1966 magazine july 2015 issue
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Going on a summer holiday? We break down exactly what to pack to get those heads turning as you jet around. Also, besides showcasing the trends of 2015 be sure to scroll through our preview of designer Resort 2016 collections. It’s never to early to plan ahead in the world of fashion!TRANSCRIPT
JULY ‘15
EDITORS’ MUST HAVE:
JOGGER PANTS
LIFESTYLE:DON’T THROW
AWAY YOUR LIFE
MINTNAIL COLOR TREND
TRAVELTOLAUCALA
IN FOCUS -
GABBY DOUGLAS
1966Magazine
Editors In Chief Alicia Suggs and Arianne Suggs
Creative Director Arianne Suggs
Executive Director Alberta Harris
Vice President Marketing Sherry Harris
Editor- at-Large Serena Harris
Senior Fashion Editor Kareem Brasley
Design Director Michael Richardson
Fashion Director Alicia Suggs
Hair Contributor DeAndra Giselle
Beauty Director Ja’Nelle Curry
Accessories Director LaToya Meekins
Managing Editor Shannon Smith
Wine Expert Chrishon Lampley
PHOTO CREDIT: ALEXANNABUTS AND OLLYY
FASHION
BEAUTY
CONTENTS
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JULY 2015 Issue
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CELEBRITY
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HAIR
SPOTLIGHT
LIFESTYLE
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ear Readers,
This month we want you to dream big and shine as brightly as the summer sun. Under our Lifestyle section you will enjoy several inspirational as well as motivational articles to get you on the right track. For instance, we take a closer look into the lives of gymnast Gabby Douglas and Wayne Pickette, the father of the microprocessor. Moreover, learn how to be a true boss lady in order to travel the road less taken and own your own company.
Going on a summer holiday? We break down exactly what to pack to get those heads turning as you jet around. Also, be-sides showcasing the trends of 2015 be sure to scroll through our preview of designer Resort 2016 collections. It’s never to early to plan ahead in the world of fashion!
Lastly, catch up with celebrities, gain beauty knowledge and see how to get one of Beyoncé’s hot hair looks! It is always our hope that these issues help you to feel gorgeous on the inside as well as outside. Happy reading and don’t forget to join us on our social media to tell us what you thought of this issue!
Love Always,
Alicia and ArianneCo-Editors
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GIAMBATTISTA VALLI
RESORT WEAR has hit the runways and we are so excited about all the new fashion trends we are seeing. Some though may wonder what is Resort Wear? Well it’s exactly as it
sounds - clothing you would wear at a resort. This clothing should include nice dress pants, a refined dress and
skirts no higher than knee-length. Check out these designers to help you to create your perfect resort
wear wardrobe.
THE ROW
FALL 2014
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FASHIONABLE MENTION:Valentino Spring 2015 Accessories Collection
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Clock blocks, stripes and boisterous shades…Val-entino is making it clear that fun, bold fashions are the theme of spring. The collection includes shoe wear, handbags and even backpacks with colorful prints and
studded detailing.
THE TRENDORANGE APPEAL
One of the hottest colors of summer is not just for makeup, but can also transform fashions into dynamic accoutrement. If orange packs a little too much heat for your style palette, try incorporat-
ing touches of it in printed garments.
Left:Blayr Asymmetrical Faux-
Wrap Dress $178 bcbg.com
Michael Michael Kors Mini Selma Messenger Bag
$215 vanmildert.com
So Kate 120mm Navy Suede $685
asia.christianlouboutin.com
Center:Women’s High Neck
Rouche Orang Dress $40 axparisusa.com
Charlotte Olympia Linear Pandora Black and Gold
Clutch $2,995 orzieri.com
Paul Andrew Black Gold Strappy Katerini Heels
$1,115 avenue32.com
Right:Vince Camuto Floral Maxi
Dress $158 vincecamuto.com
Saint Laurent Tribute Leather Platform Sandal
$925bergdorfgoodman.comStar Mela Arla Clutch in
Khaki $160 lespommettes.com
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THE TRENDSWIMWEAR: CUT-OUTS
Making a bold statement at the pool or beach is simple: skin.
