April 2013 - Midwest Black Hair Magazine by Midwest Black Hair Magazine

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April 28, 2013 Coiffure & Coutre Hair Show Overland Park, KS www.coiffure-couture.com April 28, 2013 Hair Wars Detroit, MI http://www.hairwarsustour.com/

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June June 16, 2013 HMM Beauty Convention Hair & Make Up Show Little Rock, AR http://HMMBeautyConvention.wix. com/HMM-2013

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Jennifer Williams

hair 26 Hair Tool Must Haves 36

Hair Wars: A Detroit Born Production

60 The Afro Movement 72 Young and Gifted: Kansas City Hair

beauty 48 Make-Up Artist of the Month: Jessica Williamson

in the news 24 The Collection:

Hair Opulence 2013

inspirational 76 The Power of Positivity

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Upcoming Events Letter from the Editor Contributor Bios Natural Hair Corner Job Postings Hair Professionals Directory www.MidwestBlackHair.com

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the editor To all the readers of MWBH Magazine: Spring has arrived, and we are bringing in the warmer temps and melted snow with an AMAZING issue this April!!! We had the pleasure of bringing you multiple talented individuals, including Ms. Countess Vaughn and Ms. Jennifer Williams. Our Natural Hair Corner is growing, and we have some great pics for our naturalistas out there. We are constantly striving to perfect our magazine for our readers, and would love to hear from you. Please let us know if you have any feedback, suggestions, questions, or general comments that you would like to share with us. Feel free to email us at: info@midwestblackhair.com. Thank you and I hope you enjoy this issue! Malisse Lockhart-Ford Editor-In-Chief Midwest Black Hair Magazine

Editor-In-Chief: Malisse Lockhart-Ford mford@midwestblackhair.com Contributors: Tiffany Harris Keyon Wilson Nikki Binion Kristie Kennedy Candise Fulton Dr. Linda Amerson Helena Williams Minor MWBH Models Christina Richardson Asia â&#x20AC;&#x153;Diamondâ&#x20AC;? Mason Amel Kouture Tia Trammel Kim Sheen Brittney Hill Advertising Department advertising@midwestblackhair.com Amanda Wilson | Advertising & Marketing awilson@midwestblackhair.com Human Resource Department hr@midwestblackhair.com Subscriptions MidwestBlackHair.com/Subscriptions

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contributors

nNEKA iHEAMA

Nneka Iheama is a college student attending Ursuline College in Ohio studying English and Fashion Merchandising. She gains satisfaction knowing that she can share her experiences with fashion and hair with readers. Nneka’s goal for her audience is to read engaging, lively, fun, authentic, and relatable articles. If you would like to know a little more about Nneka Iheama, follow her on Instagram at “nnekazfashionz”.

Kristie Kennedy

Kristie Kennedy is a dynamic and inspiring creative artist across multiple platforms. She is passionate about inspiring women to be their best in every area of their lives. Her how to makeup videos are showcased on Tyra Banks TypeF.com and Style Videos on Ehow Style.com. www.kristiekennedy.com

Candise Loften

Candise Lofton is a native Detroiter with a passion for writing. She enjoys music and the arts. Candise has earned a Master’s Degree in Public Administration and a Bachelor in Written Communications/ Technical writer.

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Nikki Binion

Nikki Binion is a Chicago native cosmetologist, with an extensive background in fashion, runway, video shoots and special events. Her exceptional talent and creativity has made her a successful salon owner, an independent artist at Kanvas Salon & Spa II. Nikkiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vast experience and industry knowledge has given her the opportunity to become a regional freelance glam tech. She is a hairstylist, a lash and brow specialist and truly believes in the art of healthy hair. Nikki is a licensed Cosmetologist from Creative Hairstyling Academy and has a passion for making the everyday client look and feel like a star.

Tiffany Harris Tiffany Harris is from Cleveland, Ohio where she currently resides. She is an aspiring author and a family woman. Her favorite pass times are music and writing and hopes to one day be a world renowned publisher.

Helena Williams Minor Helena Williams Minor is a stylist and image consultant from Saint Charles, MO where she owns her own studio/sal;on. She specialize in hair, makeup, and wardrobe. For more info on Ms. Minor, visit: www.gossipimaging.com

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ountess aughn TV Actress Countess Vaughn has graced our TV sets since the 90’s with her keen fashion sense and hot hairstyles. Paired with an electrifying personality, she drew millions of fans in to her TV shows and we knew that Countess Vaughn, aka “Kim Parker”, was someone that we loved. Countess Danielle Vaughn (her real name) was born August 8, 1978 in Idabel, Oklahoma, a small town of approximately 7500 people. She was born to Leo and Sandra Vaughn who taught in the local schools. Very early Countess established herself as a young singer with a dynamic voice. In 1988 she sang her way to stardom by becoming “Star Search” Junior Vocalist Champion. From there her TV career was born. She co-starred on NBC’s “227”. She had recurring roles on “Hangin’ With Cooper,” and “Roc.” In 1995 she was a part of the original cast of “Moesha” playing the role of “Kim.” In 1999 UPN’s “The Parkers” debuted with Countess starring in this “Moesha” spinoff. Also in 1999 she was a part of the cast of the

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movie, “Trippin’”. From the NAACP she has received The Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series Award, and in 1998 she received that organization’s “Image Award.” After working since her early childhood years and well into adulthood, Countess decided to begin her family and has two beautiful children. Countess has continued her career in Film and Television and has been seen on several reality TV shows, including VH1’s “Celebrity Fit Club” and more recently, “Life After” for the TVOne network. Not to mention, Countess is also an Advocate for Fashion for Full-Figured women and dedicates her life to her children while becoming a positive mentor to encourage others to pursue their dreams. The public will see more from Countess Vaughn in the coming months with all of the various Music and Film/TV projects as well as with the launching of her Clothing line and Skin Care Products.

