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bountiful...bourgeois...bright...brave...brilliant...busy...what do you want to B today?Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.comBlogger708125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-46790556691507392092013-03-28T10:28:00.002-04:002013-03-28T10:28:44.158-04:00Enter the WorkShop!<h4>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">Hey B-Life! </span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">Thanks for all of your support over the years. Check out our new digs at <a href="http://www.workshopstyle.com/">WorkShop</a>. Its the ultimate resource for the modern career girl. See you there!</span></div>
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Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-86656483677331501762011-01-31T09:59:00.002-05:002011-01-31T10:09:08.993-05:00Living the Bachelorhood: Jozen CummingsGreat piece on Jozen Cummings, author of <span style="font-weight:bold;">Until I Get Married<span style="font-style:italic;"><a href="http://untiligetmarried.com/"></a></span></span>. Check out the link below!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/TUbOxIhJONI/AAAAAAAAIq8/338Gxrs-a_U/s1600/PH2011012802668.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 350px; height: 234px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/TUbOxIhJONI/AAAAAAAAIq8/338Gxrs-a_U/s400/PH2011012802668.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5568365332785608914" /></a><br /><br />Click <a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2011/01/28/AR2011012802666.html">here</a> for the Washington Post article.Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-90027735586975005792011-01-31T09:54:00.003-05:002011-01-31T09:58:36.981-05:00Essence Single Man of the Month: Dr. Gary GrantAnd they say there aren't any good single black men..<br /><object classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" codebase="http://download.macromedia.com/pub/shockwave/cabs/flash/sflash.cab#version=9,0,0,0" width="480" height="316" id="embed" align="middle" ><br /><param name="allowScriptAccess" value="always"/><br /><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"/><br /><param name="movie" value="http://cdn.wbpp.warnerbros.com/u/essence/us/video/player/embed.swf"/><br /><param name="flashVars" value="mediaKey=88e7270e-0750-469b-a09c-798df5403896&image=http://cdn.wbpp.warnerbros.com/u/essence/us/video/2011-01/15/011511_Gary3_still.jpg&origin=embed"/><br /><param name="quality" value="high"/><br /><param name="bgcolor" value="#ffffff"/><br /><embed src="http://cdn.wbpp.warnerbros.com/u/essence/us/video/player/embed.swf" flashVars="mediaKey=88e7270e-0750-469b-a09c-798df5403896&image=http://cdn.wbpp.warnerbros.com/u/essence/us/video/2011-01/15/011511_Gary3_still.jpg&origin=embed" width="480" height="316" name="embed" align="middle" allowScriptAccess="always" allowFullScreen="true" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" pluginspage="http://www.macromedia.com/go/getflashplayer"></embed><br /></object><br />"Taking my breath away is a requirement...on a regular basis." <span style="font-weight:bold;">Dr. Grant</span><br /><br />Love!Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-10858236340534517822011-01-18T11:56:00.000-05:002011-01-18T11:57:14.354-05:00INFLUENCERS - Steve Stoute<iframe src="http://player.vimeo.com/video/18910788" width="400" height="225" frameborder="0"></iframe><p><a href="http://vimeo.com/18910788">INFLUENCERS in-depth Series / STEVE STOUTE</a> from <a href="http://vimeo.com/ricreative">R+I creative</a> on <a href="http://vimeo.com">Vimeo</a>.</p>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-68080349211432927542010-12-02T08:07:00.001-05:002010-12-02T08:10:50.364-05:00TONIGHT: 12/2 (7-9P) Complex Celebrates the Launch of NBA Jam at VAULT in Harlem<span style="font-weight:bold;">Join us! - RSVP@WORLDMGMTGROUP.COM<br /></span><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/TPeaSUc2QUI/AAAAAAAAIqw/nnzHuWpKhpU/s1600/NBA_JAM_INVITE%2BNY_FINAL.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 300px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/TPeaSUc2QUI/AAAAAAAAIqw/nnzHuWpKhpU/s400/NBA_JAM_INVITE%2BNY_FINAL.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5546071105648083266" /></a>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-46383107873486379442010-09-04T20:01:00.001-04:002010-09-04T20:03:17.404-04:00B-Life Beauty Buzz:Kenecia Lashae Q&A<object width="640" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/a3veoR6meCA?fs=1&hl=en_US"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/a3veoR6meCA?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="320" height="250"></embed></object>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-21905412113666523002010-09-04T19:55:00.006-04:002010-09-04T20:01:09.865-04:00B-Life Beauty Buzz: The Perfect Brow<object width="640" height="385"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/abtf3pZUxao?fs=1&hl=en_US"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/abtf3pZUxao?fs=1&hl=en_US" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="320" height="250"></embed></object>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-1295625929824424372009-09-08T07:00:00.005-04:002009-09-08T07:14:41.036-04:00B on hiatus...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SqY7vAwo4HI/AAAAAAAAIqY/RVO1Rax7ycE/s1600-h/blifeshadowa.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 149px; height: 223px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SqY7vAwo4HI/AAAAAAAAIqY/RVO1Rax7ycE/s400/blifeshadowa.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379052483784532082" border="0" /></a><br />Hey there! <span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">The B-Life </span>is officially on hiatus, but we will be back - bigger and better. In the meantime, keep up with <span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">The B-Life</span> on <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Facebook</span>, and follow us on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/TheBLife">twitter.com/TheBLife</a>. We're building the network, so join us!<br />Stay connected and send your thoughts, comments, rants, raves, and faves to <a href="mailto://theblife@gmail.com">theblife@gmail.com</a>. We want to hear from you.<br /><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Ps</span>. Hit us if you are a <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">tastemaker</span>, and clued into what's hot in your city! We're seeking contributors around the map, and we might be looking for you! Stay tuned...Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-38582045039996424912009-09-07T23:22:00.003-04:002009-09-07T23:28:27.526-04:00B Quoted: Beverly Johnson<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SqXOb8g38DI/AAAAAAAAIqQ/PxzNoIS17b4/s1600-h/Q-A-with-Beverly-Johnson_featured_article_628x371.