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Volume 25 | Number 48

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Jesse Jackson Without a Clue

Marion Barry

2014 High

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Vigil for Michael Brown Case Decision

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Passes Away at 78

Sophia Nelson

Author of The Woman Code

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Without a Clue

Jesse Jackson

National Writer

n response to what he calls the President’s “war on coal,” Republican Senate Leader Mitch McConnell says “I’m going to war with him.” For McConnell, the historic agreement that the president signed with the Chinese, committing them for the first time to dramatic reductions in their greenhouse gases, is an outrage, an assault on “my state.” McConnell has just been reelected by the citizens of Kentucky -- albeit a small minority of them. (In a state where fewer than half of those eligible showed up, McConnell won with the votes of about 1/4 of the eligible voters). But seldom has a leader so clearly demonstrated that he will allow ideology and special interests to overrule both common sense and the common good. For McConnell, architect of the Republican scorched earth obstruction against all things Obama, going to war with the president is old hat. Among

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other things, he led the repeated Republican efforts to repeal Obamacare. Only, it turned out that health care reform is remarkably popular in Kentucky where the Governor embraced it and hundreds of thousands have benefited, particularly from the expansion of Medicaid that McConnell is against. In the campaign, McConnell tried to square this circle by suggesting inaccurately that the Kentucky program could continue even if health care reform was repealed. In part to make up for that foolishness, he was forced to run one of the most expensive Senate races ever to save his seat in a deep red state. Now McConnell is proving that he is a man of the past, not a leader for the future. No matter how much he may stick his head in the ground, climate change is already a real and present danger. Even the Pentagon acknowledges that. The berserk weather that is already roiling the world has concentrated the minds of responsible leaders in governments, militaries, businesses and societies across the globe. Senator McConnell may promise to use his post as Senate Majority leader to stand in the doorway and try to block change, but he will find that he is on the wrong side of history. Imagine what a more responsible leader of “coal country” would

Lyndon Johnson embracing the cause of civil rights, or Ronald Reagan reaching out to Gorbachev on nuclear disarmament, he’d have to have sufficient vision to ignore the brickbats of his allies on the right. McConnell shows no sign of rising to the historical opportunity before him. Instead he will howl at the rising tides, deny the reality around him, and continue the unrelenting partisan warfare that has brought him to his current position. A war on coal? Senator McConnell will fight for the interests of the coal companies and the oil interests. But the greatest damage inflicted on the people of coal country will be done by its newly re-elected Senator who simply doesn’t have a clue. You can write to the Rev. Jesse Jackson in care of this newspaper or by email at jjackson@rainbowpush.org. Follow him on Twitter @RevJJackson. Share this story online at www. stylemagazine.com.

Giving Thanks to Texas’ Severely Wounded Military Servicemen

members that day along with the 4,425 killed in action and 32, 223 Americans severely wounded in Iraq. Hundreds of Houstonians gathered at Memorial Park the Saturday before Thanksgiving to raise funds through an Impact A Hero 5K and gather together to thank Morante. Also receiving appreciation was Nicholas Price, an African American Navy Veteran Combat veterans with family and friends from Katy, whose leg was ric Morante, a US Marine Sgt. also permanently marred and Houston Springwoods High by his being shot during his Iraq area School graduate recalls the service in the War on Terror. A dozen Saqlawiya, Iraq bridge explosion, “I others service heroes traumatized by never heard the suicide bombers’ blast. bullets, bombs, burns and blindness Everything was dark. Fellow Marines were also honored. were flying 15 feet in the air like kids’ “Thanksgiving is an especially toys with weapons, gear, sandbags and appropriate time for us to meet. Thankschunks of concrete. As quickly as they giving is about how Native American rose, they drop to the highway below, Indians and Pilgrims met to thank God jagged masonry and rebar raining down for their bounty, for those that survived on and crush them. An oily column of their ordeal with them and those that smoke rose into the air. “ The explo- helped them survive. I was depressed sion shredded his right leg and it was following my third deployment when amputated. this happened but I came out of the Morante, a battlefield hero, was pinned depression to finish culinary school on his back by concrete from the blasted and build my own catering company,” bridge with pain rushing into his entire Morante said. body. He joined with his seven squad

