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F O U N D A T I O N
Publisher’s Corner
Editor in Chief
Renee’ Smith
A wedding is a beautiful
Managing Editor
union between you, your
Christina Mial
spouse and God. When I started planning this issue
Copy Editor
Drucilla Dunn
it became evident to me that too many times we
Writers
take this special event
Dasan Ahanu Joy Brown Quincy Gardner Schelle Holloway Vickie Stanford Angela Thomas
and turn it into a showcase of who can have the biggest and the best. Why? A wedding should be a milestone, something shared with family and close friends that come together to witness an incredible union with a man and a woman
Photographer
that shows that they are not only in love, but dedicated
Jackie Smith
to themselves and the love they share. As I read some of the articles that had been submitted, it really did my heart good. I said to myself, they get it! They really get it, now I have to share this with my readers in
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hopes that they to will get it. Marriage is a wonderful thing when shared by two people who have searched themselves and know without a shadow of a doubt that they were meant to be together. It's nothing like not only loving the one you are with but liking him or her as well. Knowing that you did this for all the right reasons makes all the rewards priceless. If you are married, love the one that you are with. Remember, marriage is made in heaven, but the maintenance is done right here on earth. What it took to get him or her will take that plus some to keep it going, and if you are thinking of getting married first be sure that this is the person that you can see yourself growing old with, waking up to every morning and just sharing your world with. Marriage is meant to be a life long journey that you take together, not one that when things start to go bad, you are ready to leave him or her on the side of the road. Renee' Renee@diamonddivamag.com
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By: Quincy Gardner Becoming either too comfortable with your life or too fearful and depressed can stop you from growing. Even though the way to success may seem crazy and hazy, never give up your dream, faith, self-esteem and determination. Allow me to encourage you today. Learn to silence the voice of your inner critic. Silence the voice of worry, jealousy and fear. You can accomplish anything as you learn to focus, believe in yourself, stay the course, discipline your weak areas, balance your life, remain teachable and adhere to God’s guidance for your life. Remember these five ways to be happy: 1) Free your mind from worry and fear. 2) take care of tour body. Your health is your first wealth. 3) Live simply with order, beauty, peace, love and gratitude. 4) Give yourself permission to explore the opportunities to live in your purpose. 5) Only the strong survive. So strengthen your areas of weakness. (I.e. Faith, finances, relationships, health, self-esteem, punctuality, education, people skills, temper, stress, procrastination, clutter, addictions).
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THE MANY WAYS WE SAY I LOVE YOU By: Renee’ Smith
With everyday life as we know it being so hectic and time sensitive our relationships tend to pay the price and grow increasingly unfocused. This isn't to say we love our partners any less. In most cases, our love and commitment only seems to deepen with time. But if this is true why do we seem to have less time for the one we love? Maybe you feel that these things are no longer needed, but you could not be farther from the truth. Remember the same thing it took to get him will be the same thing plus some to keep him. When my husband and I began dating two years ago, we often exchanged love
Keep the love alive in your relationship.
letters, little romantic gifts, cards that said
Find ways to say “I love you” without ever
only the sweetest things and other cute
saying a word. Simple things like leaving
and cuddly things to express how much
behind a little note on his bag for work to
we cared for each other. As the months
let him know that you hope he has a
began to pass by our love grew stronger
great day, be careful and that you love
but the number of cards, love letters and
him, or calling him at work just to say hi, or
those cute little cuddly things started
even pulling the covers over him when
coming few and far between. I guess
he falls asleep on the couch but he's not
that's typical in most long term
quite ready to go to bed. It's the simple things in a relationship that leave a
relationships.
lasting impression of love. With every new relationship, we tend to express our love in dramatic ways
Things like holding hands in front of your
through flowers, love letters and other
friends, or not noticing his thinning hair
romantic gestures. This is a wonderful part
and even the way you make him feel like
of every relationship and what makes
he's the most important person in the
each one fun and exciting.
room, even when he knows he is not,
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may not be as romantic as a love letter or as exciting as being surprised with a dozen roses, but they do say just as loudly “I love you”. Do something today to enhance the love that brought the two of you together in the first place. Make everyday picture perfect and know that God has placed the two of you together to love and cherish one another, and grow in him. Enjoy life, find time to love today without ever saying a word.
