Apologies to Mrs. Recy Taylor

It's been a long time coming but, finally Alabama native Recy Taylor is receiving apologies from her home state for the mishandling of her 1944 rape case.

Earlier this week the house came to a unanimous voice vote while issuing "deepest sympathies and solemn regrets' to Recy Taylor.

According to theroot.com, ninety-one-year-old Recy Taylor, who now resides in Florida, was raped by six white men while walking home from church in Abbeville, Alabama. This case landed in the hands of the NAACP activist and anti-rape crusader Rosa Parks, whose main focus at that time was sexual assaults again Black women in the Jim Crow south. Although, the case made international headlines the assailants were never punished. Now, sixty seven years later, Recy Taylor is now getting her fair apologies. Although, it will never take away from the pain and memory of that day it can be looked at as a step forward and a needed reminder of our history.

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Women in the Arts Museum

Have you ever been to Washington, DC? Well I haven't, but when I do go to visit, I will definitely take some time out to visit the National Museum of Women in the Arts.

The National Museum of Women in the Arts, in Washington, DC, is the only museum in the world that focuses on the achievements of women artists. The museum's permanent collection includes more than 3,000 works of art, from sculpture to paintings to photography, and covers the 16th through 21st centuries.

Isn't that cool?! I wish there was one in NY, but now I have a reason to travel. In the closing of National Women's History Month, I hope you've all been inspired to learn more about the great things the women of this world accomplish! Here are some works from the NMWA. Happy viewing.

Visit the NMWA website for more information

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Women in the World Summit

The Women in the World Summit took place this past weekend in NYC. With women sharing their stories and solutions to the problems they face, it was a moment of empowerment during Women's History Month. Jewelry designer, David Yurman took part in the Women in the World summit by hosting the auction to help raise funds for organizations that make a difference in the lives of women and girls. Not only is the winning bidder supporting a cause they believe in, but this person is also bidding on something one-of-a-kind. David Yurman cordially invites the winner and guests for a special afternoon, featuring unique access into the world of the premiere luxury jewelry and timepiece designer and an exclusive presentation of his collections.

Doesn't that sound like a treat! The winning bidder and two guests will have an Upper East Side French lunch, and then visit the David Yurman Townhouse on Madison Avenue for an intimate presentation of jewels from David Yurman’s Limited Edition and Couture collections. In addition, she will receive a limited edition David Yurman Infinity gold and diamond necklace, customized to celebrate Women in the World 2011. This exceptional limited edition piece will be one that only this person and her two friends will own, reminding them of the unity and bond shared as women and a priceless treasure to always remember the day and of the winning bidder's generous contribution.

Let us spread love and celebrate the success, strength and power of women around the world.
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"Georgia" - A One Woman Show

If you didn't know it was Women's History Month, you should by now. Let us take you to Georgia...not literally, but if you enjoy theater, this may be a show you don't want to miss. Georgia is a one-woman play about a young couple who revels in the dangers and complexities of love. The play investigates the windows of good, evil and the sometimes blurry lines in between. Forcing an analysis of opposing view points in relation to one another, Georgia opens the door on one of the most taboo interactions between a man and a woman.

Georgia was produced by our friend Kevin Benoit of Parlé Entertainment. He's known for putting together great poetry events in NYC. Fariso Jordan, who holds the leading role in Georgia, is an actress and playwright who is avidly invested in the condition of the world. Fariso Jordan directs her creative talents towards telling stories that matter. She is a committed to engaging her passion and inventiveness to create multi-sensory experiences that shift the spirits of her audience members.

With these two joining forces, you can only imagine how much of a great production you're in for.

If you're interested in seeing Georgia, you can catch it on
Sat. March 26th at 7pm || Sun. March 27th at 6pm || Mon. March 28th at 7pm
at the Nuyorican Poets Café
$10 w/Student ID, $15 General Admission

For more information visit www.FarisoJordan.com

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Women of The Revolution

In honor of International Women's Day, Egyptian women took to the streets of Tahrir Square demanding equal rights and an end to sexual harassment. But, according to google.com the women of Egypt were not met with open arms but were instead taunted by crowds of men and harassed.This a painful reminder that sexual harassment is still widespread throughout Egypt, despite their progressive movement and overthrow of oppressive President Hosni Mubarak last month. The progressive movement in which many Egyptian women took part in and helped contribute to its success. Now eyeask the question while we celebrate Women's History Month...

