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Songs for Mama

Sunday is Mother’s Day! Here are some songs you can download for your ipod playlist or burn onto a CD gift for mom. Yes, some moms still swear by CDs. Check out the list below of “Mama Songs” based on your mother’s music style: Hip MamaDear Mama – TupacHey Mama – Kanye West Soul MamaAContinue reading “Songs for Mama”

Black Girls Rock! Queens’ Camp for Teen Girls

Black Girls Rock! presents its Queens’ Camp for teen girls ages 12-17. The overnight camp is a two-week leadership program to help girls from all social and economic backgrounds develop into strong leaders. The camp will be held in Rhinebeck, NY from July 16-30, 2011. Black Girls Rock! is an organization founded by former modelContinue reading “Black Girls Rock! Queens’ Camp for Teen Girls”

Got the Rainy Day Blues?

It’s been raining all day here in New York City. Don’t let the rain get you down and stop you from having some fun. Here are some activities you can do indoors to keep from getting bored: Move your body. Dance to Beyonce’s video or turn on some music from your ipod or TV andContinue reading “Got the Rainy Day Blues?”

Double Dutch E-Newsletter: Great Gifts for Mom

Hi, Mother’s Day is this weekend, so if you’re still deciding on what to get Mom, check out my ideas for gifts that fit a teen’s budget and some are even, free! We also discuss Memorial Day and include links to our most recent blogs. Read our Double Dutch E-Newsletter for May! Enjoy! Jen

I Love New York!

“I Love New York!” is the phrase that represents how residents of New York City and tourists feel about New York City. I was thinking about this when I went to Manhattan today. It’s so easy for me to stay in Brooklyn, especially for work, shopping or whatever. I really need to go into ManhattanContinue reading “I Love New York!”

ARE YOU PECULIAR?

PECULIAR PEOPLE WHERE YOU AT? If you are wondering what that is, take a look at this http://www.youtube.com/get_player so let me ask again? ARE YOU PECULIAR? Peculiar Me LyricsEverybody looks at me – Like what’s it gonna be?I’ve got my hot style,-I flip it round and they can’t handle meCoz I keep my smile andContinue reading “ARE YOU PECULIAR?”

Make a Fashion Statement, Rock a Hat!

If you tuned into the Royal Wedding for even five minutes, you may have seen some classic and even, ridiculous hats worn by female guests of the wedding held in London. Hats have also been a huge tradition among many black churches, too. I still remember my grandmothers rockin’ the hats when they went toContinue reading “Make a Fashion Statement, Rock a Hat!”

You Can Be a Princess, too & I Was Born This Way

Tomorrow is the wedding of Prince William and future princess, Kate Middleton. It will be a very extravagant affair that will be broadcast by news stations across the globe. From the time we were little girls, we’ve read about being a princess. You may not have millions to spend on a royal wedding, but thereContinue reading “You Can Be a Princess, too & I Was Born This Way”

"I Was Born This Way"

Any Gleeks? I am a major Gleek. For those not familiar, Gleeks are big fans of Glee. Did you check out this week’s episode of Glee? If not, the theme was “I Was Born This Way” and I’m sure you all know it’s a popular song by Lady Gaga,Continue reading “"I Was Born This Way"”

Wednesday Skincare Blogs: Jewelry Tips for Fashionistas & Healthy Food for Skin

Hi there, We have some great blogs that will help the fashionista in you and keep your skin healthy. The first blogs discusses the best jewelry to wear in preventing skin irritations from metals. If you’re like me, you can’t pass up some cute earrings or bracelets. Well, sometimes, you may need to because theyContinue reading “Wednesday Skincare Blogs: Jewelry Tips for Fashionistas & Healthy Food for Skin”