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VINCY ME I used to think that proverbs were annoying; however, I find myself using them with increasing frequency these days. A proverb, by definition, is a saying in popular use that states a general truth or piece of advice. Growing up, I definitely heard my fair share of them, particularly because I was not a very well-behaved child. Here are a few more common ones my granny would use.
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Fowl who nah hear ‘shoo’ go hear ‘bap’/ Who nah hear go feel Flogging is a common practice in many Caribbean islands, including SVG. This means, if you don’t listen when you are warned, you will eventually get flogged OR suffer some form of punishment.
Cockroach nah have calling inna fowl party Stay out of things that don’t concern you. There is also a subset of persons who took this to mean, if you get involved in things you have no business in then you may end up getting hurt.
Ah too much tongue cattle get mek it can’t talk Used when you know something about someone (or something), but cannot repeat it because of how you got the information.
You ah gimme basket fi carry water Used in a situation where someone is asking something impossible of you.
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To the Ending Of The Day CARNIVAL IS DONE... By Peta Odini … the streets have long been swept and all evidence and traces have been disposed of and all that are left are the memories and maybe a lingering cough for those who had a close encounter with Chantal! I did not make it home and boy, let me tell allyo when the realization hit that I had to be a grown up and in doing so miss my favourite event of the year, I can assure you it was NOT a pretty sight… but anyway I got over myself… eventually.
ROAD MARCH HE DESERVES? I swear! In 2011 they didn’t even place the man, which to me was such a blatant piece of bold facery… yes I made up that word, deal with it. And from all reports this year, the man had it or at least a 2nd place! But is OH-KAY! He will get through because the man talks the best road tunes … Snap Shot will forever be cemented in my head as one of the best road tunes I ever wine up my bamsee to. My right knee hurt me for WEEKS after that carnival… SNAP SHOT! In D Road!
But I would also like to BIG up the other people It was very interesting observing Vincy Mas from afar, painful Next ting… Congrats ‘cause I find it had some other people who need to get a shout at times but interesting. I mean to Skinny Fabulous out for adding key ingredients to Kiddies Carnival was postponed!!! and Fya Empress on the festival. That was one for the history books. their domination of Royall for ‘Mad Anthem’, which I The people partied though a almost everything … thought was brilliant...future Soca tropical storm (we really doh party yeah yeah… kudos normal) and all the rest bacchanal and applause. Monarch King deyso eh. Kev of Kr8tive Ent for ‘Me Alone’, which in between. Clearly I missed a few good fetes and was another gem. Man like R3cka whose Soca I didn’t get to show Monarch intro video still does have me rolling anybody my wuk all over the floor in tears! I was told a full length up… but it’s alright; video and play is in the works. I hope I was not being pranked ‘cause that I want to see. I wanna next time. First things first as I big up Danielle Veira because I don’t know if mention that… WHY you guys know but ‘Til the Dawn’ and ‘Fetting DEM DOH GIVE Problems’ were two of the best put together SHANEY HYPES THE songs for the season. World class vocals and
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production! Big up to Team Kubiyashi. Now for the Conchs man… I will not even lie, I heard the song and I was like yea man tune nice and glossed past it, but on the night of Soca Monarch I was like WAAAAAAAAAAT!!! So well done Skarpyon for that gem! Big Up the youth Rosario for having another big tune for the road… this was also overlooked. I swear the CDC needs to publish how exactly Road March is judged because well... I was fairly good at Maths at school but I still can’t figure out what must be some sort of highly complex differential equation.
mediocre at best. There were a few gems but in general it was all a bit meh. A lot of songs but not a lot of BIG CHUNES! This epidemic seems to have spread across the sea because the Crop Over tunes also suffered this year after having a stellar year last year. Don’t get me wrong, there was good music but there were too few moments when I found myself going “OH GOSSSSSSHHHHHHHH that tune BADDDDD!!” And as upset as I was that I missed Carnival, at the end of the season I was like meh… no big deal actually. So I am putting in an early wish for 2014 that we get out of this slump and we come hard to present music that will have the region pumping again because right now Trinidad has won the 2013 Soca Battle and well... I don’t like them results at all.