do. McConnell could easily go to the president and demand a major program to transform the region, a Tennessee Valley Authority sized program that would make coal country a center for manufacturing windmills and solar panels and other renewable sources of energy. He could demand funds for rebuilding the region’s energy infrastructure, for investing in its schools, for retraining its workers. He could argue that any just transition must include a real promise of jobs -- with the government as the employer of last resort if necessary. He could demand investment in new hospitals and public health facilities, both to care for the miners afflicted from their work in the mines and to be a source of employment and good health in the future. He could be the leader who launches a long overdue renaissance for the region, rather than trying to hang on desperately to its no longer sustainable past. But of course to do that, McConnell would have to represent the common good of his constituents rather than the special interests -- the oil and coal companies -- that helped pay for his campaign. He’d have to accept that in a time of national and regional emergency, his conservative anti-government ideology should take a backseat to vital public investment and planning. Like

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“I always wanted to be a Marine. I joined after high school to make a difference for America after 9/11,” he said as he held back tears talking about his Navy buddy “Doc” Anthony Thompson, who remains in a vegetative state seven years later with his wife and the son he never met in Conroe. Morante plans to spend Thanksgiving with Thompson and his family. Morante walks, runs and even competitively boxes now with a prosthetic leg. On the back of his right arm is a tattoo of the Marine core values: «Honor, Courage, Commitment.» Price, who later studied engineering at Prairie View, is an active member of his church and with his wife. He is thankful this Thanksgiving for his family and his larger family of fellow veterans that join him having signed a government contract to makes themselves eligible to give up everything including their lives for their fellow Americans. Jim Hoelker and his wife Patty were among the founders of Impact A Hero 10 years ago. “Imagine waking up every day without one or more of your limbs, severe burns, paralyzed, brain injury, depression or post-traumatic stress disorder. For thousands of War on Terror wounded veterans these are just some of the physical realities and challenges

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which will remain with them the rest of their lives – they need our support and help,” Hoelker said. “Our mission is to provide immediate and ongoing emotional and financial backing for our country’s severely-wounded post-9/11 combat veterans and their families. As an official non-profit entity Impact A Hero gives individuals and corporations a simple mechanism for providing maximum impact to those who sacrificed for our security, safety and freedoms,” he said. Share this story online at stylemagazine.com.

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Kirk Whalum “A Gospel According to Jazz” at TSU Dec. 5

exas Southern alumnus and Jazz musician extraordinaire Kirk Whalum is returning to Sawyer Auditorium Friday, December 5 for his third performance Kirk Whalum of the concert series Kirk Whalum’s A Gospel According to Jazz. Joining Kirk this year will be rising singer-songwriter Shelea and fellow jazz saxophonist and multi-instrumentalist Gerald Albright. He will also be joined by John Stoddart and Kevin Whalum. Proceeds will benefit student scholarships, graduation success scholarships and student support programming throughout the year. For more information visit, http://tsu.thankyou4caring. org/kirkwhalum2014.

Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Turkey Giveaway

ongresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee (D-TX) hosted her Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on Shelia Jackson Lee Monday. Families in need were given a dose of holiday cheer with a free turkey for their Thanksgiving dinner. This year, Congresswoman Jackson Lee delivered turkeys to the Third Ward Multi-Service Center and the Golden

Age Hobby House. This nation has a great reputation of honoring the spirit of giving, and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee will continue to honor Thanksgiving by providing meals to those who are in most need. For more information, visit www.jacksonlee. house.gov.

Houstonians Urged to Get Flu Shot

yFoxHouston.com reports that in our region flu cases are higher than in most states so all Houstonians are urged to get vaccinated. Doctors have noticed that four strains of the virus have appeared this season. The bright side is that they are not as severe as ones from years past. However, the flu should still be taken seriously as it can be deadly. The virus is spreading quickly so doctors urged everyone to wash their hands frequently and get a flu shot. For more information, visit www.myfoxhouston.com or www.cdc.gov.

Mayor Parker to Spearhead Houston’s Role in Cities United for Immigration Action

ouston Mayor Annise Parker will spearhead the city’s leadership role as a member of Cities United for Immigration Action, a newly formed coalition of city governments that will develop a coordinated national response to President Barack Obama’s executive action addressing immigration. The coalition of more than twenty mayors will convene in New York City next month to discuss ways in which cities can assist immigrant residents in accordance with the

President’s federal action. The President’s executive order will allow an estimated five million unauthorized immigrants living in the U.S. to avoid deportation. In Houston, an estimated 300,000 to 400,000 adults and children could be impacted by this Annise Parker new policy. For more information, visit www.houstontx.gov.