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 247px; height: 144px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SqXOb8g38DI/AAAAAAAAIqQ/PxzNoIS17b4/s400/Q-A-with-Beverly-Johnson_featured_article_628x371.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5378932309459726386" border="0" /></a>"<span class="body">My husband was just OK looking. I was in labor and I said to him, 'What if she's ugly? You're ugly.'" <span style="font-weight: bold;">~ Beverly Johnson (pictured R, with daughter)</span><br /><br /><span style="font-style: italic; color: rgb(102, 0, 204); font-weight: bold;">Don't freak out under pressure. If you do, you might unleash that last bit of honestly, that was better left unsaid.</span><br /></span>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-76197812767407838842009-09-03T07:07:00.007-04:002009-09-03T07:21:53.433-04:00B Craved or Saved: Luscious Lashes<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sp-j7hpCvrI/AAAAAAAAIqI/AvFOLwuH5sM/s1600-h/Collagene+Mascara+new.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 271px; height: 357px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sp-j7hpCvrI/AAAAAAAAIqI/AvFOLwuH5sM/s400/Collagene+Mascara+new.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377196723141787314" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:130%;" >The one beauty trend that never goes out of style, is <span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">l</span></span><span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204); font-weight: bold;font-size:130%;" >ong, luscious lashes</span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:130%;" > that look healthy, full, and make an eye-popping statement. Get them two ways with a small splurge, or a newly designed product to give you the same look without batting an eye.</span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204); font-style: italic;font-size:130%;" ><br /><br />B Craved...</span><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P40404&cm_mmc=us_search-_-GoogleBase-_-P40404-_-651323&_requestid=42976&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=651323"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 294px; height: 369px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sp-jvuGUn-I/AAAAAAAAIqA/KxyoL0wKGlQ/s400/Picture+2.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377196520327389154" border="0" /></a></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 102, 0);font-size:130%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:100%;" ><span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">DiorShow Mascara ($24) </span>is a "must" in every beauty mavens make-up bag. It's a no-fail choice to maximize your lash potential if you're willing to head to the beauty counter, and put out for lengthy lash. </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br /></span><br />Or Save!!</span></span><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size:130%;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.ulta.com/ulta/browse/productDetail.jsp?skuId=2205736&productId=xlsImpprod1150030&navAction=push&navCount=1&categoryId=cat80040&CAWELAID=334443498"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 305px; height: 262px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sp-jrT8u1gI/AAAAAAAAIp4/7D1ubBGiK18/s400/Cos39_1_large.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5377196444588365314" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);font-size:130%;" >If you're on a budget, we've got the answer. This new-to-market <span style="color: rgb(0, 102, 0);">L'Oreal Extra Volume Collagen Mascara ($8)</span> will fatten your eyelashes with a luxury brush, and give you the look you desire for a 1/3 of the price! Hint, hint, wink, wink...</span><br /></div>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-51203241814524933592009-09-01T10:40:00.001-04:002009-09-01T10:51:51.853-04:00B Loved: Fall '09 Must-Haves<div style="text-align: center;">It's <span style="font-weight: bold;">September 1st</span>, so <span style="font-weight: bold;">Happy Fall</span>! In honor of the new season, I'm unveiling a list of fashionable <span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">Fall must-haves</span>. This one is personal, so what's on your Fall shopping list? Send an email with the name and picture of the item to <a href="mailto://theblife@gmail.com">theblife@gmail.com</a>. We want to hear from you!<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sp0zV25zLhI/AAAAAAAAIpw/9foj46TOxLU/s1600-h/Picture+6.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 304px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sp0zV25zLhI/AAAAAAAAIpw/9foj46TOxLU/s400/Picture+6.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376509980758453778" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(255, 0, 0);font-size:85%;" >(Clockwise: L to R)<br /><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Strap Up:</span> This season, I need a lace-up boot. Not a <span style="font-style: italic;">Manono</span>, but something with an urban edge - <a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod90190019&ecid=NMCIGoogleBaseFeed&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=X0DQM">Dolce Vita Leather Lace-Up Bootie</a> - $245<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Merry Go 'Round: </span>A go-to tube scarf that needs no instructions is an easy choice to stay warm, and comfortably chic - <a href="http://www.lagarconne.com/store/item.htm?itemid=5235&sid=7&pid=">Lutz & Patmos Infinity Scarf </a>- $350<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Legacy Piece: </span>I'm definitely ready to invest in that classic piece that will stand the test of my wardrobe - <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);">Chanel Large Flip Bag</span> - Price varies (vintage - new)<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Going Gray:</span> The best way to update a neutral nail from "bridal pales" is to go gray with your Fall mani - <a href="http://www.salonsavings.com/opi-suzi-skis-in-pyrenees-05-floz/opi/?source=gb">OPI Suzi Skis the Pyrenees</a> - $6<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Ode to MJ:</span> It's not exactly <span style="font-style: italic;">human nature</span> to throw on a bold shiny piece, but it's definitely <span style="font-style: italic;">bad</span>... - <a href="http://www.my-wardrobe.com/antik-batik/walice-sequined-blazer-520507">Antik Batik Walice Sequined Blazer</a> - $492<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Treasure Chest: </span>My jewelry collection is all about upgrading with unique, but beautiful pieces that you can't find on everyone. It might take a little longer, but the quest is worth it - <a href="http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod82950025&parentId=cat16650745&masterId=cat16650743&index=22&cmCat=cat000000cat2830732cat2830733cat000160cat540734cat16650743cat16650745">David Yurman White Mosaic Cuff </a>- $3,950<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Lil' Scrappy: </span>By now, most have already copped a pair of beat-up skinnies. I think I'm ready to get in the fight - <a href="http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=true&catalogId=32051&storeId=13052&categoryId=133484&parent_category_rn=133482&productId=1287366&langId=-1">TopShop Vintage Baxter Skinny Jeans</a> - $80<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">So Scentual:</span> A <span style="font-style: italic;">feel pretty</span> perfume, with sweet but deep notes, makes you feel as good as you look, every time a cool breeze grazes your neck - <a href="http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=437800&CategoryID=2921&PartnerID=SHP&cm_mmc=Froogle-_-Womens-_-FRAGRANCE-_-NEW_Marc_Jacobs_Lola_Eau_de_Parfum&utm_source=GoogleProduct&utm_medium=organic">Marc Jacobs Lola</a> - $85<br /><br /></div>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-45285350851380005502009-09-01T09:00:00.006-04:002009-09-01T09:07:56.122-04:00B Quoted - Idris Elba<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sp0bLe572LI/AAAAAAAAIpg/DZRVyRqyVU4/s1600-h/idris-elba.