Black Community Empowerment, Community Empowerment, Dating, Travel, Women Empowerment

Life and family: Six tips for a stress free summer

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It is the summertime and we hope the living is easy but sometimes the least expected happens. Families face all kinds of pressure during the summer time: the kids are bored; there’s not enough money to go on that perfect vacation; the job is stressing you out and you have no idea how prepared you or the kids will be by the time for everyone to go back to school and work when it’s all over. Luckily veteran holistic physician and author of The Emotion Code, Dr. Bradley Nelson, has tips to share on how to enjoy a stress-free summer.

Beating the Summertime (Stress) Blues

Even though summers are supposed to be relaxing, they can be stressful. In one survey, a third of Americans reported that they find themselves more stressed during the summer than any other season. Here are some of Dr. Nelson’s tips for enjoying a more relaxing summer:

1. Plan ahead and be flexible about your expectations, whether it’s summer activities for the kids or vacation plans. Everyone else has expectations and sometimes they won’t match with yours. Plan for spontaneity. If you allow the plans that others have to be a part of what brings you joy, you’ll have more fun as everyone shares ideas and activities. Be the one who makes the vacation fun for others and it will be more joyful for you.

2. Be aware of what your body needs. This includes healthy food, plenty of water, rest and exercise. So don’t throw your routines out the window when you’re on vacation. Get plenty of exercise so you’ll feel good. Continue eating healthy. You’ll feel better about yourself if you’re really taking care of your body.

3. Decide to take care of yourself emotionally. You may need specific things such as the emotional support of a spouse, a lunch date with a friend or even just some time alone. Decide how busy you want to be ­– or not be. Say “no” to trying to do too much if it interferes with your health, family time or if it feels like it’ll cause too much stress for you.

4. Communicate with love. If you’re feeling stressed by interactions with family or others, take a breather. You might go outside for a few minutes to get some fresh air. Be kind to everyone, including yourself. Give hugs. Make sure you’re not overreacting. None of us communicate perfectly. Try to see what others really mean, not just what they say. Give them the benefit of the doubt because it’s likely no offense was meant. Ask for clarification and react appropriately, with kindness, love and forgiveness. Some people really don’t have a handle on their behavior but it doesn’t have to affect how you feel or be your problem.

5. Choose Your Emotions: Most people have this mistaken belief that our emotions choose us; that we are at the mercy of whatever emotions we tend to start feeling. But the reality of it is, no matter what the circumstance is, we always are choosing our own emotions. It’s important to recognize that fact. You don’t always have control over what happens to you but you can choose to respond proactively.

6. Identify and release “trapped emotions,” unresolved feelings from past negative and traumatic events emotional baggage can cause us to make wrong assumptions, react emotionally and contribute to anxiety, depression and most forms of illness.

About Dr. Bradley Nelson

Dr. Bradley Nelson has lectured internationally on the natural healing of chronic illness and successfully treated patients from across the US and Canada for more than 20 years. Dr. Nelson has trained more than 3,200 practitioners worldwide on how to help people overcome unresolved anger, depression, anxiety, loneliness and other negative emotions and the physical symptoms associated them. He is one of the world’s foremost experts in the emerging fields of Bioenergetic Medicine and Energy Psychology. His bestselling book “The Emotion Code” is helping people all over the world to improve their lives. Download a free copy of The Emotion Code in both audio and .pdf versions, including step-by-step instructions for working with the body’s healing power at EmotionCodeGift.com or the app that works on iPhones, iPads and other Apple devices.

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June 2 lecture ‘Babel through Latin-American Jewish eyes’

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On Friday, June 2, artist Mirta Kupferminc and psychoanalyst Tova Shvartzman will discuss art, Judaism and psychoanalysis in conversations with University of Maryland professor Saul Sosnowski, at the Library of Congress. The lecture and short film will take place at noon, in Dining Room A on the sixth floor of the Library’s James Madison Memorial Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington D.C.

The event is free and open to the public.  Tickets are not needed.

Kupferminc is director of “LABA-BA: Laboratorio de Arte y Cultura Judía” and Shvartzman is its director of content.  The program, which supports artists’ fellowship programs in Argentina, is based on “ LABA: A Laboratory for Jewish Culture” at the 14th Street Y in New York, where a mix of visual artists, writers, dancers, musicians and actors are brought together to study classic Jewish texts in a non-religious, open setting. Kupferminc will share her recent works including a video presented in Venice during the commemoration of the 500 years of the Venetian Ghetto and images for her site-specific installation in the third Jerusalem Biennale in Israel. The installation, “Traduttore-Traditore” represents a destroyed Tower of Babel. Shvartzman, a writer, poet and psychoanalyst by profession, will discuss the Tower of Babel, as it appears in the Bible, in conjunction with “The Library of Babel,” by Jorge Luis Borges.