R&B Divas, Angie Stone and Chante’ Moore Headline Mayor’s Holiday Celebration

ing in the season with the 95th Mayor’s Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting Presented by Reliant on Friday, December 5th, at Hermann Square outside City Hall taking place from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. This spectacular, FREE event is a holiday tradition of music, fireworks and family fun. A towering holiday tree, glowing with energy-efficient LED (light-emitting diode) lights, shimmering ornaments and a stunning star topper, will light up the streets of downtown Houston this holiday season. “R&B Divas” AnChante Moore gie Stone and Chanté Moore, both Grammy nominated R&B vocalists and television stars, will enchant crowds at Houston’s premier tree lighting celebration as this year’s headline performers. For more information, visit www.houstontx.gov or www.houstonspecialevents.org. Angie Stone

Creating the Work You Love BOOK REVIEW Imagine This: Maxine Clair

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Schichenmeyer, Literary Writer

ou can’t imagine being at your job much longer. The funny thing is, it was once your dream job. You couldn’t wait to get to work back then, but now you’re bored and looking for something that excites you again. Reading “Imagine This: Creating the Work You Love” by Maxine Clair might help you do that. What contributes to a good life? Maxine Clair says that many people find a hobby to nurture self-expression, or they’re encouraged to practice the talents they were given at birth. Those are the things that help to make a good life but sometimes, while engaging in such activities, we may forget to play. Learning to pay attention to that, and to what surrounds us, is one of the first steps to awareness and contentment. Next, write down what you want. This serves several purposes: it helps to define desires through contemplation and reflection. It allows for clarity, discovery, and affirmation. Later, it helps with visualization to set a path to your goals, because it’s easier to get what you want when you’ve trained your brain to act as though you already have it. Never stop anticipating the next step, says Clair. Live with a single-minded focus on what it is you want. Make a map of your intended path and use your passion but don’t become complacent: never stop acquiring the skills you require, and practice what you need to get where you want to be. Do research on classes you might take or people you may want to meet, and plunge into the world they inhabit. While doing so, however, beware of sabotaging your new life with distractions.

Finally, while reaching outside for a creative goal, remember to take care of your inner self. Practice gratitude by making a daily list of things for which you’re thankful. Learn to forgive, as self-preservation. And surprise yourself by pushing your own boundaries in giving. You’ll be amazed at what you get back. Reading “Imagine This” is like making New Age stew: take a little Buddhism; a cup of Biblical teaching; a pound of memoir; a pinch each of inner peace, The Universe, and meditation; a teaspoon of creativity-boosting; and stir. It’s a recipe that not everyone’s going to like. That’s not to say that this is a bad book, but it’s not about work in the strictest business sense; it’s more about work as an artist might define. Think: creative and personal, rather than 9-to-5-cubicle. Indeed, author Maxine Clair is a poet and novelist, and that shows in this book’s ideas, hints, and the memoir that takes up most of what’s between these covers. That’s fine - but someone who sees the word “work” in the subtitle and picks it up, hoping for a book on business, could be mighty disappointed. Overall, I think the audience for “Imagine This” lies in the creative soul who wants to take life to a new level and needs a righteous boost to do it. For the goal-oriented business-minded individual, however, imagine yourself walking on by… Share this story online at www.stylemagazine.com.

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2014 High School Queens

he roar of the crowd, the spirit of the cheerleaders, and the heart of the team are all classic elements for a great homecoming game. Also added in the mix is the one who wears the crown jewels of the school. She is the homecoming queen. Houston Style Magazine is pleased to present five beauties who reign at their respective schools. They are engaged in the classroom, involved in school organizations, and admired by their peers. They are the 2014 High School Homecoming Queens. Share this story online at stylemagazine.com

Kaylin Bray

Lady Sterling 2014-2015 Classification: Graduating Senior Extracurricular Activities: College Plans: To attend the University of Houston Major: Career Plans: To become a Realtor Biggest Achievement: Being an honor student Promote School Spirit: Kaylin promotes school spirit by persuading her classmates to volunteer in school organizations and pumping up all of Sterling supporters as a varsity cheerleader.

Amy Valle

Tia Simon

Miss Madison 2014-2015 Classification: Graduating Senior Extracurricular Activities: President of Varsity Choir, Cheerleading, Drama Club, Soccer, Class Parliamentarian College Plans: To attend the University of Texas at Austin Major: Music Career Plans: To become a Music Teacher and Choir Director Biggest Achievement: Making it to UIL state competition for solo and ensemble Promotion of School Spirit: Amy promotes school spirit by always being positive. She greets everyone she meets with a smile and keeps her student body up-to-date on everything that is going at the school.