Open Your Eyes Love is a funny thing. We close our eyes and visualize our perfect life with all the elements that will make us happy. When you “Open Your Eyes” the reality of it all is that we have to laugh sometimes to keep from crying and everything we need is not right in front of us. Wendy Brooks fell into love and has all the bumps and bruises to show for it. When the backstabbing and betrayal would arise, closing her eyes always elevated her to a different place. It was full of love, lust, sex and people only her imagination would allow her to have; those were her elements of happiness. Behind the expensive suits, cars, clubs and money that comes with a new love interest; does love really not cost a thing?
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Dear Coffee Dear Coffee,
Join Dear Coffee as she spills the tea on relationships, love, lust and the things you want to say but just can’t! Have a question, comment or concern you want her to speak on, email: coffee@diamonddivamag.com
I have picked up a few pounds over the past couple of months. I have been under a lot of stress but I don't think I am an emotional eater. But my boyfriend thinks I look great with the extra weight but I hate it. I don't enjoy getting undressed in front of him, I hate shopping for clothes and I cringe at the thought of him coming on to me for sex. I don't want to deny him so I do it but lay there in disgust because all I can think about is why in the world would he want to be intimate with me and I look the way I do? I have always been very confident but this weight gain is really bothering me. I don't have a lot of time to work out and I do watch what I eat and haven't noticed my eating habits changing but the pants I use to wear, I can't wear them anymore. How do I get my sexy back and not push my man into the arms of another woman because he works hard at letting me know that he likes what he sees but I can see the frustration on his face during sex and when I push him away in embarrassment sometimes. What should I do to keep from getting bigger and keep him from getting gone? Signed, Pound for Pound
Dear Pound for Pound, Women are so hard on themselves when they gain a few pounds. It's okay, as long as it's not sloppy weight. Your man must like it because he could easily be out there seeking another woman if you noticeably picked up that much weight. But Honey, he may look at it as mo' cushion for the pushin', if you get my drift. It only takes 30 minutes a day to maintain some kind of healthy lifestyle. You have to MAKE TIME for you if you want to begin some type of physical activity to help control your weight gain. And girlfriend if you haven't heard, there ain't nothing wrong with a plus size woman. There are stores that have all the same clothes and sexy lingerie the skinny girl stores sell. Be happy with who you are and if you don't like it…YOU change it. Your man hasn't complained; he's still enjoying his woman! If it means that much to you and are worried about him, tell him you'd like to go walking and would he go with you? Hell, let him chase you all over the house with a game of hide and go get it (lol) and if he finds you…he can get it!!! Don't sweat a few pounds; if you gain a whole person, then you should worry! Ya girl, COFFEE
BEFORE YOU SAY I DO By: Joy Brown
love. There are millions of reasons why people desire to be married. Marriage is designed by God for whole individuals not half. So many times, we as women or men feel the need to be identified by another person to be complete. I have come to realize that if an individual is not satisfied with themselves, nothing or no one can satisfy the void. I speak from experience.
Yes, I am a
single, young woman who has a heart for God but also, a desire to be united in holy matrimony. The desire is accompanied by challenges and obstacles.
The
challenges will either enhance the desire Marriage is a beautiful union created by God.
However, I feel that so many
people are not informed or educated about the importance of marriage. As I watch the news, I witness how people are divorcing each other every day due to what I consider minor issues.
The
wedding vows state “til death do us part.”
your life or it will push you into the arms of a preying man or woman. An author by the name of Mikel Brown explained marriage this way. “Expecting success without preparation is like preparing without an agenda.” Before you say, “I DO,” one must be prepared to accept the challenge.
I would like to discuss some important areas that must be considered before saying, “I DO!” Many people enter into marriage prematurely because of a sense of loneliness, the need to have sexual fulfillment, the need of companionship, the need for money, the need for a challenge, desiring children, or the misunderstanding of
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to wait on God for the ordain mate for
I
was engaged twice, however, I never made it down the aisle. Why, you may ask, because I was not prepared for this lifelong commitment.