A lot of us know you as “Kim Parker” from the hit TV shows “Moesha” and “The Parkers”, can you tell us a little more about Countess Vaughn? I’m a fun-loving person and very passionate about any project that I’m involved in, especially when it comes to style and the various things that have interested me. I’ve always been determined to follow my dreams wherever they may take me and so far, I have no complaints. When and how did you enter the television industry? At the age of 9 years old, I was discovered when a "stranger" heard me singing at an event and filmed me and then sent the video to Star Search, (the American Idol of the 80's) where I ended up winning first place and landed my first Recording Contract and began working on various TV shows. Till this day, I still have NO CLUE who the good Samaritan was that sent my tape to Hollywood. That’s why I always say, God works in mysterious ways. You never know who’s watching you or waiting to give you an opportunity to succeed.

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Did you have a mentor, and if so, who was it? I’ve received my mentoring through my family and friends who encourage me to be the very best I can be in everything I choose to do. Did you ever think that Moesha and The Parkers would have been such huge TV shows? I knew that I wanted to work and was looking forward to embracing all that was placed before me. I wanted to do a good job and create a show that fans would grow to love and appreciate but only God could predict how big and well-known both shows would eventually become. How did Kim Parker’s style compare to Countess Vaughn’s style? Actually, there is no comparison. Countess is the absolute and complete opposite personality from Kim Parker. I’m a very laid back person who likes to have a good time with close friends and family. My family is my foundation and the source that keeps me humbled. Kim was loud and obnoxious and could sometimes be annoying with her whining and clueless personality. The only comparison was that we both look good with blonde hair! It’s amazing how much I’ve grown creatively and in my career, since I worked on “The Parkers” and “Moesha”. Working on both shows were great experiences and a part of my creative DNA. I’m very grateful for

the opportunity to have worked with such a great and talented cast. Where did your style inspiration come from? Having a Full-Figured body, I found that through the years clothes were not as flattering for me, as a full-figured and short statured women at 4’11 inches tall where trendy styles were hard to come by, so I eventually learned to embrace my body and focus on what looks best on my body type and developed a style of my own. I always encourage women of every size and shape to love themselves and not to be afraid to embrace a new “brand” of style – your OWN!! What is your favorite hairstyle to wear? What’s a girl without a good hair weave? In Film/TV there’s always the challenge to look fresh and new each day for the camera; which can damage your hair from using so many different products and heat on a daily consistent basis. Through trial and error, I learned what works and what doesn’t. I love wearing wigs and also full sew-ins because it allows my own natural hair to rest and grow. YES, I do have a full head of beautiful hair underneath my wigs and weaves!!

do you have any plans on doing a music album? Not an album, but I’ve actually just started working in the studio on new material and writing music for other artists. I love music and it will always be a part of my life and my career. I’m looking forward to the new opportunities for my music to be showcased this year. Are there any projects that you are currently working on? There are quite a few projects that I’m committed to. I’m currently working to launch my own clothing line for Full-Figured women, creating a brand with flair and style that accentuates curves and makes women feel beautiful and sexy, regardless of her shape. I’m also very passionate about skin care and Make-Up and am planning to launch a line that caters to natural skin care and other natural beauty products. Other than that, there are a few TV shows currently in Development that I’m working to Produce and Executive Produce. Are there any things that you haven’t done that you would like to do? Or people that you would like to work with? Yes. I would love the opportunity to work with Tyler Perry, and Lena Dunham, the Creator of the HBO Hit show “Girls”. Over the years, I’ve become a more serious Actress and I’m definitely looking forward to securing roles that will allow me to have a more serious presence on screen and the ability to release my gift and expand from Comedy into more dramatic roles.

What are your favorite hair products and tools that you could not live without? Edge Control by Olive Oil Organic Root Stimulator, Infusium Pro 23 leave-in conditioner. I cannot express how important moisture is for your hair and to keep it healthy and looking good. I also take Nioxin Hair and Nail vitamins. We remember you showcasing your beautiful voice on the show;

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Do you have any tips or advice for our readers that are pursuing a career on TV? The Entertainment Industry is a complicated place to work and build a life-long career and thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a lot of rejection that comes along with this industry. I would encourage those who want to pursue a career in this industry to always believe in your gift, no matter what anyone says. You most definitely have to have thick skin and a positive outlook to survive in this business.

You can find more info on Contess Vaughn at: Twitter: @ Countess_Vaughn Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Countess-Vaughn/96896594078

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PENNSAUKEN, NJ – MARCH 2013 - Celebrity hair stylist, Karl J presents The Collection: Hair Opulence 2013, the most anticipated hair and fashion showcase for fashion enthusiasts in the Philadelphia tri-state area. The show will be held April 21st at the beautiful, Savoy in Pennsauken, NJ. While taking a break from his annual Celebrity Hair & Fashion show, which reached much success drawling thousands of attendees and A- list celebrities including;Vivica Fox, Meagan Good and Eva Pigford, in cities across the United States and abroad including; Philadelphia, Atlantic City, Miami and Barbados, to promote his signature flat iron and to teach education hair seminars, Karl J received many requests from fashion enthusiasts to bring a high fashion event back to the Philadelphia area. From these requests “The Collection: Hair Opulence 2013” was born. Hair Opulence 2013 is already highly praised for shining a spot light on the hottest up and coming fashion and accessory designers, tastemakers and of course, the fiercest models to showcase it all. The 1,200 expected attendees will be sure to see special celebrity guests mingling while taking in the season’s hottest styles, chicest coifs and trendiest looks. This year the hair creations will be designed by Karl J’s own styling team from the Karl J Salon in Pennsauken, NJ. Hair Opulence 2013 will feature a state of the art mirrored runway, which will set the stage for innovative performances, quality craftsmanship, and high fashion runway segments. “You never have been to a fashion and hair event until you attend a Karl Jshow”, boast Eva Pigford, actress and America’s Next Top Model winner. The Collection: Hair Opulence 2013 continues to grow weeks prior to the showcase and is sure to be the toast of industry, trade and consumer circles post show. Tickets are available in a host of salons throughout the tri-state including the Karl J Salon (856)-330-4080.

