: by appointment.
For any and all questions please feel free to contact me at:
Phone: 678-629-7
Email: [email protected]
“I feel that a woman should like herself but more beautiful…”
Makeup Services
By
Michelle D. Carter
(Makeupfingers)
Let me bring 15 years of professional courteous service to your next special occasion, photo-shoot, video, wedding, or just a night on the town. I am a certified airbrush in beauty makeup. I give the client a choice of airbrush or the standard foundation choices. Group rates are available.
Weddings: I offer a complimentary bridal trial (bride only) at the time of the trial 50% booking fee is due to reserve the date, and the other 50% is due the day of services. On the day of the wedding I will come out to your location to perform services for you and your bridal party. If the bride only wants her makeup done there is a flat fee.
Photo-shoot and video: We can arrange half day and full day of services.
Lessons: by appointment.
For any and all questions please feel free to contact me at:
Phone: 678-629-7438
Email: [email protected]
“I feel that a woman should like herself but more beautiful…”
Welcome Goddesses to the first issue of Goddess Magazine a bi-monthly online
publication for us curvy, sexy, sassy and confident Goddesses. I am so excited about this launch! It’s been a long time coming and after many months of planning we finally did it. Goddess Magazine is here! Thank you all for all of your support and standing behind my dream. As a small child growing up in New Jersey I would enjoy thumbing through my favorite magazines such as Essence, Ebony and Jet. I would read each magazine from cover to cover making sure I didn’t miss on interesting fact or article. Sometimes I would even taking notes and even sketch small pictures on the whites of the pages. I spend endless amounts of time focusing intently on the cover models inspecting what they were wearing, how they posed, and the creativity behind their make-up and hair designs. My eyes would than drift to the cover stories and before I knew it my fingers would anxiously be turning the pages to the article that seemed to be the most intriguing to my young eyes. These stories educated me, engaged me, took me to foreign lands, and informed me about the news fashion trends or the ever changing celebrity gossip. These magazine motivated me to push myself to my own personal heights and even made me laugh out loud so much so my Grandmother would ask me what it was that tickled me so much. Who would have ever guessed that this little girl would one day be living her dreams of owning her very own magazine and filling its pages with all of the topics that interested her? I am here to tell you all to chase after your dreams no matter how big or unattainable they may seem. Stay focused and when others say you can’t or it can’t be done remind yourself that anything is possible. Dream bigger and bigger everyday as you work towards making your wildest dreams becomes a reality.
XOXOX,
Word from the Editor
Contributing Staff
Nital Timbadia is working as Creative Director at Goddess by Juanita Kelly. She has received her Bachelors from Berkeley College Woodbridge, New Jersey in Fashion Marketing and Management. She was an international student from Malaysia. She came to the United States of America 3 years ago with a dream of working with a designer. She has been always interested in the fashion industry and has always wanted to explore more in the industry. She thinks that Goddess is a very unique clothing line that is different from any other plus size clothing company. Goddess is reaching all the curvy women around the United States with its different and creative line. There is something about Goddess that is different from any other company because here everyone is a family and takes everyday challenges and faces them together.
Michelle D. Carter was born and raised in Plainfield NJ. She is a graduate of Plainfield High School, and William Paterson University of NJ earning her B.A in Mass Communications. She has her non-commercial F.C.C. license. She attended Reignbow Hair Fashion Institute of Cosmetology. She became interested in the cosmetics and beauty industry while in college doing side bookings and became a working professional after graduation. She has worked in the NY/NJ metro area and currently resides in Atlanta. She is certified in Airbrush Makeup from the Airbrush Makeup Institute in Hollywood, CA, and has taken continuing education classes with MAC, and celebrity Makeup Artist Sam Fine. Michelle has represented for several cosmetic lines such as MAC, Bobbi Brown, Chanel and Bare Escentuals. She was one of the In House (MUA) for Xxposure Publicity Agency. She has a host of fashion show, internet, movie, and music video credits. She is currently working with photographers, hairstylists, and the Makeup Socialite in Atlanta on up and coming projects (TBD).
Plus Size Model and Motivational
Speaker have been in the industry
for several years. I started with
Nancy Goddes at Cafee 44, I
have appeared on several talk
shows ( Rickey Lake, Geraldo
Rivera, Mark Walberg, Tyra Bank
Show, Muary Povich). Also
modeled for Goddess and Miss
Anna Fashion in New York City.
Co Hosted WEXY1040 Radio
program on Wednesday for 2
years in Florida, etc. Was able to
be on the same billboard as
Christian singer Michael English
as their comedian for there event.
Promoting plus size acceptance
and the beauty of just being a
BBW & BHM is my main goal....
Plus Size Model and Motivational
Speaker have been in the industry
for several years. I started with
Nancy Goddes at Cafee 44, I
have appeared on several talk
shows ( Rickey Lake, Geraldo
Rivera, Mark Walberg, Tyra Bank
Show, Muary Povich). Also
modeled for Goddess and Miss
Anna Fashion in New York City.
Co Hosted WEXY1040 Radio
program on Wednesday for 2
years in Florida, etc. Was able to
be on the same billboard as
Christian singer Michael English
as their comedian for there event.
Promoting plus size acceptance
and the beauty of just being a
BBW & BHM is my main goal....
Goddess Magazine
Founder and Editorial Director
JUANITA KELLY
Design Director Stylist/Designer Creative Director
Nicola Lorusso Juanita Kelly Nital Timbadia
Entertainment Lifestyle Editor Health
Desir’ee Drakeford Marie Cothia Vallen Horsey
Beauty Director Writer at Large Photographer
Michelle Carter Eugenia Saphire Arberie Hetemi
Beauty
Michele Carter
Lee Buttery
Style
Eugenia Saphire
Janet Wood Cunlif
Rylian S. Cooper
Health
Brandi Rainey
Marie Cothia
Desir’ee Drakeford
Natasha Mack
Feature
Vallen Horsey
Cassandra Carter
Amanda Christina
Lacey Woodbury
Steve Coffin
Brazilia Moda
Marcy Cruz
Articles
Contents
ON THE COVER
Go for the goddess glow Pg.20
The latest must have make-up Pg.22
Winter Dew Pg.40
Contouring tips from the pro Pg.50
Do it yourself color Pg.51
Tips on make-up this season Pg.65
Trendy simple hairstyles for the year of 2011 Pg.66
The Perfect pout Pg.82
Faces of Goddess Allison McGevna
Griselangel Paula
Carrie Dehart
Beautiful You
Stress free holidays Pg.11
Kissing for good health Pg. 34
Listening to your heart –at risk heart disease Pg.42
Wii workout craze Pg.47
Mid-day energy boosts- stretchers/ drink/ food Pg.54
Walking goddess on the move Pg.69
Stay in style with the jungle animal (trends under 25$) Pg.23
How to pick perfect little black dress Pg. 57
The weekend goddess (5 outfits in a bag) Pg.64
Budget savvy look for the New Year Pg.75
Start off 2011 the right way Pg. 38
Winter goddess, how to have the softest skin Pg. 70
Lace front wigs Pg. 77
Dressing a curvy body Pg.72
Healthy Living
Figure Fashion
Best of You
Spice up your valentine’s day Pg.26
Goddess Movie Reviews Pg 16
In the news Pg 13
Introducing your spirit guides Pg.30
Fairy tale blog Pg.33
So back to fairy tales Pg.84
Lutu Warrior Pg 44
Dressing like a goddess for the holidays Pg. 56
The sweet treatment-treat your skin to sinful chocolate Pg.62
Top ten Valentine’s day tips to keep your hunny happy Pg.67
The age of the Recessionista Pg.78
We would love to hear your thoughts …How about writing to us. You can reach us at [email protected]
Feel free to ask us anything
About beauty
Fashion
Spirit guides
And so much more !!!!
Goddess Mother’s Day Contest (Look into the issue for more information) – Pg 87
Information about our survey (Look inside for more) Pg- 85
Special Feature
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Goddess Contest
Stress free holidays!!!!
By - Valleen Horsey
OK, troops, the holiday season is here and it‖s all about stress with a capital S. Here are some ways to avoid over spending, crowded shops, ideas for crafty gift. First take a few deep breaths …in through the nose, out through the mouth. In times of high anxiety, this helps you focus and bring in more oxygen. Then think about what you really want to get out of your holiday experience and remember that we are in a recession and it‖s not about how expensive your gifts are, but how you spend this time with people you care about. Volunteering can be a feel good, positive experience. It gives you perspective about others and usually there are some situations that are worse than yours. Helping people in need can be healing, humbling, and rewarding at the same time.
Being organized can also help because you have a list of what you need and you can research the best deals. Getting in touch with your inner crafty-person is awesome because the gifts are custom, more thoughtful, and supplies can go a long way. For example, if you have
someone who likes candles, get the small glass holders, go to a craft store like Michaels, and decorate them with beads, letters, or whatever their favorite types of things are. If they like ice-cream, finding mini cones or stickers and gluing them on
the outside would be a cute way to show that you actually pay attention to what they love to eat. You can go glam and put pearls or glittery beads
on another for the girl who loves her bling etc. You can also take this idea and use mugs, bowls, plates,
and other knick knacks. This can translate into baking dozens of cookies because you can go bananas with decorations, and shapes, and flavors.
Let‖s get back to saving money! If you have ever had a credit card, you could
probably max it out by December 31st.
One way I reel in the spending is by using prepaid credit cards, because you preload the amount and there are no chances of overdrafts, which leads to overdraft fees. It also helps you budget your money and then there is no need to swipe your debit card. The plus is that most cards cost a one-time start up fee of about $10-20 bucks and only around $ 5 to load each time. Another plus is that there is no credit check so everyone is approved and there are low monthly maintenance fees. You can also usually manage your account online. Your local Wal-Mart, Walgreens, and Rite-aid stores, as well as some banks and Western Union, offer different cards, and you can chose whether or not you want visa or MasterCard. If this doesn‖t work for you, start a Christmas or holiday account at your local bank or credit union. This allows you to save gradually throughout the year and if you are someone who can‖t resist dipping into their savings, pick an account that will
restrict access until a couple months before the holiday season begins.
Now that we have satisfied your money saving taste buds, it‖s time to shop. I know, I know, we all wanted to be awake at 2am, Black Friday so we could stand in line for three more hours, argue over the last electronic gadget, and find parking three miles from the store in cold weather. There are alternatives people. Whatever deals are in the stores are
usually online and it‖s a lot less crowded. There is also cyber Monday, which is like the Monday after and Black Friday and deals last all day until supplies are gone. Remember, do the bulk of your
shopping way ahead of time, and save the simple things for last minute buys, organize what and who you are buying for, use pre-paid cards or holiday accounts, and have fun!!!
