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EDITOR’S note Hello Readers! I hope you didn’t miss us too much. We took a short sabbatical from publishing as we wanted to properly plan our year, and boy, what an exciting year it’s going to be! I want you to pay close attention to the magazine as we’ve made quite a few changes. No, I don’t plan on ruining the surprise with spoilers. I do believe that New Year greetings from Vincy eZine are order, as this is our very first issue for 2014. Volume two promises to be a bit sexier, thought provocative, insightful and colourful. Our publishing company New Marketing & Research Solutions also plans to roll out a few more products this year. If all goes according to plan, you’ll also be hearing about and attending (you better) a few Vincy eZine events, as well. Now, about this issue. The
Oxford dictionary defines a hero as a person who is admired for his/her courage, outstanding achievements or noble qualities. Some of us look to those who have liberated thousands in the past as our heroes, while others look to those making a current impact on their lives, such as police officers and doctors. For the rest of us, we make it even more personal and look at those who were instrumental in our development – like our parents. As Vincy eZine reminisces on what it means to be a hero today, we portray heroes of the past through fashion and take a look at some of the modern-day unlikely heroes. For me, my heroes have always originated from within my family. There are, however, quite a few persons I look up to as role models. I also acknowledge
the role that Joseph Chatoyer played in our rich history, and no one is more fitting of the title of National Hero more than he is. Today, our culture is being eroded by various external forces. Too many of us overlook the role our culture plays in paying homage to the many persons who fought for the freedom we enjoy. As we move forward, I hope that this message becomes clearer and that SVG’s essence is not lost in the whirlpool of globalization. We at Vincy eZine will definitely play our part to ensure that this never happens. Happy reading, and make sure you check out my obsessions this month on page [insert number]. Also, we’re on Twitter and Instagram now. Our handle is @vincyezine. We’d love to hear what you think about us!
ON OUR COVER MODEL - Lina Dornieden PHOTOGRAPHY & EDITING - Errol McKenzie of Errol John Photograhy & Designs STYLING & BODY PAINT- Shennique Browne See full spread on page
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34 OUR REGULARS 03. EDITORS NOTE
FASHION 20. WAYUNAGU (OUR ANCESTORS) A photo-shoot inspired by our history
10. EDITORS OBSESSIONS Find our what our editors just can’t get their minds off. 16. EARTHY GIRL Make-up advice on how to 4
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vamp up your look using natural colours 17. THE DOS AND DON’TS OF MAKE-UP PURCHASING Amirh shares her tips for purchasing make-up.
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Entertainment 8. UPCOMING EVENTS List of upcoming events that are sure to please fashionistas and socialites 36. MEET JENNLEE SHALLOW The story behind a stage performer with Vincentian roots
Lifestyle 12. A FRESH MARCH START Samara presents a light fresh dish perfect for those still recovering from the X-mas gluttony
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#teamVincyeZine #teamVincyeZine EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Westford Stilly Joseph EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Jamila Soso-Vincent FASHION EDITOR Jeremy Payne. Stylist - Shennique Browne Fashion Assistants - Makeda Greene & Marlon Lewis BEAUTY EDITOR Amirh Dennie LAYOUT AND DESIGN Westford Joseph
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UPCOMING EVENTS 29TH
MARCH 2014
HELPING HANDS RELIEF CONCERT Featuring Konshens Victoria Park Donation $20.00
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APRIL 2014
ATELIER SHERNICIA PRESENTS
17TH APRIL 2014
ONE BIG FOAM PARTY Union Island DJ Shady
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THE JOURNEY FASHION SHOW Venue: Upstairs the Russells Cinema Begins 7pm Sections include -Couture, Work wear, Casual, Lingerie and more. Admission/Tickets - $50.00
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A:M the Premium all inclusive breakfast beach party Sun and Sea Jacks Bar Princess Margret Beach Bequia
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The Bounty Restaurant’s Chocolate Fudge Brownie Snuggled away in the middle of Kingstown is one of SVG’s hidden treasures – The Bounty Restaurant. And although most would know about its delicious patties, the Chocolate fudge brownie is also worth the journey. It won’t help if you’re already working on your Carnival body, but if you’re looking for that chocolate rush, I swear that this treat will leave you entirely satisfied. The only downside is it looks so good on the plate, it’s almost a sin to dig in. /Editor-in-Chief
EDITORS’ STUFF OUT EDITORS JUST CAN’T GET OUT THEIR HEADS THIS MONTH. Pouches and any bag that can hold most of my daily tools. My latest is an indigo faux leather ‘flap-over’ from local bag designer iKesha. /Fashion Editor
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Sparrow Rum I’ve always considered myself more of a vodka person but as of late I’ve been broke, so I’ve been hunting for a cheaper alternative to my usual ‘screwdriver’. Curiosity led me to experiment with Sparrow Rum and the rest is history. Now, it’s definitely one of my top considerations when I’m hanging out somewhere with a well-stocked bar. It also helps that Sparrow mixes are easy on the wallet. /Editor-in-Chief
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Holey Tees This tattered, deconstructed, parasite-eaten finish adds lots of comfort and character. Whether they’re customized with a pair of kitchen scissors or bought in stores... I wear them every and anywhere... /Fashion Editor
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w via Red Lipstick Can’t stop collecting red lippies in every brand especially MAC, NYX and OCC lip tars. My current favourite is Ruby Woo matte red from MAC. /Beauty Editor
Denim Shirts Doesn’t matter the brand, once its denim. /Beauty Editor
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A fresh March start
Something about the New Year inspires fresh starts and good decisions – as short lived as they might be.