I was like every
young woman, excited to receive the engagement ring, plan the wedding, and then the honeymoon. If I had gone through with either engagement, I would either be separated, divorced or
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miserably living in turmoil. I wasn't ready for marriage, but no one could tell me at the time. You know how we “know what we're doing?� I believe today that God intervened, with the assistance of my mother, to prevent both marriages from coming to fruition. I appreciate God for loving me so much that He intercepted my life. This is an introduction but next month I will discuss 'why do you want to be married?' Think about it and we will talk next month. Sowing a seed into your life, water and cultivate it through the Word of God, and watch it grow!
Wedding Bliss...what to wear for a spring/summer wedding By: N. Chanel Hunter
A daytime , indoor event
For the Guest... An evening, indoor event
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Dee’s Couture
Mrs. Dee’s Fashion’s The Woman Behind the Design
Deborah Cooper, who is professionally known as Mrs. Dee, inherited her talent of sewing from her grandmother (who could make anything without a pattern) as so can Mrs. Dee. At the age of nine, Mrs. Dee started making doll clothes; she took it a step further and made clothes for her sisters, and herself. She is a self-taught seamstress who loves fashion, sewing, and designing. She has never taken any formal professional training, until 2004, when she met an awesome designer, Michael Taylor. Mrs. Dee feels as though her talent is a blessing and a gift from God, which allowed her to develop a clientele in Richmond and in surrounding areas. Dee's Couture has been featured in numerous fashion shows, to include: Maryland Fashion Week, Virginia Beach Fashion Week, Hype Hair Fashion Show, Black Beauty Expo, and now touring and featured in the Black Designers On Tour. She has, and is currently working for Mr. John Blassingame with Today's Black Women and Men Magazine, and as well as the fashion venues that he has done. Miss Dee has also been interviewed for various TV, and radio stations. Finally, Dee's Couture has been featured in several magazines such as: Grace Today, Versus, and now Diamond Diva. Learning of Mrs. Dee's exquisite Bridal Line, I knew that we had to share it with our readers. Her very first wedding gown that she ever made consisted of, a chamuse and hand beaded lace overlay for our lovely plus size women. This dress is being featured by her plus size Diva Model, Lisa Watts. Her second gown is a one shoulder casa satin with a short bolero jacket that is being modeled by Sherhae Holloway. To complete her line she designed what she says is her favorite gown. “It took her me a little time on this one� she says. It's all handmade lace with pearls, no seams at all on the top, the bottom is made of chamuse with a handmade beaded train attached to it. This lovely gown is being modeled by April.
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Mrs. Dee shared with us, that she LOVES doing wedding gowns for all shapes and sizes. She feels that every woman should feel elegant on her big day. In closing, she knows that it takes more to enhancing the beauty of these gowns than just putting a beautiful woman in them. She gives credit to those that assisted her in completing the final
look,
her
photographer
John
Scott
at
scottsphotographyva.com, and her hair and makeup stylist, Ms.
Fatima Myrick, naimahfartistry@yahoo.com. Mrs. Dee feels that with her hard work and dedication for fashion, Dee's Couture will continue to prosper and have great success!!
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CALLING ALL GIRLS OR NOT
chose people you feel close to and that
By: Angela Thomas
you can depend on. Follow your heart, ask yourself, "Are they dependable, and trust worthy?� If there are any doubts, go with your heart. Traditionally, the bride will ask her sister or her best friend and the groom asks his brother or his best friend. On occasions that position will even be filled by his father. Keep a realistic number
Deciding who to include in your
Is it really necessary to have a bridal party
wedding party should not be a stressful
of twenty? "NO" It isn't even necessary to
task!
have an equal number of groomsmen and bridesmaids. In choosing your
The question has been asked, and now
attendants choose those that have
you're getting married. You've told both
meaning to you and your fiancĂŠ. Who
sets of parents and your close friends,
says just because she is your 1st cousin,
your next step is to determine who will
she has to be in your wedding, or
stand with you, and be there for moral
because you were in her wedding
support. Your maid of honor and best
guarantees her a spot in your wedding,
man should be chosen carefully, for they
let every aspect of your wedding have
are particularly very important people.
meaning. Every wedding procession can
These two people will generally have
even have its own distinctive style. If
more responsibility than your other
there are one more groomsmen than
attendants and will sign as witnesses on
there are bridesmaids, for instance, one
your marriage. Try to give everyone
maid could precede a pair of
involved adequate notice so that your
groomsmen, or have the groomsman
date can saved, travel plans arranged
escort them both. Don't compromise
and time off work can be secured.
your wedding party selection for the sake of symmetry.