Who will celebrate, support and fight for the women of the revolution?

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WHM Spotlight: Maudene Nelson

We love everyday heroes don’t we?

In honor of Women’ s History Month, International Women's Day and Nutrition Awareness Month, the next lady in the spotlight is Maudene Nelson. As a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator and Director of Community Outreach at Columbia University’s Institute of Human Nutrition, her expertise has saved the lives of many. Just last November, Nelson was featured in Essence Magazine, giving tips on common mistakes we make in our fridge, and healthier ways to shop for food.

She also takes time to inform others in the community about ways to lose weight and how important it is to be aware of your own bad habits. When she partnered with Sister-to-Sister International Inc., an organization geared toward maintaining the wellness of women of color, she provided several guidelines on how to shed pounds at a health fair.

You know I was going to share:

1. Write Everything You Eat Down.
2 Measure your food: you can use cups and spoons as a reference.
3. Make a calorie goal.
4. 4Plan your meals.
5. Eat you favorite foods: happy eyes = happy stomachs.
6. Get a buddy: share weight loss tips, compete friendly, and encourage one another.
7 Aim for variety: vary your choices, try a different cereal, etc.
8. Make substitutions when possible.
9. Embellish: grated parmesan over your food, a paper umbrella for your drink, etc.
10. Blue Moon Rule: every once in a while, treat yourself.

We are thankful to Maudene Nelson’s many contributions to her community and beyond.

Do you know a female who is a making a difference near you?
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BOSS Ladies Are Too Deep

Our eyes were in attendance at Barnard College this past weekend for an event that was Too Deep. The Barnard Organization of Soul Sisters (BOSS) was founded in 1968. As a student organization dedicated to celebrating black womanhood, they highlight important issues in the Afro-American community at Barnard and Columbia. BOSS also fosters fellowship in the form of sisterhood among women of color.


In the midst of celebrating women,  BOSS had Too Deep give a presentation on racism, sex, sisterhood, and more. Too Deep Entertainment is a multi-cultural performing arts group committed to empowering and educating the community, fostering social change, and positively influencing the knowledge, behaviors and attitudes of its audiences. Their mission is to "educate and empower through entertainment." And they do exactly that wherever they perform.

Learn more about Too Deep Entertainment here

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WHM Spotlight: Toni Morrison

Today, our spotlight is on Toni Morrison.

Why? For her stellar accomplishments in the world of African American Literature.

Toni Morrison is a Nobel Prize and Pulitzer Prize-winning American novelist, editor, and professor.

Her novels are known for their epic themes, vivid dialogue, and richly detailed black characters. Among her best known novels are The Bluest Eye, Song of Solomon and Beloved.

Morrison began writing fiction as part of an informal group of poets and writers at Howard University who met to discuss their work. She went to one meeting with a short story about a black girl who longed to have blue eyes. The story later evolved into her first novel, The Bluest Eye (1970), which she wrote while raising two children and teaching at Howard.

Her list of works, nominations, and awards go on and on. We salute Ms. Morrison for her accomplishments and the dent she's made in our world. She's definitely worth a Women's History Month Spotlight!




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WHM Trivia: She Freed 2000+

Let's put your knowledge to test and see how much you know about Women's History. This woman was a Presbyterian missionary, who advocated for social justice. She rescued and educated more than 2,000 Chinese slave girls and women during her ministry, in San Francisco, from 1895 to 1934. Who is she?

The correct answer is "A" Donaldina Cameron (1869-1968). Find out more about Donaldina Cameron here.

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Happy National Women's History Month

Our History is Our Strength

Our shared history unites families, communities, and nations. Although women’s history is intertwined with the history shared with men, several factors - social, religious, economic, and biological - have worked to create a unique sphere of women's history.

Just in case you didn't know that March was National Women's History Month, now you know! elleELLEeye will be sharing posts on some phenomenal women that have gone without recognition, along with those who have made a tremendous impact in our history.

