VP Debates

Who else is pretty excited about watching the VP debates? My family has already decided to make this a family night. I have been designated to bring the popcorn. The popular question nowadays is "how will Palin perform in the debate against Biden?" I would guess like how a deer performs in headlights. The Republicans acted as if they picked her because she was some kind of "Ace in the Hole" that we were underestimating. If her interviews are any indication, it is safe to say they were dead wrong. So, how do you really think she will do? On one hand, you have an experienced debater. On the other, you have someone who got tripped up on questions from Katie Couric. You decide.

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Miss Jessie's Original

I first ran across Miss Jessie's in an article in Essence magazine. Miss Jessie's original is a line of hair care products specifically marketed towards African-Americans wishing to maintain natural hair and naturally curly hair. Its products consist of styling cremes, moisturizers, and deep conditioning treatments. The inventors of this line are multi-cultured sista's (their father African American, their mother Japanese) that found it hard to find a means to proper hair care growing up. This line is meant for those who wish to not damage their hair with hot combs and relaxers and do not want their hair weighed down with greasy styling products. Miss Jessie's has been featured in an assortment of fashion and beauty magazines and is a favorite among a slew of celebrities.

Below are a few before & after pictures, courtesy of their official website. To view more of these photos click here.



For more information or to find a Beauty Supply retailer near you, follow the below link. You can also shop online.
www.missjessies.com

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"Gotcha" Journalism?

It appears that every question directed to Sarah Palin is what she and John McCain like to call "gotcha" journalism. Even when it is a question asked by a Regular Joe voter.....and not a professional journalist. She was asked by this Regular Joe "What are you gonna do about Pakistan?". And so she answered the question, revealing her stance....that she agreed with attacking terrorist targets. Actually, her exact statement was "if that's what we have to do stop the terrorists from coming any further in, absolutely, we should". I would also like to point out this exchange was captured on video.

Now she and McCain are actively trying to retract her statement seeing as how it coincides with Obama's statements (statements which McCain has publicly attacked). So now they are trying to claim her statement actually was "we're gonna do what we have to do to protect the United States of America". Did Palin and McCain seem to forget her original response was actually recorded?

It seems this is a woman of many excuses and not enough answers. Conservative journalist Kathleen Parker, who once upon a time rooted for Palin, put it best: "If BS were currency, Palin could bail out Wall Street herself."

If the Republicans hope to have even a sliver of a chance at defeating the Democrats, now is not the time for her to fumble while asked simple, soft core questions. She should already have a basic knowledge about all the questions asked of her and if McCain was not so inept, he would had made sure she did before even asking her to take on this responsibility. But I guess the fact she is a woman was good enough for him. I find that tactic rather insulting for two reasons. 1) He thought the American public was dumb enough to be side-tracked and forget about the real issues & 2) He could have at least got himself a smart woman. And I'm sure Hillary pretty much feels the same way...especially since they were trying to advertise Palin as being in the same league as her simply because she is a woman, nothing more. Sorry Palin, but you must also be intelligent to fully function in her league.

For more on what Kathleen Parker had to say about her once prospective VP choice, click here. She is just one of many people who is suffering from buyers remorse.

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A Few of My Fav Beauty Products

Cashmere Hand and Body Lotion by Dremu:
Just about every fashion and beauty magazine on the market has raved about it. I have actually tried this product and I must say, this lotion truly has earned the right to be everyone's favorite. It keeps your skin supple and hydrated. An added bonus is that it eliminates the need for any other fragrance because it also has a refreshing, pleasant scent to it. According to it's official website, it contains Ylang-Ylang essential oil, famous for its subtle aphrodisiac scent. This lotion is perfect for those who suffer from rough, dry skin in the winter time. It is $38.00 per 8 fl. oz. bottle but I promise it is worth every penny. Visit their website for more information and to read other reviews: www.dremu.com

Clean:
The name says it all. This perfume smells like nothing but pure, hygienic cleanliness. That could be because the inventor of this perfume was inspired by, well, soap. There are a variety of scents to pick...everything from "Shower Fresh" to "Fresh Laundry". All day you literally smell like you just stepped out of the shower, even though you have been busting your butt at work. Check it out for yourself: www.cleanperfume.com

Neutrogena Body Oil:
This body oil works best when applied to damp skin, e.g. after a shower. It is good as another defense to seal and maintain skin moisture. I especially love how I feel after putting it on. I usually apply this before going to bed. The body oil has a subtle, lovely fragrance due to it's sesame ingredient. www.neutrogena.com

Victoria Secret's "Beauty Rush" Lip Gloss:
This lip gloss is rather impressive. I happened upon it around a year ago while shopping in VS. I bought only one at the time but once using it I went back to stock up before it was discontinued! Fortunate enough, it is still available. VS claims that it "tastes as delicious as they look" and I couldn't agree more. www2.victoriasecret.com

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Splurge or Save

Below are a couple of fashion duplicates, with the only real difference being the price tag.

To the left is a Nili Loton wool pea coat available at Shop Bop, valued at $650.00. The coat is very stylish and can be worn whether you are dressed up or dressed down. The one on the right is a wool blend coat at Forever 21 that costs $34.80. It's an excellent knock off of the before-mentioned. But it is only meant for those not looking for warmth. It's obvious this coat is meant for the main purpose of looking cute and should not be relied on as cold weather protection if you live in an area where the winters are harsh.

And speaking of which, I advise everyone to invest in at least one quality winter coat; the term "quality" not meaning it has to be $650...but if you do have that kind of money to splurge, more power to you!

http://www.shopbop.com/
http://www.forever21.com/

Shown on the left is a striped crossover hoodie by Guess. This hoodie has only one color option (shown above) and is priced at $89.00. The shawl collar sweater on the right is compliments of Wet Seal. You have the option of buying it in brown, black, or olive (shown above) at the affordable price of $19.50. This sweater is sexy and perfect for the fall.

http://www.shop.guess.com/

http://www.wetseal.com/

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