Follow your heart Age, relationship and looks should not
Everyone should feel special
matter, what should matter is that you
Not everyone will be able to be apart of
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the wedding party. For those who still hold a special place in your life, they can still be apart of your special day. Maybe they are a very special cousin, make her a hostess, or maybe he's got a close friend that her grew up with, place him as an usher. There are so many positions available that no one should feel left out. Make it Plain Make sure that everyone knows there role. It is the responsibility of the bride and grooms to provide as much information about the wedding as possible and be honest and up-front about expenses that your attendants will have to be responsible for. Don't make your attendants feel as if they have to be apart of your wedding, being a wedding attendant can be expensive and time consuming. Not everyone is ready for such a big responsibility. Any attendant that feels that they can not accept that responsibility for whatever reason, should discuss this with the bride and groom as soon as possible. If the bride and groom are able they should offer to help with some of the cost that the attendants will occur. Offer to purchase their jewelry, or even pay something towards their shoes, or even their attire. If this is not possible, relieve them from an awkward situation of not knowing how to tell you by devising a role for her to remain involved in the wedding without having to incur any cost.
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From a Males Perspective Ok Ladies, we all have tried to figure out, "What was HE Thinking".Well, now here's your chance to find out. Have a burning question, that needs a male’s touch, or you just want to know why men do what they do, then get it from A Males Perspective. Send all questions, comments and even your concerns to info@diamonddivamag.com, subject “Male’s Perspective” and let's find out what indeed he was really thinking.
Interested….Maybe? The answer has escaped women for centuries. The question is discussed in coffee shops, living rooms, on twitter, and over chat. Genuine curiosity pushes women to ask it again and again. What is he thinking? What was his motivation, his intent, and his purpose? Does he even know? We hear time and time again that men and women act and think so differently. The only real way to find out what is really going on in someone's head is to ask them. The concern is that you wont get an honest and straightforward answer. We won't get into how often that happens. Just know that this is not one of those times. I'm going to answer any question you ask, and I'm going to tell it straight. This month's question came from a friend of mine. She was having a problem reading the actions of a man she had an interest in. I felt that it was a situation other women have been in and each one of them would benefit from some insider information. Why is it that the man I'm interested in says he is interested in me, says that he enjoys talking to me, would like to go out with me, but never "has time" to go out or come visit? He's busy. He's working. He has his daughter. He has meetings on the weekend. He has all these other things to do. Why isn't he making any time for me if I'm so interesting to him? I had to take this question. One, because I felt I could help by answering. Second, because I've done this to someone. I feel it's only right that I address this situation and help my friend and the other women facing a similar circumstance. Listen close because there are two answers to this question, each with a straightforward solution. Men like to be interested in things. Listen to them talk about sports, cars, the latest news, or a television program they have seen recently. Things that are intriguing, layered, engaging, and challenging pique them. The problem is the investment. There is an old adage that says “you make time for what you want to make time for.” It is true. Only, at times people take this to mean that they don't matter to the other person. That's not the case. You just aren't being made a priority. That's different. You matter, just not as much as other things. There is a reason why. Men will create a list of priorities that work for their life at that moment. They will stick to that list rigidly. It provides comfort, security, and balance. At least that's how they perceive it. So in order for you to get a man's time he has to have some left after devoting time to the other priorities. So if you meet a man who lives close to his mother, has a demanding job, close friends, and kids from a previous relationship…have the time