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 254px; height: 273px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sp0bLe572LI/AAAAAAAAIpg/DZRVyRqyVU4/s400/idris-elba.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376483414238812338" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:georgia;">On Stringer, from "The Wire" being killed off...</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:georgia;" ><span style="font-size:100%;">"Yes, I knew about it...I was stoked when it finally came to the end anyways. Now, I get to do films..." </span><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size:100%;">~ Idris Elba</span><br /><br /></span></span><span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204);font-family:georgia;" ><span style="font-style: italic;">Sometimes an end, is just a start to a beautiful beginning. </span></span><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:georgia;" ><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /></span></span></span>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-78837138084720765952009-08-26T07:42:00.010-04:002009-08-26T08:11:42.911-04:00B A (Happily) Married Couple...<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-style: italic;">Psychology Today</span> published a great article on <a href="http://www.psychologytoday.com/articles/199301/arrangement-marriages"><span style="font-weight: bold;">"An Arrangement of Marriages"</span></a> - the 7 types of marriages couples find themselves in after the vows are taken and the "I do's" are spoken. Well into our 30's, most of us still believe in the fairy tale, handsome prince, and the happily ever after. It may still be possible, but it's important to pay attention to the signs. Do you fall into any of these categories?<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SpUiOXoRX1I/AAAAAAAAIpI/olfTf-oSCVg/s1600-h/Picture+2.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 243px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SpUiOXoRX1I/AAAAAAAAIpI/olfTf-oSCVg/s400/Picture+2.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374239360592994130" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">Type 1 - Devitalized marriage</span>: <span style="font-style: italic;">40 percent </span>of couples. There is pervasive unhappiness with all relationship dimensions and considerable instability. Both partners have considered divorce <a target="_blank" href="http://www.psychologytoday.com/basics/divorce"><http: com="" basics="" divorce=""></http:></a> . They are <span style="font-weight: bold;">critical of each other's personality</span>. Their marriage is strictly <span style="font-weight: bold;">utilitarian</span>. They tend to be younger, married a shorter time, and have a lower income than other couples. Many are minorities. More of them come from divorced homes, and more of them were previously divorced themselves. They stay together for lack of alternatives.</span></span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SpUiXh1kgEI/AAAAAAAAIpQ/Nhh9t8hWy28/s1600-h/Picture+3.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 240px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SpUiXh1kgEI/AAAAAAAAIpQ/Nhh9t8hWy28/s400/Picture+3.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374239517951950914" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">Type 2 - Financially focused</span>: <span style="font-style: italic;">11 percent</span> of couples. These couples have conflict and are unhappy in their communication and the way conflicts are resolved. They are dissatisfied with the personal characteristics of their partner, and there may be bitter personal attacks. Their <span style="font-weight: bold;">careers </span><a style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank" href="http://www.psychologytoday.com/basics/career"><http: com="" basics="" career=""></http:></a><span style="font-weight: bold;"> come before the relationship</span>, and money or financial rewards hold them together. Their single relationship strength is financial management. A high number of husbands and wives in such utilitarian relationships have considered divorce.</span></span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SpUisjVrJYI/AAAAAAAAIpY/hLvalL5ke5k/s1600-h/Picture+3.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 393px; height: 381px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SpUisjVrJYI/AAAAAAAAIpY/hLvalL5ke5k/s400/Picture+3.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374239879132292482" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">Type 3 - Conflicted</span>: <span style="font-style: italic;">14 percent.</span> They are dissatisfied in many facets of the relationship - personality issues, communication, conflict resolution, and sexuality - and they may <span style="font-weight: bold;">avoid or fail to settle issues</span> between them. Instead, they focus on and gain satisfaction from outside experiences such as leisure, the children, religious life. But a high percentage of both partners have considered divorce.</span></span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SpUiDHC5MlI/AAAAAAAAIpA/0l4VNewaq_E/s1600-h/Picture+6.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 302px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SpUiDHC5MlI/AAAAAAAAIpA/0l4VNewaq_E/s400/Picture+6.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374239167162692178" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">Type 4 - Traditional</span>: <span style="font-style: italic;">10 percent</span>. They are moderately satisfied with many relationship elements, while their sexual relationship and the way they communicate are sources of distress. They are not as critical of each other's personality as Types 1, 2 and 3. Their strength lies in a satisfying <span style="font-weight: bold;">religious life</span> and good interaction with extended family and friends. The marriages are relatively stable. These couples tend to be older, married longer, white, and Protestant.