CLICK HERE TO VIEW FULL SPREAD AND CREDITS "THE WHITE OUT"
Photography by JERRIS MADISON for www.jerrismadison.com
Wardrobe Stylist: J-MAD STYLING for www.jerrismadison.com
Model: USMAN OBIJAMA
LEAD AND COVER STORIES
Black in Action with Usman Obijara by Terron D. Austin
Embrace Usman Ojibara, the newest face to burst into the fashion
and film stratosphere, as he launches out and defines his budding
career on his own terms. Serving as the cover model for this month’s stunning men’s editorial entitled, “The White Out”, the aspiring actor
also celebrates his twenty-third birthday the day this issue is released.
read more...
Special Guest Writer: Yvette Nicole Brown | A Story About Relationships
I’m a fan of relationships... yep, all of ‘em: platonic, romantic,
dysfunctional; and a sucker for love in every form whether
reciprocated, unrequited or life-long. With my reverence for love
and relationships, I suspect I’m in the minority. Lord knows the
two in tandem can wreak havoc. But lately I’ve noticed a disturbing
trend. When did devotion become the enemy? Where is the love?
read more...
TALK2SPIRIT
Spicing Up Your Marriage and Sex Life
Spirit,
I got married at a young age – I’m 30 now, my husband is 34 and
we’ve been married 7 years. My husband & I have three children.
What I want to know, Spirit, is how do I spice up the marriage and
put bad situations & arguments in the past? read more...
How To Mend A Broken Heart
Loving again is often the hardest thing to do after you’ve had your
heart broken. Allowing yourself the opportunity, space and time to
process, grieve and recover from a relationship once it’s ended, is
not only beneficial, but a necessary step in moving forward. While
the natural inclination may be to build a wall around your heat and
vow to never let anyone hurt you again, there are valuable lessons
can be learned from loves that don’t last. Here are a few tips that
can help you mend a broken heart.read more...
FINANCE
16 Ways to Live Below Your Means
What exactly does it mean to live below your means (LBYM)?
Simply put, it is a concentrated effort to save and spend your money
wisely. It means understanding the difference between needs and
wants.read more...
One Size Does NOT Fit All: Selecting a Health Insurance Plan to Compliment Your Lifestyle
The U.S. Census Bureau stated that 45.7 million Americans lacked health insurance in 2007. Consider for a moment the cost of not having health insurance. If you or someone you know has ever had a medical emergency then you understand the implication of not having any or adequate health insurance.
read more...
A Family That Invests Together...
Just when I was about to give up on the idea of a successful and
healthy relationship involving family and money I found Meghna and
Malhar Bhagat, a sister and brother team and founders of M2REST. M2
stands for Meghna and Malhar Real Estate Solutions Team. Located on
opposite coasts, Meghna in Oregon and Malhar in New Jersey, this
dynamic duo are full time real estate investors in several states. I was
curious as to the dynamics of their relationship and how they make it
work. I recently spoke with Meghna and Malhar for a heart to heart and discovered what makes them so successful.read more...
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LAURENCE LAURENT MENSWEAR BLOG
GO IN HUNGRY. LEAVE FULFILLED.
ABOVE: Christian Lacroix
FULL SPREAD AND CREDITS "DREAM IN COLOR"
Click Here to View article about "01 The One Watch"
Check out their site at: www.01theone.com
FULL SPREAD AND CREDITS "SUITED UP"
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SPREAD AND CREDITS "THE AMERICAN ACTRESS"
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TALK2SPIRIT
Spicing Up Your Marriage and Sex Life
Spirit,
I got married at a young age – I’m 30 now, my husband is
34 and we’ve been married 7 years. My husband & I have
three children. What I want to know, Spirit, is how do I spice
up the marriage and put bad situations & arguments in the past?
read more...
How To Mend A Broken Heart
Loving again is often the hardest thing to do after you’ve had
your heart broken. Allowing yourself the opportunity, space and
time to process, grieve and recover from a relationship once it’s
ended, is not only beneficial, but a necessary step in moving
forward. While the natural inclination may be to build a wall
around your heat and vow to never let anyone hurt you again,
there are valuable lessons can be learned from loves that don’t
last. Here are a few tips that can help you mend a broken heart.
FINANCE
16 Ways to Live Below Your Means
What exactly does it mean to live below your means (LBYM)?
Simply put, it is a concentrated effort to save and spend your
money wisely. It means understanding the difference between
needs and wants.read more...
One Size Does NOT Fit All: Selecting a Health Insurance Plan to Compliment Your Lifestyle
The U.S. Census Bureau stated that 45.7 million Americans
lacked health insurance in 2007. Consider for a moment the
cost of not having health insurance. If you or someone you
know has ever had a medical emergency then you understand
the implication of not having any or adequate health insurance.
read more...
A Family That Invests Together...
Just when I was about to give up on the idea of a successful
and healthy relationship involving family and money I found
Meghna and Malhar Bhagat, a sister and brother team and
founders of M2REST. M2 stands for Meghna and Malhar Real
Estate Solutions Team. Located on opposite coasts, Meghna in
Oregon and Malhar in New Jersey, this dynamic duo are full
time real estate investors in several states. I was curious as
to the dynamics of their relationship and how they make it work.
I recently spoke with Meghna and Malhar for a heart to heart and
discovered what makes them so successful.read more...
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CEDRIC JOHNSON WOMENSWEAR BLOG
LADIES. YOUR FIRST STOP BEFORE YOU SHOP.
ABOVE: Hermes Scarf.
FULL SPREAD AND CREDITS "FRENCE TAKEOVER"
FULL SPREAD AND CREDITS "THE LADY WHO WORE READ"
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OBVIOUS RATING: A
Brandy's Human album is her most personal and one of her best to date. This albums exudes her personal trials and tribulations through lyrics and music. We are very pleased that she teamed back up with her super talented producer and friend, Rodney Jerkins.
This album is sure to please! Go buy it at a store near you or iTunes.
Key Tracks:
(Please listen to the lyrics)
"Camouflage"
"The Definition"
"Right Here (Departed)"
"Warm It Up (With Love)"
"Long Distance"
"Fall"
"Shattered Heart"
"1st & Love"
Brandy's website: www.foreverbrandy.com
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