By – Cassandra Carter
I received a phone call from my best friend, to whom I speak with on a daily basis. We were conversing as normal when she interrupted the conversation to speak of a horrible sight she just saw. She saw a man, walking in the rain without shoes on his feet and just a mere blanket to shelter him from the cold, wet rain. This same man at one point had a great job, a fast car and an apartment full of the best electronic gadgets money could buy. I could not understand what happened. How could things get so bad for him and millions of other Americans in a country as great as America? At that moment, the conversation changed and each of us began to thank God for the lives we have. We thanked him for our warm houses,
ability to choose what and where we
would like to eat, and of course
our good jobs. There is no doubt
about it, America, the greatest
country in the world; no the greatest country on the planet, now finds herself walking the thin line between poverty and mere survival. How can this be? America, the land of the free, the home of the
brave, is now in a crippling state. Whom now can we blame for such a
travesty done to our great country? Could it be the spending of our government, the spending of its society or a combination of both?
There are so many countless stories that depict the devastating effect that recession has had on our country. Millions of jobs have been lost, which has caused millions to default on the mortgages of their homes. Many place the blame on the government and its excessive spending on a war the American people were told we would not be in. This war costs our country millions of dollars a month, yet many do not know why we are at war in the first place. Politicians are spending millions of dollars on programs that have proved to be ineffective, government officials with excessive salaries produce work that‖s half done, while cutting the already low salaries of the working class, which needs every dollar possible to maintain their households. While the embassies of other countries
In the news today!!!
are afforded large expense accounts for merely representing their country, the rest of “Main Street” America has to rely on their unemployment benefits to pay for rent and food. It will be a sad day when government finally decides they can no longer extend those benefits. When will this excessive spending by our government end? However, as a citizen of this country and a homeowner myself, I would pose an opinion that the US Government is not the only culprit that is to blame for this recession. The American people themselves share the blame along with our government. We have been spoiled by the ―charge now, pay later‖ message that was delivered to us in the form of a credit card. We do not like delayed gratification, we want what we want and we want it now. We charge more and more on the card, while only making the minimum monthly payments. We allow our college bound children over the age of 18 to sign up for credit cards knowing they do not have gainful employment to make the payments. We allowed shifty salespeople to sweet talk us into purchasing homes we knew we could not afford. We constantly buy items that depreciate in value rather than investing in items that appreciate. If that is not bad enough, we give our children everything they ask for without first teaching them the value of a dollar and second, making those works for it. As the child grows older, they develop an unappreciative attitude toward working people and a
sense of entitlement that the world owes them something. Our children spend more time playing video console games than making them, while the parents are too busy trying to compete with the Joneses and the Smiths.
We all know what issues our country faces economically but what, I ask is the solution? How do we recover from over a decade of excessive spending from our government and ourselves as consumers? We are just going to have to learn how to do more with less. A man once told me that some form of recession happens every 30-40 years, if that is true then why is it so hard for us to learn from
mistakes of the past? Couldn‖t we learn from examples like Joseph in the bible, when he used the years of abundance to store up finances for the lean years or use the Wisdom of Solomon when it comes to how to govern our affairs? Whatever
principles and strategies we use to get out of this dilemma, one thing is certain. We as a nation, citizens and government must realize where we went wrong. We must understand the ―why” so we can plan and implement the “how”. For then and only then, can we as a Nation raise out of the ashes of this travesty.
Movies Now Playing
No Strings Attached (2010)
Running time:
108 minutes
Rated:
R
Cast:
Natalie Portman
Ashton Kutcher
Cary Elwes
Kevin Kline
Lake Bell
Director:
Ivan Reitman
Official Movie Web Site:
http://www.nostringsattachedmovie.com/
Adam (Ashton Kutcher) and Emma (Natalie Portman) keep bumping into each other at
various points in their lives, until finally they fall into bed and strike up a special “friends with
benefits” arrangement—sex, whenever they want, no strings attached. Emma insists they have
to break it off at the first sign of any emotional attachment, but Adam can’t help his desire to
cuddle, buy gifts, make mix-CDs and get jealous when Emma talks to other guys.
By Desir‖ee Drakeford
The Dilemma (2011)
Running time:
111 minutes
Rated:
PG-13
Cast:
Vince Vaughn
Kevin James
Jennifer Connelly
Winona Ryder
Channing Tatum
Director: Ron Howard
Genre: Comedy
Official Movie Web Site:
http://www.thedilemmamovie.com/
Longtime friends Ronny (Vince Vaughn) and Nick (Kevin James) are partners in an auto-
design firm. They are hard at work on a presentation for a dream project that would really
launch their company. Then Ronny spots Nick's wife out with another man, and in the
process of investigating the possible affair, he learns that Nick has a few secrets of his own. As
the presentation nears, Ronny agonizes over what might happen if the truth gets out.
Black Swan (2010)
Running time: 108 minutes
Rated: R
Cast: Natalie Portman Mila Kunis Vincent Cassel Barbara Hershey Winona Ryder
Director: Darren Aronofsky Genre: Drama
Official Movie Web Site: http://www.foxsearchlight.com/blackswan/
Nina (Natalie Portman) is a ballerina whose passion for the dance rules every facet of her life.
When the company's artistic director decides to replace his prima ballerina for their opening
production of ``Swan Lake,'' Nina is his first choice. She has competition in newcomer Lily
(Mila Kunis) however. While Nina is perfect for the role of the White Swan, Lily personifies
the Black Swan. As rivalry between the two dancers transforms into a twisted friendship,
Nina's dark side begins to emerge.
Movies Coming to DVD
For Colored Girls (2010) DVD Release
Date: February 8, 2011
Running time: 134 minutes
Rated: R
Director: Tyler Perry
Genre: Drama
Writer-director Tyler Perry turns the feminist play For Colored
Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow Is Enuf,
into a poetic movie of what it is to be colored and a woman in
this world. He assembles a talented cast that includes Loretta Devine, Anika Noni Rose, Kerry
Washington, Thandie Newton, Kimberly Elise, Janet Jackson, Phylicia Rashad and Whoopi Goldberg.
The play is a series of 20 poems, which have been intertwined into the film as dialogue. This film
captures different struggles faced by African-American women.
Paranormal Activity 2 (2010) DVD Release Date: February 8, 2011
Running time: 91 minutes
Rated: R
Director: Tod Williams
Genre: Horror
This is the follow-up to the horror film Paranormal Activity
that was a vast box-office hit. Again, the film seems to be
made from found footage, from in-home security cameras.
The stars of the earlier movie, Katie Featherston and Micah Sloat, return, but only in supporting
roles. The stars of this movie are Sprague Grayden and Brian Boland, who play a married couple
living in the suburban where disturbing things happen in their home.
Unstoppable (2010) DVD Release Date: February 15, 2011
Running time: 98 minutes
Rated: PG-13
Director: Tony Scott
Genre: Action
Denzel Washington and Chris Pine star in this tense
action thriller directed by Tony Scott. The film's story
line is taken from a real-life 2001 incident. Frank Barnes
(Washington), a veteran engineer, and Will Colson
(Pine), a rookie conductor, compose the crew of a
freight train on what starts out as a routine run in
Pennsylvania. But as they continue on their path they
are notified that due to human error an unmanned train
carrying toxic materials is coming their way. It's picking
up speed as it heads toward a populated area, and it's
up to Barnes and Colson to stop it.
Go for the Goddess Glow
Glowing Makeup
Making you makeup glow is very sexy.
Have you ever looked at some of the photos
in magazines and said how do they get
their skin or makeup to glow? Here are a
few tips and tricks to get the glowing
appearance.
The beauty of Shimmer
When you think of shimmer think of that
extra kiss to finish your makeup. It gives a
warm and glow to where ever it is placed
on the face and body.
Eyes
To make the eyes pop with a shimmer glow.
Take a small eyes shadow brush and trace
the brow under the brow bone apply and
work in a downward motion as to blend it
along with the other eye shadow you intend
to apply. You will be blending your other
eye shadow as normal. If you look at the
photo above you will see the highlighted
shimmer under her brow. You can also put
shimmer on your lids, in the corner of your
eyes to look more away, and the bottom
lash line for a sexy soft glow. Keep the eye
makeup light and soft let long or false
eyelashes do the talking. If you like you can
always add a darker color in the contour of
your eye to give it a pop of added sexiness
for evening.
Cheeks
By – Michelle Carter
I love soft glowing cheeks. It gives that soft
facial glow, and dimension to the cheek
area. Apply your cheek color, bronzer, or
both. Then take a blush brush and glide it
across
your
favorite
gold or
silver
shimmer
power
and apply
across the
upper
cheek area to the temples. Start off lightly
because you do not want to apply too much.
You can always add it is harder to take
away.
Glowing Face
To get the glow all over you in addition to
your cheeks, and brow bone. You can dust
the shimmer power on the side corners of
your forehead, down the bridge of your
nose and chin. It is almost like applying
your bronzer in the same areas. You will
not apply under the brow bone or as eye
shadow.
Lips
To give your lips a soft, shimmery, sultry
glow simply apply shimmer power to the
lips with fingertip and add your favorite
clear, colored or shimmer gloss.
A word from the Artist and Editor
Creating a beautiful glowing face always
starts with good skin. You must hydrate all
year around. Dry skin and shimmer do not
look good together it can give an aging
appearance. If you hydrate that dry skin
and then shimmer it will it look moist and
youthful in appearance. For those that do
not wear foundation you can use a tinted
moisturizer, with or without a bronzer and
apply in the same manner as described. You
can add liquid shimmer to foundation,
moisturizer or lotion to give the body a
glow.
I want to hear from you. Please feel free to
send any questions and comments to
[email protected] I will answer
questions in upcoming articles.
By Lee Ann Buttery
When it comes to wearing makeup, most women play it safe by sticking with neutral colors simply because they‖re afraid to experiment. Whether you‖re that woman or not, continue reading to get the low-down on what makeup colors are hot for 2011.
Eyes
While certain eye shadow shades are timeless such as earth tones and neutrals (black, brown, gray, etc), other color trends come and go. This year, it‖s all about embracing color and abandoning metallics. Make a statement with your eyes for 2011 by wearing bright shadow shades like sapphire, amethyst and bold green and intense liners in teal or plum. Perhaps this trend is too runway for your every day look, but you can pull it off for an evening function or an even a daytime weekend look- if you dare, that is. But bear in mind that proper application of these striking hues is important so that you don‖t end up looking like a clown. For instance, keep the bright colors on the lid- avoid going past the crease.