</span></span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SpUh0L98ZzI/AAAAAAAAIo4/NMjP2f96iH4/s1600-h/Picture+7.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 240px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SpUh0L98ZzI/AAAAAAAAIo4/NMjP2f96iH4/s400/Picture+7.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374238910786070322" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">Type 5 - Balanced</span>: <span style="font-style: italic;">8 percent</span>. They are moderately satisfied with most relationship areas, with real strengths in communication and problem-solving. The biggest problem is financial management. They have higher than average agreement on leisure, child-rearing, and sexuality. They place a <span style="font-weight: bold;">high value on the nuclear family</span>. Still, over a quarter have considered divorce.</span></span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SpUhVQWWjJI/AAAAAAAAIoo/Fz8mbOTcR0Y/s1600-h/Picture+2.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 279px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SpUhVQWWjJI/AAAAAAAAIoo/Fz8mbOTcR0Y/s400/Picture+2.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374238379386244242" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">Type 6 - Harmonious</span>: <span style="font-style: italic;">8 percent</span>. They are highly satisfied with each other, the expression of affection, and their <span style="font-weight: bold;">sexual life</span>. But they are <span style="font-weight: bold;">self-centered</span>, viewing children as a burden and parenting as a source of distress. It may be that, when a problem develops in this family, it shows up in the child.</span></span><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SpUhPRxmWeI/AAAAAAAAIog/vR0XnMFfSs4/s1600-h/Picture+13.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SpUhPRxmWeI/AAAAAAAAIog/vR0XnMFfSs4/s400/Picture+13.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374238276689746402" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-family:Arial;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">Type 7 - Vitalized</span>: <span style="font-style: italic;">9 percent</span>. They are <span style="font-weight: bold;">highly satisfied </span>with almost every dimension of their relationship and get along well. They are personally integrated, have strong internal resources, and agree in most external areas. They develop difficulties but resolve them well. They are economically better off than most others, and tend to be older, married longer, white, Protestant. They tend to be in their first marriage and come from intact families.<br /><br /></span></span></div>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-68696966793721199942009-08-21T00:59:00.003-04:002009-08-21T01:03:34.549-04:00B in the Spotlight...Chike Ozah<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoVTfROQktI/AAAAAAAAIm4/QoGwNF2Dks8/s1600-h/me.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 215px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoVTfROQktI/AAAAAAAAIm4/QoGwNF2Dks8/s400/me.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369789927373443794" border="0" /></a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204);"> Give us your stats.</span><br /></span></span><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-size:100%;">Name: Chike<br />Age: 31<br />Hometown: New Orleans, LA<br />Currently based: NY/LA<br />Profession: Director - Designer - Entrepreneur</span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">How has creativity played a roll in your career path(s)?</span></span></div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> <span style="font-size:100%;">Man, it has played the leading role in my career. I explore options in my career that give me 100% creative control because that's how important I feel creativity is. Now I'm not saying </span><span style="font-size:100%;">that I get </span><span style="font-size:100%;"> 100% creative control all the time, but that's always the goal. As my career evolves I'm coming closer to achieving that goal.</span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">NY or LA?</span></span></div> <span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);font-size:100%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">NY all day. I love the movement in New York and I'm constantly inspired by the streets, the people, the multitude of cultures, and the abundance of self expression that exists in the city.</span><br /><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoVS_FoAotI/AAAAAAAAImw/fFiNQ9at_a4/s1600-h/Picture+4.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 290px; height: 400px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoVS_FoAotI/AAAAAAAAImw/fFiNQ9at_a4/s400/Picture+4.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369789374504411858" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">Why did you the start Hot Air collection, and what's your role in the company? </span></span> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-size:100%;">Man, I was sitting around one day watching YouTube and I saw a time lapse clip of hundreds of balloons lifting towards the sky. The patterns on the balloons inspired me and I was like, wow those could translate well to clothing - after all, a hot air balloon is fabric just like a shirt. From there, I created a line of shirts and shared them with my boy, <span style="font-weight: bold;">Bee Nyguen</span>, who believed in the concept and brought it to his team <span style="font-weight: bold;">Sound In Color</span>, which was a music label at the time that was also dabbling in fashion. That's where another partner, <span style="font-weight: bold;">Diego Carlin</span>, got involved and took the brand far with his skills. </span><span style="font-size:100%;">Then Bee got his buddy <span style="font-weight: bold;">Duke Wu </span>involved, and he blessed us with the funding knowledge</span><span style="font-size:100%;">.</span><span style="font-size:100%;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> Charlie Muff</span> plays behind the scenes, and I'm about to blow his spot because you can't have a successful brand without Charlie.</span><span style="font-size:100%;">.</span><span style="font-size:100%;">.There are so many roles that make Hot Air a success, and I'm still not doing it justice. Without those key players, the line wouldn't be "soaring" the way it is. Just go to <a target="_blank" href="http://www.hotairbrand.com/">www.hotairbrand.com</a> and you can find out who carries the collection. </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">Who are you designing for?</span></span></div><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 255);font-size:100%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">We design for the person that's not scared to try something new. For the person who loves attention.</span><br /><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoVSqyiGDvI/AAAAAAAAImo/An6_1KwzKNM/s1600-h/Picture+3.