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Thankful Thursday

Hello Friends and Happy

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This week I am thankful for:

 receiving a good-for-the-soul sermon on Sunday at Church

 recognition by FabulousAfter40.com – “Glam Gal of the Week

 mammogram results were good

 1st College Tour and I didn’t embarrass my son in public

tonight’s “Alfred Hitchcock Presents” Marathon on AntennaTV

tomorrow is the 1st day of the most thankful month of the year

getting an extra hour of sleep on Sunday (end of Daylight Savings Time

my health, family, friends and of course my faith

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I’ve had this scarf for several years and I am thankful that I kept it!

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Black Suede Booties that I am thankful are comfortable – Burlington Coat Factory

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Thankful for a beautiful Autumn Day

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Thankfully thrifted both the black maxi skirt and  faux wrap top from GW Boutique (Goodwill)

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Wrap Around Bracelet – Boscov’s // Watch – Avon

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Okay, it’s your turn – what are you thankful for this week?

Linking up today at Katherine’s Corner so come on over and find some tasty recipes to kick off the Holiday (eating) Season!

 Happy Halloween – Smooches!

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Fabulous After 40 Feature

Hello Friends and Happy Hump Day Wednesday!

I was recently featured on the website “Fabulous After 40”, and chosen as “Glam Gal of the Week”, (click the link to read in case you missed it.)

I was also selected along with two other ladies who we weren’t afraid to wear the color red after the age of 40. The red sheath dress that I was wearing was received from eShakti as a product review.  Sheath dresses are my favorite styles and even with the the change in weather they will remain forefront in my closet.

WIWW In today’s outfit I am wearing a color blocked sleeveless sheath dress from Avon.  I gave the outfit an edgier look with the pleather jacket thrifted from GW Boutique (Goodwill), studded booties and stud and spike accessories.

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Remember when I purchased this Spike Necklace/Earring Set on my birthday at Rugged Wearhouse for a $1.00 on clearance?

WIWW  Stud & Buckle Booties – Ross

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House of Dereon Bag – Burlington Coat Factory

Last Friday I also wore a color block sleeveless sheath dress purchased from Ross with a pair of suede over-the-knee boots and long knit sweater. 

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These pictures were taken at at Camera’s Etc in Newark (pardon the drunken eyes)

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I believe these rhinestone embellished boots were also purchased a few seasons ago from Ross.

WIWW As you can see, I have no intentions of putting away my sleeveless sheath dresses anytime soon.

How about you, what are your wardrobe items that you’ll wear in any season?


I was inspired by Transatlantic Blonde in wearing footless tights with a dress,  and they were purchased at Target.  

Today I am linking up with What I Wore Wednesday with The Pleated Poppy, come on over and meet some new bloggers.

DON’T FORGET – TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO ENTER THE SWEEPSTAKES TO WIN THE LEONISA MEN’S SHAPEWEAR (STOCKING STUFFER)

Have a fantabulous day – Smooches!

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Delaware State University ~ College Tour

Hello Friends and Happy Monday

The weekend’s weather definitely made it officially Fall with frost blanketing the grass and the sun’s rays piercing through the colorful Autumn leaves. Saturday morning we were up early to drive 30 minutes south down to Dover…my shortest commute of the week! Our youngest, a senior in High School who just shrugs his shoulders when asked where he wants to attend college, knows that it will be somewhere so we decided to start close to home.

Delaware State University

I graduated from Del State with a BS degree in Elementary Education in 1983, and hubby with the same in 1981, (after transferring from the University of Delaware, so we would love for him to attend our Alma Mater.

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Early before the 9:00 am start time, Memorial Hall Gymnasium was packed with parents, their sons and daughters attending the Fall Open House, all talking or listening to the faculty reps about the various programs offered at Delaware State University. Our son hasn’t decided on a major but was interested in Health & Public Policy as well as Hospitality & Tourism Management but we ended up taking the tour with the “Undecided” group.

Thinking that both his parents have a degree in Education, and neither one of us still teaches, he thinks he has plenty of time to declare a major, reminding me of the sitcom “A Different World“.

