January 2012 ~ Emerald Quill

Krystal L. Green

Single At 40

Jan 31, 2012

Major Breast Cancer Charity Dumps Planned Parenthood

1/31/2012 Celestine Green No comments

National Journal’s Meghan McCarthy reports that Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation, a major breast-cancer charity, has cut off support for Planned Parenthood because of controversy over abortion and the group’s standing as a provider of generalized women’s health services. Planned Parenthood accused Susan G. Komen for the Cure of giving in to...

Grammar Tidbits: Using The Right Word

1/30/2012 Celestine Green No comments

"Silverlady" If I confess that I graduated from high school fifty-one years ago, will anyone understand that I have trouble remembering all the rules of grammar and spelling that I learned back then? I attended an all girl catholic high school and the good nuns made sure we learned English, grammar, sentence structure, spelling, and all those good things. ...

Myths About Your Credit Score

1/30/2012 Celestine Green No comments

When I saw the subject article on Yahoo! Finance, I was pleased to note that my EQ article “Take Control of Your Credit Rating ” covered these myths in detail. Take the quiz and see if you are armed with the necessary information. Myth #1: Closing a card after paying off a massive debt load is a fine idea. Myth #2: Your employment history impacts...

Shame On You: "Righteous Rick" Santorum

1/28/2012 Celestine Green No comments

I watched a clip from a Rick Santorum political meeting in Florida. One of the attendees had the floor and spoke to Rick Santorum about her belief that President Obama was not born in America (yes, that same birthier crap) and that she would not call him "president" since he legally didn't deserve the title. Santorum listened to her, smiling all the...

Hidden Gems - Volume III: Luther

1/25/2012 Unknown 1 comment

In the 70's and 80's it was Billy Dee. In the 90's and the 2K's it was Denzel. As the sun sets on Mr. Washington's reign as "Mr. Grown And Sexy", there are only a few candidates capable of inheriting the throne. Judging by the response from the women in my family, one merely has to utter the name "Idris" and they begin to swoon like an extra from...

Buying Life Insurance

1/24/2012 Celestine Green No comments

It’s may be hard to think about buying life insurance while the economy is struggling, unemployment is high, and wages are stagnant. But, it’s worth taking time to investigate do you need insurance and what is the right life insurance for your family. While I’m no expert, I do hope to encourage you to think about it and want to give you some food...

Beauty Wigs: Synthetic Wigs vs. Human Hair

1/24/2012 Emerald Quill 1 comment

Over the past few years, wigs have made a significant statement in fashion as well as style. Wigs can be used to cover thinning or balding hair from illness, and also be used for a style change or even a color change in hair. Some of the things to consider when purchasing you wig is price, quality, and how you plan to use your wig. Prices...

The Warning Signs of Depression

1/24/2012 Emerald Quill 1 comment

Depression We all have experienced times in our lives when we have felt sad, tearful, and just low. These are normal emotions of life, but if you find these feelings taking control and not easy up in frequency, you may be experiencing depression. Depression can make it difficult to function daily and enjoy a quality of life if left undiagnosed. Learning...

The Face of the New Unemployed

1/22/2012 Celestine Green No comments

Every day you hear politicians talking about the unemployment rate. They aren't doing anything about creating jobs, but they constantly talk about the high unemployment rate. Many people think of the unemployed in terms of stereotypes-lazy, not motivated, irresponsible, unskilled, indifferent...you get the idea. Some think that if someone really...

Take Control of Your Credit Rating

1/22/2012 Celestine Green No comments

Are you one of the people that doesn’t understand how often decisions that affect your life are determined by your creditworthiness? Most folks already know that lenders evaluate whether or not to extend you credit for purchases or loan you money for a home mortgages based on your credit scores. You may know that your interest rates and terms...

Ten Home Remedies That Work

1/20/2012 Celestine Green No comments

Americans spend billions of dollars for over-the-counter health remedies for everything from nighttime coughs to poison ivy. In many cases, there is no need to spend tons of money to find relief. If you check your cupboard, you may find some surprising home remedies. Here are some cheap, easy to find home remedies that really work...

On The Record - Michael Ealy

1/20/2012 Celestine Green No comments

Underworld Awakening hit the screens today, but Kate Beckinsdale as vampire warrior Selene wasn't the talk of my crowd of friends and neither was the war between the Vampire and Lycan clans. Suave, clean cut actor Michael Ealy in the role of Detective Sebastian had tongues waging and hearts throbbing. It was his steel gray eyes I remembered...

Etta James - Rest in Peace

1/20/2012 Celestine Green No comments

Over the past month, rumors of the death of singer Etta James abounded, closely followed by denials from the family. However, Etta James passed away on Friday, January 20, just a few days before her 74th birthday. Ms. James succumbed to leukemia, but she also suffered from Heptitis C and dementia. She died at a hospital in Riverside,...

Hidden Gems - Volume II: Attack The Block

1/20/2012 Unknown 1 comment

When I first heard the title "Attack The Block", I was convinced that some money hungry movie studio had manufactured yet another movie about a ragtag group of kids who use some unorthodox form of street dancing to escape the woes of the inner city. Since I'm getting too old to "Step Up 2: The Streets" or "Stomp The Yard", I didn't...

TV Faves Suited Up

1/20/2012 Celestine Green No comments

October 13, 2011 was National Suit Up Day. Entertainment Weekly highlighted 22 actors for their fashion sense which made them tailor-made for the celebration. They included some of my TV faves. Here they are showcased and all suited up: JON HAMM as Don Draper on Mad Men Hamm's '60s ad man may have single-handedly revived an interest in the classic...