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LOVE THY ENEMY
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Occasionally, we cross paths with people we don’t like. The reasons are varied – personality clashes could be one. But if we are honest with ourselves, we’ll realize that the most common reason is jealousy – we want something the other person has. It could be a physical trait, like good looks; or it could be something on a different level, like intelligence or confidence. If we recognize the reason for our dislike, we can find a way to combat it. But, as is often the case, people are not honest with themselves, so they don’t recognize their feeling of jealousy for what it is. This is when relationships fail. In life, we may come across thousands of people we dislike and even abhor. And sometimes, the feeling may be mutual. Or, it could even be the reverse – the other person is the one who detests us. It’s a fact of life and completely unavoidable – we just cannot like everyone or be liked by everyone. A simple solution is to just avoid such people. Here’s the problem with that though: What happens when you meet someone at the
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LOVE THY ENEMY To cement that good relationship, try speaking to them. If at first you get no response, keep trying. A simple “good morning” may be all it takes to break the ice. Perhaps you could even draw from your mental list of ‘likables’ and comment on one of those qualities. Even the most humble among us lap up praise. This is not necessarily sucking up to the person; merely thawing that frigid exterior (possibly made frigid by your attitude). Next, you could try to recognize what their strength is. For most people, their strengths are easily visible from the get go. But if not, look a little deeper and come up with something. This, too, would help you to combat your negative f e e l i n g s towards the other person. Finally, to seal the deal (so to speak), try having a mental conversation with your n e m e s i s . Imagine you and the other person are having a www.vincyezine.com
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Real Vitamin Water 16 oz filtered water Fruits of your choice (I used pineapple, strawberry slices and slightly smashed blueberries) Method: 1. Add fruit to water 2. Allow to sit at room temperature or in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours 3. Drink and enjoy!
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Elegance without measure Our darling cover girl
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Three likes Food Make up Cats
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Rude people Spiders Liars (although I’m sure no one likes them)
Three things you need to have on a daily basis Cell phone Makeup bag Money
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Three qualities I look for in a friend. Loyalty Honesty Dependability
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crown How was your experience leading up to the night of Miss SVG 2013? I was definitely taken out of my comfort zone, which I knew it would. [This] was one of the main reasons I entered in the first place. It seems dreamlike looking back on it... I had such a blast visiting various places, and meeting new people. How was the night of Miss SVG? I was a bit nervous, but I pushed through that. There were some ‘behind the scenes’ issues – wardrobe malfunctions and what not – however, I had a great chaperone (Kimon Baptiste) who did a great job of keeping me focused. What do you think of your performance on the night? I think I did well, given that is was my first national pageant. On reflection, there are a few things I would change if I could go back in time for a
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‘do over’, but the fact remains that I am satisfied with my performance.
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Who is Shara? Ambitious
The Miss SVG pageant was the most ambitious endeavour that Shara has undertaken in her life so far. She has certain goals that she aims for in life, and although she has experienced a few setbacks, she has been fortunate in accomplishing many of them. Shara explained that she has many long term goals that she’s still working on, and she is certain that she be successful in achieving them.
Compassionate
Shara firmly believes that no man is an island, and as social beings it is important to be able to interact well with others. As a compassionate person, she feels this trait helps her to understand others better. She also has a soft spot for young children, with whom she loves interacting.
Optimistic & Determined Shara explained that she’s not the type of girl who ever believed in fairy tales. She believes in hard work and determination to attain what she wants in life.
