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LIFESTYLE LETTER

APRIL 2019 PUBLISHER

Veronica Fountain | veronica.fountain@lifestylepubs.com EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

Alyson Turner | alyson.turner@lifestylepubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITER

Alyson Turner

Spring Is in the Air

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Ro Moreno, Rhea Whitney Photography

DO YOU HEAR THAT? It’s the sound of nature springing to life after a long winter’s nap. Birds are chirping, flowers are blooming and children are playing outside as the weather gets warmer and the days grow longer.

This month at Bowie Lifestyle, we bring you our Eco issue in honor of Earth Day on April 22. Inspired by the infinite beauty of the earth—and our desire to preserve and protect it—we compiled an array of eco-conscious and eco-friendly people and places making a difference right here in Bowie.

This issue is a celebration of all things Mother Nature. Throughout this issue, you’ll find simple ways to be more eco-friendly. Why not try out some eco-conscious beauty products and accessories? Or refresh your home with environmentally friendly cleaning services?

Whether or not you have a green thumb, we hope the stories in these pages invoke

CORPORATE TEAM

feelings of gratitude for the wonderful world we live in—and the wonderful people

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt

in our community who strive to sustain it.

CHIEF SALES OFFICER Matthew Perry CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER DeLand Shore

Not sure where to start? When you’ve finished enjoying this issue, we encourage

ART DIRECTOR Sara Minor

you to recycle it so it can be turned into future magazines. After all, that’s what

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR Janeane Thompson

makes the world go ‘round!

Happy spring, Bowie!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE APRIL 2019

FEATURES 12 All in the Family Chikia Barnes-Thompson and the Thompson Group of Keller Williams

14 Spring Cleaning Genesis Home Enhancement Offers Eco-Friendly Ways to Freshen Up Your Home

18 The Magic of Spring Renowned Event Planner LeneĂŠ Valentine Showcases Her Vision for an Intimate Spring Dinner Party

28 Eco-Friendly Beauty and Fashion Must-Haves Blogger Kara Ferguson Shares Her

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Fourth Annual Veterans Awards at the Watergate Hotel Guests attend the Fourth Annual Veterans Awards, also known as Vettys, hosted by the Academy of United States Veterans. For more photos and information, visit Vettys.org.

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1. Guests pose for photos at the event. | 2. Members of the American Gold Star Mothers attended the Fourth Annual Veterans Awards. | 3. Guests shared their excitement and support at the Awards Ceremony. | 4. Attendees are happy to show support for our veterans and the work done by the Academy of United States Veterans. | 5. Guests enjoyed the Fourth Annual Veterans Awards. | 6. Attendees were all smiles on this wonderful night.

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AROUND TOWN of enduring friendship between the citizens of Japan and the United States. During peak blooming period of the trees, the city-wide event attracts visitors and area residents to hundreds of events in partnership with more than 30 local organizations.

The Festival is organized by the National Cherry Blossom Festival, Inc., a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting the beauty of nature and international friendship.

AACC PROFESSOR DARIAN SENN-CARTER APPOINTED TO BOWIE CITY COUNCIL The Bowie City Council appointed Anne Arundel Community College associate professor Darian Senn-Carter to represent District 3, filling a vacancy left two months ago when Councilwoman Courtney Glass stepped down. Darian, 32, is a professor at Anne Arundel Community College’s Homeland Security and Criminal Justice Institute.

He developed a mentorship program there called dents and faculty. In 2017, he won the Dr. Martin

GROUP OF ARTISTS PUSH FOR OLD BOWIE REVITALIZATION THROUGH ART

Luther King Jr. Zeitgeist Award after helping to lead

Local artists are seeking to revitalize Old Town

Aspiring Leadership Academy connecting stu-

a social justice program at the school.

Bowie by securing an arts and entertainment designation from the state, a move they hope will spark a renaissance of music, art and culture for the neighborhood. They asked the Bowie City Council to approve sending a letter of intent to apply for an arts and entertainment district designation to the Maryland State Arts Council, which has established 26 districts across the state since the program launched in 2001. The designation offers arts-related tax incentives for property owners, event venues and artists.

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WHEN WE THINK ABOUT SPRING, WE THINK ABOUT NEW BEGINNINGS. What better way to start a new beginning than searching for the perfect new home? Every spring, Chikia

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She isn’t just a fan of HGTV; she is a realtor who loves her job.

“I love the spring market. There is no better way to display a home than in the spring. I take those ideas and use them to inspire design in my own home or assist my clients with ideas for upgrades or staging,” she says.