Moreover, Sosnowski, professor of Latin American Literature and Culture at the University of Maryland at College Park, will moderate the panel.  He has written many books including “Borges and the Kabbalah: Paths to the Word” (images by Kupferminc and text by Sosnowski). The program is sponsored by the Library’s Hebrew Language Table and the Hispanic Division, in cooperation with the Embassy of Argentina. Visit loc.gov for more information.

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Wine and food pairings [ infographic] surprisingly delicious and unusual

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Do you know how many foods go great with wine? We here to tell you about the foods you least expect to go great with wine. Why? Because we enjoy wine pairings and the health benefits of wine, particularly red wine. Save and book this ’15 unusual wine & food pairings’ infographic so you can know which food items to get along with your wine the name time you go grocery shopping.

15 unusual wine and food pairings [ infographic]

Looking at the wine and food pairings infographic below, here are the ones we think you can enjoy this summer out of the list below:

The entree wine pairings

  • Salmon Burger with a Greek Santorini Assytriko
  • Venison with a Riesling ( make sure the venison is pan-seared)
  • Sushi with a Sparkling Rose …so good! The smell of fruit with fresh seafood is heavenly.
  • Tacos!  The spices and assortment of meat with vegetables just goes perfect with a red wine.


    View Interactive Version
    (via Mr.Gamez).

Share this wine and food pairings [ infographic] with friends and family to keep in mind for summer parties. It will not only make for fun conversations during wine tasting but also it’s fun to just try something new. Your taste buds will thank you and you just may make a few new friends along the way. Let Fromgirltogirl know about your favorites, by liking us on our Facebook page and leaving us a message. Happy to receive your recipes, photos and videos from your wine parties as well. Let us know if you would like us to share on social media. We love spreading the word on awesome food and recipes, especially when we can eat and drink for our health. You may also be interested in following us on Instagram for an inside look at our daily lives – fitness, healthy eating, fashion and more.  Enjoy!

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Best of high tech wedding gifts: The Nucleus Alexa enabled home intercom

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Wedding season is approaching and it is time to select the perfect gift for new couples. No matter the time of year, a high-tech gadget that keeps loved ones closer is always a favorite and highly memorable wedding gift. Nucleus , an Alexa-enabled home intercom device, is  a tech gadget that brings loved ones closer together, whether they’re downstairs or across the country. Its full-touchscreen intercom can be mounted or propped anywhere to create instant points of audio and video communication between rooms, homes, or mobile-to-home with its smartphone app. This is the reason why it’s on our list of favorite wedding gifts to give.

About the Nucleus Design

Nucleus is designed to be simple and intuitive so that anyone, at any age, can use it – from grandparents to kids – just tap the device you want to connect with and you’re there instantly. It is also voice-enabled with Alexa Voice technology so you can stream music, add items to a grocery list, check the weather and much more. All you have to do is ask.  And that in itself makes it a perfect gift for busy couples that travel often, have out-of-state relatives, or are planning to expand the family soon. Yes, the Nucleus is a perfect baby monitor.

Product Highlights of Nucleus

  • Nucleus connects to other devices over Wi-Fi or via an Ethernet cable.

  • Nucleus pairs with a smartphone app for iOS and Android, so that users can access their device from any location from anywhere in the world.

  • Users can take control over their privacy with features for do not call (turns off ringer) do not disturb (ring to answer) as well as a physical camera shutter for added privacy. You can also toggle Alexa on/off.

Where to Buy Nucleus

Nucleus retails at $199 and can be purchased in Lowe’s stores across the country, on Amazon.com, or Nucleuslife.com.

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Why the Trump Administration should support successful clean car standards

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WASHINGTON (March 15, 2017) – Trump administration today announced it will re-open a review of common-sense automobile pollution standards for model years 2022-2025, which are instrumental to the rejuvenation of America’s automotive manufacturing sector and could drive down fuel costs for consumers.

Bob Keefe, executive director of the national, nonpartisan business group Environmental Entrepreneurs (E2) has said:

“You have to wonder what is motivating the Trump administration to drive such a successful, Made-in-America policy into a ditch. It’s simply reckless and irresponsible, and will once again put America in the rearview mirror of foreign automakers that will be glad to dominate the market for the next generation of more efficient vehicles.”