Lips
If you are going to make a bold statement with your eyes, then keep your lips subtle with a nude shade of lip-gloss or lipstick. For days when you decide to make your lips the focus, then keep your eyes subdued and swipe a shade of bubblegum or baby pink (this was a makeup trend for 2010, but its going strong for ‖11 too!). This color is hot for all year
round and looks good on practically everyone. MAC carries various bubblegum/baby pink shades suited for different skin tones such as Pink Plaid, Snob and Pink Nouveau. And as always, a red pout is Old Hollywood and never goes out of style.
Cheeks
In terms of cheeks, there is never a trend per se. The rules on blush colors and application will probably always remain consistent. Just make sure that you are wearing a blush shade that is best suited for your complexion. For porcelain to ivory complexions, choose a
blush color in light pink or light peach. For medium to olive skin tones, opt for shades in peach, pink, or tawny. For tan to light black skin tones, go for blush colors in deep orangey/peach or warm pinks and for dark skin complexions, try deep rose or bronze.
This year, makeup color trends tactfully tell the world, “Look at me!” with flamboyant eyes and flirty lips. So if you‖re naturally a shy goddess, then step out of your cosmetic comfort zone and get gutsy with a shocking eye shadow color or let your lips go pretty in pink.
The Latest Must Have Makeup
Colors
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By Amanda Christina
It has come up in many readings in recent times that people are confused about spirit guides (also sometimes referred to as your angels) what they are for, how they interact with us and how we can communicate better with them.
Spirit guides come in many shapes and forms, they can be people who have crossed over from this world into the next, higher beings such as the beings of light, or even animals. The most common of these being other souls who have crossed over and chosen to accompany you in this lifetime to help with your soul lessons and path in life.
The amount of guides you have is often an indication of your path in life. The more you are here to communicate, aid others or teach the more guides you will have. Now for the tricky part along with our main guides we can often have extra help, who I call interlopers, they come to assist us in times of great change and transformation, hardship, joy or just because their knowledge is needed to aid in a specific lesson you are learning.
For a lot of people they look outside of themselves for large neon style signs to say hey we are here! It is rare your guides will go to such extremes to get your attention. In fact your guides will do things in pretty subtle ways. The next time you feel a tingle in a part of your body note it and if it happens at different times in future
in the same area you can be sure it is one of your guides telling you I am here. Pay attention to the lyrics of songs you get stuck in your head, take note of the feeling when you put your keys in one spot only to find them in another one, words, numbers or symbols that come up around you repeatedly or hearing someone calling your name only to turn and find no one there, or even hearing the radio announcers voice change
for a brief moment are some common ways our guides communicate with us.
It is so easy to miss the signposts of our guides subtle and loving communication with the thought it should be big and amazing and it can be at times but this isn‖t the norm it is the exception often when we are in times of great danger or in need of some loving care. A valentine‖s day in my early twenties springs to mind here. I woke
Introducing
your spirit
guides
with sun streaming through my window to see a small pink heart floating through the air and stop then a red heart and then another pink heart and another red heart and so on till there were about a dozen hearts in a row above my window. I remember feeling very at peace and loved at the time.
You may ask what makes me qualified to talk to you about this. I don‖t claim to be an expert but can teach you from my experiences. Let me introduce myself my name is Amanda Christina and I have been doing psychic readings for 17 years since I was 19 years old. My gifts come as what is called a “clear channel” in that I get messages directly from my guides and pass them onto the person I am reading for. When I first started doing readings I would hear the voices of the guides communicating with me. Now I liken it to pulling a thought out of the air as it has become as natural as breathing to me these days. I still on occasion pick up on both my and other people‖s guides and still sometimes hear a distinct voice, get a mental picture or see a flicker of them in every day moments.
So now you have some of the basic ideas of who our guides are, what they are here for and how they communicate with us I hear you asking but how can I communicate with them?
There are several ways I can think of the first way being any of the many angel, fairy or other oracle cards that you can get at most New Age or Book stores these days.
Grab yourself a notebook and pen to ―play‖ with the cards so you can note what themes and cards come up most often. The
best way to do this is to sit down in a quiet place, focus on what you most need to know,
take some deep breaths as you shuffle the cards and pick either a single card or choose one of the card layouts the booklet gives you and then see where the cards take you and what information you are given. This is a great way not only to find guidance from your guides but also to get more in tune with your own intuition.
There are many guided meditations on the market that are designed to help you connect with your guides however any meditation will clear your mind and help you be in a more in tune space to communicate with them a great idea is to meditate for at least twenty minutes and then try some Automatic writing which brings us to the next way to communicate with your guides.
Automatic writing is when you sit down in a very meditative space (think of it as that feeling when you‖re between awake and asleep is the best way I can think of describing it) and write whatever flows from you. Some days it will be easy and others it may not flow as freely. The best thing you can do to allow this process to happen is to not think about it. Switch off your mind and just allow the writing to flow from you. The minute you start to think or analyse what you are writing is the moment you step out of the flow and you will start to think about what you are writing and lose your momentum. It is best to wait to read what you have written till the energy has passed. You will feel the shift in energy when it is time to stop writing. It may take a few times to get into the swing of this process it is however very worthwhile and can yield some interesting results.
Talk to your guides. I know it sounds crazy and for some people a little weird or uncomfortable but it is a great way to get to know your guides. You can do this out loud or in your own mind. At first you may doubt that the answers you are getting are from your guides as you may hear them in your own voice rather than theirs. It may take a little
time to feel comfortable with this however like anything the more you put it into practice the easier it becomes. Start simple ask for a yes or no answer to a question take a deep breath let it out hold the question in mind and the first answer that pops into your head without thinking about it is the answer you need.
As with anything the more you use these techniques the easier it will be to find the ones that work best for you with your guides. We are all different. Our spiritual journeys have all been different. How we communicate and interact with others is a good indication of how easy or hard it may be for some of us to communicate with our guides.
These are all great starting points for
your journey to getting to know your guides. I wish you much love and positive energy along the way. Life is an amazing adventure and getting to know your guides is one of the most awe inspiring adventures of all. Till next we meet along life‖s journey may you and your guides get to know each other better.
“Talk to your guides... Start simple ask for a yes or no answer to a question take a deep breath let it out hold the question in mind and the first answer that pops into your head without thinking about it is the answer you need.”
“I don't wanna be like Cinderella
Sittin' in a dark cold dusty cellar
Waiting for somebody, to come and set me
free
I don't wanna be like someone waiting
For a handsome prince to come and save me
Oh I will survive, unless somebody's by my
side
Don't wanna be no no no one else
I'd rather rescue myself”
The Cheetah Girls
By - Amanda Christina
I have been contemplating the whole rescuing thing, we grow up with stories like Cinderella, and sleeping beauty and other such fairy tales and as children we believe we will be rescued from our life, but here is the twist in the tale so to speak, ever notice that before the prince rescues the princess he goes through much hardship to get to the reward? He has trials by dragon, evil queens and the like what if this is the part of the story we should actually be listening to? What if the prince rescuing the princess is actually a way of showing us we need to rescue ourselves? After the entire inner journey is fraught with danger and peril in so many ways!
And here is the kicker in many a version of Cinderella it is actually Cindy herself who sets herself free just look at the Disney version with Brandy and Whitney Huston. If you wait to be rescued well, you could spend the rest of your life waiting. If you rescue yourself you can start now and along the way your prince/princess will show up because that is how it should be.
We cage ourselves, put ourselves into boxes, of how we think others see us and often times trap ourselves with images of how we see ourselves or how we think we should be. Time to remove the bars, one at a time and set ourselves free, after all how can we expect to attract the kind of relationships be they friendships or otherwise that we want/need unless we are willing to step up and set ourselves free?
Time to actually move forward, to let go of the baggage, to take a good look and examine all of the beliefs that limit us, the reasons we feel stalled or trapped, the people around us are often mirrors who show us things even if they are things we don‖t like about ourselves, and it is time to listen to why they are there, to why we have them there and to ask ourselves the tough questions.
The truth of the matter is the only person who can rescue you is yourself! Because the demons we fight are in essence our own. The first step is to acknowledge this and it is often the hardest because we get good at lying to ourselves. To allowing the negative self talk to win. It takes time and energy to learn to replace the negative self talk (and some of the habits of a lifetime) with more positive messages. It is well worth it though because journeying within leads to a happier, complete within you person and I highly recommend it.
Life is an amazing adventure, and the adventure truly begins when we learn to rescue ourselves .Until next we meet on life‖s journey, remember how amazing, talented and special you are!!!
Close your eyes and think about the
last time you were kissed. Not a quick peck on the cheek or the obligatory kiss as he leaves the house for the day. I mean that lingering; make your soul sigh and knees turn to butter kind of kiss. How do you feel? Does a grin play across your face and your heart flutter in remembrance? That's what happened to me. Yes, I did the very thing I asked of you. And…WOOOOW!!
I'm a sucker for a great kiss. To me, kissing is one of the most intimate things two people can do. And when you find that person whose kiss can melt you….Okay,
By Brandi Rainey
Brandi!! Come back!! But, anyway, did you know that there are several healthy side effects of kissing? Yes, all of this wintertime kanoodling is doing something wonderful inside of you...besides making you blush when you think about it later.
Did you know…?
Kissing your partner goodbye can help you live approximately 5 years longer than if you do. So when your honey leaves for the day, or night, don't skimp on the lip locking. Kissing is good for maintaining heart health. Think about it. When you‖re kissing,
your heart race …doesn‖t it? For that particular period of time, blood is circulating
Kissing for Good Health!!!!
freely and quickly throughout your body. And that has a lowering effect on your blood pressure. Hmmmm…is kissing a possible cure for hypertension? It‖s certainly a more fun option than meds. Kissing can also be a form of meditation. Yes, seriously. And we‖ve all been exposed to all of the benefits of meditation—stress relief, lowering blood pressure, improving the immune system, well being and self esteem. But what is meditation? The idea that your mind is still and your thoughts are silent? Being fully present in the moment? Now, tell me…the last time you were entangled in a great kiss, what were you thinking? Can‖t remember? Maybe because you were not thinking! While you‖re kissing,
your mind isn‖t racing for a change!! What a great alternative to lotus positions and chanting mantras (in my most humble opinion).
Kissing releases oxytocin, the hormone that facilitates the bonding process and induces contractions. Expectant mothers,
listen up!! Tired of being pregnant? Your obstetrician advising medical induction because your due date has come and gone? Go home and make out with your partner.
Seriously!!! The oxytocin you‖ll produce in this manner is, to most mothers I‖ve tended, preferable to the synthetic drug pitocin that you‖ll get in the hospital. So, would you prefer IV meds and back to back contractions with no break? Or naturally-produced contractions with natural rhythm and making out with your honey to boot? Now, that‖s a no-brainer to me.
