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Summertime in AuStin by Damita Miller-Shanklin
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ummertime is here! This means you will be out and about enjoying every moment of your time in the sun. When thinking about the summer, there are specific activities that come to mind.
by Damita Miller-Shanklin
Juneteenth is known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day. This is the day the announcement was made that slavery had been abolished.
Memorial Day starts the blockbuster summer movie season. There have been several mentions for this summer. The one movie I think will be good is Ma, starring Octavia Spencer. What will you go and see? When I was young, summer meant going to Rosewood Recreation Center to play on the Tennis team and taking piano lessons. Givens Park was a place where I went swimming (actually I put my legs in the water. I can't swim). I also spent time at the Carver Library, the original building, where I checked out books to read. I loved going to the library and deciding what I wanted to read. Summertime is a time for picnics, festivals, and my favorite ice cream. There is a yearly Ice Cream festival that happens in June. Keep your eye out for the date. Harold's on Airport was where I went for ice cream. I started going with my sister and nephew and then when I got married, we went on Sundays to get one until the place closed. Sandy's on Barton Springs was also and still is a good place to get ice cream.
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The neighborhood I grew up in was small and there was not through traffic. So all of us would play softball, kickball and sit around laughing and telling jokes. Those were great times. We went outside and actually played and went into the house when the sun went down. The only electronics I had was a tape and cassette deck. As I grow older, I take my summer memories to heart because I will not live that life again. The memories of my summer are good and full of fun, education, and activities. What summer memories do you hold dear to your heart?
The Miss Juneteenth Austin Scholarship Pageant is one of the activities that are apart of the community celebration. The motto of the pageant is "We're more than a beauty pageant." The scholarship pageant provides programs for young girls to work on qualities of character, talent and life skills that can be used for the rest of their life. Being a part of the pageant family also teaches young girls how to build selfconfidence, self-love, and cultural awareness. The contestants are encouraged to advance their education by receiving mentorship opportunities and scholarships. The Pageant will be held on June 8, 2019, at 5:00 pm at the For The City Center, 500 E Saint Johns Avenue Austin, Texas 78752 | Doors Open @ 4:00 pm Ujima wishes all the contestants good luck!
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F RO M T H E pU b L ISH ER Remembering A Friend
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The Austin community lost an activist and a storyteller of truth. I lost a friend. Akwasi Evans, the owner of NOKOA passed away in April. When I was told about his passing, I could not move for a moment because I was shocked and surprised. I knew I would eventually say my good-bye but I had to give myself time to remember him privately and think about all the memories we shared
I remember Akwasi as a teacher of good stories that impact our lives, having a strong voice in the community through his newspaper and sharing our history. Akwasi was a good humored person, and I enjoyed the friendly banter between him and Tommy Wyatt of the Villager, showing me how a long time friendship can remain between two people who love one another. I will always miss Akwasi Evans and I will keep his spirit in my heart.
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Summertime Con’t from Page 1 Summer is a time to travel, watch movies, spend time with friends and relax most of all. I still make sure I get plenty of ice cream during the summer and I spend time with friends and make sure I enjoy my summer activities.
Have a great summer and be safe. Explore new things that will be memorable. Your memories become your history and the summer was when I felt the freest. Relax and a blockbuster, megahit, and knockout summer.
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Completion. new BeginningS. open DoorS of opportunitY. by Margaret Linnen This time of year can be pure joy as well as bitter sweet for a lot of people parents as well as students. There are chapters closed as new doors open! There are graduates of all ages in many different schools and organizations!! Social Media allowed everyone to share their most heartfelt moments with friends and families everywhere.