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Growing up, Shara was quite a sickly child. However, that did little to dampen her love of adventure and physically-demanding activities. Her perseverance saw her through those challenging years, where she not only pushed through but conquered – becoming the 200m champion at her alma mater Girls’ High School. She was also an active member of various clubs and organisations such as Young Leaders, Young Achievers and Girl Guides Association, and sports such as Karate, to list a few. Shara does not consider herself to be a party animal, but did admit that she took full advantage of all the revelry that took place over the carnival season. Vincy eZine | Vol1 Issue 3
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SUMMER BARBECUING The first thing you should consider when barbecuing is the type of grill you’re rocking. Is it a fancy gas grill, or are you going with a classic charcoal option - an imported charcoal grill, or a rough grill fabricated from a drum or a gas cylinder? Gas powered grills make it easier to control the temperature of the grill and usually allow for varying temperatures on different sections of the grill. This makes barbecuing easier, especially for a novice, but these grills tend to be more expensive and, of course, you’ve got to have a cylinder of gas. Some people consider gas grills a bit of a cop out and prefer good old-fashioned coals, and all of the lighting, blowing, fanning and beer dousing involved. I’ve found that coals also tend to add a smokier flavour, which can be desirous. Pick your weapon of choice!
grill. Take your grill with both hands and shake it back and forth and side to side. If it becomes destabilized or rocks after you’ve stopped, you should consider improving stabilization or abandoning it altogether. Also, ensure that you have a good wire rack or grill grates for placing the items you plan to grill or barbecue. The last thing you want is your barbecue to be falling into the flaming hellish abyss of your grill.
Almost anything can be cooked on your grill. I love tossing vegetables with olive oil, salt and pepper and throwing them on the grill. People are usually surprised by how well the slightly charred grill flavour makes vegetables taste sweeter. It’s also good to have a couple sides that have already been prepared before you start barbecuing. Bread is essential if you’re having Conduct a simple shake test hot dogs or hamburgers. You to check the stability of your can make tossed salad, rice, potatoes and almost anything that you like to eat with barbecue. My advice to you is
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this: Don’t be the schmuck that serves your barbecue with rice and peas, potato salad laden with mayonnaise and coleslaw with even more mayo... Or be that schmuck. Just don’t say you got it from me! Instead, try serving a cold rice dish and corn on the cob. Or be even more adventurous and make ramen noodle salad. Start with your regular coleslaw ingredients - shredded cabbage and grated carrot - add apples, ramen noodles, almonds and a dressing made from the flavour packet of the noodles for a salad of intense flavour and interesting textures. And now we get to the meat of the matter. We could talk about barbecuing anything from pork to mahi-mahi, but why not focus on a classic - good old’ chicken. When you’re barbecuing chicken, you’re really aiming for three things: crispy skin, juicy meat and a tasty barbecue sauce. There are a couple factors that add up to this.
Picking your chicken You want to be picky about the part of the chicken you use, because while you can basically throw anything on the grill and call it George, the results vary greatly depending on the part you use. Some parts dry out easily, while others are too fatty or too bony. My chicken part of choice for barbecuing this summer is the thigh. The dark meat is very juicy, with just enough skin to crisp up outside, and chicken thighs are simple to debone. This makes them easier to eat, and they cook much faster.
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Marinating the chicken You can use a wide range of ingredients to marinate your chicken. Local green seasoning is a fast, easy way to add flavour. You can make a dry seasoning mix or rub by combining simple ingredients such as salt, pepper, sugar, powdered garlic and paprika. You also have the option of just using salt and black pepper on the chicken, but expect a less complex flavour if you do so.
Getting it crispy Ensure that the grill grates are clean before you start cooking by brushing them with a wire brush. Use an oiled paper towel to wipe the surface and keep food from sticking to the grill. Get the grill up to a medium high heat (if you can keep your hand a couple inches over the grill for longer than a couple seconds, then the grill is hot enough to start). Place the chicken skin down on the grill. After about 15 minutes try to turn the chicken over. If it’s stuck to the grill (and you started with a clean grill), then it is probably not ready to be turned over. Wait until the chicken frees easily from the grill. This ensures a nice crispy skin. When you have turned it over, grill for another 10-15 minutes (depending on the size of the chicken pieces) turning and basting with barbecue sauce.
