LindarInsights: November 2010

Author Spotlight Nikki Coe

The Girl Behind the Mask - Mikaila B. Sapp

Today I saw a posting on Facebook and Twitter by Dr. Marvin Sapp and I became immediately excited. His 13 year old daughter had a book signing this weekend in Michigan. The book, entitled The Girl Behind The Mask, was written while Mikaila's mother Dr. MaLinda Sapp battled cancer.

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Mikaila Sapp Writes Memoir

Happy Thanksgiving

Just a note to say thanks for all of your support this year.

I hope that you have an amazingly wonderful

Happy Thanksgiving

EDC Creations - Creating a Thanksgiving Pact for YOU

Creating a Thanksgiving Pact for You

Get the Look: Burlesque - Milani Cosmetics

Get the Look:

Christina Aguilera’s Burlesque Transformation

Milani Cosmetics offers tips and tricks to get the songstress’ sultry, theatrical looks from the upcoming film Burlesque.

Lips – For a bold, matte look lacquer your lips with Milani’s HD Lipstick (Retail, $7.99) in Candy Apple. For a brighter look with more shine, use Milani’s Lip Flash Pencil (Retail, $6.99) in Hot Flash.

Face – To get Christina’s flawless porcelain look, use Milani’s HD Advanced Concealer (Retail, $7.99) to cover up any discoloration or blemishes. Then use Milani’s Smooth Finish Cream-to-Powder (Retail, $8.49) for an all over finish. Sweep top of cheekbones with Milani’s Mineral Blush (Retail, $6.49) in Mai-Tai.

Eyes - Use Milani's Eye Tech Liquid Eyeliner (Retail, $7.99) in Black to line the top of the lash line. Do a small quick sweep at the outside corner of the eyes for a dramatic winged look. Top the lids off using Milani's Runway Eyes Fashion Shadows (Retail, $8.99) in Backstage Basics. Then use Milani's Liquif'eye Eyeliner (Retail, $6.99) on the lower lash line and carefully smudge with a q-tip. Finish the look off with Milani's Power Lash Mascara (Retail, $6.49).

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More So Than Ever

For weeks, maybe months, I have had a lot on my mind. Each day I try to find balance in what I need to do for me, for my sons, for my home, for my students, for my family, for my church, and for my friends. Whew!!!! It can all be too much. I could say that it's a lot for a single parent, but to be honest if I was in a relationship he would just be added to the list of "what I need to do for". So I will just say that it's a lot period.

One of my favorite scriptures puts it all in perspective for me. Luke 12:48 (New International Version) tells us

48 But the one who does not know and does things deserving punishment will be beaten with few blows. From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked.

God has given me so much not just over the years but period. What I am most thankful for is having a mother who taught and continues to teach me daily to pray without ceasing. I am probably one of the most hopeful people I know. I remember being a little girl and an older cousin would always tell me to stop believing in the "happy ending". Although she is gone on to glory I have never ever forgotten that she said that to me.

But you know what? I believe in the "happy ending" because my bible tells me that every good and perfect gift comes from heaven. My bible tells me that all things are working together for my good. My bible tells me that I will reap if I faint not. In the face of adversity I am telling the enemy that I am not fainting. That I will continue to press for all of the good things that God has in store for me.

More so than ever I am realizing that I was born to do great things for God. I was born to worship God. I was born to have faith in God. If my grandmothers had and have the faith and praised God. If my aunts have the faith and praise God. If my mother has the faith and praises God. Then it is has fallen on me to have the faith and to praise Him. Again I go back to the scripture - to whom much is given, much is required.

This wasn't even the direction of this blog. It just went it's own way. See, I believe that God is doing something incredible in my life, and in my sons lives, that eyes have not seen and ears have not heard. I believe that God is working somethings out for our good. I wish my cousin was here to see me live out the "happy ending". It's coming to pass. God said it and that's enough for me.

"F" YOU! Ft. Cee Lo Green and Pastor Mike Scruggs.mov

Last week at LOW was incredibly awesome!!! Here is what our pastor had to say - On behalf of all of my Light of the World family here's a brief recap of the newest "F" word at the "Light House".

RT @IyanlaVanzant: Lack of focus means you can find a million reasons not to do what you say you want to do.