Kissing also burns calories. I bet THAT got your attention! Yes…deep, passionate kissing has been known to raise, and practically double, your basic metabolic rate. And that leads to more calories burned. Nice, right?
Now, armed with this info, I‖m headed to find my honey and do something nice for myself…And him. Hint, hint…nudge, nudge…
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Have you ever made New Year‖s resolutions and realized later in the year that you didn‖t stick with them? Or have you
ever said “this year is going to be my year” and then didn‖t do anything to make it a great year? I‖m sure that we‖ve all made one excuse or another as to why the year didn‖t work out the way we planned. Don‖t you think, though, that the time of making excuses is over? Are you really ready for another crappy year or do you want to make it the best beginning of many wonderful years? I tell you what, I know I‖m ready for a fantastic year and many more even better years to come. I‖m through lying to myself saying that I can‖t fulfill my dreams and saying that I don‖t have any control over what happens in my life. I‖m ready to do something about it!
How you ask? How do I make this the best year to kick off a great bunch of even more wonderful years? It‖s simple really, no honestly it is. I know it‖s going to sound strange and maybe even a slight on the side of ridiculous, but if you‖ll give me a chance you might be surprised. I‖ve found that in a lot of failed ventures the main factor for the failure was fear. Whether it is fear of the competition, fear of success, fear of failure,
fear of happiness even; the point that remains constant is fear. Fear is an emotion that tends to overwhelm and paralyze to the point that we can no longer move forward. How do we get past the fear factor you ask? It‖s simple, face it head on! Show whatever it is that you are afraid of, that it or they can‖t hurt you anymore. Show that you are going to
make sure that nothing and no one is going to hold you back from getting what you want and deserve. Show that you have the strength to do what it takes to make your dreams become reality. Show that you won‖t be pushed around and that you will fight no matter what it takes. Now in reality I‖m sure many of you are saying “that‖s easier said
than done” and you‖d be absolutely right. It is easier said than done, yet most everything is. But those that sit around talking instead of doing never go anywhere. Take charge of your life, instead of sitting around talking about doing great things; get out there and do them! It all starts within you, more specifically in your own brain. You have to let go of every negative thing that you‖ve let in over the years. You have to let go of all the pain you‖ve held on to over the years. You have to move past all of the negative thoughts you‖ve allowed your brain to consume and see them as your fuel to keep going. Every bit of doubt anyone has ever put in you and that includes yourself can be the fuel that you use to keep yourself going. You have to forgive, honestly and truthfully, with all of your heart. No matter how painful it is forgiveness
Start off 2011 the right way!!!
By- Lacey Woodbury
is an important key; because if you can‖t forgive you can‖t move forward.
You have the ability to make an incredible life for yourself if you give yourself half the chance. Don‖t let the past hold you back from an incredible future or keep you blinded to the present that is the present. Every day when you wake up, start with some positive messages that pertain to you and your dreams. Keep repeating it until you believe it, because even if you don‖t at first, if you keep going with it you will eventually start. It‖s all about retraining your mind with a more positive message and beating out all the negative training that has been sitting there for years. Leave yourself notes everywhere, on your mirror, on your desk, in your car; wherever you will see it multiple times a day. If you start getting down or stressed step away from what is making you feel stressed and do something else, something that makes you feel happy. If you can‖t step away from it however, change the way you think about it. For instance if you are at work and deadlines keep piling up and you start to feel overwhelmed then look at each task individually and take it one step at a time. Move forward one step at a time seeing each challenge individually so that it is not so overwhelming.
Take breaks from the everyday as often as you can and do something that you enjoy, just for you. This will help you stay positive and keep
you motivated. Give yourself a break, you aren‖t superhuman you can only do what you can do.
Don‖t worry about what you can‖t do or what is out of
your control. This is hard, I know, I struggle with it every day but practice makes perfect. Realize that when something happens that is not the way you expected it happened that way for a reason. You may never know what the reason is, but there is probably a lesson in it. When things don‖t go right or at least the way you expect, see it as a either a lesson to be learned or a blessing in disguise.
You can‖t ever go back so start today and move forward. Live each day as a blessing. Have love in your heart and a smile on your face. Laugh as often as you can. And give with all you have. If you can begin to see all the wonderful things in your life and make each day count and let go of the little
things then this year and every year to come will be better than all the previous. Stay strong and have a positive attitude and all the good things that you want and need in your life will come to you.
Healthy Skin
Your makeup is at its best when your skin is at its
best. The best tool for healthy skin is water. I know
that there are plenty of skin treatments out there but
in addition to those we need water and rest all year
around. Your skin is the largest breathing organ of
the body so it is working all of the time and mostly at
night.
Skin Types
There are three basic types:
1. Normal – where your skin is perfectly balanced. Not
to dry or
oily
2. Combination – where you can be dry in some spots
oily in others
3. Oily – you have build up of sebum all over your face.
If you are combination you will be able to notice
where you are oily and where you are dry. If you are
oily you will have all over your face not just in your T-
Zone (forehead, nose, Chin). Once your skin type is
determined then you can pick a skincare regiment that
is right for your type.
Skin Regiments
Cleansing: Is so
important that
you should do it
on a daily basis
once in the
morning and
again at night. When you clean your skin it
is refreshed and is rid of the free radicals
that have been attacking it all day. Those
free radicals can age and damage the skin.
So you must nurture it consistently.
3 Steps to Great Skin:
1. Cleansing – cleans the skin.
2. Toning- removes any trace of cleanser and
prepares the skin for the moisturizer.
Winter Dew – Lips/Skin/Body hydrators that works!!! By – Michelle Carter
3. Moisturizer - Replenishes and hydrates the
skin. You should have a day moisturizer
with an SPF of at least 35 or higher. Your
night cream of course does not need an SPF,
and should be emollient since your skin is
working its hardest. By doing these few
simple steps you skin will reward you. You
will see the texture become softer and your
complexion brighter.
Body Care
During the winter months you must make
sure you continue to moisturize your skin.
You may have to switch to a more emollient
lotion or body cream. In the winter skin has
a tendency to get drier due to the cold
temperatures. When you shower use a
hydrating body wash, and then take a
moment to moisturize once you get out. Do
not forget the back of your hands and your
feet. They are the most neglected.SPF in your
hand cream is essential for anti-aging.
A word from the Artist - When it comes to
applying makeup it always looks best on
healthy and hydrated skin. Never go to sleep
in your makeup your skin will suffer the
morning after and more than likely be
dehydrated. Always wash your face or at
least take off makeup remover. I like the
wipes the best they are quick and easy.
I want to hear from you. Please send
questions and comments to
[email protected]. I will answer
in future articles.
Listening to your heart, at risk
heart disease!!!!
By Marie Cothia
For the goddess curvy
readers, I want them to know that your heart is connected to everything in your body and that your heart at the center. Nurturing and Protecting your heart is vital to your physical well being, even if you may have genetics or have family history of heart disease, It's not, I repeat not a death sentence, but about making new positive changes towards your lifestyle and diet.
In this health article, I may discuss several ways on how to improve your health overall and preventing at risk heart disease. First of all, I want to address that as women, our signs and symptoms differs from men. Men typically often have the chest pain that feels like a squeezing or deep pressure. Their pain is more severe than usual. Women on the other hand may and most likely have symptoms of heartburn, nausea, fatigue, jaw pain. In my years as a healthcare professional, I have seen women who will not make any changes towards their lifestyle and how
they are in denial about their health risks, but as we get older, it is a must for us to start now to avoid the unnecessary risks of heart disease later in life. Taking ownership for your life and the choices you make will
be beneficial for you in the long term. Here are the seven steps towards reducing your risk of heart disease. 1) As far your diet, switching to low fat food items just won't do. You will need to eat a diet rich "in all the good fats" the unsaturated oils that come from the plants. You should avoid Trans fats at all costs
(well try at least) example: hydrogenated oils in processed foods. 2) Eat well: You are what you eat. What you
eat affect your insulin levels in the body. A diet high in fruits and vegetables(5 to 9 servings per day), that also consists of eating fish at least twice a week, limiting alcohol intake to no more than one drink per day, limiting sodium intake will all help to decrease cholesterol levels and also to prevent at risk heart disease for women. 3) Be spiritually active (Surprised?) Attending worship services on a regular
basis can do great wonders to reduce your stress, of course stress is a normal part of life, but it's how you cope with stress that can affect your heart. 4) Reach for the optimal blood pressure of less than 120/80 5) Total (overall) cholesterol levels must be less than 200mg/dl 6) Physical Activity (Very Important) should be at least 30 minutes. Three times a week is minimum Five times a week is best to get the maximum results. 7) Visiting your doctor at least once a year for an annual physical (check up) and last but not least quitting smoking. The potential risks and the idea of getting heart disease can be frightening, but I hope to inspire all of you women to conquer that fear and control of your heart and health. From my heart to yours, I wish all of you good health and joy
Lutu Warrior
"When the age of ice came to an end tales of a great warrior called Lutu came south. This is the story of Lutu, or
rather her twin sister Lutu, the lesser known one who was good at cooking.."
Lutu is a Sword and Sorcery comedy adventure where the heroine in not a muscle bound Barbarian but a Plus
Size Cook. She is thrown into the Warrior world when her twin sister, the famous Warrior, goes missing at the
Battle of Brantiok. With the help of Sword Master Han, and the gastronomic Dragon Mo, she takes on her
sister's identity in hopes of finding her....
“Lutu Warrior of the North started as a conversation with my wife. We were looking at all the Sword and Sorcery
comics, with semi-clothed women in them and thought why couldn’t there be a Plus Sized comic book hero? She
would go out into this world, of Swords and Sorcery, and it wouldn't matter what she looked like.
I feel that the story of Lutu story has the underlying message of no matter who you are you can be whatever you
want. Obviously, on top of that, there are some comedy Dragons, Goblins and sword fights to merry things along
as Lutu learns the skills of a Warrior.”
Lutu Warrior of the North Issue #3 is out now and issue #4 is due out at the beginning of February. You can buy
Lutu online through www.indyplanet.com and it is aimed at a (PG) audience 'and upwards'.
Website: http://www.stevecoffin.com/lutu
Buy Direct: http://indyplanet.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=4275
Blog: http://www.lutuwarriorofthenorth.blogspot.com
Twitter: http://twitter.com/lutuwotn
Face book: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lutu-Warrior-of-the-North/107560603604
Publisher: http://www.ronin-studios.com
Lutu Warrior of the North TM and © Steve Coffin 2008-2011. All rights reserved.
By – Steve Coffin
Wii Work out Craze
By Desir’ee Drakeford
Nintendo Wii is a great way to get your body
moving and get back into shape. Wii has become a
new crazy to working out. If you are by yourself at
home doing Wii fit or with family and friends
dancing to the new Michael Jackson Experience,
Wii is the perfect
combination of fun and
exercise. Millions of
home owners have this
gaming system not only
for their children but
for their enjoyment also.