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Stroke prevention by Damita Miller-Shanklin
the Benefits of ginger tea by Damita Miller-Shanklin
The world said good-bye to a great director and screenwriter, John Singleton last month due to a stroke. His death was surprising because of his age. So, what is a stroke? A stroke happens when blood flow to a part of your brain is cut off. Without oxygen in the blood, brain cells start dying within minutes. There are things you can do to help prevent a Stroke. They are as follows: • Lower your blood pressure • Lose some weight • Exercise more • If you drink — do it in moderation • Treat atrial fibrillation • Treat your diabetes • Quit smoking
All of these changes can make a big difference in preventing a Stroke. There are many myths about strokes. This is just a few. The biggest myth is Strokes only happen to the elderly. But strokes can happen to anyone and anytime. Another myth is a stroke happens in the heart. The truth is strokes are a brain attack. These are just a few myths about strokes. Please see your doctor if you are having any symptoms. And consider making lifestyle changes that will help prevent having a stroke. Please visit www.stroke.org
There has been a bad flu and cold season this year. Many people have struggled to stay healthy during this period. There is a remedy that is found to be good for colds and other ailments.. Have you tried Ginger Tea? I used it recently when I had a bad cold and it really helped my symptoms. The warmth of the tea soothe my chest and my coughing. The tea helps sweat out the toxins in your body, which is helpful when you have a cold or flu. I felt better overall by the time I went to sleep. I only drank a little because it doesn’t take a lot to work. Here’s a quick and easy recipe for Ginger Tea 1. Peel one inch piece of fresh ginger root and grate into a glass container with a filter. 2. Thinly sliced lemon and add it to the container with the ginger. 3. Add honey. 4. Pour boiling hot water into the container and steep for five minutes. 5. Strain and serve hot. (https://www.ohhowcivilized.com/quick-and-easy-ginger-tea-fromscratch/) The other benefits of Ginger Tea are it's an anti-inflammatory, it relieves muscle pain, it can settle your stomach, regulate your blood sugar, and much more. There are several recipes you can create at home to drink and use as you need it. For more information, you can visit www.webmd.org or https://coach.nine.com.au/latest/the-top-10-surprising-healthbenefits-of-ginger/e6e84b3a-8ee3-41dd-9be3-e550a32615ca
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Four Ways An Entrepreneur Can Defeat Depression by Shari Alexander, Kabbage.com
Entrepreneurs face a unique set of challenges when depressed. That's because, for many entrepreneurs, their personal health is reflected in their business health. When you're depressed, you're not productive. When you're not productive, your business suffers. When your business suffers, your depression deepens. And the cycle continues and can become more insidious with every iteration. So how can business leaders reach the light at the end of the depression tunnel and avoid toxic triggers? 1. Look beyond self-help 2. Find a safe space 3. Close the gap 4. Go on an information fast Full article: https://www. entrepreneur.com/ article/242784 UjimaMagazine.com
the top teD tAlkS of 2019 by Hayden Field, Entrepreneur Staff
A TED talk is a video created from a presentation at the main TED (technology, entertainment, design) conference or one of its many satellite events around the world. TED talks are limited to a maximum length of 18 minutes but may be on any topic. Here is a list of top TED Talks for you to check out and learn. 1. 3 Psychological Tricks to Help You Save Money (Wendy De La Rosa)Behavioral scientist Wendy
De La Rosa aims to change that in her TED Talk, teaching three psychological strategies for overcoming our propensity to spend-not-save. 2. Why Working From Home Is Good for Business (Matt Mullenweg)- He’s the cofounder of Wordpress and CEO of Automattic. Mullenweg sees the future of work as being completely decentralized. 3. How to Make Applying for Jobs Less Painful (Priyanka Jain)- Jain believes that a single piece of paper is the heart of the problem.
Resumes can showcase someone’s past achievements, she argues, but they fall short when it comes to someone’s potential. 4. 8 Lessons on Building a Company People Enjoy Working for (Patty McCord)- The job of management isn’t to control people; it’s to build great teams. These are just a few top TED Talks. For more you can listen and learn, read https://www.entrepreneur.com/a rticle/333603.
what is Your limiting Belief About Yourself? by Damita Miller-Shanklin Last month a very good friend sent a link to a YouTube video asking that I watch it. Mel Robbins talks about "The Choice We All Have, But Only A Few Apply It." This was an interesting title, which sparked curiosity. When listening it caused a teary reaction. Why? Because it felt like the words were meant just for me. This is the takeaway: Ask yourself what is your limiting belief about yourself? Do you want to repeat what you are doing or do you want to evolve? If you are not evolving, what is your excuse? In the end, she asked that you do the exercise and be honest with yourself. Even if it hurts and you feel awful. It should lead to the truth of what's holding you back and you can move forward and evolve. You can check out many of Mel Robbins videos. One last thing that stuck was from my friend who said: "limiting belief is a killer to accomplishing personal goals." p5
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ujima is reading Y’all!!! by Margaret Linnen The book of choice was BECOMING written by the inspiring Michelle Obama. Reading her book gave you a real sense of who she really is and how she became the First Lady of the United States. The book started with her childhood which was at times relatable. The way her parents set the stage of life for her and her brother gave you a clearer understanding of how she started becoming herself at a young age. Her college years seemed to motivate her to succeed failure was never an option for her. This was encouraging as we read and discussed this period in her life. Meeting the love of her life, sharing the romance story gave you hope. Marriage is Work . They built trust and understanding even if it took counseling. Having children was not easy again Michelle did her part to make it happen. The result was two beautiful daughters.