Left:Agent Provocateur Mazzy
Swimsuit Pink/Black $450
Center:LUCLUC Orange Bandage
Swimwear $42
Right:Lipsy Multi Stripe Cut Out
Swimsuit $43
Left Photo:White Sexy Flower Printed
Swimwear Top & High Waist Swimsuit $20
Right Photo:Bandage Criss Cross One Piece Swimwear Makem-
echic $39
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Work hard then enjoy the fruits of your labor in festive prints, dis-tressed denim and accessories that scream fun in the sun.
ITEM: Floral Poncho Cover-Up $29 stylemoi.nu
White Midkini Frilling Beach top and Graphic Print High Waisted Swimsuit $40 etsy.com
Boohoo Beth Grunge Wash High Cut Frayed Denim Shorts $20 boohoo.com
Aeropostale Faux Leather T-Strap Sandal $14 aeropostale.com
Stone Beach Please Shopper Bag $7.73 newlook.com
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ITEMS1. Free People Tie Back
Printed Brami $48
2. Tinder Strawhat $27
3. Fendi Crystal Embellished Cat
Eye Optyl Sunglasses $495
4. Steve Madden Dezzzy Platform Sandals $107
5. Love Sam Embroi-dered Wide Leg Pant
$218
Being on trend while chill-ing at a resort, doesn’t have
to be a stressful affair for any jet-setting gal. Fully
relax and enjoy the scene as well as atmosphere with
the help of five essential items.
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How many times have you wanted to put on a pair of shoes, but couldn’t locate them in your closet. Don’t be
ashamed, we’ve all had to burrow through a mountain of shoes to find that
perfect pair to match our killer outfit. Unfortunately, it wastes a lot of time
and energy and there’s a good chance you’ll only end up finding one of the
shoes anyway.
Worry no more ladies because we have found the perfect space saving, shoe
organizer for you. It’s a 9 Foot Floor to Ceiling Shoe Tree. The shoe tree holds 36 pairs of shoes and occupies just a
little more than a 12-inch cross section of space. It comes with 6 adjustable, revolving carousels and an accessory basket for belts, socks and other ac-
cessories. The base of the shoe tree is weighted and the commercial-grade
steel pole has a spring-top.
If this sounds like a godsend to you then click on the link to order yours:
http://www.kotulas.com
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PHOTO CREDIT: ANTON OPARIN AND HELGA ESTEB
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Why: These pants are hip, fresh and will have you feeling like you are wearing PJs instead of denim. Pair them with heels and a crop top and you will be rolling deep with the urban couture club.
Item: High Waisted Blue Acid Wash Jogger Pants
Where: modaxpressonline.comRetail: $25
Editor Fashion MUST HAVE
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One of the most forgiving swimwear shapes on the market is designed to help give hips a more slimming appearance. These
halter retro, classical 1950’s designs give the wearer comfortable stretch and an option for a quick transformation. Due to their de-sign these suits can easily be paired with shorts or a relaxed pair
of pants for a quick after swim lunch ensemble.
Left: Mara Hoffman Harvest Cutout Printed Swimsuit $230Center: Mara Hoffman Harvest Cutout Printed Swimsuit $230
Right: Choies Black Strappy Halter Triangle Swimsuit $20
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MoschinoBlack Leather Jacket Backpack
As any hiker would tell you, it’s important to have a good backpack with you to hold all your essential items, especially water. But, of course, you still have to
have a little style. If your wallet can afford it, the Moschino backpack will do the job. It’s so hip and fun that everyone will not just be checking out your nice bum from all your workouts, but they will be ooing and ahhing over this black leather
jacket backpack.
by: Alicia Suggs
AVAILABILITY: Lyst.com
OBSESSION
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If time is money, then it is wise to invest in a stylish
watch in order to keep track of it. Go for golden opulence or opt for a streamlined tick-
er accentuated with color, bling or lively adornments.