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What started off in the Detroit nightclubs in 1985, where hair stylists started showcasing their works of art, became a permanent fixture in the city, as it begins its 28th year of producing ‘hair entertainers.’ “The hair segments at the club was just one of many ‘gimmick’ promotions I was presenting at my parties,” said Hair Wars founder and producer David Humphries (who kept his dj name, Hump The Grinder, attached to the company name). I had no idea this hair thing was going to last so long and grow so big, but the aggressive hair stylists in Detroit demanded that stage,“ Humphries added. In 1994, the Hair Wars U.S. Tour began with its first stop in Los Angeles. For the next 14 years, the tour averaged 10 cities per year, in addition to at least that many hair educational seminars. Once The Wall Street Journal. ran a front page story on Hair Wars in 1996, the flood gates opened to the media. Soon after came features on Dateline NBC, The E Channel, Extra, Inside Edition, CNN, Time magazine, Life Magazine, Vibe, The Source, Allure, The Ricki Lake Show, Ripley’s Believe It Or Not, The Queen Latifah Show, America’s Next Top Model and The Oprah Winfrey Show, just to name a few. “My job at Hair Wars is to first produce a quality show, and secondly, I want to help develop and promote hair stars. There is so much talent out here, and I found out how passionate they are about creating trendsetting hairstyles and performing in front of live audiences,” Humphries states. I tip my hat to all the hair stylists who have invested lots of money and time promoting themselves. Most of them are setting themselves up for life after being behind the chair. There are other ways to make money in the hair industry – but it’s good to get your name out there first. And that’s where Hair Wars comes in.” “We’ve done a lot throughout the U.S., and because of all the recent media attention we’re receiving overseas, we’re preparing to take the show to Europe and other parts of the world soon. As a matter of fact, we’re welcoming our first European stylist to the Hair Wars stage at the 2013 show in Detroit. Her name is Ea Hvarre and she’s from Copenhagen, Denmark. We can’t wait to see what she’s going to bring to

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HAIR WARS, a Detroit-born Production

David Humphries... A Hair Industry Legend

David Humphries, aka “Hump The Grinder,” started his entertainment career during his college days at Oakland University, 35 miles north of Detroit, during the mid-to-late 1970’s. He was DJing parties on campus and worked at the school’s radio station, as well as playing on the university’s basketball team and working part-time at the Communication Center writing a column and coordinating campus events. Following graduation, Humphries worked at Ross Roy Advertising Agency for a couple of years and two more years teaching journalism at Highland Park High School, Humphries went on the road for the next 3 years with the New York City Fresh Festival – the world’s first rap tour – as an advance promoter. It was during these 62-city tours that Humphries got the fever for a tour of some type, and it ended up being Hair Wars. After 14 years on the road as the Hair Wars U.S. Tour, the sponsorship money slowed down, and for the last few years, Humphries has been spending some of his time as a tutor for recovering auto accident victims, while still keeping Hair Wars alive in Detroit, in addition to an occasional show in Los Angeles, as well as producing educational classes and magazine photo shoots, at the same time, tinkering with possible reality shows. Humphries also stays busy overseeing The Hair Wars Ad Agency, where he promotes and markets hair entertainers, hair-related companies and events throughout the country, while writing a bi-weekly column (as ghost writer Dana Redd) for The Forum And Link, a Dearborn, Michigan-based Arab newspaper. This summer, Humphries will be spending time in Europe, meeting with several people about bringing the tour out there. For more on Hair Wars, go to: www.hairwarsustour.com - or call 313.534.8318 Or email us at hairwars@ yahoo.com

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Beauty Entrepreneur & Public Figure...

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WILLIAMS Starting a cosmetics line, being the face of one of the most known hair product companies, and owning a fitness gym is just the beginning for beauty entrepreneur and public figure Jennifer Williams. Jennifer Williams was raised in South Orange, NJ, an upscale suburb just outside of New York City. Jennifer attended the University of Maryland and Fairleigh Dickerson University and graduated cum laude with a Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree in Political Science. After graduating, Jennifer traveled the world experiencing different cultures in Paris, Dubai, Maldives, Thailand, Monte Carlo and various Caribbean Islands. In 2000, she met her future husband, NBA star Eric Williams. Growing up Jennifer always dreamed of traveling the world and being an entrepreneur. Jennifer obtained her real estate license in 2005 and sold high end property in New Jersey for several years. Jennifer is a principal owner of Flirty Girl Fitness, an upscale womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s studio with locations in Toronto and Chicago. Feeling the need to give back, Jennifer also co-founded Project Save the World. This charity supports many different causes such as breast cancer, youth violence and most recently the devastating effects of the earthquake in Haiti. The goal of Project Save the World is to save the world one mission at a time.

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Currently, Jennifer is filming the third season of VH1’s Basketball Wives. The series gives viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the glamorous life along with the challenges of being a professional basketball player’s wife. In 2010, Basketball Wives was one of the highest rated programs on the network and so far in 2011, is the highest rated show on VH1. Jennifer recently announced her separation and impending divorce, but despite this personal setback, she is looking toward a bright future. In addition to her other businesses, she has launched Lucid, her new Lip Gloss Line which features 5 colors specially created by Jennifer. The line is available in stores throughout the country and online, and has set the tone for future forays into the cosmetics industry. Jennifer is also working on a handbook for women expected to be released this year. Just recently, Jennifer was named the face of the popular Shine ‘n Jam brand from the Ampro Pro Styl® line, America’s #1 Gel. Known for her impeccable style and elegance, Ampro Industries, Inc. stated that “She’s the perfect person for this product line because she personifies everything we try to communicate with our brand message.” Jennifer was excited to join the Ampro team,and stated, “I am extremely excited and honored to become the new face of Ampro’s Shine ‘n Jam line. Ampro is a family oriented company and they have welcomed me with love. The Ampro brand has always been a staple in the hair care market and the Shine ‘n Jam- Silk Edges has become my favorite. It is great for fly-always and keeping my edges silky so I am always red carpet ready! I look forward to my future and my journey with this amazing company. Stay tuned!” We would like to congratulate Jennifer on all her success, and wish her nothing but the best on her all of her future business adventures.