Going into politics with her husband was part of the book that let you see how she supported him and stayed true to her dreams and goals. Having a normal life even in politics for her children was very important to Michelle, she made it happen. We took away different perspectives. For me it was a reminder that everyone is responsible for their happiness and success. It takes a lot of sacrifice hard work and sometimes a little help from others to succeed. I think it was a unanimous vote that Michelle Obama is truly a class act and the portrait of A Strong Black Woman ....
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Father's Day will be celebrated on June 16. Ujima is wishing all the father's out there a very happy Father's Day! Many people have lost their father's, including our family, which makes the day a little hard. We use the day to remember the moments we had with my daddy, laugh at things he did and said. Even though he is no longer with us, we know he watches over us. Our dad was quiet and reserved but he was strong. He believed in working hard and making your path in life. We live by that mantra every day. Enjoy your daddy and appreciate the moments you share. Create those memories and cherish them for the times you will need to feel close to him.
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fun time Sun time !!! Summertime is almost here!! We can start planning for the vacation to the beach, swimming, and just playing in the sun outdoors. Camping and hiking might also be on your agenda. The most important thing you will need regardless of your plans or destination if you are in the sun is SUNSCREEN!!! Sunscreen, also known as sunblock, sun cream or suntan lotion, is a lotion, spray, gel, foam , stick or other topical product that absorbs or reflects some of the sun's
ultraviolet (UV) radiation and thus helps protect against sunburn. There are many acronyms used to describe the type of sunscreen you may need. SPF, UPF, UVA, UVB and Broad Spectrum. When applying your sunscreen make sure you cover your body and include the back of your hands as well. Ask your doctor which sunscreen is the best for you and always read the labels. Yes every skin type needs sunscreen !!!
Flight delays, jobs, traffic all of this has the potential to become very stressful. Give this a try!! Adult Coloring Books! Yes it works, its inexpensive and travels well. Located in most stores! Goes well with tea, coffee or wine! Relax!!
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When we find that perfect mascara we may loathe to let it go. But let it go we must, along with other cosmetics, the FDA warns citing a veritable cornucopia of ick factors — bacteria, mold, and yeast —they note that manufacturers usually recommend discarding mascara two to four months after purchase. In fact all eyearea cosmetics have shelf lives shorter than that of other makeup. Eye infections from makeup gone bad can be serious. Cosmetic manufacturers aren't required to put use-by dates on products but Good Housekeeping shares some best practices:
1. Three months for liquid eyeliners, six months for cream eye shadows; and two years for pencil eyeliners and powder eye shadows. 2. Liquid face makeup should go after six months, but you can hang onto dry powders for two years. 3. Two years to lipstick and gloss and at least that for lipliner. 4. Keep your beauty regimen out of the bathroom where heat can speed up the bacterial and fungal growth. Tip: A linen closet is a better place to stash that cosmetic bag.
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olD time oven peACh CoBBler Courtesy of Food Network
It’s almost time for summer family celebrations and gatherings, this will be a big hit! Enjoy! Only 3 steps! INGREDIENTS: 1 large can of sliced peaches, drained 1 cup Bisquick mix 1 cup of milk 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 cup butter, melted 1 cup of sugar vanilla Ice Cream, optional
DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 375 In an 8 x 8 baking dish, stir Bisquick mix, milk, nutmeg and cinnamon together until thoroughly mixed. Stir in melted butter. In a medium mixing bowl, stir sugar and peaches. Spoon peaches over the cobbler crust. Bake for 45 minutes to one hour or until crust is a golden brown. Top with vanilla ice cream Delicious hot or cold!!!