Top Row:Michael Kors Parker MK5354 Watch
$300Daniel Wellington St. Mawes Watch
$185Nixon 38-20 Chrono Watch
$350C13 Quartz Bracelet Watch Flower Steel Wristband Round Dial Watch
$4.42
Bottom Row:Komono Estelle Pastel Watch
$90Fossil Riley Multifunction Ceramic
Watch-White $225
Black Silicon Watch $20
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GIANMARCO LORENZI
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CELEBRITYCAST, CREW AND CREATIVE TEAM
‘TURN UP’ DURINGFAMILY TIME SEASON 3 WRAP PARTY
THE PRODUCERS OF “ FAMILY TIME” HOSTED A CAST
AND CREW WRAP PARTYto celebrate the successful completion of
production on season three of Bounce TV’s family-friendly hit series. VIPs in attendance included Executive Producer/Writer/Director Bentley Kyle Evans, Exec. Producer Trenten Gumbs, Producer Stacey Evans Morgan, and
Bounce TV VP of Original Programming/Exec. Producer Ri-Karlo Handy; stars Omar
Gooding, Angell Conwell, Bentley Kyle Evans, Jr., and Jayla Calhoun; guest stars Clayton
Thomas, Shanti Lowry, Judyann Elder, Jason Weaver, Alex Thomas, KJ Smith and a host of crew members, creative team and industry
insiders.
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(L TO R) BENTLEY KYLE, JR.,
JAYLA CALHOUN, OMAR
GOODING AND ANGELL
CONWELL
SHANTI LOWRY (FAMILY
TIME, THE GAME)BENTLEY KYLE EVANS,
OMAR GOODING, AND
RI-KARLO HANDY
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Product: MAC Lady Danger Lipstick
Why: Yes, it’s a little dangerous especially when you wear it alone, but I swear it looks great in photographs. Also a quick tip, if you apply this on your under eye circles, it naturalizes the darkness so that when you apply concealer that pesky un-der eye dilemma is alleviated.
-Arianne Suggs
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BEAUTYMUST-HAVES
EDITOR’S CHOICE:
Product: It’s a 10 miracle leave in product
Why: When I blow my hair out this is always my go to product. Why? There are 10 reasons why - hence the name. But, most importantly it detangles, defrizzes and adds shine. Enough said.
-Alicia Suggs
Revlon Matte Lipstick Nude Attitude $6.99
Artistry Signature Color Limited Edition Artistry Signature Color Sheer
Lipstick $30
Bobbi Brown Sandy Nudes Nail Polish $15
Makeup should never change the true essence of your
beauty. Nude makeup helps achieve the whole “I’m not wearing any makeup” look. Don’t just think that nudes can only work on your face,
they also help achieve a beautiful, healthy nail look. No one will know that your nails aren’t naturally gor-
geous!
BARE IT ALLNUDES
BLACK AND YELLOWUn huh…you know what it is! Make everything in your beauty bag big and try out black and yellow.
SHOP IT!Lancome Color Design Sen-sational Effects Eye Shadow Smooth Hold $20
NYX Macaron Pastel Lippies Lipstick Chambord “Black” $4.55
River Island Paris by Night Eau de Toilette Perfume $20Eos Organic Lip Balm $12
BEAUTY TIPYOUR NAILS SHALL LOOK SO FRESH AND CLEAN, CLEAN WITH THE HELP OF ONE COOL COLOR…MINT. NCLA TAKE A DIP NAIL LACQUER $16
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TEA SHEETRSalon
SALON TEAR SHEET: Don’t know how you want your hair to look next? Whether your hair is short, medium or long all of us here at 1966 have got you covered. Check out these hairstyles and print them out if need be to take with you to show your hair stylist. This month we are letting a Nasty Girl show us how it’s done!
SALON IDEAS: JULY 2015
ANGLED BOB WITH BANGSShort Hair:
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Medium Hair: SIDE SWEEPING PULLED BACK WAVES
PHOTO CREDIT: FEATUREFLASH AND S_BUKLEY
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HIGHLIGHTED BEEHIVE WITH A SIDE SWEPT BANGLong Hair:
Want more ladies? Check back every issue for more hair inspiration.
COURTESY OF:S_BUKLEYFEATUREFLASH
FASHION. BEAUTY. HAIR. LIFESTYLE
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It’s okay if you are feeling a little Sasha Fierce this sea-son because you are defi-nitely not alone! Besides, in music videos Queen Bey rocks a mean pony even on the red carpet. Who can forget her dramatic look from this year’s Met Ball. Make the look your own with the help of a ponytail extension. Or, if you have the length, smooth those tresses back into a hair tie and get to swinging!
Item:Straight Extension Ponytail hairstylesdesign.com
RICK OWENS HEADBAND
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IS THE JHERI CURL MAKING A COME BACK?