According to
pcworld.com the average Wii player is 29 years
old. All across the world are plenty of adults that
hold Wii parties at their houses weekly. Wii has
all the components of a great time and a
workout.Most American‖s seem obsessed with
their weight. Wii fit is a great way to get people off
the couch and moving their bodies. Everyone
knows one of the key ways to losing weight is
going to the gym, but realistically not all of us can
make our way to a fitness center. Having a Wii
will make it easier on those who prefer to work
out in the comfort of their homes or who can‖t
make it to the gym. Video games are the next
stage of evolution for fitness videos.
Wii games such as the
Michael Jackson
Experience and Just
Dance also add
competition to the
party which makes
people work harder to
be number one. The harder they work
the more calories they burn which along
with monitoring your calorie intake can
lead to a leaner healthier body. With the
Wii you can burn calories, increase your
energy and have fun. Some Wii games
that are fun and can really get your body
moving along with Wii fit and Wii fit
plus are the Michael Jackson Experience
and Just Dance 1 and 2, Zumba, Dance
Dance Revolution. If you
prefer different activities or
are a fan of a certain sport
you are in luck, there are
hundreds of games that you
can enjoy.
If you like to focus more on
training they also have EA
sports active personal trainer
which has over 25 levels of fitness that will get
your blood pumping. They have accessories to
go along with this game that will surely get
and keep your body into
shape. You can also try
Jillian Michaels Fitness; this
game will get muscles
moving that you‖ve never
felt before along with great
results.Some of us can not
afford to buy new games
every two weeks. Luckily
you can rent different games from your local
video rental store for under $10 per game.
Sometimes they might even have
deals such as two for $15. That is a
great opportunity for people to try
out new games before they want to
buy. This makes working out not
only fun but inexpensive.
So whether you are boxing,
dancing, bowling or training
you will find yourself losing
weight, burning calories, exercising and
having fun without even realizing it. By
adding Wii to your daily routine along with
a balanced diet can really improve your
body and health.
Now it‖s time for
me to be on my
journey and get
into my work out
gear to not only be
fit but to be Wii Fit
What is contouring your makeup? It is the act of putting back what you have taken away when you even out your skin tone with foundation. The contouring road map: Now ladies I know this looks strange but every celebrity that has had their photo take has had their face look like this at one time or another. When you contour your face you are adding back the dimensions of your face. Believe me when I tell you when it all gets blended together it will look smooth and add definition to your face. You can see by looking at this photo where those dimensions will appear. You do not have to fill in the eyebrows and the eye area. This photo is of a fully contoured face. You can pick the area of your face that you would like to emphasis and draw the line accordingly. The best way to do it is when you are applying your foundation you can draw your lines on first then blend. The photo is just directions on where to place what line to achieve certain effects. Do not be afraid just practice. Nose Along the sides of the nose you trace the longer ridges with a darker powder blend in
downward motion, eye shadow, or foundation. Then lighter color in the center of forehead, and down the center of the nose as illustrated blending in downward motion. You can blend with your foundation you may have to touch up
the darker areas after blending. Cheeks In the hollows of your cheeks you will place the darker shade blending down and out. You can blend by alone or along with foundation (suggested method). Chin and Neck areas The area under the chin where it meets your neck is there the dark color is placed. It slims down the jowls and neck area by addition definition. Please make sure to blend you do not want demarcation from your foundation to your contoured neck and chin area.
Temples and Hairline: In this area it helps to frame the face and give definition. You would use the darker shades around the hairline and temples with the lightest shade always in the middle. A word from the Artist/Editor Have fun when contouring your makeup. Too much is too much because it can appear un-natural. Always remember to blend as with any makeup application. I want to hear from you. Please email any questions to [email protected]. I will answer all questions in the future articles.
“Contouring tips from the
Pros” By – Michelle Carter
Do-it yourself COLOR
By –Eugenia Saphire
Try coloring at home: You‖ll save big
bucks and it‖s much easier than you think; you
can get results that are to dye for!
We have all heard the at home dye job
horror stories. Even I have experienced this jaw
dropping and eye popping “UH-OHS!” But it
can be done and done to perfection all while
saving yourself some $$$.
What is the look you‖re going for?
Before you begin, you have to make some
coloring choices. Are you looking to go
permanent, demi, semi with just highlights?
Permanent color means just that; it won‖t wash
out and you‖d have to wait for your hair to
grow back out. If you‖re new to the coloring
game consider experimenting with the demi. A
demi is a longing lasting dye that you have the
ability to wash out between 15 to 20 washes.
But the semi loses it color with fewer washes
than a demi coloring. Ladies, we also have the
option to add highlight to our hair and
highlight kits are excellent options to take into
account. You can keep 75 to 80 percent of your
national hair color when you add highlight
“bling”. If you are planning on doing your own
coloring you‖ll need a few essentials like a
regular size comb, gloves, shower cap, an
application bottle all of which normally comes
in the hair coloring kit but make sure you also
have an ample lighting, a mirror, a heavy
ointment such as petroleum jelly which will
applied to the airline to prevent staining. Be
sure to wear an old t-shirt and have an old
towel on hand since the dye will color material
and surfaces, besides you don‖t want to mess up
you good linens. Remember your goal is to
saturate your hair with the coloring product;
this can be done in small sections at a time to
ensure complete coverage of the dye to every
inch of the hair on your head.
This process cannot be rushed; and if
you have recently had a chemical treatment
such as a relaxer or perm you really should
wait until the second week that you‖ve had you
chemical treatment, trust and believe that I
have made this mistake and it was a “hot mess”.
It had to be cut off due to the large amount of
damage I had done to my beauty hair. So please
Goddesses be careful and read all of the
warnings and instructions properly to you hair.
I know that
once I learned of
the warnings
and how to
apply, I loved
the freedom
of coloring my
own hair thin and hour
and the money I saved
didn‖t hurt either. If you want to get creative,
you can have a “dye-it” party with your gurls
and do some catching up and gossiping.
I want all you Goddesses out there to
remember a few things about coloring your
hair; it‖s a lesson within itself. However, dye-
kits for highlights normally came complete
with a placement chart which will make
highlighting even easier. Also highlight
solutions are very pasty which means no
dripping and less mess. Once the process of
coloring your hair is completed all you have to
do is waiting while the color does all the work.
The rest is a snap; rinse, shampoo, condition
and then style your new Goddess locks how you
choose.
By - Brandi Rainey
It's two in the afternoon. You've had
lunch
alread
y, and
dinner
is at
least
three
hours
away. You've got that “blah”, sluggish kind
of feeling so you reach into your desk
drawer and pull out...what? A candy bar? A
pastry leftover from this morning's
meeting? Do you rush to the break room
for a soda that will give you the ultimate
sugar rush? Or do you holler out a request
to that coworker who just happens to make
a quick run to Starbucks? If you're at home,
do you grab the sweetest, stickiest thing you
can find in the kitchen? If you really want
to get rid of that midday “blah” feeling, you
should do none of the above.
What you need to do is move
around and be active. If you're stuck in an
office cubicle all day, use that fifteen
minute afternoon break to get a little
sunshine. Take a walk outside. It does
wonders for that slump. If you're an at-
home mom, slide the
baby in a stroller and
take a walk. That will
not only rejuvenate
you, but tucker them
out a little and bedtime
will be no trouble at all.
If you have older kids,
Mid Day Energy Boosts-
Stretchers/Drink/Food
drag them with you and spark up a
conversation as you are enjoying some
fresh air.
If you can't get out, stretch a little.
Sit straight up and plant both feet firmly on
the floor. As you deeply inhale, bring both
arms over your head and interlace your
fingers, and turn the palms out. Stay in this
positio
n for a
good
5 to
10
breath
count.
This routine will help you feel relaxed and
would revive you out of that slump. It also
eases wrist tensions which is associated
with constant typing and data entry.
Feeling a little snackish? Try
grabbing a glass of water first. A lot of
people mistake thirst for hunger. If that
doesn't help, try a protein/carbs combo such
as peanut butter and whole grain crackers,
hummus on a pita, or my personal favorite,
a banana dog. Don't laugh! But I take a
whole grain hot dog bun, spread it with
peanut butter, and pop in a whole banana.
Delish!! And knocks that slump on its
tushie quickly!!
If you're one of those gals that must
have something warm in her cup at this
time of day, go for an herbal or green tea
versus black tea or coffee. Yeah, the caffeine
will give you a rush, but you'll crash. Better
yet, you won't be able to sleep when you
want to. Try a refreshing peppermint tea, or
something citrusy to awaken your senses.
Well ladies, those are my best tips. I hope
they help you as much as they help me.
Dressing like A Goddess for the Holidays
By Janet Wood Cunlif
The wonderful experience of life is that everyday is a holiday for a Goddess. However, since we live in a land of mere mortals, it is interesting to observe their festivals of celebration.
Valentines Day, the celebration of Love, is perhaps the one holiday that is divinely appointed for us. How we dress, is decided on by what mortal event we will be attending. But the most important aspect of being a Goddess is that we do it with flair.
There is so much that can be done with a sequined long scarf, it can add jazz to a pair of pants and a sweater, illuminate the little black dress, or added to a suit, the standard work outfit mingles easily at a cocktail party.
Wear it draping down at the bodice, crossed at the shoulder where it is secured with a divine broach, guaranteed to catch everyone‖s eye.
Or if the scarf is wide enough, it can be substituted for a blouse. Wrap it around your neck, bringing the long ends to a -vee- at the waist of your skirt, or pants and tuck it in. Worn with a jacket, it casts a spell of naughty and nice.
As Goddesses we know what mere mortals do not, our power derives from
within. “Less is more” can never be overstated. We know that when we are choosing our clothing for
an event, we accent our best feature by choosing what will show it off, be it a sweater, dress, or accessory. The secondary pieces (jewelry, coats, boots or shoes) flatter and bring attention to the main show, not distract. There is nothing sadder than watching a “wanna-be-Goddess” put on long earrings, many necklaces, low cut top, big belt, bracelets galore, and rings on all fingers, coupled with stiletto boots or heels as she strives for attention. Study, Jennifer Hudson, Angelia Jolie, Queen Latifah, Oprah, Jennifer Lopez, and one of the grandest Goddesses of all Sophia Loren; their manner of walking, talking and making an entrance says it all. Their wear their clothes, their clothes do not wear them.
The best thing about being a Goddess is that no matter whether you are a “Goddess in training”, “Prime of Life Goddess” or a “Senior Goddess” once you have the power it‖s always yours.