decided to offer them some lunch. Now, usually, people are often eager to try my food – I suspect it has something to do with the professional training, but on this particular occasion, he excesses of December I was somewhat surprised at are great – too much rich just how reluctant my guests food, too much alcohol, were to eat. The lady asked too many late nights and me if maybe she could just probably no healthy activities have a very small portion and (unless you count the dancing her husband outright declined that you did at those parties). anything. As what seemed like Because honestly, who cares an after-thought, she asked me about healthy eating or has the what I had prepared. When time for exercise when liquor, I told her that it was seafood, ham and black cake are being she was visibly relieved and offered everywhere you go? her husband changed his mind I was home for a week during and decided to dine with us. the holidays and a couple days When they finished eating, after Christmas I had some they declared how refreshing it old family friends come by just was to have a light meal with as I was finishing up lunch. I fresh fish and conchs. They
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confessed that for the entire season, while they had been visiting relatives and friends, the black cake and ham during every visit had become overwhelming. Even though they loved those things, they had just gotten tired of eating the same things over and over again and they knew it wasn’t very good for them. After all of the indulgences of the Christmas season, most people like to spend the first couple months of the New Year in detox, and in the gym. Something about the New Year inspires fresh starts and good decisions – as short lived as they might be. And I think our bodies are grateful for it. Yet, we often don’t remember that eating healthy isn’t always a www.vincyezine.com
chore and the first quarter of the year doesn’t necessarily have to be spent eating bland food and thinking wistfully of Christmas lunch, and the happy, full feeling you had after devouring thousands of calories. One of the best ways to eat better is to eat local, fresh food. And when I say better, I don’t just mean healthier. I also
mean tastier. Be a hero in your an interesting combination home and save your friends of flavours and textures. It is and family from the food blues. important to use the freshest fish, since the food will be Ceviche is a popular dish consumed raw. Find all of the throughout Latin America that ingredients to make ceviche in is made of raw fish marinated the market and whip up this in lime juice and flavoured with herbs and vegetables. The easy -to-make recipe for an lime juice denatures the protein exciting take on raw fish. Pair it with sweet plantain chips for of the fish and makes it firm a fun, fresh, flavourful dish that and opaque. Adding herbs, can be eaten at anytime. tomatoes and avocado create
Red Snapper Ceviche (6 servings) 6 oz red snapper fillet, skin removed, diced small ¾ cup fresh squeezed lime juice 1 tbsp onion, chopped fine 1 medium tomato, diced small 1 tbsp red onion, diced small 1 tbsp celery, chopped fine (both leaves and stem) 1 tbsp chive, chopped fine ½ tsp hot pepper, chopped fine ½ tbsp extra virgin olive oil ½ cup avocado, firm, diced small Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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1. Place snapper in a deep bowl and mix in the tablespoon of onion. Pour in lime juice and ensure that snapper is completely covered by juice. 2. Place the mixture, covered, in the refrigerator for 3 hours. 3. Take the ceviche from the fridge and drain in a strainer or colander until most of the liquid is removed.
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4. Place the ceviche in a mixing bowl and add all of the other ingredients, except for the avocado. Stir until everything is combined. 5. Add avocado and stir gently. Flavour with salt and freshly ground black pepper. 6. Keep ceviche cold and serve soon after.