Miss Booker T. Washington 2014-2015 Classification: Graduating Senior Extracurricular Activities: Dancer, Softball, Mademoiselle College Plans: Oklahoma University Major: Architecture Career Plans: To become an Architect Biggest Achievement: Winning Miss Booker T Washington and being ranked #17 in her class Promote School Spirit: Tia promotes school spirit by cheering on her team at a member of the cheerleading squad and promoting school spirit to her peers.

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Shamira Harris

Miss Worthing 2014-2015 Classification: Graduating Senior Extracurricular Activities: Dancer, Track, Soccer College Plans: Accepted to Lamar University and Texas Southern University Major: Criminal Justice Career Plans: To become a Detective Biggest Achievement: Making all A’s Promote School Spirit: Shamira promotes school spirit by being a role model to her fellow students, keeping a positive attitude, giving good advice, and keeping all students excited about attending Worthing as a cheerleader.

Teiondreia Kelley

Miss Jack Yates 2014-2015 Classification: Graduating Senior Extracurricular Activities: Cheerleading, National Honor Society College Plans: Southern University – Baton Rouge Major: business management Career Plans: To become an Agent with a reputable Sports Management Firm Biggest Achievement: Being selected as a 2014 Mickey Leland Kibbutzim Intern; Living in Israel for one month doing community service and touring the Holy Land. Promote School Spirit: Teiondreiais 4-year varsity cheerleader and promotes school spirit by always representing Jack Yates and the community in a positive manner. She takes pride in the traditions of her school and makes all efforts to always “Do What’s Right!”

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NATIONAL By CNN

Former DC Mayor Marion Barry Dead at 78

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ormer Washington Mayor Marion Barry is dead, a Washington hospital spokeswoman said early Sunday. He was 78. Barry was elected four times as the city’s chief executive and was a council member in the District of Columbia for 15 years. The one-time leader of the city’s old Board of Education, Barry was, at one time, revered nationally as a symbol of African-American political leadership and beloved for his prowess at local politics. But his professional accomplishments were often overshadowed by bad behavior in his personal life that made for startling headlines. Barry was infamously busted in 1990 on law enforcement surveillance tape smoking crack cocaine in a drug sting involving the FBI and Washington police. That footage was televised. Barry was convicted of possession and served six months in prison. But he made a tremendous political comeback.

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Barry reclaimed his seat in the mayor’s office in 1995. In 2002, police said they found “apparent” traces of marijuana and cocaine in Barry’s car but didn’t arrest him. He was re-elected to the City Council in 2004. In 2006, he was suspected in separate incidents of driving under the influence and driving with a suspended license. He was found not guilty of the DUI charge, and the state said a computer glitch erroneously reported that Barry’s license had been suspended. In 2009, he was arrested on a charge of stalking, which prosecutors later dropped. “Who can better help our city recover than someone who himself has gone through recovery?” he once asked confidently. Former Harvard professor and civil rights leader Cornell West said on CNN on Sunday that Barry “had his flaws” but was a “great freedom fighter” for the poor and disenfranchised. The Washington Post noted that he “plowed hundreds of millions of tax dollars into job training and employment programs, senior centers and social-welfare endeavors. Rank-and-file workers were hired by the thousands to serve under Mr. Barry’s newly-appointed supervisory corps of African American middle and top level managers.” He ardently promoted African-Ameri-

can-owned enterprises. His recently released autobiography, “Mayor for Life: The Incredible Story of Marion Barry, Jr.,” recalls a quote that underscored Barry’s ability to spotlight inequalities in America. “Why should blacks feel elated about seeing men walk on the moon when millions of poor blacks and whites don’t have enough money to buy food to eat on earth?” he said during President Richard Nixon’s administration. “In Washington, I have worked hard for the people and I’ve been loved by the people,” Barry said in a July interview on CNN. “I didn’t get elected because of my name. I got elected because I work hard for the people.” President Barack Obama said in a statement that he and first lady Michelle Obama were “saddened” to hear of Barry’s death. The President recalled that Barry was born a sharecropper’s son and came of age during the Civil Rights movement. “As a leader with the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, Marion helped advance the cause of civil rights for all. During his decades in elected office in D.C., he put in place historic programs to lift working people out of poverty, expand opportunity, and begin to make real the promise of home rule,” the statement said. “Through a storied, at times tumultuous life and career, he earned the love and respect of countless Washingtonians, and Michelle and I extend our deepest sympathies to Marion’s family, friends and constituents today.” For more information, visit cnn.com

