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Look at Me Now!

Hey, Today was a gorgeous day in New York City! I’m looking forward to spring. It was a craaazy winter season and we all deserve some warm weather, right? Spring is also a season for great music. I’m really diggin’ the beat of “Look at Me Now” by Chris Brown, which also features Lil’ WayneContinue reading “Look at Me Now!”

Staying Healthy: Bouncing Back from Getting Sick

Hey Out There! Spring is around the corner, but that doesn’t mean that the cold/virus season has ended. Yesterday, I was in the bed, most of the day, unable to move. I woke up feeling dizzy and knew I needed to get some rest.  I had been very busy lately and had not been gettingContinue reading “Staying Healthy: Bouncing Back from Getting Sick”

Remembering Nate Dogg. . .RIP

Nate Dogg thrived and survived his years at Suge Knight’s Death Row Records, but was unable to survive the strokes and other recent recent medical problems that he had. Nathaniel “Nate Dogg” Hale died yesterday at age 41. If you’ve listened to songs by Warren G., Tupac, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Ludacris, Tha Dogg Pound orContinue reading “Remembering Nate Dogg. . .RIP”

Two Week Anniversary of Double Dutch Blog!

I know it’s only been a few weeks, but I hope you’ve enjoyed the blog so far. . . Two weeks ago on the first day of Women’s History Month (March 1st), I started this blog to keep girls informed about teen events, music, fashion etc.  I see this blog as a remix of the pastContinue reading “Two Week Anniversary of Double Dutch Blog!”

Save 30% off at Gap, Banana Republic or Old Navy!

Happy Monday, Hope you had a great weekend! We’ve found a way for you to give yourself and others gifts–at the same time. If you shop in-store or online at the Gap, Banana Republic or Old Navy for its “Give & Get” promo, you’ll save 30% off what you buy AND 5% of your purchaseContinue reading “Save 30% off at Gap, Banana Republic or Old Navy!”

iPad 2 is Here! Check out More e-readers!

I was at Target today and people were in line waiting for the iPad 2 (smh). Apple definitely has many early adopters for iPads, iPods, Macbooks, etc. These are people who must buy new Apple products the first day they are released. The iPad has some cool features. I have to admit the images are beau-ti-ful. I’mContinue reading “iPad 2 is Here! Check out More e-readers!”

Zeta Phi Beta Stompfest & GNEP Sista 2 Sista Youth Summit events in Brooklyn This Weekend!

The weather is finally starting to heat up, so this is a great time to go to events in your ‘hood. Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. presents Stompfest 2011The Ladies of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., Sigma Kappa Zeta Chapter (Brooklyn, NY) have joined forces with its teen group, The Archonette Club, to give highContinue reading “Zeta Phi Beta Stompfest & GNEP Sista 2 Sista Youth Summit events in Brooklyn This Weekend!”

CFES-College for Every Student Video Contest

CFES (College for Every Student) helps encourage middle and high school students to attend college. They provide programs like college visits, mentoring programs, as well as inviting professionals to speak to students. I had the opportunity to speak to students at Paul Robeson High School in Brooklyn, NY a few months ago about my collegeContinue reading “CFES-College for Every Student Video Contest”

NEW Jill Scott Album in 2011 & Target First Saturday at Brooklyn Museum

Jill Scott, photo courtesy Warner Bros. Records New Jill Scott Album Coming in 2011Jill Scott has sold over 4 million records and fans (myself included) are anticipating her fourth studio album, The Light of the Sun, which will be released later this year on Warner Bros. Records.  Jill Scott’s music is not just for “grownContinue reading “NEW Jill Scott Album in 2011 & Target First Saturday at Brooklyn Museum”