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They way I see it, everyone is entitled to the joys and hardships of married life ^ _^   Since being married comes with certain legal benefits outside of religious practices, I think its only fair that everyone gets this opportunity. In solidarity with the movement, I wore my favourite RED winter scarf to work . Star ting today Tuesday March 26th 2 013 and through Wednesday March 27th 2013, the United States Supreme Court will be hearing... I believe... 2 cases  on the use of the term "marriage" and other issues surrounding this subject. You can find out  more about this Human Rights Campaign by clicking here Remember, this is a Democracy. Exercise you're rights as a citizen by making your voice heard.

Africa and the world of English literature lost a great writer here in Boston (Brown University). Professor Chinua Achebe 1930 - 2013 . Photo Credit : The Boston Globe Photo Credit: Aljazeera As an avid reader, I grew up reading books from all over the world. Everything from  Nancy Drew, the Hardy Boys, Agatha Christie, Sherlock Holmes, Jane Eye and etc. But as a young african girl, I could never relate to the stories. His books were the first ones to make me feel like I could identify with the characters. The backdrops where based on the every day lifestyle & culture of your typical African family. Professor Achebe had a diplomatic way of articulating the biased relationship between Africa and the west. I particularly loved that tradition and cultural practice played a central role in his books.  I now feel a strong desire to re-read some of his books and rekindle the ...

I went to Addis Red Sea, for the first time for a town hall -like sior é e with Boston city council woman , Ayanna Pressley.  I loved the decor . The atmosphere transports one back to the days of king Shahryar and the cunning princess Sherehezade in 1001 Arabians Nights.  Africans In Boston team with Councilwoman Ayanna Pressley    The councilwoman, speaking about her initiatives and how her office can work with the african communities in Boston  The beautiful owner of Addis Red Sea Restaurant Addis Red Sea has 2 Locations. One on 544 Tremont St in Boston and the other on 1755 Massachusetts Ave in  Cambridge . If you have never experienced Ethiopian cuisine, I reccommend this restaurant. The staff and customer service was excellent. The owner walked around and mingled with clients to make sure everyone was accommodated.

Active Voice: Why Should Pregnant Women Exercise? By Lanay Mudd, Ph.D. Viewpoints presented in SMB commentaries reflect opinions of the authors and do not necessarily reflect positions or policies of ACSM.   Dr. Mudd is an assistant professor in the department of kinesiology at Michigan State University. With a background in both kinesiology and epidemiology, her research focuses on maternal and child health benefits of physical activity during pregnancy. In this commentary, Dr. Mudd, an ACSM member, presents her views associated with the research which she and her colleagues published in the February 2013 issue of  Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise® (MSSE) .  “It’s six o’clock, so should I sit on the couch and watch some TV or fit in a quick walk before dinner?” For many pregnant women, the answer is automatic – “I’m tired and I’m pregnant. I deserve to relax. What’s on TV?” Y et, research conducted over the past 18 years indicates that the woman who lac...

Summer Bodies are Made in Winter   SPRING ..... BACK EXERCISES I typically never do any exercises tha t mainly target the back muscles . Sometimes one of my exercise routines may involve muscles of the back but not because it was a conscious decision on my part. I'm trying to change that mentality and incoorper ate more exercise strictly focus ed on the back muscles. Why Exercise/ Strengthen the Shoulder/Back Muscles? - They are important componen ts of our gait and posture   - They contribute in stabilizing our spin e   - They are part of the core muscle groups responsible for good balance and stability Right Angle Press Image from SHAPE.com  Inverted Shoulder Press   Military Press - You can use 2 free-weights or a ba r or kettle bells or any carry able house hold items of similar weight like 2 jugs of water etc -  You can also use a jump rope Image from Rubberbanditz Image from Mi...