March Newsletter
Candalada
Women’s History Month
The title “Women’s History Month” implies that we should educate ourself about women that made remarkable impacts to life as we know it. While global and national history are important I think recognizing family history can be equally important.
In my family the first women to study photography abroad was my sister NikkRich. Since her graduation, she worked on passion projects as well as industry projects. Early in her career she curated her first show Counterpoint in DC, as a compliment to the release of her first book.
Last year NikkRich shot a campaign for Shea Moisture, which featured Miss Tina Knowles (Beyonce’s mother) and Neal Farniah (stylist to the stars).
Tina Knowles
Neal Farniah
On Nikky’s last visit home we had the opportunity visit the National Gallery of Art and see two installations. The first, The New Women Behind the Camera installation displaying work from a compilation of female photographers over an extended period of time. The second, a preview of James Van Der Zee’s “A Portait of Harlem” featuring photos of the late Marcus Garvey.
WOMEN OWNED BUSINESSES
Hair Therapy member Kay has her own company selling natural bracelets KayJewelMe. Kay donated 4 bracelets to the participants of RAE2022. Her natural bracelets have been worn by Malik Dope, Victorious Hall and Sean Boyce.
Natural bracelets have become popularized in recent years as the conversation about self-care and mental health get louder. Natural stones are thought to bring, peace, protection, focus and fertility amongst other things to those who wear it.
I have ordered a few for myself, and Prince Issa, Kay’s bracelets have become one of my favorite gifts to give.
Queen’s Vegan Cafe
Meet Queen the owner of Queen’s Vegan Cafe in Salem, Virginia. I found her browsing on Happy Cow for best vegan food in Salem. I was devastated to see she was closed on Sunday’s so I gave her a call. To my surprise she was holding a pop-up this past Sunday and I was able to get my hands on her food.
I noticed Queen had on multiple natural bracelets in her website photos so I brought her a KayJewelMe bracelet to encourage her to stay focused during her entrepreneurship journey. The bracelet was presented by Prince Issa and she loved it.
Mushroom Swiss Burger
The burger was Issa’s favorite of the two entrees. He liked the seasoning of patties and the sauces. He said the sauce was pretty good.
Birillia Taco’s
I liked the taco’s more than burger. I have made tacos at home but they never tasted like this. I must admit I didn't eat it the right way, I did not dip my taco in the sauce and I did not add salsa to it but I still loved it.
My favorite new snack!!!!!!!!!!! Oreo Bars are so yummy I have requested for some to be shipped to me.