Anti-Aging Eating Your Way to Youth

Gold, Health Editor

ertainly we have all heard of the “Fountain of Youth” but could there also be a way to slow the aging process by what we eat? Anti-aging doesn’t come with a quick fix, so it’s important to consider your lifestyle today! Not 20 years from now. But even with all the millions of places one can find information and educate themselves on healthier lifestyles, whole foods, holistic/ herbal food remedies, we have become obsessed with surgical solutions. (We’ll address that in another article) Do you think we spend more time focusing on how to correct anti-aging issues like wrinkles, skin damage and their health in general than they do preventing them? Of course we do! We spend hundreds of dollars on anti-aging creams and potions that go outside of our bodies, but don’t realize how the skin can be influenced by the foods and beverages we put inside our bodies. Start early by paying attention to your diet needs so that we can prevent problems as opposed to trying to correct them. Here are some simple things that over the years create long term anti- aging benefits and can take years off your appearance: 1. The proper hydration. You cannot expect the body to function well on any level without water! Not tea, juice, sodas and certainly alcoholic beverages. Just 84 oz of water a day 2. What you consume on a daily basis has a major impact on how well your skin regenerates itself. Foods that are low in nutrients, such as refined carbohydrates

skin elasticity. Sources found in food include tuna, garlic, onions and broccoli. While no one food has the answer or the cure to be the exact “Fountain of Youth” there is certainly enough evidence that should bring a much greater conscience to how we view our eating habits and the long term effects of food and the aging process. As they say sacrifice now or pay the price later. When trying to live a healthy lifestyle by eating right, just think of the words of Jada Pinkett-Smith, “I don’t eat for pleasure, I eat for nourishment.” For more information, visit Www.JadeGoldFitness.com and share the story online at www. stylemagazine.com.

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and unhealthy fats, don’t have what your body needs to develop and maintain a healthy glow. 3. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidants found in many fruits, berries and nuts and is believed to heal tissue damage and slow the aging process. 4. Maintaining a healthy weight is also crucial for living a long healthy life. Incorporating daily exercise and cardio from moderate to high impact. 5. Reduce stress factors. 6. Eating foods rich in Selenium. It protects the body against UV-induced cell damage and helps preserve

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Disparities in Health in America Symposium Photography by Vicky Pink

n Tuesday, November 11, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at the University of Houston Downtown for the Disparities in Health in America: Working Toward Social Justice. The symposium was part of a series on Addressing Health Equity. Dr. Margaret Moss spoke on the topic of Achieving Health Equity in American Indians and Dr. Thelma Hurd spoke on the Trust in Clinical Trials.Â

Vigil for Michael Brown Case Decision Photography By Vicky Pink

n Sunday, November 23, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at Pilgrim Congregational United Church as Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee hosted a vigil in anticipation of the grand jury decision in the Michael Brown case in Ferguson, Missouri. Faith leaders, students, elected officials and others gathered to stand for justice. Congresswoman Lee said the vigil was to show that protest and the petitioning of government can be done nonviolently.

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ENTERTAINMENT By Jo-Carolyn

Goode, Managing Editor

veryone has a personal set of guidelines, rules, boundaries, morals, and values, which they govern their life by. Through the course of living life those rules may get broken, change, expand, and alter in many ways. But they should never be completely eliminated from one’s life. However, at times when life knocks the wind completely out of you and leaves you totally lost, one may simply want to abandoned their code to living all together. It is that time when self-examination, self-discovery, and a self-reboot needs to happen. This is what happened to acclaimed author Sophia A. Nelson. With a loving family, career intact, and the love of her life by her side, she mapped out her life’s plans with all of her hopes and dreams. But that was not to be her life’s story. Her love story would not have the happy ending she had planned. That blow would lead to a string of challenging life struggles for Nelson sending her deeper and deeper into a dark hole that no one knew she was in until she could no longer pretend that everything was ok. But out of every tragedy comes triumph. After going down to her most darkest low, Nelson pulled herself back into the light with the help of her faith, good friends, and discovering who she really is to develop her personal woman’s code. She has taken her knowledge of growth and self-development and penned it into an eye-opening book, The Woman Code, to allow other women to know they are not alone, the pieces can be put back together, and life can thrive once again when they live by a code. Comparing women of today’s gen-