Saucing it up/Saucy baby! The easiest way to make your own barbecue sauce is by starting with ketchup. I like to add acidity by using a combination of citrus juices. Brown sugar adds sweetness and an old friend taught me to throw in some rum for good measure. You can use a combination of other spices and seasonings to make your own signature sauce. Baste the chicken with barbecue sauce after you’ve turned it the first time, and continue basting until the chicken is completely cooked. If you’re nervous about when your chicken is cooked, use a thermometer and poke it into the centre of the thickest piece. The chicken is done when it reads 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Pile plates high, pull out the beers and enjoy the summer!
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Ramen Noodle Salad
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1 pkg oriental flavour Ramen Noodles 3 tbsp vegetable oil 1 small cabbage, shredded 1 large carrot, grated 1 apple, cored and cut into matchstick sized pieces ¼ cup roasted almonds, chopped 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp honey 1 tsp chilli pepper flakes 1 tsp parsley, chopped 1. In a bowl, combine shredded cabbage and grated carrot. 2. To make the dressing, in a small bowl, empty the ramen noodle flavour packet and whisk together with balsamic vinegar, honey and pepper flakes. 3. Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrot salad, toss to coat and refrigerate. 4. Crush the raw ramen noodles into small pieces. 5. Heat oil in a frying pan on medium heat. Pour the ramen noodles into the pan, and fry until golden brown, about 2 minutes. Stir the noodles so that pieces do not burn. (All of the pieces do not have to be evenly coloured). 6. Just before serving, toss the apple sticks and almond pieces into the cabbage and carrot mixture. 7. Top with the ramen noodles and sprinkle with parsley. www.vincyezine.com
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1. Combine all ingredients. 2. Customize your sauce. Add herbs, spices or other flavourings. (Right now, I’m loving garlic and sesame oil).
Deboning Chicken Thighs 1. Using a short flexible knife, cut along the bone on bottom of the thigh from top to bottom. 2. Use the knife to work around the bone, cutting away the meat. 3. When the middle of the thigh has been cut away from the bone, use your fingers under the bone to pull away the meat. 4. Cut the meat away from each end of the bone. NB: If you’re starting with the entire leg piece, separate the thigh from the drumstick by slicing the joint where the two bones meet.
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The Makeup Files
Steal vs Splurge By: Jeneille Lewis of Beauti by Jinjer With countless makeup brands saturating the market, one is bound to find duplicates of their favourite products without paying too much for them. We have pooled together a list of our favourite products, and pitted them against their higher end counterparts to bring you a list of products you can splurge or save on.
FOUNDATION Splurge: NARS Sheer Glow Foundation (US $44.00) Steal: Revlon Nearly Naked Foundation (US $ 7.49-$9.99) Both foundations give you that natural, glowing, just-like-skin look that everyone is going for. Light to medium coverage and in a wide range of colors, any of these two would be perfect for creating a natural look, while still covering imperfections.
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Splurge: Urban Decay Eye-shadow Palettes (US $50.00) Steal: MUA Eye-shadows (GBP £1.00) Urban Decay is the Queen of eye-shadow palettes and a cult favourite. While we’ll always keep buying them when they are released, the MUA shadows are equally amazing, too: very pigmented, long lasting and very much a bargain at only £1.00. We have numerous shades, all of which we love.
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LIPSTICK Splurge: MAC Cosmetics Ruby Woo (US $15.00) Steal: Wet n Wild MegaLast Lipstick Stoplight Red (US $1.99) Oh Ruby Woo, Ruby Woo! It’s THE ultimate red lipstick that suits just about every skin tone – a beautiful red lipstick from MAC with blue undertones that’s heralded as the ‘Rihanna Red’ (and the mommy of RiRi-Woo). Every red lipstick lover should own this colour. For those who may not want to shell out $15.00 for a lipstick, however, Wet n Wild makes some amazing matte lippies that rival the quality and staying power of the MAC lipsticks for only $1.99. We own one in every colour!
POWDER Splurge: MAC Mineralize Skin Finish Natural (US $30.00) Steal: Revlon Nearly Naked Powder (US $ 7.49) The MAC MSF Natural has been a favourite of ours for years! It’s definitely the most repurchased MAC item that we own, however, who wouldn’t love a more inexpensive dupe? We love the Revlon Nearly Naked Powder as it goes with every foundation we own to create a natural, flawless look!
