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Artistry Beauty Studios

by | January 30, 2013 | Featured Artist | 8 Comments

I am a fan of "all things Janet."  Janet Chacon is the woman with a plan.  She has been my hair stylist since I arrived in Arizona in 2010.   She is a no-nonsense business woman who is focused on doing big things.  Her energy is contagious and...
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Brush & Bottle

by | May 10, 2014 | Featured Artist | 2 Comments

My mom and I used to talk on the phone or Skype every day.  If I got in my car to run an errand, I called her.  If I became bored while sitting at home, I called her.  We were always talking about something.  When she passed, everything was quiet....
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Headliners

by | November 13, 2012 | Featured Artist | 3 Comments

I love art, and it is always fun to feature local artists.  I am so impressed by LaRon and Ursula Cook who began their journey as entrepreneurs when LaRon decided he wanted to open Headliners, a barber shop with an atmosphere that is conducive to families. This couple...
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K.Wilkins Photography

by | September 18, 2013 | Featured Artist | 4 Comments

I love photography.  I purchased a Nikon a couple of years ago while telling myself over and over again that I would learn how to use every feature.  Well, that never happened.  I learned a few key things about photography during my visit at Miraval...
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Fit & Fab With Tasha Morrison

by | September 4, 2013 | Featured Artist | 10 Comments

I had the privilege of hanging out with Tasha Morrison, an awesome AFAA certified personal trainer that I have lovingly dubbed, "Miss Fit and Fab."   Tasha is currently in Tucson, but she will be taking her love of fitness to Houston, Texas in October.  She...
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Marina Village at Atlantis

by | July 10, 2023 | Travel, Featured Artist | 0 Comments

During our stay at Atlantis, we spent a lot of time at Marina Village. Marina Village has beautiful shops, local artists, and great restaurants. They also have Ben & Jerry's, which my kids loved. This is the most expensive Ben & Jerry's I have ever visited....
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Fashion Week S/S 2013

by | October 9, 2012 | Fashion, Featured Artist | 0 Comments

I am so excited about Tonya Strozier’s trip to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week S/S 2013.  She had a blast as she worked with Rudy Miles of Beauty by Rudy for designer Zang Toi’s runway show.  Tonya flew out of Tucson to New York on Saturday, September 8th.  She attended...
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Strength + Humility

by | January 1, 2023 | Article, Featured Artist | 0 Comments

Today is officially the first day of 2023, and I spent my first waking hours saying goodbye to my Mother-In-Love and Father-In-Love as they left for Louisiana this morning. I hated to see them go, but I know they have to get back home. My family and I got dressed and...
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Woman In Motion

by | October 24, 2011 | Fashion, Featured Artist | 3 Comments

Meet Tonya Strozier ---  wife, loving mother, entrepreneur and stylist.  There’s no doubt this woman has her hands full, but she still finds time to follow her passion and pave her way to the top. Tonya and I met in 2009 during my first trip to Arizona and...
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Pink Noire Beauty Supply

by | April 4, 2025 | Featured Artist, Article | 0 Comments

I took a short trip to Memphis, Tennessee with my little one, and we met a beautiful young lady, Chasity Monroe, who is owner of the only female, black-owned beauty supply store in Memphis. Pink Noire Beauty Supply was founded by Chasity in April of 2022. Chasity...
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The Sage Lounge

The Sage Lounge

by | Feb 9, 2025 | 0 Comments

I just attended a Girls' Night In Galentine's event at The Sage Lounge, which is an amazing space...

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Fabian Forte

Fabian Forte

by | Apr 14, 2013 | 0 Comments

Today, I had a long conversation with one of my childhood friends, Fabian Forte.  Fabian and...

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Headliners

Headliners

by | Nov 13, 2012 | 3 Comments

I love art, and it is always fun to feature local artists.  I am so impressed by LaRon and Ursula...

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Beautiful Soul

Beautiful Soul

by | Oct 17, 2012 | 2 Comments

"Amazing" does not come close to describing the beauty of the designs created by my good friend,...

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