The consumption of raw fish is not advisable for pregnant women, young children, the elderly or immune compromised.
Sweet Plantain Chips 2 plantains, ripe but very firm Oil 1. 1. Peel and slice plantain very thinly on slicer or by hand. The thinner the slices are, the crispier the chips will be. 2. Lay slices out on a paper towel. 3. Pour enough oil into a pan to fill it to about 2 inches deep. Heat the oil on medium high.
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Earthy Girl by Ronelle King
CONTRARY TO WHAT MANY OF US MAY BELIEVE, YOU DON’T ALWAYS NEED A PLETHORA OF COLOURS TO MAKE A STATEMENT. MANY OF US SIMPLY PREFER AN UNDERSTATED LOOK, SO HERE’S A FEW TIPS FOR VAMPING IT UP WITH NEUTRAL COLOURS.
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Cleanse your face.
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Not into foundation? Try using a BB cream or tinted moisturizer.
When it comes to the eyes try different hues of gold, copper, brown or greens. Add a wash of gold or copper eye shadow over the lid then try a dark brown in the outer ‘V’ and crease.
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Line your eyes with a dark brown liner or add a pop of colour by using a green or burgundy liner on the bottom lid.
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Finish your eyes off with a healthy dose of brown mascara.
For naturally luscious lips you can simply add a pop of gloss or line you lips with a neutral liner and apply your favorite nude lipstick. For a little night time drama vamp things up with a luscious berry or deep burgundy lipstick.
Yes, creating the right look takes a little practice, so start with earthy shades such as brown, green, gold and copper. However, don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and add a few hints of colour. Try adding a purple liner, pink lips or just a touch of bronzer. Remember it’s only makeup, so have fun with it!
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Makeup
PURCHASING • DO estimate the cost of your beauty supply needs. DON’T splurge on products you won’t need.
Dos & Don’ts
• DO buy multipurpose makeup, such as lip- cheek combinations.
Multivitamins. • DO save your receipts. Many stores will refund or exchange products once they are unopened . • DO test products out before purchasing.
• DON’T assume that • DON’T toss leftover makeup ‘dermatologist tested’ means unless it’s more than better quality. This claim eighteen months old. does not guarantee that • DON’T share makeup the doctor approved of the products like foundation product - just that it was sticks, sponges and lipsticks. tested. • DO practice proper makeup • DO include the two removal. Ms - Moisturizer and BEAUTY PRODUCTS/ SUPPLIES CAN BE FOUND AT THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS IN ST. VINCENT: Acute Cosmetics, Beauty Shak, Beauty Culture, Colours, Coreas City Store, Diamond Girl, Kismet Beauty Supplies, The Modern Place
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(Our ancestors) A history that is closer than skin. Experience the Garifuna heritage. One that screams culture & tradition whilst stealing home base to keep us grounded. Photography by Errol John. Styling by Shennique Browne.
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GARIFUNA WORDS AND PHRASES GARIFUNA ENGLISH Waruguma Star Ugundani Happiness Igemeri Light Nisani My child Wasani Our child Efeduhani celebrate Echuni tradition Usa values Inebesei respect Panta端 pride Lalihouniwa Ubou Reading the World Walamiseru Our Pain Wayunagu Our ancestors Ahari spirit Buyei spiritual healers Seremein thank you Fadiri priest Ugundani joy Bungiu God Buiti fedu Merry christmas Buiti ach端luruni Welcome Buiti binafi Good morning Buiti rabanweyu Good afternoon Buiti gu単oun Good night
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On Devon: printed drawstring slacks. On Lina: printed scarf as a bandeau top; crotched drawstring skirt.
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belong to a lot of organizations and it was contributing to keeping us from spending quality time together. I have sacrificed some of those commitments to spend more time with my guy, so we have more ‘we’ time. – Shani, 27, Sales Rep
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y girlfriend is a very passionate person, and I believe passion has a lot to do with intimacy. Sexually, I give her whatever she wants, whenever she wants it. There’s lots of intimacy, lots of sex, so I make sure I work-out a lot and take care of myself to make sure that that happens. Ben, 43, Banker
PILLOW TALK READERS SHARE THEIR DEEPEST THOUGHTS ON LOVE, RELATIONSHIPS, SEX & INTIMACY IN SVG HOW DO YOU KEEP THE PASSION ALIVE IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP?