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Jessica Williamson is an accomplished self-taught Junction City Makeup Artist with experience in video, fashion, and stage makeup. She started doing make up for fashion shows and for local events in Manhattan and Junction City. Jessica love of makeup began at the age of 10 years old when she was a praise dancer at her church. From there her love of makeup grew and she started doing make up for other praise dancers at her church. Jessica displays her unique make up skills by bringing out a client natural beauty. She can do make up on any ethnicity or any character for a stage performance. Jessica is passionate about her career as a makeup artist and enjoys making women feel good about themselves. Jessica believes if she can make a woman smile and brighten up her day then her job is complete as a makeup artist. Jessica is available to travel on location and you can contact her to view a portfolio of her work. Jessica Williamson 785-226-2857 jessicaandrews30@yahoo.com

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Afro

MOVEMENT By: Nneka Iheama

The Afro is here to stay. Yes, I know you all have been seeing the big hair on your neighbor, coworker, aunty, friend, and even your favorite celebrity such as Solange Knowles and Kelly Rowland. Women everywhere have been flaunting their big Afros and kinky curly hair. I can admit I’ve even fallen victim to the drama the kinks, curls, and big hair adds to my style (as you can see in the picture). So, the question is, why have Afros suddenly made a huge mark in the last couple years? Easy, we live in a society where we are always looking at the past to revamp hair, fashion, and makeup. Just look at the entire street style epidemic, where women wear beanies, Jordan’s, and crewnecks. These are all fashions, which dominated the 80’s and 90’s. This world is all about restoring and hair is no exception. Likewise, the Afro made its way into the homes of many African-Americans in the 60’s and 70’s. The Afro is not only a hair trend, but it also serves as a reminder when times were more carefree. In the past, when women wanted to go skating, dancing, or just have fun, the Afro reflected good positive energy and an escape from the persecution African-Americans experienced. When I think of the Afro, I think of words like bouncy, fun, and electrifying; all words associated with happiness and positivity. Essentially, when woman want to convey optimistic energy they often turn to the Afro.

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hair Another reason the Afro has become so popular is because of another movement that has conquered the last five years. Today, many women have said their goodbyes to the relaxer club and joined the #teamnatural club. This does not mean in any way, shape, or form that the relaxer is not a good choice. However, it just seems that women have steered toward alternative hairstyles, including myself. Going natural communicates the idea that someone is “united with the earth. Ok, so now you’re thinking “united with the earth”, what does that mean? Well, let me explain.” The products that natural women use to manage their hair usually include tree oil, Shea butter, Moroccan Argon Oil etc. These products are all formed with natural products; thus, human interference has not been imposed on the products making them safer, healthier, and better for the body. I guess “united with the earth” is a bit overreaching, but natural hair definitely prescribes a sense that something has not been altered or chemically influenced. Finally, the Afro comeback gives women an excuse to be more fashionably liberating. I’m sure any hair you get can provide you with that feeling, but it seems that those we are inspired by on T.V. who wear Afros take more fashion risks. Take Solange Knowles for example. Ever since Solange has been rocking that Afro-centric hair, her fashion has become increasingly bold, unique, and different, to say the least. I think the big, loud, hair forms the first impression that you are thunderous, energetic, and strong-willed (in the past, the Afro represented pride and a connection to African roots). As a result, it’s only human nature to cater to one’s perception and take on a loud, spunky, vigorous personality. This hair gives you a pass to be extreme and even over the top in a good way.

The Afro has definitely made its stamp within the last five years. It’s fantastic to see women embracing hair that mirrors the African/AfricanAmerican culture. My challenge for all the beautiful black women out there is to try something different with your hair. Try something that is out of the ordinary, like an Erykah Badu Afro wig or some Janet Jackson or Moesha braids. Like Drake says in his Poetic Justice verse, bring out the “East African Girl” in you. Deviate from safe looks and attempt to strive for different!

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Young and Gifted: By: Amanda Wilson

Ky'erra Wilson is an ambitious up and coming 19 year old hair stylist in the Kansas City area. As a young child, Ky'erra saw her mom doing hair and fell in love with the trade. “One day I picked up a comb.”, and it has been a passion of hers ever since. While receiving service from Ky'erra , it soon became evident that what she most enjoys about hair is seeing the satisfaction from her clients. Her peaceful demeanor made me feel at ease and very comfortable. I instantly had a connection with her. The relationship you have with your hair stylist is one of the most important ones. Ky'erra specializes in braids and extensions. Her expertise in color and precise technique will have any client walking away feeling a million bucks. The inspiration behind Wilson's natural talent is her mother Robyn Hamilton who is now deceased. “I'm going to achieve everything she wanted to but was not able to.” She also uses her 10 year old brother Cj as motivation. In a few years Ky'erra aspires to own her own salon, spa, and beauty store. You can find Ky'erra Wilson on instagram: @Kyerrraw or hit her email: HairByKyerra@gmail.com

