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Fight Against Domestic Violence Benefit Concert & "Black Stlettos" Fashion Show

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Message from Organizers

Dear Friends,

The Women of the Windy City are looking for women to join them and take a stand in bringing awareness against domestic violence on October 26. Domestic Violence has claim the lives of many women and will continue to claim women lives until we come together to empower women to fight back.

I’m honored to have Mayor Sherman C. Jones to support this cause to prevent Domestic Violence from taking the lives of young women in his community and surrounding community. I’m reaching out to all Directors of Youth programs for girls. The time has come for us to come together from all communities and become a powerful force.

I’m asking for us to network together by supporting each others youth programs to continue in making a difference in our communities. It’s my prayer and vision to see African American women put aside their differences and take their rightful stand in leadership. We are the present role models for the future young women of tomorrow. We are the women that young women see and hear for once let them see us unite and become as one.

This event will not be successful without your support in being present at the “Black Stilettos” Fashion Show. Please join me as I tell my story of silence against Domestic Violence alone with my friends guest models from Miss Black Illinois.

You can purchase your tickets on www.womenofthewindycity.com  or www.eventbrite.com Friends of Sherman Jones. Tickets: $45.00 includes VIP seating, one free drink, food, or $35.00 includes General seating, food, and cash bar. Group discount tickets available 10 or more contact Angelia @630-886-6615

5:30-6:30pm Red Carpet, 6:30-7:30pm Award& Fashion Show, 8:00-10:00pm Concert.

This is a event you do not want to miss bringing a positive image and message to the media.

3 Year Old Riley is Loving Her Natural Hair Twist Out

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Happy Hump Day Everybody,

I was recently chatting with one of my fabulous friends about her daughter embracing her natural hair and, We came to the realization that teaching our little girls to embrace their hair needs to be a top priority. I’ve been having a similar conversation with my younger sister about her lovely locks. She’s been encountering a bit of criticizim from kids at school about her afro puff ( I think it’s fierce but those little pesky kids say otherwise).

The truth of the matter is that kids can be cruel and pictures of kinky hair aren’t as prevalent as pictures of straight hair. I’m a fan of straight and kinky hair but what I’m not cool with is beautiful little girls feeling like their not pretty because their hair isn’t a certain way.

I found this cute little video that may help you start the conversation with your toddler about her beautiful kinky coif. Please share and pass along.

Six Brown Chick’s Presents

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MommyMakinMoves is gearing up for the flood of Spring events. Expect to see us everywhere. Don’t be afraid to speak!

Hope to see you at the “50 Most Wanted Women of Distinction” event Hosted by Six Brown Chicks at Red Kiva this Thursday.

Gifts and Opportunities: Put Your Best Qualities on Blast

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One of my mentors once told me that my gifts would make room for me. You cant keep Your goods to yourself!!!! Let the world know you’re out here and you mean business.

1.)Recognizing your own gifts is the first step. (What makes you happy and comes natural to you?)

2.)Next have confidence in your gifts. Opportunities notice confidence and will seek you if you have a pleasing personality and gifts.

3.) Stay prepared to perform. If you stay ready you don’t have to get ready.

4.) Always be professional and personable. Be the person people enjoy working with and have a successful track record. You’ll stay the topic of discussion in your expertise.

Now go make those moves!

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Happy Move Makin Monday: Fuel Your Aspirations with This Boss Story

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ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Karine Méhu is proof that sometimes you really can have it all. As the Director of Digital Marketing at ESPN, Ms. Méhu oversees the creation and implementation of ideas that must be as practical as they are creative. ESPN’s advertisers depend on her to execute campaigns that capture consumers’ attention and spending money.
This dedicated young professional gets up at 4 am everyday and is somehow finding the time to plan her wedding even as she racks up professional accolades and puts in long hours at a job she loves. Soak up some of her career wisdom and find out why she’s the boss!

Read more at http://madamenoire.com/70914/episode-5-karine-mehu/#Kz6hA0ZeCZPug3vV.99

The Unspoken Truth: True Love isn’t all smooches and hugs

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Here goes. Everyday you spend with the love of your life will not be lovely. There are arguments, sometimes you have 2 stubborn people refusing to admit fault. That foolish pride wrecks many a relationships. Not saying what you want from someone can also cause the union to go down hill. Open your mouth sweetheart as a wise blogger once said ” Closed mouths don’t get fed.” How can someone satisfy you, if they don’t have a clue as to what you want.