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Women: Unlock Your Life with The Woman Code eration to those of generations past and there is a vast difference in the mindset of women. Women of older generations weren’t concenSophia Nelson trated as much on career but family. Blame it on change of times, lower divorce rates, less single parent homes, and the advancement of women’s rights, women’s mindsets have changed. In that changing of times, women have loss a sense of self – self-worth, selfcare, self-respect - that is according to Nelson. This in turn is making us tired and worn out. In examining the lives of her mother and grandmother Nelson found that older generations of women had “priorities of self-care.” Because they mainly were the caretakers of their home and family, they made more time to connect with the family and their communities. Thus, they also had more time to take care of themselves. They weren’t involved in the hustle and bustle of the world. They weren’t necessarily career women. They weren’t in a rush. “They knew how to get quiet,” said Nelson. “They knew

how to spend quality time...They would talk about things… The community was closer. The family unit was closer…We have loss the sense of belonging to a community of women, a global sisterhood of women, that we can talk to and share with.” Nelson says the disconnect between the generations of women is because we are not collaborating with one another but instead are in competition with one another. We are competing to have the career we want, the lover we want, the time we want, the life we want. Thus making women fearful and judges of each other. All of that is making women tried and affecting other areas of our lives in a negative way. “We don’t center ourselves or take care of ourselves and that makes us less likely to love the people we love, to show up the way we want to show up in the world, and to really achieve our destiny,” said Nelson. The Woman Code helps women balance out the demands of their career, family, and friendships to live the life that they want. “The premise of this book is to live inside out,” said Nelson. Women were born with everything they need to win at the game of life but many have hidden their keys to success. The Woman Code helps women to discover those keys so they can know their value and achieve everything that they want. With so many negative imagines of women being played up by the myriad of reality television shows like “Basketball Wives,” “The Real Housewives” and others like that, women are getting a bad wrap. This gives girls a bad sense of self. So The Woman Code not only helps women develop their code but also helps girls developing

Giving Thanks with Flavor

s the holidays draw near, we all look forward to delicious food and creating memories with family and friends. It’s also a time to give back to those in need. Giving back has been an integral part of McCormick’s 125th anniversary program, Flavor of Together, which draws to a close this holiday season. People around the world shared stories about flavor. For every story shared – from recipes to memories of family gatherings – McCormick donated $1 to United Way Worldwide to help feed those in need, culminating in a $1.25 million donation. “Many stories we received throughout the year were about holiday moments because food plays such an important role in what brings people together,” said Chef Kevan Vetter of the McCormick Kitchens. “To celebrate, we’re sharing two holiday recipes we created this year: mini apple pies and corn bread and sausage stuffing, to help families create new memories and traditions while enjoying the flavors they’ve always loved.” Easy Mini Apple Pies with Vanilla Whipped Cream Servings: 12 Mini Apple Pies: 1 package (14.1 ounces) refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts) 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored and coarsely chopped 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar 2 teaspoons flour 2 teaspoons McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon McCormick® Ground Cinnamon

into women write their code. Nelson teaches women that before any code can be written they have to first know their own personal value; the first and most important key to the woman code. Nelson writes, ”Knowing your value means not only knowing who you are but who you are not.” Nelson rediscover her own value drawing on her personal faith, experiences in corporate America, and from research of the most successful people around the world to develop 20 keys to which women can use as a guide to craft their own personal code to live life by. Nelson takes women step by step in order of concentrating on one’s self personally then emotionally, connecting spiritually, advancing professionally, and being loving and loved in relationships. Taken in or out of order, Nelson says these are the keys for women to grasp everything they have been chasing all of their lives. “This will help older women in the areas where they are weak and need some growth,” said Nelson. While younger women will find the book will help them in connecting with older women to get that needed mentor in their life. In addition, there are other added benefits for women of all ages packed in this book with keys like how to make peace with your past, teaching people how to treat you, and lifting other women up as you climb. Arianna Huffington calls The Woman Code a book for out time. And The Woman Code is book that needs to be in your hands. Get your copy online at iamsopianelson.com or available bookstores.