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The Power of Positivity The words are very easy to read. They are somewhat simple to comprehend as far as the complexity definition of each word to compound into a somewhat more complex sentence…… But I think we can all agree: reading, understanding and then doing are all three totally different things altogether. Do we REALLY believe that there is a power that is hidden deep within the confines of the laws of postivity??? Is our belief coupled with a determination to actually DO what we believe?? Why is it so easy to be positive when handling everyone else’s situations and affairs yet when faced with our situations we are bankrupt in the postivity account? The ability to be positive is a science all to itself. But is there a Power??? That still remains to be seem to many. If this were not true the world’s critics, or even “realists”, the chronic complainer etc would be in the minority. In all truth and fairness they are not just the majority but they are our politicians, our teachers, our church leaders…….. They are US. What steps should we begin to take in order to become more positive? I would venture to say that the battle is largely within us. Do we accept who we are?? Please take note that I did not ask if you LIKED who you were but I asked an even simpler question do you accept the physical location that you find yourself in right this very second??? Close your eyes for just one moment, take a quick synopsis of your life, its accomplishments, its defeats, its challenges, its triumphs….. Those you’ve lost, those you’ve gained, those you’ve had to walk away from and those who have since been blessed to share your space….. DO YOU ACCEPT IT? Acceptance is the reality of the current condition that you find yourself, in all scopes and areas of your life currently. Once you accept, you can REVISE. There

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is a powerful prayer that has been out and circulating for decades now. It’s called the Serenity Prayer. It says: “Lord grant me the Serenity to accept the things that I cannot change, the courage to change the things that I can and the wisdom to know the difference” The courage to change is where the Power of positivity begins to take root. Acceptance is just the seed that is planted. Positivity feeds and empowers our courage. When we learn to consistent look for the silver lining in every cloud, we will discover that we are now watering the seed. When I was teaching Kindergarten there was a story I would LOVE to read to my Special Ed students during circle time: The Little Engine That Could! The story was so uplifting and motivating. Its message is universal. It’s about a small locomotive that has a smaller engine. It wasn’t used to haul big freights because the engine wasn’t large enough to sustain it over high hills etc. The small locomotive becomes particularly attached to a freight of toys that is supposed to go to children who are depending on the shipment to arrive. In the end, after a great deal of encouragement from the toys etc; the greatest strength to overcome the obstacle came from within the the little train. As it chugged along the mountain side, and it faltered at times and almost stalled; the little engine continued to tell him “I think I can” “I think I can “I think I can “I think I can”

This is what we need to continue to say to ourselves! We need to speak words of affirmation over ourselves and our situations. It has never been easy to be a woman in this society. But I can say with a full assurance that is has been HARDER! Look at how far we have come. Look at how far YOU have come. Accept the things as they are taking place in your life. Change the thing about YOU that you can. Do all that you can to ensure a better future for yourself and your legacy that will follow behind you? Think to yourself “How do I want to be remembered? “ In closing, when I was in the fourth grade, I had the most amazing teacher. Her name was Miss Theresa. Miss Theresa was young and she was vibrant and she made English grammar and composition, history, science and math enjoyable to learn. She was also engaged to be married to a New York Detective in the Homicide Unit. His name was Mr. Ben. We loved when he and his partner would come to visit Miss Theresa! He would brig her flowers, say positive words to the class and sometimes answer our questions about life on the “street”. One day, Mr. Ben was shot 17 times in a shoot out in Upper Manhattan. He SURVIVED but we watched his struggle and we watched Miss Theresa’s fortitude and strength. She took off three weeks to help him recover but every morning she called the classroom to keep us in line, reassure us that she and Mr. Ben were ok and to ensure that we were still learning. She left us a poem to remember while she was gone and it’s a poem that I remember to this day:

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Copyright ÂŠ by Violet Bowers When things go wrong, as they sometimes will, When the road you're trudging seems all uphill,

Don't give up, though the pace seems slow. You may succeed with another blow.

When the funds are low and the debts are high, And you want to smile, but you have to sigh.

Often strugglers have given up, When you might have captured the victor's cup. And you learned too late when the night came down, How close you were to the golden crown.

When care is pressing you down a bit, Rest if you must, but don't you quit. Life is strange, it will twist and turn, As all of us will someday learn. And many a person turns about, When they might have won, had they stuck it out.

Success is failure turned inside out. So stick to the fight when you're hardest hit, It's when things seem worst that you mustn't quit!

It became our classroom and even our school mantra. We learned, and we behaved and we prayed for our teacher Miss Theresa to return. She took an additional two weeks off but in the end, she did return! Mr Ben could see, and he was able to talk to us well enough that we could understand what he was saying. He had endured countless surgeries, therapies etc. In the end, Miss Theresa became a Principal! Mr. Ben became the head detective of the Narcotics Unit. He returned to the street two years later and could out run anyone in his department. You can make it!!! Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t quit!

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MWBH Directory ILLINOIS Timeka’s Hair Design 646 Fifth Ave. Aurora, IL 630-585-1441 Joyce Hair Braiding 581 Sundance Dr. Bolingbrook, IL 60440 630-759-0405 http://www.joycehairbraiding. com/hairstylesalbum.htm Glo On Braids & Natural Hairstyling Chicago, IL 773-643-8299 www.glo-onnaturalhair.com My First Salon (Kids Salon) 1724 East 71st Street Chicago, IL 60649 773-363-1000 www.myfirstsalon.com Soul Salon Spa 4256 S. Cottage Grove Chicago, IL 60653 773-268-3390 www.soulsalonspa.com AJES The Salon 628 W. Randolph, Chicago, IL (312) 454-1133 Time Hair Gallery 943 W. Randolph #2W Chicago, IL (312) 421-5097

Black Pearl 7126 Ridge Chicago, IL (773) 338-9311 Blyss Full Service Salon 1703 E. 87th Street Chicago, IL (773) 768-8955 Christian Fields Style Bar 6550 S. Cottage Grove Avenue Chicago, IL 60637 (773) 288-5627 Desi’s Full Service Salon 2130 West 95th Street Chicago, IL 60643 (773) 445-8300 DiAnne B. Natural Hair 1610 West Highland Chicago, IL 60660 (773) 764-5127 www.DianneBNaturalHair.com Freedom Hair Salon 1518 N. Ashland Avenue Chicago, IL 60622 (773) 252-4247 Hair Dare You 1459 E. 53rd St., 2nd Fl Chicago, IL 60615 (866) 384-9386, (773) 288- 0000 www.hairdareyou.com Amazon Salon, Inc. 5548 S. State St Chicago, IL 60621 773-256-0500 http://www.amazonsaloninc. com/