Chikia Barnes-Thompson, realtor, CEO and team lead of the Thompson Group of Keller Williams Preferred Properties, has been with Keller Williams for more than eight years. Her passion for helping others led her and her family to a career in real estate. Chikia along with her husband, Donald Thompson, COO and co-owner; brother Hubert Barnes, realtor –buyers agent; and sister-in-law, Shanita Barnes, director of operations, make up the Thompson Group. Donald Thompson is also a home inspector with Metro Capital Home Inspections.

The team is licensed in Maryland and D.C. They serve both states, but the bulk of their business is primarily in Prince George’s County and Washington D.C. “We are a family business, and we treat our clients like family being sure to provide each of them the service we provide to our own family,” Chikia says.

The Thompson Group specializes in new construction, move-up sellers/buyers, short sales and investment properties. They offer incentives for purchasing new construction and to military service members. They are a military family themselves who have a desire to help all families—especially those in the military—find the perfect home to fit their needs.

“Keller Williams Preferred Properties is the No. 1 real estate agency in Prince George’s County; there are more than 500 agents total,” Chikia says. “And the Thompson Group is one of the top 10 producers in the office. We help a lot of people. There are a lot of military families coming in and out of the area, first-time homebuyers and young families looking to start their life. We enjoy helping people. That’s what we are in this for. When you find your purpose, you run a purpose-driven business. It’s easy. I don’t have a hard time waking up in the morning to help our clients. It’s what I love to do. It really does make a difference when you love your job.”

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that offers services through its subsidiaries, WOW 1 DAY PAINTING Central Maryland and Maid Pro Cleaning Bowie. They also offer interior design consultations.

Owner Donald Ray has always had a passion for design.

“I have decorated my own home, doing the painting, window treatments and decor on my own. It finally came to the point where I wanted to be doing what I was passionate about full-time. I have always wanted to be an employer and bring jobs to the community. I have 15 employees so far. It is the most challenging thing that I have done in my life,” Donald says.

When someone is looking to enhance their home to improve their living environment or to prepare to sell or rent their home, the least costly way is painting. It gives your home a refresh; it gives it a new aura. A deep cleaning can also refresh your home as part of your spring cleaning.

Genesis Home Enhancement has a big emphasis on the customer experience and going beyond a customer’s expectations.

“I want you to feel that we did an exceptional job. We want our clients to call back if there is anything else they need. I am the face of the business; I meet the clients, I drop in to stay in touch with the customers, I want to meet any issues head-on and to make the clients feel trust,” Donald says. “I want the customer to see us finished and say, “‘wow.’”

Along with world-class customer service, Genesis and its subsidiaries use eco-friendly products inside your home. WOW 1 DAY PAINTING offers all services that come with painting your home such as painting, drywall installation and necessary repairs. They use low-VOC paint. Toxins called volatile organic compounds (VOC) are present in all paint, but low- or zero-VOC are better for your home, your health and the environment. WOW 1 DAY PAINTING offers best coverage, high-durability and high-quality low- or zero-VOC paints.

Customers can move back in the same day painting is finished.

Maid Pro Cleaning Bowie offers cleaning services with environmentally friendly cleaning products in regards to things like odors and chemical emissions. Every product has been personally approved to ensure they are safe.

Customer experience and comfort level are important when having someone new come into your home. Donald ensures his clients get the best treatment possible. They start with a cleaning estimate and go from there.

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In the midst of spring, beauty is all around.

What is more beautiful than spending time embracing all that spring has to offer? Visionary Leneé Valentine showcases the beauty of nature with an intimate garden party that will make even Mother Nature jealous.

Leneé, CEO and creative director of Leneé Valentine Weddings & Events, understands how to capture the magic and the beauty of spring.

“There’s something so magical about every season. However, when it comes to spring, you come up with fresh, new ideas that are somewhat giving birth to the newness of everything around us—the scents, the flowers, the fresh air, the pastel colors, the beginning of all things new,” she says.

Her work has been showcased in various venues across the United States. With more than 20 years of experience, Leneé is highly sought-after for her event planning and styling expertise. Her creative eye, original designs and professionalism have afforded her the opportunities to work with many local businesses as well as celebrity-level event designers.

“I was fired from a job that I didn’t much care for. While on the long ride home, my friend told me that it was now or never. Either you can make a company with the talents that you possess or not. He said if all else failed that I could always go back to doing what I was doing previously someplace else. That was the birthing of my company.”

The company is located in the DMV, however, they service the entire United States and will travel internationally to create the perfect celebration. For a gorgeous spring garden party, it starts with the guests.