Complaining does nothing but make you look like a crazy lady that keeps going back to the unhappy place you just said you can’t take anymore of. Yep, that’s what you said!

What can you do to start living a life of love more often?

Communicate: Not scream. Tell your partner what you need. Let them know what makes you happy. I’m you believe that because you spend so much time with your hunny he knows. No sweetie, you better speak now or forever hold your anger. (We know that’s not going to happen.)

Show them what you want: The best way to communicate is to show your partner what you want. Treat him to a nice dinner, card and little gift. Nothing fancy, just a simple I appreciate you. That’s what you want right? A whole lot of small appreciation (BIG appreciations every now and then too)

Point out what’s good: It’s so easy to say what someone is doing wrong. It may take a little effort and thought but compliment all the things he does right. Women have become very strong, guarded even with our feelings. It’s ok to let that guard down to say “Baby, You make some great hamburger helper.” or “You’re really good at math can you help the kids.” Happy women everywhere agree that stroking a man’s ego is the best way keep him happy (And get what you want 😉

If you have a love makeover story please share mommymakinmoves@gmail.com 

Discussion: The Bad Bitch Stage of Life

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Leave it up to Chicago rapper Lupe Fiasco to start a debate over the negative imagery used in our highly praised ridiculously shallow rap music video’s.

In my early 20’s I’ve called myself a bad bitch. My curves were on point, my life was about partying and school of course. I was studious during the day but when party time came I turned into a bad bitch. At the time it was appropriate to me. It was fun!

Bad bitches get attention, Bad bitches get the men with money, Bad bitches are confident. Right?

All those things are true to the naked eye. When we dig deeper we understand that Bad Bitches get treated just like any other woman. So the bad bitch has gone out her way to differentiate herself from “Normal” or “Average” women only to get treated the same or worse.

Makes no sense. When you know better you do better. In the black community “Bad Bitch” is a stage that young women go through. Much like the “Girls Gone Wild” stage other races go through. I believe that with proper guidance and education young women eventually grow out of the Bad Bitch stage into a Lady with more wisdom and knowledge to share with her sisters.

Clearly I’m not the one to judge. We all go threw stages in life but the hope is that we grow up. Those where my college years. My time to find myself. (Thank God I found her. LOL)

What about young girls that don’t go to college or have positive young women to counter what they’ve seen on TV or been told?

How can we help our women grow out the bad bitch stage?

Fashion for the Mommy 2 Be

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5 Genius Fashion Ideas for Pregnant Women

Having a pregnant body is not only different from your normal figure, it is also changing constantly. For nine months, you get bigger everyday. 

Dressing a pregnant body, therefore, can be challenging. Thanks to some genius fashion ideas, however, pregnant women have better choices than wearing sweats everyday. Here are a few:

1. Yoga Pants

Yoga pants are not only comfortable, they also make you look trim, slim and athletic. Plus, they match just about anything.

2. Tummy Sleeves

For those of you who don’t want to spend much money buying maternity pants, tummy sleeves really save the day. These stretchy bands wrap around your growing belly comfortably over unbuttoned pants to let you keep wearing old pants with a smooth middle.


3. Support Belts


Your lower back hurts as your belly gets bigger. These belts wrap tightly around your waist and help hold up your belly, giving your back the support you need.


4. Secret Fit Shaper


Pregnant women want a sleek silhouette too. This under garment work like body shapers, but also allows enough room for the belly. They are perfect for any dress up event.


5. Maternity Bridesmaid Dresses


Being a part of a bridal party and pregnant can be a bad match. How can you fit into the same dresses as other girls?


Maternity bridesmaid dresses, however, lets you match the rest of the party without feeling completely left out. Weddingtonway.com is one of the bridal fashion stores that provide maternity bridesmaid dresses in a variety of style and colors. Having options makes a mama-to-be / bridesmaid feel so much better.


What other genius pregnancy fashion can you think of?


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