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’m in a long-distance relationship. It’s hard, but once both parties are up for it, it can work. Communication is the key. A little sexy pic, Skype date or video chat also helps, especially when you’re in the mood. – Keisha*, 27, Bank Clerk
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ushing boundaries and making it unexpected, rather than monotonous… keeping the relationship fun. – Dev, 28, DJ
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ommunication is important; my fella doesn’t like to talk on the phone at all when we’re apart from each other. We both have our own cars, but we’ve started riding together, so we can talk more. You’d be surprised what a difference it makes. – Samantha, 37, Pharmacist
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’ve never been with a woman who said I’m not interesting. I always try to mix it up. We try to be very out-going as a couple and I always try to plan interesting date nights. I keep the focus off of sex, because sex is always there for us. We focus more on going hard together, when we’re out, so when we get home, the energy level is already high. - Adrian, 33, Bartender
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pontaneity is a big part of it, especially because we are both so busy. Those random nights of dinner and a movie or drinks at a bar, those somehow lead to hours of endless lovemaking and such. But then, at the same time, the planned times sort of give you something to look forward to. Just to be in each other’s company and enjoying one another. A good balance of the two and we’re happy. – Vanessa, 22, Student *All names have been changed Cleopatra Jones, is the pseudonym & alterego of a funny and feisty underground Vincentian writer, poet & creative. She hopes that by exploring and sharing all that is under the sheets of SVG and beyond, her discoveries will help Vincies to have more fulfilling and enjoyable lives & relationships. Vincy eZine | Volume 2 Issue 1
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MEET
JENNLEE SHALLOW
A WOMAN WITH HUGE STAGE PRESENCE Writen by Jeremy Payne
Photo by Errol McKenzie
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ike most great singers, she grew up singing in church – and there is be no better place to host a unique voice like that of songstress Jennlee Shallow. Cropped hair but not short on talent, fierce with a divine personality, a native of Trinidad and daughter to Vincentian and Guyanese parents. She attended the Lowman’s Leeward Primary School and Bishop’s College Kingstown on mainland St. Vincent. After attending college in Trinidad, Jennlee landed her first big gig as the understudy for ‘Nala’ in the German production of ‘Disney’s The Lion King’ [Der König der Löwen].
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Despite heavy homesickness, she was already making her winter-swept way through the eighth month of her 1 year contract in Germany when she was pulled to recreate the role of ‘Nala’ in the Australian production of the Lion King as well as opening the show in Melbourne.
in the US but with knowledge of this 2 year program under her belt and an audition in NYC brought her to her lead role as Sarah in the infamous musical ‘Ragtime’. This was her first gig in the USA.
And if you thought things could not get any better, she was signed as the lead singer for After 2 years of learning and the Cirque Du Soleil’s stage working with some of the best production of ‘VIVA ELVIS’ in in the business, Jennlee made no other place but Las Vegas strides in strengthening her – performing on the biggest vocal and theatric ability in the stage in the US among 80 plus United States with the help of a cast members. Almost settled full scholarship to the American in LA, Jennlee was again on Musical and Dramatic her way to Macau, China, Academy in Los Angeles. to perform a range of great Jennlee had not yet performed hits as a soloist in Franco www.vincyezine.com
Dragone’s cabaret ‘Taboo’. She was profiling as a performer/ singer and model. Jennlee has recently played the role of ‘Deena’ in a stage production of ‘Dreamgirls’ and has shot her first national commercial with 2 other bookings in sight. It was truly magnificent to have her home as a special guest at this year’s Mustique Blues Fest with her mum present to see her in radiate in the spotlight. It was also great to see her wear clothing & accessories from local Vincentian labels Ailocious, iKeshaD and www.vincyezine.com
PAYNE. “I love coming home to St. Vincent and the islands. It’s important to be reminded of where I’m from and of the sacrifices that others (in particular my mum), have made for me along the way. Being home here is the perfect antidote to the fast pace of life in much of the rest of the world. Where people are friendly and warm and where I can just be myself.” Jennlee is currently residing in New York with her husband whom she met at her first audition. Her musical journey continues. Vincy eZine | Volume 2 Issue 1
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LUNCH AT THE OLEANDER Review by Shennique Browne
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For starters, I tried the creamy vegetable soup. The savory soup arrived in about 10 minutes, was hot, thick, creamy and extremely tasty. It was more of a vegetable puree and I couldn’t tell what vegetable combinations were in it- which isn’t a bad thing in my book. I devoured my entire serving and was almost too full for my main course. Almost, but not quite.
