Keep Pink Awareness Going After Tomorrow!

Tomorrow marks Halloween and the end of October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. There have been some interesting efforts to educate women about breast cancer and prevention methods, from a Tweeting bra to the "Pink Out" of The White House. 
Ultimately, a successful awareness month keeps women alert and engaged all year long. Women who conduct monthly breast exams, limit alcohol consumption, up their fruits and veggie intake, exercise regularly and keep their weight within "normal" limits are on a good path.

What About the Children?

In light of some recent events, there is an area that is not focused on. Recently, Adrian Peterson, a Vikings NFL player tragically lost his son to violence. The mother's boyfriend beat the two year old to death. Prior to this incident, the mother reported domestic violence over a period of time... years. 

It is common to find that when communities are being educated on significant issues recognized nationally in October that normally adults are targeted. It is important for adults to be targeted as breast cancer and domestic violence directly effects them. Who else does this directly effect?

Early Bird Tickets Available for the Awesome ChariTea & Afternoon Trunk Show!

Are you hankering for a spot of tea, shopping and supporting a worthy cause? Look no further than our upcoming Afternoon ChariTEA and Trunk Show on October 13 from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Columbia, Md. 

Bonus: You can enjoy this afternoon of delectable bites, tea, and shopping on the cheap by buying your tickets now (starting Aug. 31st at midnight) for only $20. But you have to act fast and order your tickets before September 15. Once the early-bird special ends, prices go up to $27 (which is still a bargain for afternoon tea in the Washington-Baltimore region). 

Domestic Violence Attempt: Women Puts Survival Skills to the Test



  Ladies, tuning into Survival Alaska, a TV show on National Geographic, just might save your life. Recently a 25 year old woman was found alive in the Canadian woods after being reported missing for 12 days. Stephanie Beaverbones was savagely attacked by a man she recently met after being separated when the car she was in with her group of friends broke down. The group of friends split up leaving Stephanie behind with Kevin Gladue 36, a man she just met that day. Gladue allegedly sexually assaulted Stephanie leaving her with a broken jaw and concussion, but Stephanie used her quick wits to escape her attacker and ran into the nearby woods.

  After becoming disoriented, Stephanie survived in the Canadian wilderness for 12 days living off of berries and river water. She was later found by an oil worker and was reunited with her family. According to the NY Daily News, Gladue was charged with "aggravated assault, sexual assault and obstructing a peace officer in connection to the attack."

With six months left to love, what would you do? How about get married!

Photo Credit: Sly Vegas, Captiv8 Imagery

  The New York Daily News is reporting a heartbreaking story of love, courage, and cancer. San Jose CA, Couple Jen Bulik and Jeff Lang were able to turn what must have been a nightmare to a dream come true. Jen a 35 Year old hair stylist suffers from terminal Stage 4 Lung cancer and was given only 6 months to live. The couple quickly went from despair to hope when a local San Jose wedding planner Erica Ota offered to give them the wedding of their dreams.

  On a beautiful sunny day this past  July 27th  Ota partnered with 65 wedding professionals and raised over $50,000 to unite the couple in holy matrimony. All items and services were donated to the couple. The theme of the outdoor wedding was "rustic chic". As