E2 was founded by business people who helped advocate for the country’s first greenhouse gas emissions limits for vehicles, which were passed by the state of California in 2002 and became the foundation for the federal emissions standards. California’s groundbreaking legislation helped spur innovation in the auto and fuels industries – creating thousands of jobs – and ultimately helped advance widespread adoption of hybrid, electric and alternative fuels vehicles.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, more than 259,000 Americans now work in clean vehicle production. Those jobs, along with hundreds of millions of dollars saved through fuel efficiency by businesses and consumers alike, are now at risk because of the Trump administration’s shortsighted actions, says Keefe. These same standards are helping spur production of the modern-day auto industry’s most efficient vehicles  while saving consumers and businesses money. This clean car industry is also creating hundreds of thousands of jobs and reducing pollution along the way.

More background on E2

  • This E2 fact sheet on clean vehicle jobs in America is based on U.S. Department of Energy research. Among the 259,000 Americans who work in the clean vehicles sector, 112,000 work in hybrid EVs; 44,000 in plug-in hybrids; 44,000 in natural gas vehicles; 42,000 in EVs; and 17,000 in hydrogen and fuel-cell vehicles.
  • Social media graphics highlighting clean vehicle jobs data are here, here, and here.
  • More than 250 business leaders who support fuel efficiency standards signed this September 2016 E2 letter.
  • March 2016 “Clean Jobs America” report (Page 9) has details on how fuel efficiency standards help create jobs.

About Environmental Entrepreneurs (E2)

Environmental Entrepreneurs (E2) is a national, nonpartisan group of business leaders, investors, and professionals from every sector of the economy who advocate for smart policies that are good for the economy and good for the environment. Our members have founded or funded more than 2,500 companies, created more than 600,000 jobs, and manage more than $100 billion in venture and private equity capital. For more information, see e2.org or follow us on Twitter at @e2org.

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‘Ask Bree Anything’ Podcast Starts: Episode 1

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Thrilled to announce that Fromgirltogirl has started its podcast series ‘Ask Bree Anything’ which will touch on topics of health, business, social, culture and relationship development. To make sure the podcast is readily available to all you can find it on the following platforms:

Subscribe to Fromgirltogirl on Youtube

Fromgirltogirl on Zcast

Fromgirltogirl on Soundcloud

And don’t forget to catch ‘Ask Bree Anything’ on Facebook Live, Sundays at 8pm EST:

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New Library Publication: Italian Art of Papermaking | Library of Congress

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The Arab art of papermaking by hand came to the Italian peninsula in the 13th century, a time when the city of Fabriano was well-positioned to become the heart of the artisan craft. Published by the Library of Congress in association with Oak Knoll Press, “Fabriano: City of Medieval and Renaissance Papermaking” by Sylvia Rodgers Albro describes the role that this Italian city played in the craft.

Albro, a senior paper conservator at the Library of Congress, details technical advancements introduced in Fabriano, including machinery and equipment, use of watermarks and improvements in the physical processes of papermaking.  As a result of these innovations, Fabriano and other centers in Italy developed along similar lines. Italian hand-made paper was unrivaled in Europe from the 14th to the 18th centuries. The lustrous white sheets were favored by merchants and artists like Michelangelo, princes and popes and a growing international clientele. Many books, prints and manuscripts made with Italian paper from this time period have survived in remarkably pristine condition, retaining qualities still imitated by modern papermakers.

Albro analyzes the conditions that have kept Fabriano’s papermaking industry so successful since the medieval period, while other areas ceased production. More than half of the book’s 230 illustrations—from rare books, prints, drawings, maps and manuscripts from the 13th to 19th centuries—are from the Library’s collections. “Fabriano” was published with support from the Library’s first John W. Kluge Staff Fellowship and a publication grant from the Samuel H. Kress Foundation.  The “Fabriano” book with 230 illustrations is available for $95 in the Library of Congress Shop, 10 First St. S.E., Washington, D.C., 20540-4985. Learn more about ordering the book by calling (888) 682-3557 or visiting loc.gov/shop/.

About The Library of Congress

The Library of Congress is the world’s largest library, offering access to the creative record of the United States – and extensive materials from around the world – both on site and online. It is the main research arm of the U.S. Congress and the home of the U.S. Copyright Office. Explore collections, reference services and other programs and plan a visit at loc.gov, access the official site for U.S. federal legislative information at congress.gov and register creative works of authorship at copyright.gov.