INTERNATIONAL MEN'S DAY - NOVEMBER 19, 2010

FATHERHOOD AND MEN'S ISSUES PUBLISHER AND JOURNALIST AND PHILADELPHIA NATIVE, DIANE A. SEARS, TAPPED AS UNITED STATES COORDINATOR FOR 2010 INTERNATIONAL MEN'S DAY

Lea Journo Cosmetique | Launch on QVC 11/19

Lea Journo Cosmetique to Launch on

QVC November 19th

Hairstylist to the stars, Lea Journo is known for her expertise in styling A-list coifs such as Orlando Bloom, Brad Pitt, Kate Bosworth, Zoe Saldana and Katie Cassidy. The Parisian beauty maven’s self-branded product line, available exclusively at Macy’s, is set to make its on-air debut on QVC on November 19th at 12pm PST/ 3pm EST.

For additional information, please visit www.leajourno.com or contact B|W|R Public Relations.

David Miller - Raising Him Alone

Greetings!

Thanksgiving is almost here! Like many of you, I will be cooking dinner and inviting in friends and family for the weekend. After all the dishes are washed and food stored away, Black Books Weekend will start for me. I hope you will join me for four days of author readings, games and chat sessions. We have four marvelous gift bags for the bookclubs with the most members to join us on BAN Radio.

Follow our Black Pearls Blog DAILY for all the details, HERE. If you are looking for the next great gift book, don't hesitate visiting our online book and gift shop, HERE.

Happy Holidays!

Ella Curry, EDC Creations Media Group

David Miller

Raising Him Alone

As The Day Wears On - Collab with Yah

As the day wears on I get tired and tired
The world get more dangerous
And I hate to say it, but sometimes I wish I wasn't in it

I'm not trying to sound crazy but at one point the world will be destroyed
Everything that we now know
Will no longer know it's existence

Just because of people, power, and politics
and the need to be 1up on each other
We'll never be truly one whole unit
Attempting just to make it right

Some of the things can be in the dark
You can always wake up to a brighter day

Just some of my thoughts
As the day wears on

(This was a collaboration with one of my students, who is a boxer and aspiring vocalist. We wrote "As The Day Wears On" on 11.11.10)

RT @jamalhbryant: Message from Michael Vick vol.1: after people have dogged you out, you can still fly like an eagle! #FB

Jonathan Nelson feat Purpose - Expect The Great (Official Video)

Jet Set Glamour - Lea Journo

JET SET GLAMOUR

The Best Kept Secrets Travel with You

This holiday season share your best kept beauty secret with your friends, family and loved ones. Stylist to the stars Lea Journo releases her new Bon Voyage Travel Kit (Retail: $42.00), which is the perfect gift for anyone who wants to look glamorous on the go (or keep it for yourself)!

The travel-sized products will leave hair looking far from jet-lagged, with the perfect combination of shine, volume, and manageability.

The Bon Voyage Travel Kit includes:

• 1 Gorgeous Glam Silver Travel Bag

• 1 Hydra-Riche Hydrating Shampoo 2 oz

• 1 Hydra-Riche Hydrating Conditioner 2 oz

• 1 Pouf Volumizing Spray 3 oz

• 1 Mirroir Glossing Cream 2.2 oz

Available for purchase at leajourno.com or your local Macy's Department Store

EDC Creations - Take Pride In Being A Black Woman

Take Pride In Being A Black Woman

True Confessions by Electa Rome Parks

Andrea Foy

Innervision Books

Daughter of the Game

Milani Cosmetics - What's Your Make-Up Personality

WHAT’S YOUR MAKEUP PERSONALITY?

Au Natural, Glamazon, or Avant-garde?

Milani Cosmetics has the looks to suit your style

Are you simple like Jennifer? Glam like Beyonce? Or edgy like Lady Gaga? Milani Cosmetics has a variety of essential products to help you achieve your signature look.

Simple Style:

Use Milani Cosmetics HD Advanced Concealer (Retail, $6.99) for skin perfection. Then use Milani’s HD Advanced Lip Color (Retail, $7.99) in Modern Mauve for a classic finish.

Glam Goddess:

Use Milani’s Baked Bronzer (Retail, $8.99) for a glamorous glow. Finish the look off with dramatic eyes using Milani’s Liquif’eye Mettallic Eyeliner (Retail, $6.99) in Black.

Living on the Edge:

Make your lips POP! using Milani’s Lip Flash pencil in Hot Flash (Retail, $6.99). Then show your inner rock star with Milani’s Crystal Eyez Shadow (Retail, $7.49) in Green or Milani’s Neon Specialty Nail Lacquer (Retail, $4.99) in Orange Graph.