Blog posts of '2012' 'March'

"Defining myself, as opposed to being defined by others, is one of the most difficult challenges I face." -Carol Moseley Braun (August 16, 1947 - ) Carol Elizabeth Moseley Braun is an American feminist politician and lawyer who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from 1993 to ...

This 'go anywhere, wear with anything' sash of genuine Mali mudcloth gives all the flexibility needed. No two designs are identical, and each spirited piece makes a unique statement of pride. Wear it as a scarf, a sash, a head wrap - get creative! Free form and feminine, it looks great on any figu...

"I can accept failure. Everyone fails at something. But I can't accept not trying." - Michael Jordan (February 17, 1963 - ) Michael Jeffrey Jordan is a former American professional basketball player, active entrepreneur, and majority owner of the Charlotte Bobcats. He is acclaimed...

A popular bracelet all-year round, our 2" wide Elephant Engraved Silver Cuff item #J-B013 is back in stock. This sold out for us last month and is available again now. Don't wait, stock goes quickly! The elephant signifies strength, royalty, dignity, patience, wisdom, longevity, and happiness. A...

This recipe can be done with chicken, shrimp, or crab. It also goes well with tomato chutney and onion hot sauce. For shrimp or crab, use 1 pound. Prep time is about 20 minutes and cook time is 40 minutes. Ingredients you'll need: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves ga...

Craving more culture? For exotic luxury, wrap your waist in these new belts adorned with the ever-popular cowrie shell! Found in the islands of the Indian Ocean, the beloved cowrie shell has been a part of African culture for centuries. The cowrie has many different meanings and uses, showing up ...

A lot of people are aware of the many all-over body benefits in taking a bath using Himalayan rock salt; but did you know that you can also eat it, too? Himalayan sea salt is completely unprocessed and free of any additives. The abundant minerals (over 80) and pure taste make this salt more flavor...

March 10th is Harriet Tubman Day. Here are some fast facts about this amazing African-American woman who helped hundreds of slaves to freedom: 1. Harriet Tubman was born Araminta Ross around 1820 near Bucktown, Maryland. Her exact date and place of birth is unknown because she was a slave and o...