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The opening program began with the singing of the National Anthem, followed by performances by the DSU Approaching Storm Marching Band and Cheerleaders.  Welcome addresses from DSU President, Dr. Harry Williams, Dr. Alton Thompson and Mr. Atkins and finally by Mr. and Miss DSU.

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We broke into groups according to Majors to walk the campus and to visit the Departmental buildings starting at the Library, then on to the EH Building, the gym, Radio Station, a Co-Ed Dormitory, and ending with lunch in the Dining Hall.

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There were so many memories that came flooding back as hubby and I walked and talked about our days at Del State.  We were pointing out various locations to our son, but you know he didn’t appear overly interested and just wanted to leave, but overall I think he enjoyed it. Once we got home he was very interested in checking his SAT scores, so, all in all, it was definitely worth it because he is at least thinking about attending DSU.

Delaware State University is an HBCU that was once named The State College for Colored Students.  DSU was established on May 15, 1891, and is rich in African American history as evidenced throughout the campus.

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Loockerman Hall was a stop on the Underground Railroad

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Of course we couldn’t leave without a stop at my Sorority’s Plot – Sigma Gamma Rho

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Our next college tour will be at Wesley College also in Dover on the 19th of November.

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All Day Energy Greens

This is a sponsored post for All Day Energy Greens, an IVL Product.  For more information please read my Disclosure Statement located in the top tab.

Hello Friends and Happy Sunday

As we get older our bodies starts to change, some changes are for the better others not so much. The metabolism slows down as well as the digestive track especially if you don’t eat the FDA’s Recommended Daily Amounts of fruits and vegetables.

I love fruits and veggies and eat them everyday but I know it’s not nearly enough so I have to include vitamin supplements.  When IVL Products partnered with Sverve I immediately signed up to be part of the campaign.  I knew that I needed to add more fruits and vegetables to my diet and this would be an excellent opportunity in which to do so with All Day Energy Greens.  Using the 2 week supply as an add-in to my morning Green Shakes and Smoothies would give me the boost that I needed.

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I must admit that the taste wasn’t as pleasant as I would have liked and it made me a little gassy, but for what it’s worth, I was as regular as a new wound watch for 2 weeks!

I also liked the convenience of the individual packs this little green drink comes in because when running late in the morning, I would just throw a pack into my purse and dash out the door.  Once in the office I would use my shaker bottle or portable blender to mix it in with juice, water/ice or just with plain yogurt.  

The best part of the two week trial was that I lost 3 lbs without altering my diet or exercising!  #winning  

If you are like me and need to find a way to add more fruits and vegetables to your diet, try All Day Energy Greens – stay healthy!

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Delaware State University College Tour

Hello Friends and Happy Saturday

By the time you read this hubby and I will be in Dover on the campus of our Alma Mater, Delaware State (College) University with our youngest son.

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You can only imagine all the emotions that I might be experiencing right now…whoa…just the thought of hubby and I walking “The Yard” 30 years ago…and now today walking it with our “baby boy” ….break out the tissues!  

I’ll take plenty of pictures and try to stay focused in order to document the day, and not reminiscence of my past days at DSC – Class of ’83!

But in the meantime, I hope you are having a Super Saturday – Smooches! 

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Casual Friday – Autumn Attire

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In Delaware it is officially Autumn, the temps have dropped considerably (in the 50’s) and hubby even turned on the heat which I am definitely not happy about!

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This sleeveless top was thrifted from GW Boutique (Goodwill) and the slacks were purchase a few seasons ago at Boscov’s.  Asymmetrical sweater was purchased either at TJMaxx or Marshall’s also a few seasons ago.

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Put on a sweater if you are cold – “don’t turn on the ding dang dong heat – man!”  Can you tell that I am a miser – heck you can even call me Scrooge!

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Pumps // Avon

I love the fact that Avon has really “stepped up” their shoe game because not only are they cute but they are also extremely comfortable!

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Have you started wearing your Autumn Attire?

It snowed in upstate New York and Ohio so soon I will be wearing sweaters, hats, scarves and gloves – I am so not ready but maybe this year, hubby will be able to use his snow blower!