The stories of women’s achievements are integral to the fabric our history. Learning about women’s tenacity, courage, and creativity throughout the centuries is a tremendous source of strength.

Until relatively recently, this sphere of women's history was overlooked and undervalued. Women’s achievements were often distorted, disdained, and denied. But, knowing women’s stories provides essential role models for everyone. And role models are genuinely needed to face the extraordinary changes and unrelenting challenges of the 21st century.

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Return to Substance with 'Winnie'

What happened those good ole good black films? You know the ones I'm talking about, those of a classic/powerful nature. Where are the movies like Waiting to Exhale, The Best Man, Soul Food, Brown Sugar, Ali, Above the Rim, and Malcolm X, where are those movies that told our story in so many variations? Now I would be remiss if I didn't give credit where credit is due. Tyler Perry has done his part to carry the torch lit by the likes of Melvin Van Peebles, The Hughes Brothers, and John Singleton. And now, Darrell James Roodt is honoring Winnie Mandela.

It is up to us to inspire the creative minds amongst us, and support those who share their energy with us. This is where initiative comes to fruition, and legacy can be maintained. Similar to the story of one of the most recognizable and influential black women in history.

Based on the relationship of Winnie and Nelson Mandela; starring Jennifer Hudson and Terrence Howard, Winnie focuses on the untold story of Winnie Mandela. There is no release date has been set as of yet. Check out the trailer for the biographical film, 'Winnie':

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Women's effFIRST

And the First Grammy Award Winning Female Rapper is...


Besides being a queen, Queen Latifah has made a big impact in almost every genre of the entertainment business if you ask me. She's a singer, actress, model, spokesperson for Covergirl Cosmetics (with her own line - the Queen Collection), and so much more. Kudos to Queen Latifah for being a Woman, a Phenomenal Woman!

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Running For President

Victoria Woodhull

In 1871, the flamboyant "free love" advocate, journalist and investment counselor , Victoria Woodhull, declared herself a candidate for president representing the Equal Rights Party.

Her platform included an eight-hour work day, graduated income tax, and new divorce law. Since women could not yet vote, her campaign did not get far.

Aren't women great?!

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Graduating Nails

A Twist on the Ombre or Gradation Manicure
Have you seen the ombre manicure that was featured in InStyle Magazine? Well there are many ways that you can play with your nails, but this one seems like it's a keeper. I've grown an obsession with having my nails painted all of the time despite my retail job having them looked chewed up within 48 hours. So here's a new and cool way to do your nails with graduating colors!

The idea here is to custom blend varying shades of the same color, working across your hand from lightest to darkest. However this is a different route than the method suggested by InStyle. Rather than combine pure white polish into a dark lacquer, having to create 4 separate mixes, you can chose a light green and a dark green with similar color traits and blended them to create the mid-tone hues.

Products and Tools:
*Two polishes/Nail Lacquer of the same color family (the lightest & darkest)

*Disposable bowls to mix shades
*Toothpicks (for mixing)


*Clean nail polish brush.

Tips
*Have your nails prepped with base coat applied before beginning.
*Apply the polish as soon as it is mixed. Exposure to air will cause it to thicken quickly and dry shortly after.
*Mix the lightest color first and apply immediately before moving on.
*Clean your brush with remover between colors to avoid streaks from previously mixed polishes.
*Regarding my formulas below, I remove the brush from the bottle without wiping it against the sides and the amount that drips off equals one drop.

Note: Because this is a demo there are only mixed colors for the middle and ring fingers (the thumb is left out). You will want to mix three shades for a full manicure.

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T2R: "Make the Women Happy"

What Women Think of What You Do

For thousands of years, men have tried to understand the rules when dealing with women. Finally, this merit - demerit guide will help you to understand just how it works. Remember, in the world of romance, one single rule applies: Make the woman happy.