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conversation early. If he happens to be active in an organization, have a side business, or siblings close by…find a hobby for yourself. Your wait for consistent moments together may take awhile. You won't be able to tell that there is an issue from talking to him. He'll email you while he is at his desk, comment on your status on Facebook, and even hit you up on Gchat. He'll text when he has a chance, call you when he is in the car, and even Skype before bed. The problem is that none of this is in person. Try to set up a lunch date, dinner and a movie, or coffee after work and it doesn't happen. He always has something to do. It's because those things are higher on the priority list and need to have time allotted to them first. Ever seen a man get out of a relationship and go right into another? No matter how many times his friends and family tell him to take time for himself he doesn't. It's because he has gotten used to a routine that includes a significant other. He doesn't want to adjust. He doesn't want to adapt. So there may be a number of bad relationships that follow, but the spot in his life is still available for someone. Once he has had to be alone for a little while things shift. He fills that void with other things. It provides a distraction from the loneliness and soon becomes habit. Breaking that is like fighting the Hulk with wiffle ball bat and a plastic knife. Now, there is another answer to this. He has a not so significant other already. Yep, you know you wondered. It doesn't mean he isn't interested. It doesn't mean he doesn't want to spend some time with you. It means that he can't figure out how to escape his current partner. So instead of suggesting an early evening at Starbucks you should offer a covert rendezvous in the back of a dark restaurant. Try a movie at an obscure theater for a Saturday matinee. Find out when he is going out of town. Offer to meet him there. I bet he lights up at the idea. That's a warning beacon. If the latter is true the answer is simple…run. Or wear sunglasses at night. If that not so significant other is his wife…run fast with your middle finger up. If he's not indulging in an escape from his everyday, then try having a good ole heart to heart. Let him know you understand. Be proactive. Find out what his schedule is like and offer to do something unconventional that fits in his schedule. A few moments at a local park will work wonders. A short walk around the block from his job, a chat in line at the bagel shop before work, or a meetup at the grocery store can work. I mean, he has to wash his car right? A few minutes at the detail shop is better than nothing. If he is resistant to all of your attempts then he isn't ready to invest in anyone. You are interesting to him, but he isn't willing to take a chance. If you wait for the starts to align in his world to create an open evening then you'll be hoping for a miracle. He's waiting for the stars to align because if they don't he can say “it's just not meant to be” while hiding behind his schedule. Look up plausible deniability. CIA agents and single men are really good at it. I will tell you this. My advice isn't foolproof. It may not help at all. What I do know is that there is a man out there who is waiting for someone to understand that a little effort and time will lead to change. That 10 minutes now can lead to an evening later and a lifetime down the road. Then again, maybe I'm just speaking for myself now. Dasan Ahanu is a public speaker, organizer, workshop facilitator, poet, spoken word performer, songwriter, writer, emcee, and loyal Hip Hop head born and raised in Raleigh, North Carolina. He is currently a teacher at Duke University's Young Writer's Camp, creative consultant and resident artist at the Hayti Heritage Center in Durham, NC and an artist-inresidence at Saint Augustine's College in Raleigh, NC.
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For a ravishing day wedding, what does the mother of the bride or groom, bridesmaids, or even an excited bride wear?
Tips for the divine event Floral prints or festive colors are great for weddings DON’T coordinate with the wedding colors unless you’re in the wedding party Wear comfortable shoes, you never know how long you may need to be on your feet DON’T wear white to a wedding at all Remind yourself if it’s an evening /daytime or indoor/outdoor event DON’T wear black, rhinestones, or sequins (blacks are for funerals, and sparkles are for the bride) Hats are more for outside weddings only, unless bride says different DON”T wear anything too revealing It’s always best for the mothers of the bride and groom to coordinate with the wedding colors, it works wonders for pictures and timeless memories Please check with the bride for any concerns it’s her day to shine and everyone wants to have a wedding to talk about for years to come.
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INVITING GOD TO YOUR By: Rev. Vickie Stanford
Wedding
The thought of falling in love is nestled deep within the heart of every young woman and needless to say, the heart of a man contemplates spending his life with some beautiful young princess. Without uttering a single word, the age-old story of Romeo and Juliet plays out in the subconscious of most puberty survivors,
"oh Romeo, oh
Romeo, oh wherefore art thou, my Romeo" or something to that tune. As love grows, butterflies seem to always flutter in the stomach, everything smells sweet and love fills the air. For some others, they know that Mr. Right or Ms. Beautiful is out there somewhere. They daydream about meeting him or her and unconsciously approach relationships or courtship with a "buzz" wondering if this is the person whom my heart beats for. Once a courtship stabilizes and you are just as intrigued with him as he is with you, talks of spending your lives together surface as you plow through the challenges of everyday living. Not only is it a challenge for you to get to know the person, but finding the right time to discuss your family values, morale beliefs and religious practices takes patience and tack.