Have a fantabulous afternoon/evening – Smooches!

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Crocktober – Cajun Chicken & Shrimp

Hello Friends and Happy Fri-Yay!

Today’s Crocktober Foodie Feature is Cajun Chicken (of course) AND Shrimp

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 Ingredients:

  • 1 pound skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 large onion
  • 1 can stewed tomatoes – undrained and chopped
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound shelled shrimp, deveined and cleaned
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Hot Sauce to taste
  • 1 cup of prepared rice
  • * diced red pepper and celery rib can also be included

Spray Crock Pot with cooking oil

Place chicken thighs in Crock Pot, top with onion, garlic, tomatoes with juice, paprika, pepper, sugar, and Cajun seasoning

Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours – depending on Slow Cooker

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In the last hour of cooking add the shrimp, lemon juice and hot sauce.

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Serve over hot cooked rice

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It is always great to come home to a fully cooked meal with a wonderful aroma.

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Thankful Thursday

Hello Friends and Happy

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 This week I am thankful for:

recognition for being a volunteer instructor for The Money School of Delaware

spent time with a new friend working on her blog

 Annual Mammogram completed

 #1 son possible enrollment into college courses at UD

#2 son received approval on his Senior Project topic

took time to read my Essence Magazine

my health, family, friends and of course my faith

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Moving more into Autumn attire with a Maxi Skirt from Boscov’s

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Thrifted blouse and belt from Goodwill and Wedge Shoes from Kmart

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Collection of arm candy and earrings – jewelry box  // Serpent Ring – Avon

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Okay, it’s your turn, what are you thankful for?

Linking up today with Style elixar– come on over and meet some other fashionistas and enter her $100 Gift Card Giveaway.  

Have a fantabulous day – Smooches!

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Monday Mammogram

“Good morning, please take off everything from the top, then put on this gown with the opening in the front”

Yes, that’s the phrase I hear from the friendly technician when it’s time for my annual mammogram and on Monday at 7:30 am I had my 12th.

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Have you noticed any changes to your breasts?”

No”

Have you felt any lumps or experienced soreness in your breasts?”

No”

Do you have on any deodorant?”

No”

 Okay, are you ready?”

“Yes”

let’s start with the right side first….left arm down…grip here…move up a little closer…you’ll feel a little pressure…okay hold it…now relax.”

Next it’s from a different angle, then repeated on the left side.

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This is the only conversation we have while having my breasts moved, lifted, adjusted then flattened between two plates to be imaged.

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For all my years of having mammograms, I can honestly say, it’s never really hurt, uncomfortable, yes, but not overly painful.  I have always scheduled my exam during Breast Cancer Awareness Month as a big reminder to have it done – no excuses or memory lapses.

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Sadly, far too many women refuse to have a mammogram because of the preconceived notion that there will be unbearable pain involved, trust me, the pain of not going can be far worse.

I have lost an aunt and cousin to Breast Cancer and have several other cousins who are Breast Cancer survivors, so I know it’s better to be checked and uncomfortable for 15 minutes than not at all.  

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Have I ever been called back after a mammogram?

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Yes, and it was nerve-wracking to say the least, but nothing was found. It was just the density of the breast, the angle of the image or noticeable calcification on the x-ray, which is why you are asked not to wear deodorant before the exam.  Most deodorants/antiperspirants contain aluminum which is very similar to microcalcifiactions, which is an early indication of breast cancer. 

 

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I had my first Mammogram at the age of 40, however, it is now suggested that women, especially African American women begin at the age of 35. If you have any questions or need additional information, please check out www.cancer.org.  

Early detection is key, however, when women are not vigilant in doing monthly self breast exams or having an annual mammogram the survival rates decrease.  Triple Negative Breast Cancer is now the most dangerous form of breast cancer and is prevalent among African American women.   Treatment for it can kill or even cause another form of cancer to appear, Robin Roberts is a survivor of Triple Negative Breast Cancer.

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Do Breast Self Exams Monthly – The Best Protection is Early Detection! 

P&G has a new Downloadable Phone app that aids in early cancer detection, so try it out today.

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