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Great Local Event: All-Day Series of Talkson Geographic Information Systems

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The Library of Congress will celebrate GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Day on Nov. 16 with an all-day series of talks on the use of GIS technology in the federal government, the private sector, academia and K-12 schools. The discussions will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 16, in the reading room of the Library’s Geography and Map Division, on the basement level of the James Madison Memorial Building, 101 Independence Ave. S.E., Washington, D.C.  Tickets are not required for this event, which is free and open to the public. A Geographic Information System is a computer system for storing, analyzing, manipulating and displaying digital data that is linked to positions on the Earth’s surface.  GIS provides the modern basis for digital geographic analysis and map-making. GIS Day is held during Geography Awareness Week (Nov. 13-19)—an annual, global celebration of GIS technology, with events held by organizations around the world.  Formally started in 1999, GIS Day aims to provide a forum to promote the benefits of GIS research, demonstrate real-world applications of GIS and foster open idea-sharing and growth in the GIS community.

The Library’s morning session will include presentations from high-school and university students and recent graduates showcasing their environmentally-focused GIS research.  The morning will also feature talks on the use of GIS in the federal government and by non-profit organizations and will highlight career opportunities in the growing field of GIS. The afternoon session will focus on GIS activities and resources throughout the Capitol Hill complex.  Cartographers, GIS analysts and library technicians from the Library’s Geography and Map Division and the Library’s Congressional Research Service will discuss ongoing projects and services.  These are designed to broaden the availability of geospatial data and provide GIS analysis and custom cartography to Congress.  The afternoon also will feature talks from congressional aides using GIS to visualize geographic data and inform constituents of policy issues and news through digital cartography. The program will conclude with tours of the Geography and Map Division’s collections, including rare cartographic treasures. Learn more about the schedule as well as information about the Library of Congress’ largest and most comprehensive collection of maps and atlases in the world, some 5.4 million cartographic items that date from the 14th century to the present time by visiting loc.gov.

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A look into the Rembo Styling 2017 Bridal Collection

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Are you a bride-to-be or know one? The Rembo Styling 2017 bridal collection is a bride’s dream bridal collection. Think of the Rembo girl who is a dynamic, free dreamer with no boundaries for happiness. Her bohemian chic style is a natural extension of who she is – pure, unique, enjoying life to the fullest in a spontaneous way. So what is so great about the Rembo Styling 2017 Bridal Collection? It is all about the knitwear and accessories from fine cashmere, mohair, and lace to offer brides a boho-alternative to traditional bridal options. The collection is designed with passion in Belgium and made with love in Portugal. Here is your sneak peek:

ABOUT REMBO STYLING

Rembo Styling is a division of the Marylise & Rembo Fashion Group, a Belgian family business celebrating 90 years in bridal fashion. Designed in Belgium, all gowns are made in Portugal, where the Rembo Group uses innovative technology and artisanal craft to produce luxurious, affordable, bridal gowns and accessories. Today, the company is run by fourth generation brand-heiresses Chiara De Vlieger and Victoria Wilden, hand in hand with their creative partner, Ruth Donne. Follow Rembo Styling on Instagram and visit Rembo-Styling.com for more information.

 

 

 

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Shipping down from Boston: Legendary Boston Pizzeria to open at Arlington’s Lee Heights Shops

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Best DC pizzerias for date night.
If you are searching for a perfect date night restaurant, try this delicious and cozy pizzeria.

Exciting news! Boston’s legendary Upper Crust Pizzeria will open its doors next week at Arlington’s Lee Heights Shops. The pizzeria famous for its enormous, crispy pies and farm-to-pizza toppings,and named one of America’s five Greenest Pizzerias for its eco-friendly practices and products will make a home in the DC metro area.

While its celebrity clientele, Hollywood appeal and cutting-edge advertising campaigns are certainly inspiring, it’s the stellar reviews across the web and blogosphere that really set them apart. Impressively, they consistently land 4 and 5 star reviews in every class including food, customer service and decor. The company was founded in 2001 in Boston’s historic Beacon Hill neighborhood, and since then it’s been serving crowd pleasing pizza to people who “crave something unique, delicious and extraordinary.”

Its pizza has won several awards, received many accolades and has enjoyed continuous international acclaim. “Our top-secret recipe is one of the keys to our success – but it’s no secret that we always use the freshest local ingredients available,” states the pizzeria. Pizza lovers come back for more after their first visit because the food is “Never canned and never frozen, most of the toppings arrive from farm-to-pizza within 24 hours.” Best of all the pizzeria is open 7 days a week and The Upper Crust offers dine-in, take-out and delivery service with a full menu of “wicked fancy” pizzas, calzones, salads, appetizers and much more.

The Lee Heights Shops offers free parking and is conveniently in North Arlington for those taking the metro. Look for the colorful awnings in the 4500 block of Lee Highway between Old Dominion Drive and Lorcom Lane to find this new DC treasure. Visit The Upper Crust Pizzeria website to check out the menu and learn more.


The Upper Crust Pizzeria
Lee Heights Shops
4514 Lee Highway
Arlington, VA 22207
Tel: (703) 527-9000

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