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Kings & Queens Natural Hair Studio 4519 South Calumet, #1S Chicago, IL 60653 (708) 323-8260 (773) 895-4968 Mane Abstracts 16 N Morgan Street Chicago, IL 60607 (312) 666-999 Nappy Headz 4141 North Broadway Chicago, IL (773) 549-2664 Red Karma 3523 S. Indiana Avenue Chicago, IL (312) 842-3482 The Tribesman 4459 S. Indiana Avenue Chicago, IL, 60653 (773) 268-6900 Time Hair Gallery 943 W. Randolph Chicago, IL, 60607 (312) 421-5097 Toss Hair Salon 60 E. 13th St Chicago, IL 60605 (312) 986-8677 Why Knot Concept Salon 805 W Randolph Street 203 Chicago, IL 60607 (312) 421-6580 Desi’s Full Service Salon 2130 W. 95th Street Chicago, IL Phone: 773-445-8300

The Abyss Salon 67 E 16th St Chicago, IL 60616 (312) 880-0263 Amazon Natural Look Salon 5548 S. State Street Chicago, IL (773) 256-0500 Eshe Day Spa & Salon 8 S. Michigan Ave. Suite 200 Chicago, IL 60603 312.629.0376 http://www.eshedayspa.com/ The Hair Source 197 Peterson Rd. Libertyville, IL 60048 (847) 573-1993 A Salon Bizz 9834 W. Roosevelt Road Westchester IL, 60154 708.681.9834 http://www.asalonbizz.com/

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INDIANA Ego Styles 7325 Mallard Ln Schereville, IN 46375 219-759-EGOS (3467) http://www.styleseat.com/egostyles Adaru 6524 N. Carrollton Indianapolis, IN 46220 www.MidwestBlackHair.com

MWBH Directory KANSAS Reflections 8255 Craig St Indianapolis IN 46250 317.596.9200 http://www.reflectionsindy. com/index.html Bourgeoisie Hair Gallery 2707 N. Tibbs Avenue Indianapolis, IN 46222 Brunette Salon 6531 Ferguson Street Indianapolis, IN 46220 (317) 253-9540 Divine Hair Design 3673 W. 86th St Indianapolis, IN 46268 Do or Dye Hair Studio 916 N. Shadeland Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46219 Phone: 317-375-1008 Natural Solutions by Kristy 4460 Keystone Ave Indianapolis IN 46205 Phone: 317-541-9600 Cheveux Hair Salon 1315 Mishawaka ave South Bend, IN 46615 574.234.1455 http://www.itsallaboutthecut. com/Cheveux/Welcome.html Salon Fabulous 4102 E Michigan St Indianapolis IN 46201 Phone: (317) 357-4322

Black Panther Beauty Salon 926 North West Street Wichita, KS 67203 (316)943-3327 Girlfriends Salon 2059 East Santa Fe Street Olathe, KS 66062 (913) 764-8988 http://www.girlfriendsthesalon-ks.com/ Double Take Stylist- Rashida Bonds 13459 Switzer Road Overland Park, KS 66213 (913) 814-7200 http://doubletakesalonandspa. com/ KC Braids 4301 State Ave Inside Midway Shopping Center Kansas City, KS 66102 http://www.facebook.com/KCBraids Meika 347-404-4070 Tanisha 816-695-2667 Braid Creations 2862 W. 47th Ave Kansas City, KS 66103 (913) 362-9858 Khadim Afircan Hair Braids 6249 E. 21st Street North, Suite 104 Wichita, Kansas 67208 316-618-0515 http://khadim.us/

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Maasai Braids & Gift Shop 122 Grant Avenue Avenue Junction City, Kansas 66441 785-238-1677 http://www.maasaibraids.com/ Center Stage Unisex Kuts & Style Salon 606 Washburn Ave Topeka, KS 66606

MICHIGAN

Happy To Be Nappy Salon & Spa 18945 Livernois Ave Detroit, MI 48221 313-340-HAIR www.happytobenappy.com Rooted Salon & Spa 22313 Kelly Rd East Pointe, MI 313-587-6000 www.rootedsalonandspa.com The Hair Diva 2956 W. Davidson Detroit, MI http://www.facebook. com/pages/Detroits-HairDiva/318046111548410?sk=wall Shades of Ebony 15153 Gratiot Avenue Detroit, MI 48205-1324 (866) 462-9659 http://www.shadesofebonydetroit.com/ Everetteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cornrows 16094 E. 8 Mile Rd. Detroit, MI 48205 313-527-2884 http://www.everettes.com/ Locks 4 Life 26125 Greenfield Rd Southfield, MI 48076 248-552-6288 http://www.locks4life.com/

Riccardo’s Place 10333 West 8 Mile Road Detroit, MI 48221 (313) 342-330 Weave Got You Covered Southfield, MI 48075 249-688-5683 http://www.weavegotyoucovered.com/ B Unique Hair Boutique 21700 Greenfield Suite 412 Oakpark MI 48237 248-967-9383 http://www.buniquehair.com/ Sy’s African Hair Braiding 20761 Kipling St Oak Park MI 48237 (248) 254-2189 http://www.sysafricanhairbraiding.com/ Harold’s Place The Hair Salon for Children and Families 2663 W. Grand Blvd. Detroit, MI 48208 (313) 972-4141

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Babe’s Beauty & Barber Salon 20359 Conant Detroit, MI 48234 (313)779-3246

MISSOURI Tresses Au Naturale 3914 Indiana Kansas City, MO 64130 816-778-5414 BestTresses Barber Salon 1656 E. 63rd Street Kansas City, MO 64110 (816)-500-0740 www.MidwestBlackHair.com