The Jheri Curl has many names curl reformation, wave nouveau, perm, etc. Some of the
chemicals may be different in these products but each has the same purpose, to alter the
curl pattern. Since natural hair has become more popular, I have been asked questions on
curl patterns. How can I make my hair more manageable? Is there something to change my
curl pattern? Should I do something to stretch out my curls? How can I stretch them perma-
nently?
As always a thorough consultation is needed before any style change, but its important to
weigh the pros and cons of what these chemicals can do to your hair.
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GET IN TOUCH
DeAndra GiselleHAIR CONTRIBUTOR
www.thebarhairstudio.com email: [email protected] www.facebook.com/TheBarHairStudio
These products are permanent. After years of growing out your
relaxer, do you really want to try another chemical? Even though
your hair is still in a curl pattern, it will permanently alter your hair
until you grow it out similar to the relaxer. Every 6 to 8 weeks you
will need a retouch. The process requires your hair to be straight-
ened first (to loosen up your curl pattern), placed on rods, and then
another solution is added while the hair is in the rods to get the de-
sired curl pattern. The first step of straightening the hair will only
be applied to your roots during the retouch, but the curl solution
goes on the entire hair every time.
Being natural and wearing your curl pattern is a process of trial
and error. You have to find the product combination that works
for you. Will it be frustrating? Yes. Will you have to spend money
to figure out what works for you? Yes. However, the first step is to
find a natural hair specialist who understands different curl pat-
terns. A specialist will be able to show you twist outs, roller sets,
products, etc. that can stretch your curl. No, it won’t be perma-
nent but it will help train your hair to be more manageable.
Before permanently changing your hair weigh the pros and cons
and see if this is really right for you. If you are not willing to take
the risk of the cons, find yourself a natural hair specialist.
PROS: You can choose what-ever curl pattern you want-Your curls will have more stretch when wet or dry-Eliminates frizz and dryness
CONS: Overlapping the first step (the straighten process) over time can cause breakage-Coloring your hair a lighter color is not suggested-You will have to grow out and cut the chemical-Your hair will no longer be natural
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It goes without saying that if microprocessors had not been invented none of us would be able to enjoy all our little electronic devices.
That’s right, smart phones, tablets, iPods and the like would not be possible without microprocessors. They are what allow room-sized
computers to be shrunken to fit into the palm of our hands.
Meet Wayne Pickette, a self-taught electronics prodigy. He formerly worked for Intel in the spring of 1970 and he brought his ideas of com-puter architecture and miniaturization to the project to develop a busi-ness calculator, which then became the first microprocessor, the 4004.
Sadly, all the credit for the invention was given to other Intel workers and Intel also has remained silent on the subject.
It was tough going for Pickette to get his ideas for the microprocessor advanced. He was met with negativity at every turn; he was told that
everything had already been done in computers. They said, “What you want to do is impossible. By the way, you’re crazy.”
FATHER OF THE MICROPROCESSOR
WAYNE D. PICKETTE
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By Serena Harris
In 1971 the Fall Joint Computer Conference was being held in Las Vegas. Pickette thought it would be perfect for showing off his micro-processor, but of course was opposed by the company higher-ups. He eventually funded his own trip to the conference and set up at a small
table. By the third day of the conference there was a line of people out the door waiting to learn about his microprocessor. At that point a company executive gave him an envelope with $2,500.00 and told
him he was doing a good job.
Pickette later learned from a co-worker that the company had intended to fire him after the conference, but on Monday morning the phones were ringing off the hook with interest in his invention and everyone
forgot about their original intention to terminate his employment.Intel refuses to acknowledge the fact that Pickette had a diagram of
his idea completed in early 1968 and the prototype logic hardware was completed while Intel was still forming. However, many of his former co-workers are more than willing to give him the credit and recognize his accomplishments. They often recall the early days of microcom-puter development with fondness. And so it gives all of us at 1966
Magazine great pleasure to also acknowledge the role Pickette played in creating what could arguably be considered one of the greatest
technological advances of the 20th century.
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PHOTO CREDIT: MWOOKIE AND INDYBAY.ORG
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The so-called experts thought she couldn’t
do it. They gave her no chance to win the All-
Around competition for women’s gymnastics.