So often couples never overcome these
communication hurdles that a relationship must conquer and significant issues are not addressed. They also fail to realize that two can not walk together in peace if there is little or no agreement about the values that will affect the rest of their lives.
Neglecting to
discuss building blocks to a successful marriage jeopardizes the love peace and comfort that a marriage should offer. You don't need a crystal ball to see into the future to determine if you and the one you love are compatible. There is a guidebook that covers all of the essential areas of life and lifestyle for a man and woman desiring to live in holy matrimony. You see loving someone and living happily ever after does not have to be a fairy tale in today's society. With the high rate of divorce, many couples are afraid to commit themselves to each other in marriage for fear of becoming a statistic. They fail to trust God to grow them up in their marital relationship therefore; they fall into a life of sin -practicing marital acts without a license. I want you to know that you can achieve a level of understanding, communication and love for your mate that will produce a solid stable mature marital relationship. One where each of you truly desires to live out
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your covenant before God and man until death separates you.
DD’sPink Pages
During the season of discovering the fun things about your mate, you must be honest about your relationship with the Lord and determine if your mate has given his or her heart to the Lord. This is the greatest and most rewarding discovery you can make about your mate before agreeing to marry. With both of you recognizing and honoring the authority of Jesus Christ in your lives, it will be easier to love, relate and communicate with your mate. As you labor together on life issues, there will be a mutual respect for God's Word. It will become your personal instructional manual for life. You will also need the wisdom and encourage of mature Christians to help you get your
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salvation. So when you are considering marriage, make sure that you have taken care of all preliminary arrangements; personal salvation; guest lists; beautiful flowers; program participants; ushers; bride maids;
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facilities; reception; details and food; transportation and the honeymoon. When you and your love one have made God the head of your life, you will know for sure that God will be attending the wedding. He will
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sanction and seal your marital covenant in the eyes of your witnesses in heaven as well as on earth. May God richly bless and keep you.
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Closing with Christina M
or t i d E g n i g a n a
After this issue if you aren't married you probably want to be right? I know that love was truly in the air this year. So far I have been in two weddings in 2011 and there are four more left that I will be involved in. Our bridal issue brought back a lot of memories for the staff as we prepared to go forward with it. We spent a lot of time talking about "remember when" and smiling at the thought of just being in love. I am looking forward to my wedding day myself.... although I guess I technically should start dating first before I start planning it though, huh? But seriously yall, how can the dresses, and the flowers, and the vows not make you plan ahead. Every one of us can look back on childhood and recall a memory of writing our name with some little boy's last name that at the time we were just so in love with. I guess what I am saying is, this was a fun issue. Now, enough of that. I had to do the mushy part first. But let's be real for a moment. I have been married before. It was alright, but I am so enjoying having my WHOLE bed to myself, going to pee in the middle of the night and sitting down without turning on the light with confidence that neither of two things will happen: I will not fall in the toilet and I will not have a wet bottom from the trickles of urine on the seat that my man was too lazy to wipe off. Right now I am just LIVING MY LIFE LIKE IT'S GOLDEN. Yes, you can do that with a husband, but don't rush for the sake of having one. Take the time to get to know YOU before you decide to share life with HIM. So, what do we have in store for you next month? I think it is going to be my THIRD favorite issue of 2011. The first we haven't done yet, it is coming later, the second was the Special Men's Edition..... mmmmmh, all that man candy, but NEXT month.... it's all about US. WOMEN in BUSINESS. We will be spotlighting women entrepreneurs and introducing you to their businesses. From newbies to those that have been in it to win it for a while, you will be introduced to ladies all over the area that are doing their "thang". If you know a woman in business and you feel she deserves to be spotlighted, don't hesitate to send us her info and we will accommodate it whether it makes it to print in our magazine or she is shouted out on our fan page. Either way, she will get her time to shine and help us continue with our mission of "Empowering the Essence of A Woman"! Thank you for your continued support!! As always, feel free to email... that's what it's for!
Love Ya, Christina Christina@diamonddivamag.com