March Newsletter
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Prince Issa’s Covid-19 Interview
In March 2020 life changed for everyone. Heavy governement restrictions were implemented and the future seemed uncertain. As March returned, some have returned to work, some have returned to school while others remain home. I used a Covid-19 interview recommended by Dr.Groff to see Issa’s perspective on Covid-19.
The Virtual Book Launch for “Beautiful Reject” opened some amazing dialog amongst attendees. I answered questions in relation to my personal journal, dating experience and the process of publishing on Amazon. Below are a few excerpts.
The group was diverse an included representation of various careers, and age groups. As a follow up to the launch I am holding a book club discussion where we continue to discuss topics from the post reading perspective.
Please join me Saturday April 3rd @7 P.M. to share your thoughts and ask questions. Click here to register and join the meeting.
TOP PICKS Movie and TV News
Judas and the Black Messiah is about a man named Bill O'Neal who infiltrates the Black Panther Party per FBI Agent Mitchell and J. Edgar Hoover. Bill gets close to the Party Chairman Fred Hampton and has internal conflict about what he is sent to do.
The main stars are Daniel Kaluuya, LaKeith Stanfield, Jesse Plemons. The movie was directed by Shaka King. I watched this movie alone in the dark on a projector screen with surround sound. I felt every word of it.
In an interview with The Source Magazine LaKeith specifies he experienced panic attacks after playing the role of Bill. He especially had tough time with the poisoning scene and differentiating his reality from some scenes.
The United States VS Bille Holiday lights a fire of WTF inside of me. Drug usage was the charge but her real crime was “potential inspiration of African- Americans”.
For me the most frustrating thing about a movie based a true story is wishing I can change the facts while I watch. The way the government never let up on Billie and followed her around like a queen pen over a song was shameful.
Two scenes that really stood out to me:
The love scene between Billie and Jimmy (Andra Day and Trevante Rhodes). The fact that she was so uncomfortable being loved on showed how much trauma she suffered.
The final hospital sequence. Between her quotable sentences and creative profanity it was evident she was “unbreakable” and for the cause. I love that.
Franklin Saint!!!!!!!!!!!
Snow Fall created by John Singleton has been out since 2017. I started it and caught up in March, 2021. The show has been recently renewed for another season (5). Damson Idris plays Franklin Saint. A young man that gets turned onto the drug game and works his way to the top. Damson is British and has created the best accent for Franklin. He has become popular for his impersonations when being interviewed. His most recent viral interview includes sharing his embarrassing experience on a zoom call with Jay-Z.
BEAUTY NEWS
CEO of Rising Beauty Brand Found Dead
The creator of The Ordinary Brand was found dead at 40. This happened after he was ousted from the company. It is suspected to be a suicide, however, not being ruled as one. This article caught my attention and it was through this article that I learned of The Ordinary beauty brand.
SKIN
While looking on the internet for a professional that could explain how to properly use the popular acids on the market. I found a video by April Basi, a chemist: 5 best products from The Ordinary to use for dark skin After viewing it.I purchased them all.
1. Retinol 0.2% in Squalane https://theordinary.deciem.com/produc...
2. Ascorbic Acid 8% + Alpha Arbutin 2% https://theordinary.deciem.com/produc...
3. Lactic Acid 5% + HA https://theordinary.deciem.com/produc...
4. Salicylic Acid 2% Masque https://theordinary.deciem.com/produc...
5. 100% Plant-Derived Squalane https://theordinary.deciem.com/produc...
To be more informed I also looked at her video about the 5 worst products for dark skin from The Ordinary and took note of why. I learned from the video bigger molecules are applied last. The line is extensive which could confuse of overwhelm new customers.
Thus far I have used the squaline and the hyloraunic acid. I was impressed by how thick the consistency is for the price.I am practicing using less to ensure I don’t clog my pores. I used way too much and woke up with small bumps. My best experience has been with the ascorbic acid. My skin is very sensitive the slightest change brings new acne. This item fit flawlessly into my routine creating no new bumps.
My face has been so juicy. It's not dry and flaky anymore. Looking forward to trying the other items. Especially the blemish control masque.
Urban Skin RX sells the sponges seperatly
I was excited to see that RX sponges are sold separately on the website. You don’t have to by their face wash to have access to these amazing sponges. I started using Urban Skin RX last year. I did a few videos about my quest to acquire acne free even skin again.
For now the Urban RX even tone cleansing bar, witch hazel from Target (they recently came out with a witch hazel toner, guess I was onto something) and RX hydra balance moisturizer is my regimen when I am not trying new products. The face wash comes with two thin round sponges the inflate when wet. Although they hold up well. I like to use a new sponge each week now that I have found the five pack.
NAILS:
I had a chance to visit the Instagram famous Vicky. Owner of Sunshine Nails. It is so tough to book with her through the online system. Its best to try to message them on Instagram because she runs the IG page. Try to book with her on a weekend day or call and ask to receptionist to notify you of any cancellations on the weekend. Techs Linda and Kathy also popular techs but owner Vicky is hailed the design queen.