Living With Diabetes-Introduction:Paula Deen and Me

1/18/2012 Celestine Green No comments

TV Chef Paula Deen The buzz of the day is that TV Chef Paula Deen has type 2 diabetes. It seems that she has known about having the disease for about three years. Paula is known for her Southern cooking, full of butter, sugar, and other tasty ingredients high on the list of unhealthy foods. No one is buzzing about it, but I’ve lived with type...

Ethics Investigations: What Ever Happened??? Charles Rangel -Maxine Waters

1/18/2012 Celestine Green No comments

The ethics investigation into Congressman Charles Rangel, Congress's former chief tax writer, began on July 2008. Rangel was charged with 13 counts of ethics violations many dealing with personal finances. After a “trial” by the Ethics panel last November — which Rangel walked out of in protest because he did not have an attorney — the New...

Surviving Breast Cancer

1/14/2012 Emerald Quill 3 comments

For the last 10 months I have been on a journey to survive breast cancer. My family and I were diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer in March 2010. I say my family and I because every trial, tribulation, and ordeal I have been through since that time, they have been through as well. We were all in disbelief after the diagnosis. Care progressed...

Hidden Gems - Volume One: Survivors

1/12/2012 Unknown 1 comment

Every now and then I take the time to explore the layers of expired TV Shows, straight to video leftovers and Redbox rejects that occupy my Netflix queue. Like a 21st century Ferdinand Magellan or the modern day version of Uncle Travelling Matt, I bravely set out on a quest to find undiscovered treasures to share with you. With each Hidden Gems article,...

Prepare for Takeoff

1/11/2012 Emerald Quill No comments

Prepare for Takeoff I recently had to fly to the Windy City and let me tell you... traveling can take a toll on your skin. Here are a few tips to keep your mug looking great! 1. Drink plenty of water. Hydration is the key to looking fabulous! You can’t take liquids through security, but you can bring an empty water bottle. Once you’ve cleared...

Former Astronaut Mae Jemison To Lead Space Project

1/11/2012 Celestine Green No comments

The astronaut who became the first black woman in space in 1992 has been chosen to skipper the '100 Year Starship' project. Dr. Mae Jemison is a medical doctor and a surgeon, with engineering experience. Dr. Jemison will lead the project to explore what it would take for a multi-generational mission beyond the solar system. Dr. Jemison,...

The Power of African-American Consumers

1/11/2012 Celestine Green No comments

Businesses need to understand the demands of African American consumers, while these diverse consumers need to understand their purchasing power. To address the growing needs of the diverse African-American consumer group, Nielsen and the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) have developed The State of the African-American...

DC Youth Killed For $200 Nike Sneakers

1/11/2012 Celestine Green No comments

From NBC Washington: David Robinson, a 19-year-old from Northwest DC was shot and killed Sunday. The cause of the incident, according to reports, was a $200 pair of Nike Rookie athletic shoes. Robinson was visiting a friend with a cousin in far Northeast DC when two men in an SUV pulled up, stole the shoes and shot Robinson. Robinson...

People Get a Life-Stop Hating on Beyonce and Jay Z

1/10/2012 Celestine Green No comments

You'd think that fans of Beyonce and/or jay Z would be happy about the birth of daughter Blue Ivy Carter. Other who are not fans could and should be about other business that interests them. But, not so in today's world of hate, stupidity and malicious behavior. If you thought it was just politicians who were ignorant with their "Birthier...

AAFCA Honors Hollywood's Finest African American Performers

1/10/2012 Celestine Green No comments

Hattie Winston and Richard Roundtree The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) honored several of Hollywood's finest actors in one of the first presentations of awards season. Its 3rd Awards Ceremony was held January 8, 2012 at the historic Helm Bakery in Culver City California. Among the honorees were actors Viola Davis, Richard...

Meet Jacob "Jack" Lew-New White House Chief of Staff

1/09/2012 Celestine Green No comments

Jacob "Jack" Lew will replace departing White House Chief of Staff William Daley. Insiders were surprised at Daley's resignation after just one year, having expected him to stay on until after the election in November. Lew is a longtime Washington hand, having served as head of the Office of Management and Budget since November 2010....

Nick Cannon recovers from Kidney Operation

1/07/2012 Celestine Green No comments

Nick Cannon was hospitalized with kidney failure in Aspen, Colo., earlier this week and flew home to Los Angeles for treatment. Details of his ailment were not released; however, doctors say kidney failure can result from infections, diabetes, kidney stones and simple dehydration. Cannon, an actor and husband of singing star Mariah Carey, assured...

Top Earning On Screen Couples

1/06/2012 Celestine Green No comments

Some couples have a special magic that makes movie goers sit at the edge of their seats as they watch the sparkling sizzle between them. If the couple is lucky, that chemistry translates into mucho dollars. Here are ten movie couples that banked-big time: Rupert Grint and Emma Watson Harry Potter Films 6 and 7-Part 1 and 2 $4.2...

Harris-Perry Launches New MSNBC Show

1/06/2012 Celestine Green No comments

The Melissa Harris-Perry Show will debut on MSNBC February 4th and is set to air on Saturdays and Sundays between 10AM-12PM. It will be the only politically-themed show hosted by an African-American woman on a cable news network. MSNBC President Phil Griffin made the announcement and explained how he is thrilled to have her join the expanded weekend...

Nevada Presidential Caucus-January 21, 2012

1/05/2012 Celestine Green No comments

"Hope is that thing inside us that insists, despite all the evidence to the contrary, that something better awaits us if we have the courage to reach for it and to work for it, and to fight for it." Barack Obama The Nevada Presidential Caucus is scheduled for January 21, 2012. Some voters maybe unfamiliar with the caucus process, particularly if...