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 397px; height: 199px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoVSqyiGDvI/AAAAAAAAImo/An6_1KwzKNM/s400/Picture+3.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369789025781944050" border="0" /></a></span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">What are most people surprised to learn about you?</span></span> <div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-size:100%;">Ha, is that a trick question? I really don't know. I have so many sides to me, so I guess it depends on how you meet me. If you meet me a little tipsy you might be be surprised to know I'm actually kinda of shy. If you meet me in the midst of an intellectual conversation, you might be surprised to learn I'm quite goofy. If you meet me in goofy mode, you will be surprised to know that I'm very spiritual and interested in the endless bounds of understanding and challenging my spirituality. </span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /></span></div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);"> Any tips for a young person looking to express themselves when challenged by resources?</span><br /></span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" > Yes - ask a lot of questions. Don't be scared to ask. There are too many resources available via the Internet to not be able to find out an answer to something. The road ahead is going to be very tough, so just embrace that, march ahead and never look back. And never worry about how long the road is.</span><span style="font-size:100%;"><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">What's next for you and Hot Air?</span></span><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-size:100%;">I'm working on a network </span><span style="font-size:100%;">called Creative Control </span><span style="font-size:100%;">with my directing partner, Coodie. It's an online network that will take television and "Urban" content to another level. For Hot Air, we're going to keep pushing the limits and explore new ideas. We have an incredible Spring 2010 collection coming out.<br /></span></div><div style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204); font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-size:100%;"><br />If you could "B" anything, what would it be?<br /></span></div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);font-size:100%;" >B Creative...Creative Control, 'nuff said<br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoVR3GOiZVI/AAAAAAAAImg/YEBdTTm-wvw/s1600-h/IMG_7777.JPG"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 409px; height: 161px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoVR3GOiZVI/AAAAAAAAImg/YEBdTTm-wvw/s400/IMG_7777.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369788137715426642" border="0" /></a><br /><br /></span><div style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </div>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-20081644489420312862009-08-20T08:59:00.000-04:002009-08-20T08:59:00.844-04:00B Loved: Origins Youthtopia<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoygbtfBi6I/AAAAAAAAIoI/4M22gHjBgr8/s1600-h/org_0CHC01_short_lrg.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 170px; height: 196px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoygbtfBi6I/AAAAAAAAIoI/4M22gHjBgr8/s400/org_0CHC01_short_lrg.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371844853472791458" border="0" /></a>Here it is - the latest and greatest beauty product that deserves all my love and even more of your attention. <a href="http://www.origins.com/templates/products/sp_nonshaded.tmpl?CATEGORY_ID=CATEGORY5811&PRODUCT_ID=PROD12637"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Origins Youthtopia Firming Eye Cream</span></a> is the MOST effective product we've discovered to reduce the under eye puffies. Use it day and night, and watch your face transform - literally. Go in-store (or to the Origins counter at your local department store), and try the one-eye test. Within 1 minute, you'll see the difference between the eye that's been blessed with Youthopia, and the eye that's begging for a solution. There may not be a fountain of youth, but this must-have product allows the masses to keep the dream going a little longer. Try it!Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-28568957057830138582009-08-19T08:40:00.000-04:002009-08-19T08:40:00.110-04:00B Trendy: Carnal Desires - Animal Print Shoes<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sot3q6tSEjI/AAAAAAAAIn4/Rltu2U4Z7lw/s1600-h/Eve_Leopard_Print_Shoes.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 261px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sot3q6tSEjI/AAAAAAAAIn4/Rltu2U4Z7lw/s400/Eve_Leopard_Print_Shoes.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371518559766843954" border="0" /></a><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0);font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Eve wearing leopard platform heels</span></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />No matter where you look, fierce <span style="font-weight: bold;">animal prints, furs, and embellishments (<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">faux</span> or real) </span>are creeping their way onto the best-heeled ladies in the industry. Oddly enough, animal-print shoes can be worn as a "neutral", but also add that special touch to basic black, or any monochromatic outfit. Find your perfect pair this Fall, and make a roaring statement! Take a look at a few of our favorites below. <span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">B-Tip</span>: Don't go extra bargain basement on these. Cheapo animal prints look like gremlins in the daylight.<br /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sot3ZBCZW3I/AAAAAAAAInw/sXlPGJukHps/s1600-h/Picture+9.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 345px; height: 327px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sot3ZBCZW3I/AAAAAAAAInw/sXlPGJukHps/s400/Picture+9.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371518252228369266" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.barneys.com/Pepe/500164535,default,pd.html?utm_source=shopstyle&utm_medium=cse&utm_campaign=shopstyle08&source=shopstyle">Manolo <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Blahnik</span> Pepe - Leopard</a> - $745<br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sot2z7aq4nI/AAAAAAAAIno/CEaEGkdnpDg/s1600-h/11e025fa3ab7ff898f242e2b988c7852.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 225px; height: 337px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sot2z7aq4nI/AAAAAAAAIno/CEaEGkdnpDg/s400/11e025fa3ab7ff898f242e2b988c7852.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371517615064408690" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.chickdowntown.com/viewproduct.asp?ID=97940&source=shopstyle">Giuseppe <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Zanotti</span> Leopard Peep Toe Pumps</a> - $357<br /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sot2RCHxoQI/AAAAAAAAIng/prG1mNWYwp8/s1600-h/Picture+8.