May 2008
Beauty+Fashion
Carol’s Daughter Rosemary Mint Shampoo – So after a church meeting one Saturday, I decided to take a trip down to Carol’s Daugher in Brookyln to try out a shampoo that one of my girlfriends was raving about. Now, when I first went natural this was the first line I flocked to, but the products did absolutely NOTHING for my hair. I somehow bypassed this product, because let me tell you my scalp never felt better. The shampoo’s ingredients consist of peppermint and rosemary oils, which promote circulation and growth. The shampoo is also good for detangling, adding moisture to the hair and taking care of an itchy scalp. This product can be used on relaxed or natural hair. Check it out at www.carolsdaughter.com.
ecoTOOLS – For the environmentally conscious make-up lover, I came across a brand of make-up brushes suited for the GREEN diva. ecoTOOLS brushes are made of sustainable resources, like bamboo and recyclable materials and they are also made of cruelty-free taklon.
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Superheroes Fashion & Fantasy Costume Institute Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art – May 5
Earlier this month the stars showed up to support the MET’s Superheroes: Fashion and Fantasy exhibit, which runs from May 1 thru September 1, 2008. I’m not really into art in the traditional sense, but I am into fashion (which in itself is a form of art). Here are the BrownFaces that I think KILLED it with their red carpet looks.
I love that Kimora Lee had some fun with this bold, colorful look. If there is one thing I love to see, is a BrownFace in some color, whether on the face or on the body.
Joy Bryant also worked alot of color in her dress. I hated the hair, but appreciated the dress. The color was less bold than Kimora’s dress, but it still makes a statement.
Last, but not least, Thandie Newton. She looked absolutely gorgeous. Although I ‘m not a big fan of black from head to toe, I LOVE LOVE LOVE this outfit. Talk about fashion and fantasy. I would so love to get my hands on this to wear somewhere, someday.
Who was your best dressed BrownFace?
Education
Senator Edward Brooks
Audition, which is the name of Barbara Walters’ new autobiography, was released in early May. In the book, the award winning journalist lends six pages to an affair with an African American Senator – Senator Edward Brooks. Her affair with this notable BrownFace man, had me wanting to learn more.
Brooke was born in Washington, D.C., USA in 1919. Upon his graduation from Howard University in 1941, he spent five years as an officer in the segregated 366th Infantry Regiment and saw combat in Italy. Following his discharge, he graduated from Boston University Law School in 1948.
The following year, he ran for a seat in the Massachusetts House of Representatives, but lost. He then made two more tries for office, including one for secretary of state, but again fell short in both races.
He was the chairman of Finance Commission of Boston from 1961 to 1962. Brooke was elected Attorney General of Massachusetts in 1962 and re-elected in 1964. In this position, he gained a reputation as a vigorous prosecutor of organized crime, and coordinated with local police departments on the Boston strangler case. Read the rest of his bio at Wikipedia.
Entertainment+Events
The 9th Avenue International Food Festival & Street Fair
Enjoy a taste of ethnic foods in Hells Kitchen at the 9th Ave International Food Festival. The festival starts at 37th Street in NYC to 57th Street on May 17, 2008. If you’ve never traveled internationally, here is you chance to sample different foods without leaving the country. You will get your share of - Argentinian, Brazilian, Cajun, Chinese, Cuban, Dominican, Ethiopian, French, German, Greek, Haitian, Indian, Indonesian, Irish, Italian, Japanese, Mexican, Moroccan, Pakistani, Polish, Puerto Rican, Peruvian, Senegalese, Sicilian, Southern, Spanish, Thai, Trinidadian, Turkish, Ukrainian and Vietnamese food – and more. This BrownFace loves to eat and try foods from other countries, so I will DEFINITELY see you there!!! Find out more about the street fair
Uptown Emerging Designers Market
If you haven’t passed thru Harlem NYC in a minute and you love to preview some of the hottest up and coming designers, here’s your excuse. This two day event kicks off at the Hip Hop Culture Center on May 17, 2008. Attendees will experience “Harlem’s newest fashion retail destination featuring a variety of cutting edge designers of apparel and accessories.” I guess I’ll have to be in two places at once this weekend: international food AND fashion? What more can a girl ask for! If you can’t make it this weekend, no worries. The event will return regularly this year. Find out more at www.uedm.com
Other BEE News..
Real Estate
$129000 NYC for a Fraction of the price 1 bedroom (Fort Lee, NJ)
Move right in to this large F-Line Unit with a large eat in kitchen. Open to Entrance hallway for a spacious look, cabinets space galore. Hardwood floors underneath carpeting. Maint includes heat, taxes, hw, com area. Laundry in the building. Parking available for $3 monthly sticker fee, garage units on an as available basis for additonal fee. NYC commuter’s delight. Public transportation and shopping right outside the door.
New kitchen floor
New stove
New Paint
1 block from NYC transportation (NJ Transit and Express Buses)
Around Corner from Shopping (Kings Supermarket, CVS, Starbucks, Pizza, Diner, AT&T, T-Mobil, UPS Store, KFC, Taco Bell, Gas Station, Bank)
3 min walk to GW Bridge
Around corner from tolls to bridge
Beautifully manicured grounds
Children’s Playground
Cable included
Maintenance approx $500 (Taxes Included!!!)
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Be still and KNOW that I am God - Psalms 46:10