Sure she had strengths in certain disciplines
associated with the sport, but many felt that
she was not well rounded enough to become
the Olympic All-Around Gold Medalist. Yet that
is exactly what she became.
Gabrielle, better known as Gabby, was in-
troduced to gymnastics by her older sister
Arielle, who was herself a former gymnast. It
didn’t take long for the youngster to develop a
love of the sport and by 2004 she had earned
the title of Gymnastics State Champion of the
state of Virginia. However, for Gabby to pursue
her dream of going to the Olympics she had to
move across country.
She moved to West Des Moines, IA and began
to train under the tutelage of Liang Chow.
Under his guidance she was able to bring
her skills up to an Olympic competition level.
Naturally leaving her family behind and living
with a host family was not easy. However, she
received lots of support from both her family
in Virginia and her new family in Iowa.
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As a result of the move and the training she
received, Gabby went on to win a Team Gold at
the 2011 World Championships and followed
that up with a first place finish at the 2012
Olympic Trials which earned her the only guar-
anteed spot on the team. Once at the 2012
Olympic Games, Gabby really turned on the
talent and won not only an Olympic Team Gold
but also the Women’s Gymnastics Olympic
All-Around Title. She became the first African-
American woman to win the All-Around and
the first woman ever to win Team Gold and the
All-Around Medal at the same Olympics.
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As things stand right now, Gabby
has every intention of defending
her title and competing in the
2016 Olympic Games to be held
in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Given the
drive and determination she has
displayed in competition it seems
pointless to wish her well in her
2016 bid. But we will anyway, you
go Gabby, bring home the Gold…
again!
PHOTO CREDIT: S_BUKLEY, HELGA ESTEB, RON FOSTER SHARIF AND RENA SCHILD
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On average you have a total of five seconds to make
a good impression when you first meet someone.
Consider how quickly that five seconds goes by
when you’re talking to a new prospect, on an inter-
view, or meeting your date for the first time.
Talk about pressure!
Would having a deeper insight into how people tick
help you to cultivate that relationship even in the first
five seconds? You bet it would.
You might even be surprised to learn that spotting
how a person wants to receive their information is a
teachable skill. When you discover how others want
to receive their information, which comes from your
natural wiring, watch how quickly you can develop a
rapport with someone.
Notice what people say and how they say it.
When you notice what people talk about, you will be-
gin to have some insights on how that person wants
to receive their information. When you deliver infor-
mation the way the other person wants to receive
it, you will be more effective in your communication
and relationship building.
Your wiring is always present and becomes ampli-
fied when under stress. For some people, meeting
new people can be stressful so your natural wiring
will become amplified.
For example, with people who are naturally wired
to create and act on their ideas, they tend to extend
their hand with confidence and with a firm hand-
shake will often use both their first and last name
when introducing themselves.
As an example, if someone is similarly wired in this
way, they may fire off a series of questions to some-
one who liked their information more methodically.
Before they can answer the first question, they have
fired off another question. This rapid-fire sequence
is frustrating to the more methodical communicator.
In this case, it’s important for him to notice the frus-
tration on her face and slow down the conversation.
If not, she might just shut down all together or sim-
ply erupt in frustration. In just this first five seconds,
she would have already decided she wasn’t going to
do business with him.
There is always a fine balance with this, too. You’re
at your best when you work within your own wiring.
At times, however, your natural wiring needs to be
managed to be more effective.
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City life means stress, fatigue, pressure and pollution. The
fast paced lifestyle that goes with urbanization is very dis-
appointing. It visibly shows on our face through the fine lines
that we get from it.
So, wouldn’t it be nice to go to a serene and panoramic place
for a while?
Think about going somewhere that you can breathe fresh air; eat healthy food and think of nothing else but relaxation.
I know this can be hard to do because we are so confined to our work cubicles that we end up forgetting that life is more
than just work.
It is about time to play and relax more often. So, why not consider a luxury vacation at
Laucala Island?
Laucala is a 45-minute plane ride from Fiji’s Nadi International Airport. It is an unadulter-ated island free from the exploits of man. It’s home to lush tropical gardens where veg-etables, herbs and fruit-bearing trees propagate. Laucala is more than just an island; it’s
everyone’s ideal getaway paradise.