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 285px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sot2RCHxoQI/AAAAAAAAIng/prG1mNWYwp8/s400/Picture+8.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371517015568785666" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.endless.com/dp/B001BCXB1Q/ref=asc_df_B001BCXB1Q882981?tag=endlesscj-20&creative=380333&linkCode=asn&creativeASIN=B001BCXB1Q"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Givenchy</span> Open Toe <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Bootie</span> </a>- $676<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sot1u6O29dI/AAAAAAAAInY/0-A3riWaqZM/s1600-h/Picture+7.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 306px; height: 284px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sot1u6O29dI/AAAAAAAAInY/0-A3riWaqZM/s400/Picture+7.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371516429335459282" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.endless.com/dp/B001NMTGJ0/ref=asc_df_B001NMTGJ0882981?tag=endlesscj-20&creative=380333&linkCode=asn&creativeASIN=B001NMTGJ0">L.A.M.B. Leslie Sandal</a> - $356<br /><br /></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sot1K4GrDRI/AAAAAAAAInQ/pmWvRJ4GKjs/s1600-h/48475_in_l.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 230px; height: 345px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sot1K4GrDRI/AAAAAAAAInQ/pmWvRJ4GKjs/s400/48475_in_l.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371515810288962834" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/am/product/48475?cm_mmc=LinkshareUS-_-ProductFeed-_-Balmain-_-Boots&siteID=J84DHJLQkR4-AyhgjJ_4cJRmRqrWW1iXIg"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Balmain</span> Crystal Animal Print Boot</a> - $2,990<br /><br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sot0oT1MU_I/AAAAAAAAInI/ad_XNEbveRQ/s1600-h/Picture+6.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 305px; height: 283px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sot0oT1MU_I/AAAAAAAAInI/ad_XNEbveRQ/s400/Picture+6.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5371515216436417522" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.endless.com/dp/B001R4CG1O/ref=asc_df_B001R4CG1O882981?tag=endlesscj-20&creative=380333&linkCode=asn&creativeASIN=B001R4CG1O">Beverly <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Feldman</span> Firefly Mule</a> - $210<br /></div>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-45357972440227160472009-08-13T07:14:00.005-04:002009-08-13T07:33:31.958-04:00B Reviewed: Nice Matin<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://nicematinnyc.com/index.php"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 248px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoP2OXJRdVI/AAAAAAAAImI/KZAeqLnMCLg/s400/Nice-Matin_V2_460x285.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369405907347273042" border="0" /></a><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-weight: bold;">Nice Matin</span><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">201 West 79th St., New York, NY</span></span> <br /><br />The hunt for the best brunch spot in NYC is still on...Pre-basketball "Keep It Simple" revelations (see previous post), we made a stop at<span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);"> Nice Matin</span> on the Upper West Side. Just steps from the famous Sarabeth's - known for it's ALWAYS perfect brunch, and 45 minute wait times, Nice Matin is visually appetizing, and promises a French Mediterranean fare that should be able to hold it's own. So did it?<br /></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoP3z5CFoYI/AAAAAAAAImQ/tK4dS5Y3oco/s1600-h/burger+copy.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 267px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoP3z5CFoYI/AAAAAAAAImQ/tK4dS5Y3oco/s400/burger+copy.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369407651610730882" border="0" /></a>The outdoor dining experience was superb! Rather than throwing bows with neighbors on the left and right, the tables were well-spaced, and the awning providing just the right amount to shade without taking over the sun rays. As for the food - the preparation was truly French with <span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">rich flavors shining through</span>. Most importantly, the options were completely authentic to the region and spiced with fresh herbs (think: <span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">lamb sausage scrambled eggs</span>, and <span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">orange buttermilk french toast</span>). Plus, the coffee was on point! Definitely check it out the next time you want to get away with a simply prepared, but elegant brunch that pays homage to the French Riviera.<br /><br /><br /></div>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-1770481844233464382009-08-12T23:06:00.000-04:002009-08-13T08:08:46.775-04:00B In the Know: Vibe Magazine - Making a comeback...<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoQB4WaiZ-I/AAAAAAAAImY/aOPiwMBcTw8/s1600-h/Picture+3.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 254px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoQB4WaiZ-I/AAAAAAAAImY/aOPiwMBcTw8/s400/Picture+3.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5369418723333662690" border="0" /></a><span style="font-weight: bold;">Read more at <a href="http://online.wsj.com/article/SB125002489881123763.html">wsj.com</a></span><br /></div>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-11559754604927634412009-08-11T06:58:00.003-04:002009-08-11T07:28:48.125-04:00B-Noted: Keep It Simple<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoFO_6tzAPI/AAAAAAAAIl4/Kq0yCrfXdkU/s1600-h/bball.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 529px; height: 264px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SoFO_6tzAPI/AAAAAAAAIl4/Kq0yCrfXdkU/s400/bball.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368659090802409714" border="0" /></a>This weekend I had a profound experience in the most basic setting. <span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">A basketball court on the Upper West Side in New York City.</span> After a leisurely brunch, I walked over to a nearby court on 76th St. where a few of my guys were playing their usual weekend pick-up games. <br /><br />My friends aren't slouches, so physical fitness is no stranger, but to see my boys get together, sweat it out, and talk shit, was simply beautiful. By day, they are <span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">media executives, bankers, video directors, and beyond</span>, and they spend their "9-5" doing things they love...for the most part. They don't, however, get to choose who they do it with. Somehow, the notion of these men taking 3 hours for themselves to come together, let out some physical aggression and bond over a ball, is what life is all about. Choices.