CONCEALER Splurge: MAC Pro Long wear Concealer (US $17.00) Steal: L.A. Girl Pro Conceal Concealer (US $2.50) Both of these concealers can be counted on to hold up in hot weather while concealing those dark under-eye circles and acne scars. We prefer the L.A. girl Pro Conceal Concealer for its amazing price and ease of blending. www.vincyezine.com
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Jewelry takes people’s minds off their wrinkles. ~Sonja Henie~
Beauty, Outer Beauty, and True Beauty: Inner
What’s important?
by Shari Osborne of Wädäda Beads
Characterising someone as ‘beautiful’, whether on an individual basis or by community consensus, is often based on some combination of inner beauty (personality, intelligence, grace, politeness, charisma, integrity, congruence and elegance) and outer beauty, which includes physical attributes that are valued on an aesthetic basis.
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unique and beautiful. At any rate I believe that imperfection is far more intriguing than symmetry. By embracing your own unique beauty and enhancing the features you actually like, it’s possible to break free from this self-esteem trap. Accessories enhance our natural beauty and allow women to show confidence.
Many people look in the mirror and focus on the things they dislike about themselves. As a jewelry artist, I continuously hear: I need accessories that make me look beautiful. I’m no psychologist but it seems to me that we castigate ourselves unfairly at the risk of the bigger picture. The truth is, no one is perfect and we all have a feature that is
Today, beaded jewelry is very popular all over the world. Many jewelry fans show great interest in these wonderful pieces, and prefer jewelry made of beads rather than other materials. Adding beautiful and gorgeous beaded jewelry can greatly enhance one’s overall beauty. An immaculate sense of style is not necessarily something that you
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JEWELRY AND BEAUTY should be born with. It is brought up consciously, developed by paying attention to the ocean of current fashion trends where you find something that suits your looks, personality and lifestyles. The best selection to start with are handcrafted jewelry made from quality natural materials such as semi-precious gemstones, freshwater pearls, shells, seeds, leather, wood, nuts, and feathers. Using natural, ‘mother earth’ materials, as a base to your accessories, can greatly enhance your beauty.
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Earrings If your height is equal to that of the current fashion standard and you can boast of having a fine swan neck, don’t hesitate to wear long dangling earrings. They look especially flattering when paired with smooth hair. If, in contrast, you are petite, your friends are small earrings that will not look like weights on you. Chunky button-style earrings look fabulous on plus-sized women. Bracelets Bracelets are usually worn only on the right hand. If it consists of some segments without a gem in the centre, wear it loose on your arm. And, conversely, if a bracelet is adorned with gems centering it, don’t let it dangle on your arm. Brooches Brooches are very much in fashion currently. Young girls should choose small-sized ones. Single ‘flowers’ (or similar) are worn on the left side, 10-15cm below the shoulder or at the collar. Massive brooches can serve as the collar links. Best of all, diamonds match one-colored dresses, preferably a black one. But in case there are some plain buttons on your dress, the brooch should be 5-7cm. higher. You can fold a light scarf and pin it up with the brooch. For something extravagant, wear the brooch on the waist line, provided the design of your dress doesn’t allow for it. Necklaces and pendants As far as necklaces and pendants are concerned, the major dilemma is whether to wear them with high-necked or low-cut dresses. Feel free to experiment – decide what works best for you. If you have a jewelry set, consisting of a bracelet, ring, necklace and earrings, follow the principle ‘earrings+ bracelet’, ‘necklace+ ring’. Avoid wearing more than 2 rings at a time; it looks too excessive. As far as diamonds go, this gem is predominantly for evening wear.
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Our tribute to the many eras that help to enhance beauty in its elaborate forms. Surrendering to the playfullness that is equal parts bold and eccentric, See how Kelly, Yugge and India embrace the looks of past and present.
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Modern Royalty Model India captures the essence of traditional Elizabethan beauty standards in an updated look featuring light hair, evened complexion, rosy cheek and lips. Fashion Editor: Jeremy Payne www.vincyezine.com
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