MWBH Directory Your Natural Image 216 West 39th St. Kansas City, MO (816) 695-3563 http://www.yournaturalimage. com/ Leons Cutting Edge 621 Mock Unit – B Blue Springs, MO 816) 878-8229 Beauty by Design 2951 Patterson Rd. Florissant MO 63031 (314) 830-3222 Creative Cuts & Locks Barber & Style 1723 S New Florissant Rd Florissant, MO (314) 524 –4266 Head Turners Hair & Nail Designs 6342 Lucille Ave St. Louis, MO 63136 314-381-8880 http://www.headturnershair. ypgs.net/ http://headturnershair.com (for retail) Jeannine’s Hair 4211 Virginia Saint Louis, MO 63111 (314) 353-7807 Napps 6267 Delmar Blvd. Saint Louis, MO (314) 727 -0312

Natural Hair Reigns N Style 2944 Derhake Rd. Florissant, MO 63033-3900, (314) 838-9990 Salon Indigo 2319 Woodson road St. Louis, MO 63114 314-374-7124 www.salonindigo.org

MINNESOTA Realistic Manes Salon Concepts 2020 Nicollett Ave. S Minneapolis, MN 55404 612-827-8117 http://www.realisticmanessalon.com/ Malobe Natural Hair Salon 915 West Lake St. Minneapolis, MN 55408 612-823-8626 http://www.malobe.com/

NEBRASKA

Catrynas Braiding Studios Nebraska (402) 578-7747 http://www.catrynas.blogspot. com/

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OHIO

The Loc Shoppe 3700 Avalon Shaker Heights, OH (216) 921-5410 DJ’s Image Beauty Salon 500 Ross Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45217 (513) 641-3333 Salon Favor 7370-G Kingsgate Way West Chester, OH 45069 (513) 779-2147 Reverence Salon 3649 Lee Rd, Upper Level Shaker Heights, Ohio (216) 921-4242 Jennifer Wells - Stylist 3138 Lee-Washington Blvd Cleveland Heights, OH 44118 216-320-9675 The Hair Cafe 3964 Mayfield Road Cleveland Heights, Ohio (216) 644-5431 Exquisite Barber & African Hair Braiding 3140 S Hamilton Road Columbus, OH 43232-5657 (866) 632-3561 http://www.exquisitehairbraiding.com/

OKLAHOMA

Phat Headz Salon 4528 S.E. 29TH Street Del City, OK (405) 741-7006

Platinum Salon 6808 S. Memorial Dr., Suite 206 Tulsa, OK 74133 (918) 286.8634 http://www.platinum-salon. com/

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WISCONSIN New Waves Hair Styling Studio 4481 N 76th Street Milwaukee, WI 53210 (414) 464-7780 Oluchi, LLC 5010 N. 26th Street Milwaukee, WI 53209 414-610-5646

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COSMATOLOGY PROGRAMS Dudley Beauty College 1756 West 95TH Street Chicago, IL (773) 445-5765 Empire Beauty School 3810 E Southport Indianapolis, IN (317) 489-5656 5750 Crawfordsville Road, Speedway Super Center Indianapolis (317) 204-4562 www.empire.edu www.MidwestBlackHair.com

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COSMATOLOGY PROGRAMS CONTD. House of Heavilin Beauty School 5720 Troost Avenue Kansas City, MO 64110 (816) 523-2471 http://kc-hair.com/ ERIC FISHER ACADEMY 6727 W. Central Wichita, KS 67212 Phone: 316-440-5555 Fax: 316-440-4985 http://www.ericfisheracademy. com/ info@ericfisheracademy.com ACADEMY OF AESTHETIC ARTS, LLC 10316 Shawnee Mission Parkway Shawnee, KS 66203 800-996-7335 or 913-397-7546 FAX: 913-962-7560 http://www.academyofaestheticarts.com/ elite7546@hotmail.com MARINELLO SCHOOLS OF BEAUTY - LAWRENCE 1601 W 23rd St Lawrence, KS 66046 Phone: 785-832-2600 Fax: 785-856-0619 http://www.bstreetdesign.com bhancock@bstreetdesign.com

BELLUS ACADEMY 1130 West Loop Place Manhattan, KS 66502 785-539-1837 & 1-800-6961765 Fax: 785-539-1651 http://www.bellusacademy.edu MARINELLO SCHOOLS OF BEAUTY- MANHATTAN 512 Poyntz Ave. Manhattan, KS 66505 Phone: 785-776-4794 Fax: 785-776-4482 Bill Hancock, Owner http://www.bstreetdesign.com/ manhattan.asp MARINELLO SCHOOLS OF BEAUTY – OVERLAND PARK 10324 Mastin Overland Park, KS 66212 Phone: 913-492-4114 Fax: 913-492-2597 http://www.bstreetdesign.com/ overland-park.asp MARINELLO SCHOOLS OF BEAUTY –TOPEKA 3602 S Topeka Blvd Topeka, KS 66611 Phone: 785-267-7701 Fax: 785-266-7411 http://www.bstreetdesign.com/ topeka.asp MARINELLO SCHOOLS OF BEAUTY- WICHITA 1675 S. Rock Rd., Ste 101 Wichita, KS 67207 Phone: 316-681-2288 Fax: 316-681-2368 http://www.bstreetdesign.com/ wichita.asp