<br /><br />Like many cities, <span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">NYC has a way of pulling you in a million directions</span> - brunch, sale in Soho, gym, pop into the office to catch up on a proposal, hit the Yankees game, then a comedy show with your cousin who came into town, and then, oh yea, let me see if this chick wants to meet up for a drink? All in one day!<br /><br />But getting it all in and "chasing" a day just isn't that satisfying when you have nothing to savor. As a personal offender of making weekend lists, and double/triple booking, I learned a great lesson this weekend. Find a happy place. Be selfish with my time and choices. And, most importantly <span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">keep it simple</span>.<br /><br /><br /></div>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-78333903297825763162009-08-10T08:40:00.000-04:002009-08-10T08:40:00.408-04:00B Inspired: Usher - Modern Rat Pack<div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://gossiponthis.com/2009/08/09/usher-hosts-party-for-his-julyaugust-2009-vegas-magazine-cover-feature-info-on-his-upcoming-monster-album/"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 270px; height: 400px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sn-JYi5n-dI/AAAAAAAAIlo/41AZEV08d10/s400/ushervegas2.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368160335627286994" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Usher at his Vegas Magazine (July/August '09) cover party at the Palms Hotel in Las Vegas</span></span><br /><br />I think we can all agree that a single <span style="font-weight: bold;">Usher</span>, is a much sexier Usher. Now that our favorite R&B crooner officially has his swag back, let's pay tribute to his impeccable styling, just right accessories, and classic lines. Usher manages to <span style="font-weight: bold;">keep it fresh without straying</span> too far from his signature look in masculine flannel, with a sophisticated fit. You have to admire this artist for not succumbing to the need for constant re-invention, just to stay relevant. That goes for his music, and his style.<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sn-JAkN2bsI/AAAAAAAAIlg/pwd7w2jVYEQ/s1600-h/Picture+3.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 309px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sn-JAkN2bsI/AAAAAAAAIlg/pwd7w2jVYEQ/s400/Picture+3.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368159923663695554" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.villagehatshop.com/bailey_hats_man_hat_barr_fedoras.html"> </a><span style="font-size:85%;">Simmons Jewelry Co. <a href="http://www.macys.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=243897&BannerID=PD115&PartnerID=LINKSHARE&LinkshareID=neQRQBqOKtQ-K.2WY3JdyIVuaVgQoAubNg">Green Bracelet </a>- $125; Urban Outfitters Aubaine <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?itemdescription=true&itemCount=60&startValue=1&selectedProductColor=&sortby=&id=16830994&parentid=M_ACC_WATCHES&sortProperties=+subCategoryPosition,+product.marketingPriority,-product.startDate&navCount=18&navAction=poppushpush&color=&pushId=M_ACC_WATCHES&popId=MENS_ACCESSORIES&prepushId=">Boxing Gloves Necklace</a>; Kohl's Relic <a href="http://www.kohls.com/kohlsStore/mens/accessories/beltssuspenders/brown/PRD%7E439276/Relic+BottleOpener+Leather+Belt.jsp">Bottle-Opener Leather Belt</a> - $25; American Eagle <a href="http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat2640038&productId=prod4680316&WT.mc_id=k108283&WT.mc_ev=click&CustomerMemberID=90367929">Herringbone Vest</a> - $30; Gap <a href="http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?searchCID=25781&pid=663369&scid=663369002&vid=-1">Lightweight Flannel</a> - $45; Timex <a href="http://www.timex.com/gp/product/B002ERJ076/sr=1-119/qid=1249871197/ref=sr_1_119/178-4560701-8485741?ie=UTF8&m=A1S5XB33AHYRMX&n=238533011&timexBrand=core">Sport Luxury Chronograph</a> - $150; <a href="http://www.villagehatshop.com/bailey_hats_man_hat_barr_fedoras.html">Bailey Barr Fedora</a> - $88; Heritage 1981 <a href="http://www.forever21.com/heritage1981/mens/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=FOREVER21&category%5Fname=m%5Fbottom%5Fdenim&product%5Fid=2063190789&Page=all">Lewis Straight Jean</a> - $35</span><br /></div>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-43172455946042820832009-08-09T09:56:00.003-04:002009-08-09T10:01:13.406-04:00B quoted...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sn7VxU9rtNI/AAAAAAAAIlY/VowgCk8VF1g/s1600-h/sheree.png"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 136px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Sn7VxU9rtNI/AAAAAAAAIlY/VowgCk8VF1g/s400/sheree.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5367962849289942226" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:130%;"><br />"Who gon' check me, boo?"<br /><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">~ Sheree Whitfield</span>, Bravo's </span><span style="font-style: italic;"><span style="font-size:130%;">The Real Housewives of Atlanta</span><br /><br /><span style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204);"><br />Get yours and do you. Who gon' check you boo? </span><br /></span>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-65465701897420796022009-08-06T07:05:00.006-04:002009-08-06T07:25:57.128-04:00B Lovd: Katana - Robata & Sushi Bar (L.A.)<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:85%;" ><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Snq59-H1FYI/AAAAAAAAIlQ/CsjX1kvm-xw/s1600-h/katana.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 303px; height: 223px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Snq59-H1FYI/AAAAAAAAIlQ/CsjX1kvm-xw/s400/katana.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366806380264363394" border="0" /></a><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">KATANA</span></span></span></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">8439 W Sunset Blvd</span></span></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> West Hollywood, CA</span></span></span><span style="font-size:85%;"><br /></span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">(323) 650-8585<br /><br /></span></span></span><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0); font-family: georgia;font-size:100%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">It's time for the West Coast to get a little more loving, and I have a lot to give. </span></span><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0); font-weight: bold; font-family: georgia;font-size:100%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Katana</span></span><span style="color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: georgia;font-size:100%;" ><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> gets an easy A+ on food, service, ambiance, and proximity to anywhere you would want to be in West Hollywood on a Friday night.