Creamy vegetable soup
I tried the pan-seared fish as my main course. A modest serving of mahi-mahi was as tasty as ever. It was tender, well cooked, and the flavor combinations were complementary. It was served with mashed potatoes, fresh string beans, carrots, cherry tomatoes and a few slices of beet. A creamy vegetable and beet sauce was the finishing touch.
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The tiramisu was a perfect ending to the meal. It was a nice balance of coffee, cream and rum. The different textures worked together quite well. It was a little strong but I’m complaining. If alcohol is not your thing, you should probably try something else! Overall: The service was great. The staff was attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. My favorite was a toss-up between the vegetable soup and the tiramisu. I really couldn’t choose which one I liked better. I don’t care much for beet, so I didn’t enjoy the main course as much as I would have liked, but this is more of a personal quibble than a critique. I gave it a 4.5/5. Price Range: $15-$50
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The Power of a Woman W
omen tend to go through a lot more than men do, yet many of them come out strong in-spite of it! I’ve heard story after story of females who were sexually abused when they were young, and they still moved on and did great things with their lives. They take hits from every side. Magazines and commercials tell them that they are too fat. Fashion shows tell them that they don’t dress stylish enough. The Internet tells them that they need bigger butts and bigger boobs. Men tell them that they love them only to later hurt them; yet many bounce back from that. They go through physical and emotional pain sometimes on a monthly basis, yet so many of them can still smile. That’s power! But can someone please tell me why so many of them think they need to use their body and sexuality to get what they want? Many disturbing men have got
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women perform sexual favours in exchange for cell phones, jobs, money, or promotions at work. Some wear really short clothing and show cleavage to entice their bosses, just to get an increase in salary. They may get what they want, but how are they going to feel about themselves after? I see females posing in very provocative ways all over Twitter and Instagram and they get a ton of followers. Some of them are borderline, if not fully, naked. Some of these same individuals tweet about how men suck and that they can’t find a good man. Well DUH!!! If you use your body to get a man, then the man is going to be attracted to your body. If he realizes that he’s not getting your body, then he’s gone. If he gets your body, then it’s “mission accomplished” so it’s time to move on. Either way, he’s gone. So women, you can’t attract a man by using your body, and expect him to hang around. Your power isn’t
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by Ricky Hill in your body. Just like having sex with your boyfriend won’t make him stay. If he’s on his way out, then he’s on the way out. You may slow him down a little but he’s still going to leave. That just means that you gave your body to a man who doesn’t want you anymore. I read somewhere that “you better do all the things that he wants sexually or he will find a girl who will” and it’s that mind-set that can cause so much heartbreak and pain in women. They end up doing things they don’t want to do to keep a man. If he leaves anyway, then you feel disgusted with yourself. If he stays, then you feel compelled to keep doing those same things. It’s a lose-lose situation. Your power isn’t in your sexuality.
and thank their mother for helping them get where they are. You can shape a child’s life any way you want to. You can influence the whole world based on how you train your children. Think of many great people in history. Most of them had mothers who raised them and trained them to be the way they are.
side. We as men need your emotional decision making. YOUR POWER IS YOUR CHARACTER.
Who you are as a person is what dictates what happens in your life. Your ability to get and keep a man is not based on your body or your sexuality, but in your character. Sometimes when you see a guy YOUR POWER IS YOUR who left you end up with a girl EMOTION. who may not seem anywhere Many men go through life near as physically attractive hiding certain emotions, as you, it could be because and trying to act tough, but she has better character. As women let their emotions shallow as men may seem, in have a bigger impact on your the end, we just want a good decisions. When your emotions woman with good qualities. are mixed with your influence Your enticing may get you then you can cause positive extra money, but your hard results. The opposite is also work will get you a promotion true, so be careful. We as men you feel good about. Your tend to make decisions based body may get you Twitter on what seems to be the right followers, but your influence YOUR POWER IS YOUR thing to do. Sometimes we can change a nation. Your INFLUENCE. don’t even think, or care, about sexuality may get you A father hardly ever influences how our decision affects other attention, but your character people, and we need you to a child more than the mother. will get you a good man. bring us to reality. Every great Many famous people look back man has a great woman at his
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