How to Pick the Perfect Little Black Dress
Coco Chanel 1920’s first little black dress
Tips to consider when looking for a little black dress:
∞ The first quality you should look for in the perfect little black dress is fabric. Your little piece of perfection must consist of a lightweight fabric. It reinsures your
dress is flatting to your curves all year round at any event or occasion.
∞ Second, the length must be appropriate for any event or occasion. The perfect length would resides in between two points on your legs, which are an inch above your knee, point one, and point two is mid-calf. Point one keeps you from
looking like a tramp and point two keeps your dress in the little black dress category. But both points can be worn at any business events and at any special occasions; and with the right accessories of course.
∞ The third quality your little black dress should have is comfort. Your dress is supposed to make a women feel and look sexy and comfort is part of it. If you don’t look or feel comfortable and sexy than that dress isn’t for you.
∞ Lastly, your neckline choice should frame your face and compliment your accessories and vice-visa. Oral faces can wear all necklines, especially high necklines. V neckline dresses are better worn by women with a round face. A square shaped face would look better in a modified cowl necklines.
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Macys-Lauren by Ralph Lauren
Classic Little Black Dress Style Demo
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Avenue
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Catherines
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Type Z
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Forever21
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JCPenny – Bisou Bisou
$69.00
Tommy Hilfiger
macys.com
$14.99 over sweater
Burvaceous Boutique
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Lane Bryant
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Sfaux Fur
onestopplus.com
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Forever21
$5.80 Ring
Forever21
$6.80 Necklace
Forever21
The Sweet Treatment
Treat Your Skin to Sinful Chocolate
We love the creamy texture and to-die-
for taste of this confection. Most of us
appreciate the health benefits of dark chocolate
it‖s chock-full of
antioxidants and
in moderate
amounts may
help lower blood
pressure and
prevent heart
disease. Now
spas amend the Unites States claims that the
antioxidants found in real chocolate and cocoa
are the essentials of chocolate and when
applied to the skin, it can fit free radicals that
damage the externally just as it does internally.
Chocolate may slow visible signs of aging and
the caffeine found in the chocolate may also
help to
visually
diminish
cellulite.“Choc
olate‖s effects
on the skin
are not
entirely
hocus-pocus,” said by Dr. Michael Goldman of
the Dermatology Cosmetic Laser Associates of
Le Jolla Inc. in La Jolla, California. He continued
on with saying, “We know that caffeine applied
as a topical cream is an excellent way to
decrease cellulite. It‖s not a huge stretch to
think that a chocolate bath or wrap would
improve cellulite”. Although there are few
studies testing the effects on human skin of
chocolate or cocoa Dr. Goldman believes their
By - Eugenia Saphire
antioxidant content could have anti- ageing
effects as well. According to Dr. Carolym Jacob
of Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology
one study showed that cocoa extracts applied
topically decreased the rate at which hairless
mice developed wrinkles. However, Dr. Jacob
thanks more studies need to be done on humans
to aid in proven its effects. But as Dr. Goldman
says, “If chocolate makes you feel better, you
love the scent and there might be some
penetration onto the skin with antioxidants go
for it! This Valentine‖s Day pamper your body
and soul with some chocolate themed
indulgences. Try a chocolate spa; the chocolate
spa at the Hotel Hershey in Hershey, PA; serves
up a Whipped Cocoa Bath for $45.00 made
with real cocoa powder and powdered milk.
You also sample its Cocoa Facial Experience for
$165.00 Chocolate Bean Polish for $65.00. For
more information please go on
www.chocolatespa.com (877) 772-9988.
For more at home sweet treatments
Bellalucce.com (800) 485-3075: Chocolate Silk
Bath Bubbles $23.00, Peruuian Chocolate
Penewing $21.50
Perlier.com (877) 737-5353: Dark Chocolate
Body Balm - $30.00, Dark Chocolate Tale -
$14.50, Dark Chocolate Bath and Shoven Cream
- $18.50
The Weekend Goddess-5 outfits in one bag
Right about now a warm weather gateways sound like just the ticket we have been looking for. The winter season has left much of the nation covered with snow and looking for a quick easy warm weekend getaway. But airlines checked baggage charges and our fuel- efficient vehicles with smaller trunk space calls for packing smart and light. No worries Goddess Traveling in style is still a can-do. Well chosen, tailored essentials and savvy accessories mingle to produce a weekends‖ worth of outfits you can carry along in a single over sized- Lote on a small suitcase… with room left for fun!!!
Day 1-Travel
A light jacket is a must for changing weather throughout the weekend and can be slipped on and off to energize what you‖re wearing. A versatile scarf puts a twist on your weekend wardrobe.
Night 1-Dinner
A classic dress goes on the distance with strapped heels and signature accessories with end your night happily ever after
Day 2- Comfy Cool
A soft, ethereal lounger tucks easily into your carry on. Wear to relax on your balcony, patio or at poolside while sinking into a great read.
Night 2- Dance Club
A slim vest, striking black pants and sexy heels will get you ready for a night full of dancing
Day 3 Day of Shopping
Remember you can incorporated your scarf or hat from one of the previous days to a cute flirty simply dress that lovers your curves
Night 3- Dinner
Round 2 rewind those black pants and pair them with a sassy top on a stand out color will be the just the right accent to complete your relaxing weekend.
By - Eugenia Saphire
Tips on Makeup for this Season!!!
Mission: To create a beautiful look fast and simple.
Eyes: 1.) Earth Tone Shades and Neutral Colors such as Champagne or a taupe for a natural look are very trendy this year.
Start by applying the shadow on the lower lid. Covering the lid from the inner eye to the outer corner of the eye. Then apply the second shadow
above the crease of your eye across this entire section of the eye. Blend the two colors so that no line of colors is visible. It should look like the colors fade into one another. Apply some eye liner use a pencil or liquid. Apply to the lower lid and follow your eyelash line for a guide. Apply Mascara 2 coats for a long lash effect. Eye Brows: 1) Clean up the eye brow from any shadow and brush on a Brown or black shadow to fill in the brow and make uniform and natural. This will allow you to create a longer or thicker eyebrow depending on your choice.
Cheeks: 1). The Cheeks apply blush in a "C" pattern on the apple of the cheek and extending to the top of cheek bone. Choose a color that will create a natural pinkish glow. Lips: 1) To finish off The Lips should be lined with lip pencil. (Choose a color that matches your lipstick color.) The color that seems to be popping out every where is Flesh Tones Pinks and Nudes. For better coverage Line and fill in the lips and then apply lipstick color this will prevent colorless lips and create Luscious Defined lips. Then apply a gloss for that sexy effect!! ******You can all ways use a splash of bright or bold color!!!! When stepping out in the evening, or to a special event. Just Remember to choose a color that complements your skin tone and the attire you are wearing for your event.
This years Hair Styles vary from either the straight or sleek with a side bang where you can put a part in the middle of the head or a side part is always cute. You can pump up the volume and create long tressels of curls with a side bang also. The Natural look is always current and simple to maintain.
For those
Glamorous parties put the hair in a pony tail and place the pony tail low on the head. Once this is done take a piece of hair and wrap around the hair band and pin so that the band is not exposed. Clean up the fly away hairs by spraying a little hair spray and brushing back. Then brush the tail you can then begin to curl sections of hair and leave loose, or make a braid and wrap hair around and pin to secure in place.
Remember Ladies a clean polished look always works well. For those Ladies with short sassy hair use a gloss for shine, or maybe a styling spritz Mega Hold to hold that hair in place for those flip styles and for holding curls in place and use a flat iron to create a spiky and textured look. Section the hair in the direction you want the hair to go. Then flat iron in the direction desired and then spritz in place. Use a rat tail comb that is heat resistant to straighten hair and for sectioning as well. Play with the hair before sprit zing
******Remember to always use styling tools that are for heat treated hair so that you
protect the hair from excessive exposure to Thermal Styling. Moisturize the hair and once a week use a clarifier to remove build up of styling products on the hair. Your Hair is a non verbal expression of how you feel on the inside!!!
The Natural look is always current and simple to maintain.
Trendy Simple Hair Styles- For the year of 2011
Top Ten Valentines Day Tips to Keep your Hunny Happy
By – Brazilia Moda
Saint Valentine's Day
(commonly shortened to Valentine's Day) is an annual commemoration held on
February 14 celebrating love and affection between intimate companions. The day is named after one or more early Christian martyrs named Valentine and was established by Pope Gelasius I in 500 AD. It was deleted from the Roman calendar of saints in 1969 by Pope Paul VI, but its religious observance is still permitted. It is traditionally a day on which lovers express their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering confectionery, and sending greeting cards (known as "valentines"). The day first became associated with romantic love in the circle of Geoffrey Chaucer in the High Middle Ages, when the tradition of courtly love flourished. Information provided by Wikipedia Ok now that we have some of the history go ahead and make your own Valentine history by letting the person you are with know that not only on a calendar date you will tell them I love you but that always that your heart beats it is saying I love you WOW good one wink wink. Unique Valentine Gift Ideas 1. M&M candies that you can order with what you would like to have them say go on a special date you can add a picture artwork message its fun: Here is their link http://www.mymms.com
2. Give a dozen roses and do it with a creative twist.
Give eleven red roses and one white rose. Attach a note that reads: "In every bunch there's one who stands out and you are that one." 3. Home-made coupons for backrubs foot rubs doing the dishes or any house work of their choosing. And there are those other special coupons enough said wink, wink.... 4. Make their favorite meal and you can have it
at home or the beach if you are in a warm climate. If at home fill the room with white and red balloons, get a couple of friends together and just start filling the balloons up and go crazy. Some for the walls and floor and
you can fill some up with helium and put some balloons with white and others with red and these can go to the ceiling and it will be such a wonderful look. 5. Go on a special date think about something your valentine truly enjoys, that you made have heard them say in the past. It could be dancing, movies etc… 6.Build a little suspense you can leave notes on the wall as though it was a treasure hunt leaving clues to where they can find there gift but when you leave a note leave a clue with a little extra candy a single flower even something you know will bring a smile to them. 7. Breakfast in bed. Dedicate a favorite song to your Valentine on a radio show that he or she will be listening to.
8. If you are unable to be with your sweetheart build up again for this day and send a card each day with one letter on it and let them know to save them all and by Valentine‖s Day depending when you send them it will spell out your message it can be I Love You, I Miss You, Your My Heart something that is short and sweet. And if they are going away on a trip you can leave love notes in their luggage put it in different places. Don‖t limit this idea to just Valentine‖s Day! 9. You can make a cd of your favorite pictures and add your favorite song you can do this with windows program or some free programs they offer online. And if you have a different program and are very computer savvy go crazy and enjoy. 10. Give her a gift certificate for any of the following: professional massage, day at a spa,
manicure, and pedicure, facial from a local spa or nail salon. And if
you have small children you can
send them cards in the mail they would love this. You can make posters for each of the parent‖s one for dad that mom will help make and one for mom that dad will make. This day is for showing love for each other so! Let‖s show lots of love!!!!!
