Business Spotlight: February 2009

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Okay Sisters, as promised we have chosen the first business for our Monthly Business Spotlight.  I recently had the pleasure of meeting a lovely young woman who has used her God given talent to create an educational board game for children.  Robin Walker has an infectious smile and her face just glows when she begins [...]

The History of Black History Month

February marks the beginning of Black History Month, a federally recognized, nation-wide celebration that provides the opportunity for all Americans to reflect on the significant roles that African Americans have played in the shaping of U.S. history. But how did this celebration come to be — and why does it take place in February?                                            [...]

Money Matters: Budgeting

Check out this website for Guilt Free Budgeting: http://financialplan.about.com/cs/budgeting/a/GuiltFreeBudget.htm Be sure to share how you budget your money. Related Blogs Related Blogs on budgeting Gas Savings and Budgeting Star in a Geezeo Ad! Four Ways to Legally Clear Credit Card Debt 6 Ways to Sell Your Stuff Back to Basics: How to Improve Your Credit [...]

How Do I Wash My Face?

All experts agree that washing your face is the first and most essential step in your face care regimen.  It is important because it removes surface dirt and oil that collects during the day and it helps to the prep the skin for the steps that come afterward.  It may seem trivial, but it helps [...]

Benefits of Exercising for Women Part 2

I have found and experienced some wonderful benefits of exercising!  I know it can be hard to get started, but it is well worth it.  The short and and long term benefits of keeping your body moving will out weigh dragging yourself to go exercise.  Our bodies were created to move and not be sedentary.  [...]

Benefits of Exercising for Women Part 1

I have found and experienced some wonderful benefits of exercising!  I know it can be hard to get started, but it is well worth it.  The short and and long term benefits of keeping your body moving will out weigh dragging yourself to go exercise.  Our bodies were created to move and not be sedentary.  [...]

Be Sure to Tell the Teacher…

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School is back in session.  Our children are now back in the hands of educators who pour all of the knowledge they can into them.  At the start of each school year, parents and teachers form partnerships designed to maximize the potential of every student.  As in any working relationship, communication is the key.  As [...]

Back to School

For most of us, school is either already in session or just about to begin.  Whether you are a student yourself or you have children in the school system, you have some knowledge of the many pressures of student life.  Students encounter various forms of peer pressure and increasingly more challenging academic expectations (we have [...]

Reading For Our “Brown Babies”

Having two children, I am always looking for books or things that will stimulate them intellectually.  As many of you know, reading is one of the most important things you can do to get your children on the right track.  As an African-American, I also believe that it is important that our children see positive [...]