It is one of the hottest luxury destinations. The island’s white sands, crystal blue waters and luscious greens all compliment the
twenty-five villas that occupy the twelve square kilo-meter expanse of the island.
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All residences are canopied by thatched roofing. Interior design utilizes neutral tones and earth friendly materials that boost its overall natural appeal. Each resi-dence has two bathrooms, indoor and outdoor.
The amenities include an infinity pool, day spa, dining venues, bars and an 18-hole golf course. You have a wide range of activities you can participate in like fishing, scuba diving, boating, water-skiing, horse-back riding, snorkeling and the list goes on and on.
All the food and drinks served here are made from homegrown products. The island is an advo-cate of self-sufficiency. It raises its own livestock and grows the fruits, herbs and vegetables, which are organic. Yes, the food taste so good because it’s fresh and grown without pesticides and other harmful chemicals.
When you vacation at Laucala’s luxury island, you are not treated as a client but a guest in a private island paradise. So, the next time you decide to go on a luxury get-away, make Laucala your choice. The scenery that surrounds your villa will melt all your worries and stress away. The people are hospi-table and warm. You’ll fall in love with healthy living and get the best treatment of your life.
Getting your fingernails painted can give
your ego and confidence a nice little boost.
However, sometimes it’s good to take off
the polish, the acrylics or anything else we
have attached to our nails so we can get a
good look at them. Why is that necessary?
Because our fingernails can tell us if we
possibly have any health problems or if any
of our vital organs like the liver, lungs and
heart have any issues.
The following list is a partial compilation
of possible symptoms your nails could be
experiencing. If you notice any of them, you
should see your physician right away. It’s
better to be safe than sorry and your nails
could be the early warning system you
need to avoid a possible health crisis.
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• If your fingernails are really pale this could be
an indication of anemia, liver disease, conges-
tive heart failure or malnutrition .
• If your fingernails appear to be mostly white
with darker rims, this might be a sign of hepa-
titis.
• Yellowed fingernails can be symptomatic of a
fungal infection. On rare occasions they might
be a sign of severe thyroid disease, lung dis-
ease, diabetes or psoriasis.
• When the fingernails have a bluish hue that
likely means your body is not getting sufficient
oxygen. The lack of oxygen could be due to a
lung problem like emphysema or perhaps cer-
tain heart problems.
• Soft nails that have a scooped out look or a
depression that is large enough to hold a drop
of liquid is generally a sign of an iron deficiency
or anemia.
• If the tips of your fingers become enlarged
and the nail curves around the fingers this is
known as nail clubbing. Nail clubbing is associ-
ated with inflammatory bowel disease, cardio-
vascular disease, liver disease and AIDS.
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• If your fingernails have indented lines going
across them, these are known as Beau’s lines.
They may indicate uncontrolled diabetes and
peripheral vascular disease, as well as sickness-
es associated with a high fever, such as scarlet
fever, measles, mumps and pneumonia. Beau’s
lines can also be a sign of zinc deficiency.
As mentioned above these are just a sample of
fingernail symptoms that may be a caveat of
health issues. If you notice anything odd or ir-
regular about your fingernails, don’t ignore them.
Your fingernails may be trying to save your life.
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DON’T THROW AWAY YOUR LIFE
ON SOMEONE ELSE’S DREAM
One of my favorite pastimes is reading - I am seldom to be found without a book nearby - I read books about finance, improving relation-ships, developing life skills, business books and legal thrillers. However, recently I stum-bled upon a book by M. Scott Peck called “The Road Less Travelled”.
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Apparently, this is a classic book, first published many years ago, but I only came across it recently. The book is about how it’s much easier to do noth-ing to improve your lot in life, than it is to stand up and say “I’m worth more than this”, and then go on to take the steps needed to bring about positive change.
The author is a psychologist and has witnessed on many occasions the apathy of most individuals. They would rather remain in unfulfilled relationships, and do work that doesn’t challenge them in un-satisfying jobs, than to risk “rocking the boat”.
Okay, I hear you saying - so what’s this got to do with me?
Well, I think that in seeking to build our own business, and aspiring to break away from the 9 to 5 grind, we have all chosen to walk the road less travelled. The steep-est, most slippery, rock-strewn excuse for a road I have ever seen. We have all made that commitment, given up our time, our money, and energy for a dream. To work from home doing what we enjoy and making a lot of money in the pro-cess.