Stir in walnuts. Sprinkle evenly over apple filling. Bake 14 to 18 minutes or until topping is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool completely in pan on wire rack. Meanwhile, for the Vanilla Whipped Cream, beat cream, confectioners’ sugar and vanilla in medium bowl with electric mixer on high speed until stiff peaks form. Serve Mini Apple Pies with Vanilla Whipped Cream.

Corn Bread and Sausage Stuffing

Servings: 12 (1-cup each) Mini Apple Pies

Topping: 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/4 cup flour 2 tablespoons cut up cold butter 1 teaspoon McCormick® Ground Cinnamon 1/4 cup chopped walnuts Vanilla Whipped Cream: 1 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar 1 teaspoon McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract Preheat oven to 425°F. For the Mini Apple Pies, unroll crusts on lightly floured surface. Using 3 1/2-inch round cutter, cut out 6 rounds from each crust. Re-roll scraps as necessary. Press dough rounds into muffin pan sprayed with no stick cooking spray. Set aside. Toss apples, brown sugar, flour, vanilla and cinnamon in large bowl. Divide evenly among crusts. For the Topping, mix brown sugar, flour, butter and cinnamon in medium bowl until crumbly.

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tablespoons butter cup chopped celery cup chopped onion cup chopped green bell pepper teaspoons McCormick® Poultry Seasoning teaspoons McCormick® Thyme Leaves teaspoon McCormick® Garlic Powder cups coarsely crumbled corn bread pound cooked and crumbled sausage can (14 1/2 ounces) chicken broth or cups Kitchen Basics® Original

P r e h e a t o v e n t o 3 5 0 ° F. Melt butter in large skillet on medium heat. Add celery, onion and bell pepper; cook and stir 5 minutes. Stir in poultry seasoning, thyme and garlic powder. Mix corn bread, vegetable mixture and sausage in large bowl. Add broth; toss gently until well mixed. Spoon into lightly greased 13-by-9-inch baking dish. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until heated through and lightly browned. Find more holiday ideas and recipes at www. McCormick.com, www.Facebook.com/McCormickSpice and www.Pinterest.com/mccormickspice.

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C-STEM and ECS’s Math and Science Family Night Photography by Vicky Pink

n Wednesday, November 19, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at Sugar Grove Academy for Math and Science Family Night hosted by C-STEM and ECS. Math and Science Night provided students and their families a fun-filled evening of hands-on and engaging math and science activities. Each Math and Science Zone consisted of (15) stations with (3) hands-on activities to allow students to successfully experience the fun of math and science within the allotment time. Dr. Reagan Flowers helped to organize the event.

“Crystals and Pearls” Pink Ice Ball Photography by Vicky Pink

n Friday, November 21, 2014, Houston Style Magazine was on hand at The Rice Hotel for the “Crystals and Pearls” Pink Ice Ball. Presented by the Ladies of the Lake Foundation in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. - Tau Zeta Omega Chapter, the classy affair serves as a fundraiser for the many scholarships that the organizations give to deserving students as well as recognizes distinguished members of the community for their philanthropic efforts. This year’s honorees were Dr. Tyeshia Babineaux, Dr. Wanda Mott, Diane Savage, and Michael Terry Williams. Some in attendance were Vonda Mays, Veronica Rice, Yolanda Green, James Harris, Laurie Mitchell, Shaketha Mikel, Crystal and Charles Allen, Shandel Duling, Frances Morris, Angela Dotson, Donna Anderson, Gwen Burns, Deborah King, Jeanette Elias, Cherie Singleton, LaShonda McCraw, and Claudia Blair-Scott.

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BUSINESS BRIEFS

Bob Marley Cannabis Brand Launched

YDailyNews.com reports that the family of the late reggae legend Bob Marley have partnered with Seattle-based private equity firm to launched Marley Natural, a global cannabis brand with marijuana products. The strains of marijuana used in the product line of oils and lotion is said to be those of which Marley would have inhaled himself. Products bearing the Marley Natural brand should start to appear in late 2015. The license agreement between the Marley family and the Seattle firm is for 30 years. For more information, visit www.marleynatural.com.