</span></span><br /></span></span></span><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(204, 0, 0);font-size:85%;" ><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Snq5itqnORI/AAAAAAAAIlI/FH80pPD94qg/s1600-h/katana05.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Snq5itqnORI/AAAAAAAAIlI/FH80pPD94qg/s320/katana05.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366805911990384914" border="0" /></a><br />This Japanese Robata and Sushi Bar offers small plates for the diner who wants to keep it light with sashimi or a few rolls, but it also caters to someone who wants something a little heartier. (Robata is a method of cooking on a Bincho charcoal grill, which apparently leads to perfectly seared meats - love!) I recommend the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Rock Shrimp Tempura,</span> and the <span style="font-weight: bold;">Short Ribs</span>.<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Snq5diVRM6I/AAAAAAAAIlA/XOJQtXH7ETs/s1600-h/Picture+1.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 115px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Snq5diVRM6I/AAAAAAAAIlA/XOJQtXH7ETs/s320/Picture+1.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366805823048725410" border="0" /></a><br />This is L.A., so Katana did not disappoint when it comes to the <span style="font-weight: bold;">"pretty people"</span>. The crowd was good-looking, in-shape, and the model/actresses were definitely in effect at the hostess stand. And of course, a celeb and ball player or two were in the house.<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Snq5XemXlBI/AAAAAAAAIk4/cNPiz3s1IMo/s1600-h/Picture+3.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 194px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Snq5XemXlBI/AAAAAAAAIk4/cNPiz3s1IMo/s320/Picture+3.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366805718967489554" border="0" /></a><br />The icing on the Molten Chocolate Cake our superb server comped for us, was the <span style="font-weight: bold;">view</span>. Katana has a sizable open dining terrace with a view of Sunset Blvd. and the comings and goings at the Mondrian across the street. So charming. So L.A.<br /><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Snq5QMO1uhI/AAAAAAAAIkw/y9zgMYB_3GE/s1600-h/katanasushi-1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 213px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Snq5QMO1uhI/AAAAAAAAIkw/y9zgMYB_3GE/s320/katanasushi-1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366805593777879570" border="0" /></a>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-83362984070845053892009-08-05T08:39:00.000-04:002009-08-05T08:39:00.156-04:00B In the Know: Bob Herbert on Race Relations<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SnkDKAlNncI/AAAAAAAAIko/EaaSxpk7I90/s1600-h/ts-herbert-190.jpg"></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Snj_PkZbLhI/AAAAAAAAIkg/IHPW1-7xkPQ/s1600-h/48378507.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 256px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/Snj_PkZbLhI/AAAAAAAAIkg/IHPW1-7xkPQ/s400/48378507.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366319598945381906" /></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(102, 0, 204);"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">New York Time</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">s</span> Op-Ed columnist Bob Herbert has been more than expressive about his views regarding the case of "mistaken identity" with Harvard professor, Henry Louis Gates. Take a peek at a few excerpts from his recent columns to see what he has to say about the where the responsibility lies in this situation where "cooler heads" should have had a bit more sensitivity training.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); font-weight: normal; "><img src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SnkDKAlNncI/AAAAAAAAIko/EaaSxpk7I90/s320/ts-herbert-190.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5366323901478313410" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 190px; height: 240px; " /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">"Anger Has Its Place" (7/31/09) Excerpt:</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: normal; line-height: 22px; font-size:15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">You can yell at a cop in America. This is not Iran. And if some people don’t like what you’re saying, too bad...Black people are constantly being stopped, searched, harassed, publicly humiliated, assaulted, arrested and sometimes killed by police officers in this country for no good reason.</span> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 22px; font-size:15px;"><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/01/opinion/01herbert.html">Read more...</a></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;">"Innocence Is No Defense" (8/3/09) Excerpt:<br /></div></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 22px; font-size:15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">The arrest last month of Professor Henry Louis Gates Jr. did not occur in a vacuum...</span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" line-height: 22px; font-size:15px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: italic;">it was the latest in a series of troubling incidents that have left law-abiding members of the Harvard community feeling as though they were unfairly targeted and humiliated because of their race. </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/04/opinion/04herbert.html?_r=1">Read more...</a></span></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: bold; line-height: 22px;font-size:15px;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style=" font-weight: bold; line-height: 22px;font-size:15px;"><br /></span></div>Jenhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07636487281267839344noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8513298437470471417.post-8319432574221168532009-08-04T08:06:00.000-04:002009-08-04T08:06:00.399-04:00B Trendy: Pyramid Studs<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(255, 0, 0);"></span><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SneBgBoTjkI/AAAAAAAAIkI/Txrabia2Cis/s1600-h/mandy-moore.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 267px; height: 400px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_VDpqsK9LE60/SneBgBoTjkI/AAAAAAAAIkI/Txrabia2Cis/s400/mandy-moore.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365899868228521538" border="0" /></a><span style="font-size:85%;"><span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">Mandy Moore wearing Pyramid stud earrings</span></span><br /><br />Every girl has an inner "rocker chick" she's dying to unleash, and this popular fashion trend makes it ultra-easy to get that edge you want, without crossing the line. <span style="font-weight: bold; color: rgb(102, 0, 204);">Pyramid studs</span> are popping up everywhere, and you can get in on the action at a price point that won't bust the bank. 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