Monday, December 30, 2013
Sunday, December 29, 2013
Saturday, December 28, 2013
Today is the third day of Kwanzaa represented by the principle of Ujima collective work and responsibility reminds us of our obligation to the past, present and future, and that we have a role to play in the community, society, and world.
An event organized by the Elegba Folklore Society,The Capital City Kwanzaa Festival took place this evening Saturday, Dec. 28, from 1-9 p.m. at the Hippodrome Theater at 528 N 2nd Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. In addition to the Kwanzaa celebration, the event was a memorial event for Nelson Mandela.
Thursday, December 26, 2013
Happy First Day of Kwanzaa!!!
Habari Gani (What's the news in Swahili)? Today is day one of the Kwanzaa holiday. Day one is represented by the principle of Umoja which means unity. Unity stresses the importance of togetherness for the family and the community, which is reflected in the African saying, "I am We," or "I am because We are."
Friday, December 20, 2013
ALTERNATIVES TO SELF HARM
You all know I'm really passionate about behavioral health and all it's related issues. So, please read this and feel free to re-blog.
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
10 MUST SEE BEAUTY TREATMENTS TO DO AT HOME THAT ARE INEXPENSIVE AND NATURAL by Amy Bowman of New Nostalgia
Most of these I re-blogged from New Nostalgia. However, the last treatment was not all natural. So, I gave a link for four all natural treatments. Enjoy.
"Works wonders on your face. Salicylic acid helps clean out pores and battle acne. All you need is water & 3 aspirin tablets. You can also add honey if you want a binding agent."
"Lightens sun damaged areas, exfoliates, helps with blackheads and breakouts. Leaves skin super smooth and soft."
Black-head Remover via Stylebees
"Use half lemon from the fridge (doesn’t matter if some juice is already squeezed from it) and put 3-4 drops of honey on it. Rub the lemon on your face, emphasizing trouble areas. Leave the lemon and honey mixture on your face for 5 minutes and then wash it with cold water. You will be able to see the results immediately. Additionally, lemon juice will also fade other marks/spots on the face and honey will moisturize."
"Use half lemon from the fridge (doesn’t matter if some juice is already squeezed from it) and put 3-4 drops of honey on it. Rub the lemon on your face, emphasizing trouble areas. Leave the lemon and honey mixture on your face for 5 minutes and then wash it with cold water. You will be able to see the results immediately. Additionally, lemon juice will also fade other marks/spots on the face and honey will moisturize."
Lavender Facial Toner via New Nostalgia
"Most commercial toners have alcohol and chemicals in them and are too harsh."
"Most commercial toners have alcohol and chemicals in them and are too harsh."
"How to get white nails after so much nail polish -- make a paste using 1 tbsp peroxide and 2 1/4 tbsp baking soda. Let this paste sit on your nails for 5 minutes and voila! White nails! REMEMBER THIS AFTER USING Dark NAIL POLISH!"
Best Moisturizing Hair Treatment-- Coconut Oil! via New Nostalgia
"20 minute pre-shampoo treatment REALLY helps dry or brittle hair."
"20 minute pre-shampoo treatment REALLY helps dry or brittle hair."
Minimizing Pore Baking Soda Mask via ehow
"After you've washed your face, place 2 tbsp. baking soda in the palm of your hand and add just enough water to form a thick paste. Massage the paste into your face, resisting the urge to scrub, for about 30 seconds. Rinse the paste away with cool water. You should notice that your pores are smaller almost immediately. After a week of this regime you'll see visible results as your skin becomes clearer and less prone to breakouts."
"After you've washed your face, place 2 tbsp. baking soda in the palm of your hand and add just enough water to form a thick paste. Massage the paste into your face, resisting the urge to scrub, for about 30 seconds. Rinse the paste away with cool water. You should notice that your pores are smaller almost immediately. After a week of this regime you'll see visible results as your skin becomes clearer and less prone to breakouts."
"Soaking feet in vinegar (apple cider being best) for the softest feet ever! Also great for tired feet, toe nail fungus, foot fungus & athletes foot."
"The link below has four recipes for natural teeth whitening."
Good stuff isn't it? Try them and tell me what you think.
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