By Natasha Mack
Do you want to manage
your weight, control stress,
and increase the production
of "good cholesterol” levels
without medications,
strenuous exercising, and a
gym membership? Walking
can address all of the
above, along
with lowering
cholesterol,
blood
pressure, and
reducing your
risk of Type II
Diabetes.
Listed below
are the
answers to
the Who,
What, Where,
When, and
How questions of walking.
WHO can benefit from
starting a walking regimen?
EVERYONE! So grab a
friend, spouse, or your pet,
and get going! Advantages
of walking solo? You can set
your own pace, location,
and listen to the play list I
put together for your MP3
player. WHAT will you need
to get started? A
comfortable pair of walking
shoes!!! To amp up your
routine, you can purchase a
pair of those specialty
sneakers that are designed to increase muscle
activity. Dress in loose layers on top, but on the
bottom opt for form fitting bottoms made out
of spandex to reduce friction from rubbing
thighs. A pedometer to track progress. WHERE
should I walk? Around your block, the mall, a
nearby park, or a high school’s racing track. The
point is to pick somewhere readily accessible to
you, then vary it up by changing
locations. If alone, avoid hiking
trails and parks that aren’t
heavily populated. If walking at
night, invest in reflective tape,
so that motorist can see you.
WHEN should I start walking?
You can walk in the morning
before work or school to get
you rejuvenated for your day,
but if time doesn’t permit, you
can walk after work, once
you’ve had your dinner. Don’t
have time for either? Use your
30-60 minute break at work to walk around the
neighborhood. Be flexible and you fit walking
into EVERY situation. HOW do I stay motivated?
Set your goals small. For beginners, aim for 15
to 25 minutes, five days a week. As you begin to
build up endurance, increase your time every
other day. If you miss a day, don’t beat yourself
up, just start over the next day. The point is,
don’t STOP! When listening to the play list I’ve
compiled for you, take note. The Warm-up is to
reflect on the PAST, how you are now taking
steps to a healthier future. The Workout is to
pump you up for your walking journey, in your
PRESENT state. The Cool Down is the reward for
all your hard work, and a glimpse into your
bright FUTURE!!!
WALKING GODDESS ON THE MOVE!!!!!
PLAY LIST
WARMUP: 5 Minutes
"Soul Man" Sam & Dave
"Can’t Get Enough of Your Love Baby" Barry White
"I’m Walking" Mary Mary
WORKOUT: 15- 30 Minutes
"Think" Aretha Franklin
"Walking on Sunshine" Katrina & The Waves
"Escapade" Janet Jackson
"Single Ladies" Beyonce
"Get Down Tonight" K.C. and the Sunshine Band
"How Will I Know" Whitney Houston
COOL DOWN
: 5 Minutes
"Holiday" Madonna
"Big Girls Don’t Cry" Fergie
"I Can See Clearly Now" Jimmy Cliff
After a day's walk everything has twice its usual value!!!
- George Macauley Trevelyan
By Lee Ann Buttery
The cold climate is unfortunately conducive to dry, ashy skin and chapped, cracked lips. No goddess wants to deal with that. So how can we goddesses avoid these winter blunders? Continue reading on how to achieve soft skin in spite of the freezing season.
Use the Right Cleanser
Cleansing is the first step to achieving softer, smoother skin. Avoid soaps and cleansers that are drying to the skin such as Ivory soap and gel-based body washes. Instead, use cleansers that have moisturizing properties such as Dove soap and Aveeno Daily
Moisturizing Body Wash.
Exfoliate
Remember to slough off dead surface cells by exfoliating your body
after you‖ve cleansed in the shower. Bear in mind that it is not necessary to exfoliate every day- two or three times a week should suffice. There are a plethora of great body scrubs on the market. For instance, Bath and Body Works offers a large array of body scrubs- especially their aromatherapy collection that not only exfoliates the skin, but also is therapeutic to the soul. They come in a variety of scents such as Stress Relief- Tranquil Mint, Energy-Orange Ginger and Sleep- Lavender Chamomile. A true goddess harmonizes her mind, body and spirit. What better way to do that than
a multi-purpose beauty product such as BABW Aromatherapy Sugar Body Scrubs?
Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize
Every goddess knows to at least moisturize her precious skin. The best time to saturate your skin with a moisturizer is post-shower- especially when your skin is still slightly damp. That way, your skin will absorb the product more effectively. Choose a rich body cream, lotion or body butter such as Nivea Body Smooth Sensation Daily Lotion.
Don‖t Neglect Your Puckers
Before you apply your lip-gloss or lipstick, don‖t forget to treat your lips like you treat the rest of your body. After you‖ve brushed your teeth, gently brush your lips with the same toothbrush as this will help remove dead skin cells. A more elaborate way to exfoliate your puckers is to use an exfoliater that is specifically made for dry, chapped lips. Try Philosophy Kiss Me Exfoliating Scrub or BeautiControl Lip Apeel. The Lip Apeel has a dual purpose as it includes a lip scrub and lip moisturizer- perfect for any winter goddess. With these tips, your skin will love you and be totally winter goddess-worthy.
Winter Goddess, How to Have the Softest Skin....
By- Rylian S. Cooper
The first step to dressing a curvy body is to know your shape and be comfortable with your shape. You must know what shape your body is in. Are you more of a pear shape, where most of your weight is on the bottom? Are you an ice cream cone shape, where your weight is at the top and slim at the bottom? Are you rectangular, where your shoulders and hips are the same width? Are you are circle, where all of your weight is evenly distributed? Take a look at yourself in the mirror and be honest with the curvature of your body.
The good thing about curves is that with all of the twist and turns of your body, it
makes your clothes fit differently from everyone else. A curvy body is built on a good foundation, so we must start with the proper undergarments.
Bra fittings are a must. Our bodies go
through so many changes such as weight fluctuations and comfort levels that we have to make the proper adjustments. Make sure that you get a bra fitting at least once a year, especially if you see
“Dressing a Curvy Body”
changes in how the bra is supporting you. Be sure to look for signs that indicate you need a bra fitting such as bulges on the sides and the “cup runneth over effect” where all of your breast are not safely secure in your bra.
Now that we have the top part taken care of, we can focus on the bottom. If you‖re not heavy on the top and carry most of your weight on your lower half, be sure to invest in a good body shaper. Body shapers or girdles will make your body look more firm as if you‖ve spent hours in the gym. When choosing your body shaper, make sure that it has some kind of boning in it that will smooth away the rolls and bumps that you want to hide. The girdle should be tight, but not uncomfortable. If you feel it
cutting into your skin that means it is too small and poorly constructed—throws it away immediately and rubs some cocoa butter on the marks left by the girdle, so you won‖t have any scars. With your foundation taken care of, you are now ready to enjoy your clothes. Be sure to pick styles that show your curves to their fullest potentials. Never wear oversized clothes because that will make you look bigger and slouchy.
Make sure your clothes have a
shape to them other than the box look. Don‖t be afraid to try colors, patterns, and to accessorize with belts that will allow you to define your waist. Define your true silhouette by not settling for whatever is on the rack at the stores. If an outfit fits well, but you want to add a personal touch to it, invest in a tailor that could be found at your local cleaner. Sometimes designers do not take into consideration the way a plus-size body is made, so they automatically make copies of the same outfit with a bad shape that doesn‖t hug the body correctly. So, with a tailor, they can cut a seam here, add a dart there, and now you have a custom outfit made just for you.
My advice to anyone that is wondering how to dress their curves the
right way is to take chances, play dress up in the dressing room if you have to and get lost in fashion. Once you know what shapes work for you, you‖ll be able to enjoy the shopping experience. Do not be discouraged by an outfit that doesn‖t work on the first try; it just wasn‖t for
you, on to the next outfit or store! Also, be sure to not be blinded by the number in the garment. If it fits well and was made just for you, that‖s all that matters. Fashion is
all about fun and expressing yourself, so why not take full advantage of that in this lifetime.
Budget savvy looks for the New Years
By Eugenia Saphire
Weekend means no hold barred. You’re free to be exactly who you are, out mingling, spending time with the people who interest you the most and you embrace all of your
sexy goddess like curves. Turn your to-do list into an expressive game of budget-wise style with sassy dresses, comfy cardigans and well put together pieces that leave your friends asking where did you purchased such an eye catching outfit while the men you encounter
are left head turning and love struck.
Lace Front Wig
In the “wig world” there are many different assortments, types, styles, and even colors of the
wigs that you can purchase. In my opinion the lace front wigs are the best to choose from. They are the most realistic of any type of wig. The manufactures of the lace front wigs starts by hand-tying the strands of hair to a lace base so it gives the illusion of the hair actually growing from the persons scalp. You can basically tell people that your hair grew over night!!! Your friends can stare up close and yet they won‖t notice any
difference. The lace front wig is more comfortable and more natural than a hard front wig. Numerous celebrities including; Tyra Banks, Beyonce, Lil Kim, and also Ru Paul, are wearing the lace front wigs, to give them the most natural appearance and latest style. The different styles you can transform your wig into are
endless, it can be worn in high ponytails, chignons, or flowing down, parted in any direction you wish with a natural scalp appearance. If you have thinning hair,alopecia/balding, chemotherapy patient, or just want a change in fashion or style this style is definitely for you. Lace front wigs will last a lifetime, with minor repairs if cared for properly. You can wear them for 1 day or up to 3 weeks before removing, shampooing and reinstalling. It might be a little pricy but it is well worth it in the end for a beautiful wig.
The country is in a recession, millions of Americans are unemployed and basically, money is an issue all over. So what‖s a fashionista to do? Especially a plus size one…we already have issues with shopping and finding clothes that not only fit us properly and flatter us but that are also fashionable.
As the saying goes, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” The recessionista has emerged! There are deals to be had out there. But you have to be willing to do some work and some research. Nothing ever comes easy, let me tell you.
Here are some of my essential shopping tips when on a budget, which I hope will help my fellow recessionistas in keeping both your wallet and closet in good shape.
Tip #1: Make some email, Facebook and Twitter connections with your favorite retailers
Make a list of retailers you love to shop with. Then do your research, look up their official
websites via Google or Bing. When on their site,
sign up for their emails. Most retailers also have a link on their homepage, which will allow you to follow them on Facebook and Twitter. Usually, you will receive an email from the retailer 1-2 times a week, notifying you of their latest sales and at times, offering you coupons to use online and/or in-store. With Facebook and Twitter, you will be updated daily. Most often, giveaways and time-sensitive deals will be posted on Facebook and Twitter more frequently.
