Desiree Tulloch-Reid: The detective in me
Désirée Tulloch-Reid knew the profession she chose had to make her feel like she was contributing to her community. Her options were teaching or medicine. "It had to be a profession that was useful, made you feel like you were making a contribution to your community....
Singular Subjects - Death everywhere
It's been a depressing few weeks. I lost a very close friend to colon cancer. Then I received news this week that another friend is dying of cancer. And, one of my associates died of heart disease two weeks ago. All of these people are between 45 ...
Me in another decade
People always wonder why I love to watch movies; it's because I get so many quotes that make sense to my actual life.Alan Rickman, from the movie Quigley Down Under, said, "Some men are born in the wrong century.
LAWS OF EVE - Grandparents' rights
In a society in which extended family units abound, many of which are headed by grandparents, it may surprise you to know that there are no statutes which give grandparents the right to even seek access to their grandchildren....
Pat Wright beats cancer
Pat Wright beats cancer three times! Very inspiring story and for all the sisters who love junk food, take heed.
Jig in a jumpsuit and rock a romper!
It is no secret that fashion trends run in cycles and for this summer, jumpsuits have now reclaimed their place in closets everywhere. Years ago jumpsuits, rompers, all-in-one suits (now onsies), were once hit factors....
Women in Iran
As the protest over the June 12 general elections in Iran continue, many analysts, diplomats and expatriates wonder how it will end.
I ♥ tap dancing
Tip, tap, tap. The musical sound created by the tapping of the feet during tap dancing not only sounds great, but like other forms of dance, does wonders for the body. "You have to be extremely co-ordinated to do tap....
FINANCIAL FREEDOM - Invest in yourself
While on our road to recovery, do not waste a good recession. This is an appropriate time to return to school, plan your financial future and hold on to your dreams. To be self-actualised, it can be fulfilling to make achieving your goals ...
Hair for summer
Summer is the season when persons just want to let their hair down and enjoy beautiful sunshine. But, at times, it gets too humid and thats not good for your hair. As a result, most women opt to get a shorter haircut...
FE-MAIL TIES - Africa fashion week
I'm just recovering from the emotional charge of the ARISE Africa Fashion Week (AFW) that rocked Joburg over the past two weeks. It was eight days of glossy pouts, big hair, funky catwalk struts and all the glamour of the fashion theatre....