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COWLEY COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE 125 S. 2nd St. Arkansas City, KS 67005 Phone: 620-441-5315 - 800-5932222 Ext. 5284 Fax: 620-441-5350 http://www.cowley.edu/departments/business/cosmetology.html mauzey@cowley.edu DODGE CITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE COSMETOLOGY DEPT 2501 N. 14th Avenue Dodge City, KS 67801 Phone: 620-225-0288 Fax: 620-225-2353 http://www.dccc.cc.ks.us/ artnails@dc3.edu 1barb@dc3.edu ENTOURAGE INSTITUTE OF BEAUTY & ESTHETICS 12004 W. 95TH Lenexa, KS 66215 Phone: 913-888-2800 Fax: Fax: 913-322-0747 http://www.entouragebeauty.com/ skennison@entouragebeauty.com FT SCOTT COMM COLLEGE – FT. SCOTT COSMETOLOGY DEPT 7 S. National Fort Scott, KS 66701 Phone: 620-223-5220 Fax: 620-223-5240 http://www.fortscott.edu/ FT. SCOTT COMM COLLEGE PITTSBURG Associate Dean Judy Collins 813 N. Broadway, Suite B Pittsburg, KS 66762 Phone: 620-231-4497 Fax: 620-235-1754

GARDEN CITY COMMUNITY COLLEGE 801 Campus Drive Garden City, KS 67846 Phone: 620-276-8713 Fax: 620-276-9630 http://www.gcccks.edu pati.pfenninger@gcccks.edu HAYS ACADEMY OF HAIR DESIGN 1214 E. 27th St. Hays, KS 67601 Phone: 785-628-6624 Fax: 785-623-4870 http://www.haysacademy.com len@haysacademy.com INDEPENDENCE COMMUNITY COLLEGE COSMETOLOGY DEPARTMENT 200 Arco Place Suite 308 Independence, KS 67301 Phone: 620-332-1410 Fax: 620-332-1412 http://www.indycc.edu dcussimanio@indycc.edu JOHNSON COUNTY COMM. COLLEGE COSMETOLOGY DEPT 9780 West 87th St Overland Park, KS 66210 Phone: 913-469-8500 or 913469-2390 Fax: 913-649-1050 http://www.jccc.edu apankalla@jccc.edu LA BARON HAIRDRESSING ACADEMY 8119 Robinson Overland Park, KS 66204 Phone: 913-642-0077 Fax: 913-642-0077 - Call First http://www.labarononline.com labaronop@att.net

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COSMATOLOGY PROGRAMS CONTD. KANSAS CITY KS COMM. COLLEGE TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTER 2220 North 59th St. Kansas City, KS 66104 Phone: 913-627-4100 Fax: 913-627-4109 http://www.kckcc.edu kknaus@kckcc.edu manderson@kckcc.edu MITSU SATO HAIR ACADEMY 9062 Metcalf Ave. Overland Park, KS 66212 Phone: 913-341-7286 Fax: 913-341-3411 http://www.mitsusatohairacademy.com macademy@att.net NORTHWEST KANSAS TECHNICAL COLLEGE 1209 Harrison PO Box 668 Goodland, KS 67735 Phone: 785-890-3151 Fax: 785-890-5711 http://www.nwktc.edu/ kclouse@mail.nwktc.edu PAUL MITCHELL THE SCHOOL – OVERLAND PARK 8731 W. 95th Street Overland Park, KS 66212 Phone: 913-381-5757 Fax: 913-381-5858 http://www.paulmitchelltheschool.com

PAUL MITCHELL THE SCHOOL - WICHITA 3242 N. Rock Road, Ste. 106 Wichita, KS 67226 Phone: 316-630-0600 Fax: 316-630-0602 Clint and Schrene Davis, Owners http://pmtswichita.com REGENCY BEAUTY INSTITUTE - OLATHE 12517 South Rogers Rd. Olathe, KS 66062 Phone: 913-538-5087 Toll Free: 800-787-6456 Fax: 913-538-5088 http://www.regencybeauty.com REGENCY BEAUTY INSTITUTE - TOPEKA 1930 SW Wanamaker Rd, Suite A. Topeka, KS 66604 Phone: 785-272-0784 Toll Free: 800-787-6456 Fax: 785-272-7586 http://www.regencybeauty.com REGENCY BEAUTY INSTITUTE - WICHITA 8227 E. Kellogg Dr. Wichita, KS 67207 Phone: 316-681-0950 Toll Free: 800-787-6456 Fax: 316-681-9943 http://www.regencybeauty.com SEWARD COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE 1801 N Kansas Liberal, KS 67901 Phone: 800-1373-9951 http://www.sccc.edu sscheib@sccc.edu

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SIDNEY’S HAIRDRESSING COLLEGE 200 E. 3rd Hutchinson, KS 67501 Phone: 620-662-5481 FAX: same number - call first http://www.sidneyshair.com billwyer@sidneyshairdress.kscoxmail.com TRENDSETTERS SCHOOL OF COSMETOLOGY 1957-1961 N 63rd Dr Kansas City, KS 66104 Phone: 913-514-2827 trendsetterskcks@email.com VICTORIA’S SCHOOL OF NAIL TECHNOLOGY 1813 N Broadway Wichita, KS 67214 Phone: 316-264-4663 Fax: 316-264-1070 kimnguyen43@cox.net XENON INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY 3804 W. Douglas Wichita, KS 67203 Phone: 316-943-5516 Fax: 316-943-7244 http://www.xenonintl.com kmcintosh@xenonacademy.com XENON INT’L ACADEMY 1215 E. Santa Fe Olathe, KS 66061 Phone: 913-782-4004 Toll Free: 800-998-9645 Fax: 913-782-0449 http://www.xenonintl.com lmiller@xenonacademy.com Z HAIR ACADEMY, INC 2429 Iowa Street Lawrence, KS 66046 Phone: 785-749-1488 Fax: 785-749-6070 http://www.zhairacademy.com

Z HAIR ACADEMY, INC 14471 Metcalf Overland Park, KS 66223 Phone: 913-402-4700 Fax: 913-402-4790 http://www.zhairacademy.com Vatterott Coloege 3550 West Clay Street, St. Charles, MO 63301 Toll Free: 888-553-6627 3131 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO 64506 Toll Free: 888-553-6627 11818 I Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68137 Toll Free: 888-553-6627 3609 North Marx Drive, Quincy, IL 62305 Toll Free: 888-553-6627

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