Do something she likes, and you get points.
Do something she dislikes and points are subtracted.
You don’t get any points for doing something she expects.
Sorry, that’s the way the game is played.
Here is a guide to the points system:

Simple Duties
You make the bed: +1
You make the bed, but forget to add the decorative pillows: -1
You throw the bedspread over rumpled sheets: -1
You leave the toilet seat up: -5
You replace the toilet paper roll when it is empty: 0
When the toilet paper roll is barren, you resort to Kleenex: -1
When the Kleenex runs out you use the next bathroom: -2
You go out to buy her extra-light panty liners with wings: +5
in the snow: +8
but return with beer: -5
and no liners: -25
You check out a suspicious noise at night: +2
You check out a suspicious noise and it is nothing: 0
You check out a suspicious noise and it is something: +5
You pummel it with a six iron: +10
It’s her cat: -50

At a party
You stay by her side the entire party: 0
You stay by her side for a while then go to chat with a friend from school: -2
Named Tiffany: -4
Tiffany is now a dancer: -10
With breast implants: -18

Her Birthday
You remember her birthday: 0
You buy a card and flowers: 0
You take her out to dinner: 0
You take her out to dinner and it’s not a sports bar: +1
It is a sports bar: -2
And it’s all-you-can-eat night: -3
And your face is painted the colors of your favorite team: -10

A night out with the boys
You go out with a pal: 0
The pal is happily married: +1
The pal is single: -7
He drives a Ferrari: -10
With a personalized license plate (GR8 NBED): -15

A night out with her
You take her to a movie: +2
You take her to a movie she likes: +4
You take her to a movie you hate: +6
You take her to a movie you like: -2
It’s called Death Cop III: -3
Which features Cyborgs that eat humans: -9
You lied and said it was a foreign film about orphans: -15

Your physique
You develop a noticeable pot belly: -15
You develop a noticeable pot belly & exercise to get rid of it: +10
You resort to loose jeans and baggy Hawaiian shirts: -30
You say, “It doesn’t matter, you have one too.”: -800

The big question
She asks, “Does this dress make me look fat?”
You hesitate in responding: -10
You reply, “Where?”: -35
You reply, “No, I think it’s your ass”: -100
Any other response: -20

Communication
When she wants to talk about a problem:
You listen, displaying a concerned expression: 0
You listen, for over 30 minutes: +5
You relate to her problem and share a similar experience: +50
You’re mind wanders to sports and you suddenly hear her saying “well, what do you think I should do?”: -100
You have fallen asleep: -200

It’s that time of the month
You talk: -100
You don’t talk: -150
You spend time with her: -200
You don’t spend time with her: -500

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eyeAsk: What makes a woman a woman?

Please respond openly and honestly.

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"The Joy in My Feet, I'm A Woman"

Phenomenal Woman: Check out this 17-year old dancer from the Southern Strut Dance Company. It's a nicely choreographed piece to Maya Angelou's "Phenomenal Woman". Happy watching!

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Phenomenal, wasn't it?

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WHM: Phenomenal Woman

March marks the beginning of Woman's History Month, So I choose to remind everyone of this poem written by Maya Angelou. I'm sure we have all heard it many times, but It never looses it's value. Please enjoy this Phenomenal poem, written by a phenomenal woman.


PHENOMENAL WOMAN Pretty women wonder where my secret lies. I'm not cute or built to suit a fashion model's size
But when I start to tell them, They think I'm telling lies. I say, It's in the reach of my arms The span of my hips, The stride of my step, The curl of my lips. I'm a woman Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman, That's me. I walk into a room Just as cool as you please, And to a man, The fellows stand or Fall down on their knees. Then they swarm around me, A hive of honey bees.
I say, It's the fire in my eyes, And the flash of my teeth, The swing in my waist, And the joy in my feet. I'm a woman Phenomenally. Phenomenal woman, That's me.

Men themselves have wondered What they see in me. They try so much But they can't touch My inner mystery. When I try to show them They say they still can't see. I say, It's in the arch of my back, The sun of my smile, The ride of my breasts, The grace of my style. I'm a woman Phenomenally. Phenomenal woman, That's me. Now you understand Just why my head's not bowed.
I don't shout or jump about Or have to talk real loud. When you see me passing It ought to make you proud. I say, It's in the click of my heels, The bend of my hair, the palm of my hand, The need of my care, 'Cause I'm a woman Phenomenally. Phenomenal woman,
That's me.

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