“For me, it starts with the guest list, then I move to what emotions I would like to stimulate during the dinner party, followed by what pieces I will need to create or add or hire to bring my visions to life including live music, fresh florals, exquisite table setting decor, personalization items for each of my guests, custom menu cards, custom tokens,” she says.

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“People always remember how you made them feel. My passion is being able to create magical moments for clients that they will have for a lifetime and to be a part of special celebrations in the life of my clients as their dreams and fairytales begin to come to light.”

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THIS MAY, DR. DELORES PITTMAN WILL HAVE BEEN

see and know what I know. If I say a filling needs to be changed,

PRACTICING IN THE DENTAL FIELD FOR 30 YEARS.

I want them to see a picture of their tooth on an 18-by-24 screen

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then say, “yeah, we need to fix that.’ We are also the provider of

Mitchellville and now in Bowie.

Lumineers and Invisalign,” Dr. Pittman says.

“I am a resident of Bowie, and I have been living in Bowie since 2000. I have lived in PG County since 1990. I love Bowie,

Dr. Pittman also reminds people that overall medical health and wellness should include regular dental care.

and it is a beautiful community of very caring, warm, hospi-

“There is a population of patients that have medical issues

table people who care about one another,” Dr. Pittman says.

that can be better managed if their dental health in order.

While Dr. Pittman specializes in cosmetic dentistry, Pride

When a patient needs surgery or a transplant, they need a

Dental is a family dental practice. They serve patients of all

dental clearance,” Dr. Pittman says. “The instructions from

ages and have families come in that grow with them from

the doctor are to treat infections, remove abscessed teeth and

young children to adults.

remove teeth with gum disease. This is particularly true with

“Patients appreciate the thoroughness for their exams, and

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my concern to insert myself into the equation and get the teeth

with my patients. I also believe that people don’t care about

cleaned up. It will be that much better down the line.”

how much you know until they know how much you care. My first emphasis is to address that person’s needs even if it is

At the end of the day, Dr. Pittman wants to put her patients at ease.

not related to dental issues. It’s great if there is a dental issue

“The fear of dental treatment is very real for people. People

I can fix, but this is part of patient care of the whole person.

recognize when you put their needs in front of your own

I try to make the patients comfortable and feel at home. It

desire to make money. People want a doctor they can trust.”

makes a difference in their whole demeanor to feel relaxed.”

Dr. Pittman is a native Washingtonian. She graduated from McKinley High School. She went to Tuskegee Institute

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make their handbags in small

Body Polish “I love a good

batches with ethical sensibility.”

body scrub, and I’m willing to

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spend more money if it makes

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my skin feel super soft. It

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sloughs away dead skin but

Toner ”This toner helps me

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still makes me feel hydrated.

balance my pH levels after

Sephora, $34

cleansing, and I really love how smooth and soft my

02 | Lavanila The Healthy

skin feels after using this.”

Deodorant “I was on the

Sephora, $34

hunt for the best natural 05 06

and organic deodorant, but

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it was hard to find one that

Brushes ”This collection is

was effective. This deodor-

so affordable and easy to

ant has a fresh vanilla scent

use—perfect for someone who

and so far, long-lasting odor

is a beginner with applying

and

makeup.” EcoTools.com, $8.99

wetness

protection.”

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Sephora, $14 0 7 | Everlane ”I try to avoid 0 3 | Ten Over Ten Rose

buying

Cuticle Oil “I rarely wear col-

invest in classic everyday

ored nail polish these days,

staples. Everlane has a great

but I still like to my hands to

ethical approach to fashion.”

look hydrated and healthy.

Everlane.com, $18

‘fast

fashion’

and

The applicator is a tiny roll-

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erball so I can easily press

0 8 | Cuyana Leather Travel

over my cuticles and mas-

Case in blush ”A friend gifted

sage for a mini treatment.”

this set to me for my 30th birth-

Follain.com, $26

day, and I absolutely love the leather cases. I use them when

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I travel to store my makeup,

Clutch “I love that the brand

and I also use the smaller

is based on the woman-de-

one to take in my work tote.”

signed and owned, and they

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experience necessary, and all the sup-

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Ending multiple sclerosis for good will take all of us.

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NOW I LAY ME DOWN TO SLEEP DR. MICHAEL D. GATSON SHARES HIS BOOK ON HELPING CHILDREN UNDERSTAND FAMILY MEMBERS COPING WITH PTSD

PTSD symptoms, and Chase is struggling to understand his father’s reactions. His mother lovingly explains the symptoms of PTSD and how people are affected by it.

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