Holiday Shopping

urchasing products online provides the convenience of utmost savings for people. CashBack Shopping website NabnBuy announces maximum value online shopping deals just in time for the Holiday shopping season. People with an email account are allowed to become a NabnBuy user for free. After registration, the online shopper can take advantage of the cashback service for free and discount codes. Users will be able to obtain a lot of updated offers from NabnBuy via email account and Facebook. When users click on the various offers of NabnBuy, they will be directly sent to offer page of the website. For more information, visit www. NabnBuy.com.

fter receiving reports that children’s fingertips were being amputated due to a malfunction in the Graco stroller, the company recalled 12 models of their stroller. The problem is with the folding hinge on the sides of the stroller. Graco issued a statement saying caregivers should use extreme caution when operating the stroller. Caregivers are encouraged to contact Graco so they can repair the problem. For more information, visit www.gracobaby.com.

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Port Commission Approves 2015 Budget

GM Invests $200 Million in Two Michigan Plants eneral Motors will invest $200 million in its Orion Assembly and Pontiac Metal Center plants to prepare for a future vehicle program. Orion will receive $160 million for tooling and equipment, and Pontiac will receive $40 million for new dies. These investments are part of the nearly $300 million in Michigan-based investments that GM CEO Mary Barra referenced in a speech at the Detroit Economic Club on October 28. While no new jobs will be created by these actions, this announcement brings the total investment in Orion Assembly and the Pontiac Metal Center to $775 million since 2010. Across the U.S., GM has announced facility investment of nearly $11.4 billion since June 2009. For more information, visit www.gm.com.

he Fiscal Year 2015 Operating and Capital Budget was approved during a special meeting of the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority.   Projections by the Port Authority anticipate increased revenues in 2015, driven in large part by an increase in both import and export container volumes, with an expected pullback in steel tonnage after a banner year in 2014. Overall cargo volumes at the Port Authority continue to grow, with total tonnage in 2014 five percent higher than the previous year. Total revenues are projected to increase by 1.6 percent in 2015. A capital improvement budget of $275 million will be supported by the cash flow from the current year and 2015. For more information, visit www. portofhouston.com.

s the nation’s largest private student lender among U.S. banks, Wells Fargo announced its new private student loan modification program (PSLM) to

ouston Food Bank has received a $7,000 grant from Hunger Is to help solve childhood hunger in their community. Houston Food Bank, a member of the Feeding America network of food banks, was nominated by the managers of Randalls stores in Greater Houston to receive this Briane Greene grant, which was made possible by customers who contributed generously during a month-long, instore fundraiser this spring. Hunger Is, the joint charitable program of The Safeway Foundation and the Entertainment Industry Foundation (EIF) featuring Academy Award®-nominated actress and Hunger Is Ambassador Viola Davis, raised more than $4.6 million from shoppers throughout 1,300 Safeway family of stores across the country, as well as through online contributions, to support eradicating childhood hunger in the United States. For more information, visit www.HoustonFoodBank.org.

Cinnabon Brings New Concept to Houston

Capitol One Bank Celebrates Graduates of Small Business Development Program

Wells Fargo Launches Private Student Loan Modification Program

owners with information and guidance designed to help them grow their companies. Areas of focus include credit, budgeting, marketing, business plans, financing, networking and insurance. Course participants also are introduced to a network of industry experts who discuss ways to avoid pitfalls that can ruin a business in its early stages. The program includes a matched savings component up to $2,000 that the business owners can use for operations, staffing or the purchase of supplies. For more information, visit www.newswirehouston.com.

Houston Food Bank Receives $7,000 Grant

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Graco Recalls 5 Million Strollers

assist customers experiencing financial hardship or distress. Through the program, Wells Fargo private student loan customers experiencing a hardship will have their financial situation reviewed on an individual case-by-case basis to determine eligibility for a short- or longterm loan modification, as appropriate. If eligible, Wells Fargo will lower the customer’s interest rate to achieve a student loan payment that is determined to be affordable based on the customer’s income level. For more information, visit www.wellsfargo.com.

SBDP Graduates

apital One Bank hosted its 6th annual graduation ceremony for small business owners who have successfully completed the bank’s “Getting Down to Business” program at the bank’s headquarters in Houston. The 14-week free comprehensive, seven-month training program provides qualified business

innabon is giving Houstonians a big treat. They are testing out a new concept called Bon Bake Shop. The first of its kind for the chain is a standalone shop that offers bite-sized delectable. The much smaller version of the cinnanbons come in a variety of flavors such as S’mores, Wild Berry, Birthday Cake with Sprinkles and Maple Bacon. Plus other menu items are red velvet Whoopie Pies and cheese rolls with cheddar cheese melted. The Bon Bake Shop opened November 23, 2014. For more information, visit cinnabon.com.

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