Doing nothing is easy change is hard. Why not just settle for less? Why not just accept that for you this is the most life has to offer? Everybody around you seems to be satisfied with putting in the hours and collecting their pay. They seem to think it’s okay to work for low wages and sign their life away on a 25-year mort-gage. They are glad to get four weeks vacation a year and steal an odd day off pretending they’re sick.
They have made their choice and it’s enough for them. They have joined the masses on life’s highway and are too busy keeping their head down and just getting by to notice that life has more to offer.
You, on the other hand, have raised your head up and looked to the horizon and gone a different route in life. You have seen individuals dotted here and there, dropping out of the trudging mass with a strange expression on their face - re-lief, excitement, happiness, or maybe its hope.
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Suddenly, before you realized what was happening, you had pushed through the crowd, broken free of the many and like me you had chosen to walk with the few.
Other people wonder why you do it, why you choose to expose yourself to the risks on that road. Surely it’s better to fol-low everyone else. Not for me, something tells me not for you either. It doesn’t mat-ter if you stumble or fall, it doesn’t matter if you can’t walk as fast as others, and it doesn’t matter if you sometimes feel lost or unsure of which direction to take. What matters is that you are embracing life.
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It’s not your imagination - the air is sweeter, the water purer, the sun hotter, the winds cold-er, the whole world is suddenly more. Yes, it’s hard work. Yes, it’s risky. Yes, it could get a lot worse before it gets any better. But I’m glad I took this road.
I don’t mind if it challenges me, I don’t care if I keep slip-ping, and I’m not bothered if I can’t find my way there today. I am happy just to be on the journey. Look at that blue sky, feel the warmth of that sun, breathe in that pure air - isn’t life grand?Don’t hesitate, don’t waste an-
other moment, and don’t throw away your life on someone else’s dream. Come - walk with other successful black women on the road less travelled.
This article is dedicated to my grandmother Lula Gay Holland.
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Do you have a new baby in the family? If yes, then
you are more than likely excited about decorating
the nursery, right? Baby nursery decor includes:
baby quilts, picture frames, keepsake pillows,
growth charts and more.
You thought that decorating was fun before?
Wait until you start revamping a tired old guest
room for your new baby luxury room. The colors,
patterns, fabrics, and wallpapers you get to play
with are ten times more exciting than “grown-up”
decor.
You can let your inner artist free in a child’s room
because the more whimsical and colorful it is, the
more intrigued and delighted your infant will be.
And the best part: There’s no rule that says
your child’s space has to match the rest of the
house. So let go of the style rules and decorate
with abandon!
Go beyond baby blue and pastel pink when plan-
ning your nursery scheme. Don’t be afraid to
draw from whatever bold hues reflect your color-
ful aesthetic. And here’s a bright-color bonus:
infants see dark and light contrast best, so you’ll
be creating a stimulating space to boot.
Brown…in a baby’s room? We can hear your
mother-in-law now. Instead, try calming blues
and greens as they provide a better, cozy, com-
fortable vibe.
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If you do a quick search online, you will find many
luxury baby nursery boutiques offering luxury
baby cribs, wooden cribs and iron cribs as well
as coordinating luxury baby furniture to complete
your baby’s dreamland.
Accent your designer crib with luxury baby bed-
ding with silk crib bedding. To add the perfect
finishing touch we highly suggest canvas wall
art, personalized wall art and growth charts and
nursery wall hangings and banners.
Since you, mom and dad, play a vital role in your
baby’s life, why not do it with flair. Feed and rock
your baby in style with a gorgeous glider. You can
get coordinating custom crib bedding, adult glid-
ers, rockers, and ottomans, and children’s chairs
to perfectly compliment your baby’s designer
nursery.
Don’t forget to put your baby’s stamp of approval
on the designer baby nursery with nursery wall
letters to spell out baby’s name, custom mono-
gram rugs or beautiful nursery chandelier design-
ers that add just the right amount of light.
Creating a vibrant, playful, and totally-you nursery
is easier than you think.
PHOTO CREDIT: DESIGFX, DECOR TALKS AND NATUAL LIVING MAGAZINE
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