For example, Torrid has been doing these lunchtime deals that last from 12-6pm Pacific Standard Time. They usually send out an email first but on Facebook, they continue to post the countdown to the sale. So if you have forgotten about it and are now on Facebook, you will get a reminder, which is great!
Hint, hint…in my opinion, Twitter has become the best vehicle in promoting sales. I love to travel and I have gotten great airfare deals via Twitter. JetBlue actually has what they call JetBlue Cheeps, which are last minute very
The Age of the Recessionista
By- Marcy Cruz
cheap fares that they post every Monday. So become “friends” with your fave retailer (or airline) today and you will save BIG.
Tip #2: Regularly check coupon and deal websites for great deals
Websites like Slickdeals and Fat Wallet post their best found deals on the front page of their sites. I make it a point to check these sites first thing in the morning and then in the evening. I actually got a pair of jeans on JCPenney.com for $8 from seeing the deal on Slickdeals. But be advised, these deals tend to sell out quickly so if you see a deal you want to get in on, don‖t wait too long. I have seen deals go dead in a matter
of hours.
Coupon sites like Coupon Mountain and Coupon Cabin also
have an abundance of coupons that you may not know about because they have not been mentioned in an email or on Facebook or Twitter. There will be times when you have not seen a coupon from a retailer for over a week or two and you need to hit the store. These
coupon sites help a lot during those times of need.
Tip #3: Time your shopping trips during the seasons
There are two seasons in the retail world: Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter. Spring/Summer items are usually launched in mid-January. Fall/Winter launches in late July. So if you time your shopping excursions, you might just be able to score some wear-now items on sale because the retail season is ending. For example, I just went to Avenue yesterday and all their winter stuff is on sale (up to 75% off) and their Spring items are out on display. Clearance was up to 80% off. I bought 3 tops and a pair of leggings for $24. Not bad, huh?
I do advise that if you see an item at the beginning of the season that you must have (like a coat, jacket or dress) and you are on either side of the size range (a size 14/16 or a 26/28, 30/32), don‖t wait too long to buy it because those sizes tend to sell out first. The 18/20‖s usually sell out last. Just make sure you have a coupon when purchasing that item so you still save!
Tip #4: Hit the clearance rack first and bypass the new items in front
Usually, the newest items are placed in the front area of the store with the clearance items way in the back. Some stores do tend to be more aggressive when they need to move merchandise and will have some clearance racks in the front of the store but that‖s not the norm. I usually head to the back and work my
way up to the front. That way, I hit the clearance racks first and usually find everything I need there without tempting myself to buy something new that‖s not on sale.
Be prepared to dig and go through racks. Sometimes it can be exhausting but well worth it, if you find a few gems. I remember once digging into the clearance racks at Macy‖s in their plus section. After spending an hour (!) going thru racks, I found a DKNY dress for $10, an INC top for $7 and a Tommy Hilfiger tee for $7. Plus, I had a 15% off coupon so I was over the moon with that purchase! Diligence and patience are key. Also, it helps if you take a friend with you so that you can split the racks between the two of you.
Tip #5: Know what you‖re looking for beforehand
This is all about “need” vs. “want”. Those hot pink leggings might be $6 but do you really need them? Don‖t just buy something impulsively because it‖s on sale. Sure, you think you‖re saving money but that could be $6 you can spend on something else that you really need.
Also, buy what looks flattering on you. Try things on. Don‖t buy something that is ill fitting because it is on sale.
Lastly, stick with key pieces. Make a list of key items you need in your wardrobe and don‖t stray away from that list. Key pieces are timeless
and can be worn for many seasons to come. So it is truly an investment when buying key pieces such as a blazer, a pair of nice trousers, and etc. These are items you can carry over season to season.
Tip #6: Comparison shopping is key
The power of the shopper is that we have the power to shop around and find the best deal. We
don‖t have to settle for the first item we find. Comparing prices really helps when looking for key pieces.
So shop around online and in-store. See what deals each retailer is offering plus whatever coupons or shipping deals you can get. Sometimes online
retailers offer free shipping and that‖s a great way to get items cheaper. Use online
shopping comparison websites such as Google
Shopping, Price Grabber.com, and Shopzilla to help you
in comparing items.
Just remember to buy true to size since you won‖t be able to try it on until it arrives in the mail. If it doesn‖t fit, you‖ll have to send it back. Some stores, such as Lane Bryant, allow you to return in-store but not all retailers offer this option. So be sure to read the fine print and know the retailer‖s return policy before ordering.
Tip #7: It pays to be nice while in the store
A few months ago, I was in Toronto, visiting a friend and I went shopping at Penningtons, which is a plus size retailer in the area. The salespeople at Penningtons are wonderful. They come over and are very helpful. During this particular shopping trip, I was being really nice and chatty. I sincerely complemented the salesgirl on her dress and she proceeds to tell me that she bought it at the store and that it will be put on clearance for $5 next week. Wow! Well, after telling her that I was just visiting and would not be able to come back next week, she was nice enough to go in the stockroom and pull a dress for me. I got my $5 dress!
I have gotten coupons from people standing in line with me at the register or from sales girls‖ in-store. Sometimes it doesn‖t hurt to be nice to the cashier and then ask her if she has any coupons you can use. It‖s not exactly procedure, I will admit. But it‖s worth a try. In the end, it does pay to be nice.
Tip #8: Don‖t dismiss vintage, secondhand stores as well as Craigslist, eBay and flea markets
There are great finds in vintage and secondhand shops. There are even a growing number of these shops geared towards the plus size customer. In Brooklyn, New York, there is a shop called Re/Dress that carries size 12-32 and they have items from an array of plus size designers such as Monif C and Abby Z. In Toronto, Canada, there is a shop called Curvy Consignments that offers great pieces in sizes 14 – 32. In this case, Google is your friend. Just type in “plus size vintage <your city name
here>” or “plus size consignment <your city name here>” and see what results you get.
Craigslist and eBay are also great ways to find plus size clothing on the cheap. Most of the sellers on eBay will allow you to buy the item at that moment so there is no need to stress over
bidding for it. As always, be careful with who you do business with. Check their ratings and other buyer‖s reviews before making your purchase. Same with Craigslist – always be careful with what ads you respond to. The safest ones are usually those promoting apartment sales and big clothing sales. Always read the ad in full and ask lots of questions so you know everything up front and there are no misunderstandings.
Shopping on a budget is not easy but it is possible, if you are willing to do the research and footwork. It‖s all in the name of fashion – and well worth it when you find that one item that makes you fall in love with its look and its price. Happy shopping, my fellow recessionistas!
The Perfect Pout
Women have had questions for years
about their lips. What is the best shade
lipstick? What about the shape? How can I
fix the unevenness and discoloration? Fear no
more ladies the prefect pout is only a few
simple steps away.
How to apply
Start from the bow or center of lips. You can
use a lip brush or straight from the container.
Start with a down stroke on both sides of your
upper lip. Then across the bottom lip from
corner to corner. Once you have the color in
place blot so that you pick up any excess
color. You do not want lipstick on your teeth.
Longer lasting Color
To make your color last longer you can fill
your lips completely in with a lip liner and
apply color, or once your color is completely
on place tissue over your lips. Take your
powder brush
and apply loose powder over the tissue. It
should last longer than normal wear.
Gloss
Not into lipstick lip then gloss is a great
option. It is sheer fun. There is nothing hotter
for an evening or weekend look then shiny,
sexy, sultry lips. Lip gloss can range from full
pigment (which means a little thicker in
texture and richer color), medium (moderate
thickness with color), and sheer (not as thick
with see through color). Experiment with
color and texture.
By – Michelle Carter
A word from the Artist
Your lips are screaming for a change if you
wear the same shade daily. Boost up your
perfect pout by trying a little bit lip gloss in
the middle of your bottom lip. It is great for
an evening lip or just plain fun all around. It
is fun to try something new and different.
Grab your
girlfriends, and
make it a
shopping day for
your new shade
of gloss or
lipstick. Please
remember to
protect the lips
with a SPF. If you do not like gloss there are
several companies that make colored lip balm
with and without SPF if you are allergic. If
your lipstick has a tendency to bleed (color
runs into the wrinkles or creases around the
lips) try the long wear lip products. They stay
in place once applied but, can be drying. Use
lip liner afterwards for definition and a more
polished appearance. There is a special non
sticky lip gloss that comes with it to apply
over color. Oil products break the seal of the
long wear formula.
Recommendations
Pink – is a HOT
color that looks
great on everyone.
Remember there are
different shades
from pale to knock
your socks off. Find
the shade that is perfect you.
I want to hear from you. If there is a topic
that you want covered in the future makeup
columns. Please email me so that I can
research it and get you the answers you need.
So back to the fairytales
I often think that the princess‖s in old fashioned fairytales lead very sheltered lives and somewhat pampered boring ones at that, I mean sitting around waiting to get rescued please save me from boredom.
I mean who really gets to have all the fun and adventure? I mean yes there are some kick butt princesses out there, but look at sleeping beauty asleep for 100years or until kissed, snow white-cook and cleaner to 7 little men, poisoned and then yep asleep, Cinderella another glorified maid, etcetera but you see the point
Whilst as a woman we all think we want to be treated like princess and hey being spoilt on occasion is wonderful it isn‖t something that is going to make us happy if we get it all the time! Let‖s face it we are going get bored with it sooner or later or just want
more and more.
Now the prince totally gets to have all the fun and adventure. He gets to go on the quest to set the mythical princess free. He gets to slay the dragon (the demons of the past that often bind us in our present day), go on the long quest to set the princess free (the journey inwards towards our true inner self), fight the evil queen/wizard (learn from our mistakes and release the negativity we build up as well as negative self beliefs, and behavior patterns).
Princes often need to learn to be completely in the moment and think on their feet (use their intuition), utilize all the skills they possess (fighting, intelligence, humor, charm, whit, ECT). They are
often full of inner confidence and bravado. (Who couldn‖t use a little bravado in their lives to give us the courage to face those things we fear) and in general they go fearlessly traipsing into danger to rescue the princess and find love and happiness. We need to go fearlessly through life, to walk our talk and live the adventure and believe we can make it through the obstacles and brick walls that life throws in our path, I know for me I would much rather follow in the princes footsteps than be a pampered princess! Sure it‖s tougher to be the prince, more work, more challenges but if you truly think about it it is also far more rewarding. So the next time you‖re faced with a choice, maybe it‖s time to choose to be the prince (metaphorically speaking) rather than the princess.
Till next we meet on life‖s journey, enjoy the adventures life has to offer you, go forth fearlessly and with confidence knowing that you can choose which role you want to play.
By – Amanda Christina
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