The year was 1982...and I was with a few friends over a DJ's house when he was previewing new music. He pulled out the Debarge record, "I Like It" and we were all in El's trance. We wondered like everyone else...is that Switch? Nope...after looking on the back-cover of the album. It was Bobby and Tommy DeBarge's younger siblings. We listened over and over again until we all knew the words and could sing along. Not noticing the time...it was two hours later and past my curfew. Needless to say, the week on punishment was well worth it. I sang, "I Like It," ...
Feel Good: Are You a Bionic Woman?
Remember the 70's TV show The Bionic Woman? I use to love that show. Watching a smart, savvy and strong woman take on the bad guys and win was awesome. I had all the toys; the doll, her blow up house (that took all Christmas Morning to inflate), her bionic station, the outfits....EVERYTHING. I wanted to be the bionic woman. Yet, I was only a little girl that hadn't experienced tough life occurrences. I only saw the end product. The bionic woman kicking butt and taking names. But who was Jamie Summers before her bionic prowess? How did she get ...
Simple Ways to Leave Work At Work
You are walking in your front door and your blackberry is buzzing, your children are hungry, your partner needs to chat and what do you do? Run to the computer to finish up one more thing at work. Learn how to leave work and work and create a balanced life. Work will be there tomorrow. You, INC...needs attention!
Water Play Safety Tips
Summertime and water play go hand and hand during the Summer months. Have a fun and safe summer with your children with these Water Play Safety Tips.
1. Keep Your Eyes Locked in at ALL TIMES. Stay focused on your precious little ones and save the good book for your personal beach or pool time. Don't depend on anyone else to watch your children in the water no matter who the are. If you or one of your children need to take a bathroom break. Signal for everyone to get out of the pool.
2. Bright Colored Swimsuit- dress all your children ...
December 25, 2009 at 1:17 am · Filed under Green Living
Winter holidays bring traditions from at least half a dozen world cultures, blended over the centuries. Here are a few reasons some herbal allies have a place in our homes this time of year.
The word perfume has its roots in the Latin “per,” meaning “through” and “fumum,” meaning, “smoke.” Throughout history, people have burned pleasant smelling herbs, sending their prayers heavenward and thus gaining attention of the deities.
Burning frankincense and myrrh resins helped purify the air: thus, when burned in public places of worship, they would help prevent the spread of infectious diseases. Read the rest of this entry »
This holiday season bring Eco-Friendly elements into your traditions with the book of the month, I‘m Dreaming of a Green Christmas by Anna Getty. From recipes to crafts you will love creating with your little ones while helping the planet.
Planing your holiday gathering? You can’t forget the cocktails. With these green beverages, your soiree will be the talk of the town through New Years. Cheers!
Responsible red The Cooper Mountain Vineyard composts grape skins and stems to nourish the soil naturally. Its Pinot Noir ($25; CooperMountainWine.com) benefits your body, too: Organic reds have more antioxidants than conventional ones do. Post-party, send stoppers to TerraCycle to turn them into corkboards.
A better brew Fight global warming with a cold one! The Sierra Nevada Pale Ale ($8 for six) brewery converts oil from its on-site restaurant into biodiesel for its trucks. Stash beer in a cooler to keep the fridge from losing its chill every time you open it.
Earthwise white Wind and solar energy power the Parducci Wine Cellars. Please your palate with its Sustainable White ($11; Parducci.com) in enviro-chic cups, such as stemless glasses made from recycled car windows ($22 for two; UncommonGoods.com).
Green spirits The maker of TRU Straight Vodka ($35; TRUVodka.com) plants a tree for every bottle sold. Mix with juice from fresh, in-season grapefruit and garnish with a swirl of honey.
May 14, 2009 at 1:12 pm · Filed under Green Living
Singer Erykah Badu has teamed up with Kiehl’s to release a new eco-friendly body lotion. She designed the label for the limited edition “Superbly Restorative Argan Body lotion.
The packaging is 100% biodegradable. Plus, 100% of the proceeds will help protect waterways from polluters by way of the Waterkeepers Alliance. The lotion retails at $55.00 and is great for dry skin and eczema.
This lotion may be green but who can afford the green to buy it. I’ll be looking around for the hook-up.
Get a jump start on spring and give your room a floral view. Set up a mini-herb garden on a windowsill, counter or breakfast bar. Bringing the outside in will boost your mood.
Plus, discover your inner chef by using the herbs as you cook or blend a few to make tea. Collect your favorite herbs in small pots…display and use. There you have it…instant-bliss!
April 20, 2009 at 3:31 pm · Filed under Green Living
As you head out for your daily walk bring some H2O but skip the water bottle.
Use a water filter to purify tap water instead of buying bottled water. Not only is bottled water expensive, but it generates large amounts of container waste. Opt for a reusable water bottle made of aluminum rather than plastic when you are on the go.
Ladies how can we help our environment and look good at the same time? By using beauty products which are all natural. There are so many natural products on the market now, it should be hard to find a few to bring out the Diva in you. As you go on your hunt for the best natural beauty products, look for make-up and beauty products that are made from herbal and flower extracts that haven’t been tested on animals. And the huge green bonus- recycled packaging and containers. Just check out the list below for a few of my favorites. Try them and let me know what you think.
Problem: You’ve heard all about the health benefits of pomegranates—protect against free radicals, help regulate blood pressure, maintain digestive regularity—and ... […]
It's summertime, which means it's time to strip down. (Hey, get your mind out of the gutter--we just mean lose the top layer...it's hot out there!) Reveal a flash of leg or sport some edgy cutouts and before you know it, you've got a whole lot of sexy going on. Read on for summer style ideas that'll keep you cool all season long. […]
Winter holidays bring traditions from at least half a dozen world cultures, blended over the centuries. Here are a few reasons some herbal allies have a place in our homes this time of year.
