Prevention is better than cure!

Hello out there!

I have been AWOL for a while...unfortunately, I lost my dearest, closest aunt to breast cancer. I hate cancer, with a passion.

I believe in order to fight back, we have to get screened, that is, for those cancer-causing ailments that we can now screen for. Early detection is very important!

If you are a female, it is important to know that at age 40, you should get a baseline screening mammogram of both breasts, and continue every year after. Don't forget your monthly breast exam! At 50, please get a colonoscopy, it screens for colon cancer, after that, get it done every ten years afterward. It is also good to know that once you are sexually active as a female, you have to get a Pap smear, this screens for cervical cancer - no matter how old you are. Some strains of HPV (human papillomavirus) cause cervical cancer. However, if you have not become sexually active, please start at an age that you are most comfortable with, preferably in your early 20s. It is important to know your family history, especially of both parents. If you have a parent with any cancer, please start screening for the same cancer approximately 10years before they were diagnosed.

I know that this might seem like a lot of information, but if you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask! You can ask me, or better yet, ask your PCM (Primary Care Manager/Primary Care Provider/Doctor/Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner). If you don't have one, go to a free clinic. If you don't know the closest one to you, google it.

I know that I'm talking from a U.S. perspective. There are some areas in the world that healthcare is not accessible. If this applies to you, send me some feedback, there can be someone or somewhere that i can refer you to.

Men, I have not forgotten about you! Just in case you're a male and just happen to stumble on this blog, I also have some pertinent info on screening for you. If you are of African descent or African American, get a baseline blood test for Prostate Cancer. It's called a PSA (prostate specific antigen), at the age of 40. If you are having problems with urination, groin pain, weight loss (without the intention of losing weight by exercising and dietary changes), please get a prostate exam. If your father or brother has had prostate issues or cancer, please let a healthcare professional know, you might need to get screened. Also, don't forget to get a colonoscopy at age 50, and then if normal, get it done very ten years afterward.

Well, that was a lot to take in! But, please follow through with this. Like I said earlier, "Prevention is better than cure".

Have a better day and a gorgeous week ahead!

Ciao.

Divine Touch Photography...

I have been blessed with the best of friends, and of them is Toyin. On her birthday, I treated her to a mini makeover and a photo-shoot by me!

LOL! I am slowly transitioning into a world of photography, and it is quite complicated yet exciting. Check out my work!

Jersey Wedding

I have provided makeup and gele services for so many wonderful brides, but I have to say, Taiwo is my favorite to date. She's such a sweetheart, and has a heart of platinum (far better than gold). I had the pleasure of spending the day with her, and her twin, during the traditional engagement, and then the wedding.

Mr. Ola Akanbi was the photog. Love his personality. Check him out at: http://www.olaakanbi.com

Wedding in Waxahachie, Texas

It was a gorgy day, nice and warm in Texas...

I met Shola at a client's wedding. She liked my work so much that she inquired about my services. I have never met a bride that smiled so much. Look at her pics, and you'll see what I mean. I had a blast at the traditional engagement and wedding!

Of course, I have to definitely give a shout out to one of the finest photos, Funmi | Omojesu | S67 Photography: http://www.s67photoblog.com. He made the day so enjoyable, it was great working with him.

Check out the pics.

Happy New Year...

Wow! It's been a while..and I have missed you.

Since last year, I must say that I have been at work. I'll share some of them with you.

A few words of advice:
- don't live in regret.
- carpe diem!
- follow your heart.
- live your dream.
- love unconditionally.
- laugh at yourself!
- forgive freely.

I hope these words inspire you as they inspire me. This year, I hope to accomplish every one of them.
Oh! One more. If you haven't, please tell your loved ones that you love them, tomorrow is not promised.


Muah!

MUA & Gele artistry

Hello There!

Just a few pics of my gele and make up escapade...more to come!

credits: photog by dotun of dotunsblog.com



gele-rrific!




gele & make up done by temi of divine touch artistry



ModelMayhem.com - DivineTouchArtistry - Makeup Artist - Laurel, Maryland, US

ModelMayhem.com - DivineTouchArtistry - Makeup Artist - Laurel, Maryland, US

twenty twelve

Happy New Year!!

It has been a longtime coming. [sigh]. About three years ago, i introduced my blog...this is a continuation of where i paused.

A whole lot has happened! I got married, and i am constantly evolving. :) I have a strong feeling that this year is going to be a great one! There's a "newness" about it. Of course, this year, i will bring more to the blog, including my makeup journey and quest to improve my photog skills.

So...stay tuned!

Introduction & Engagement

In the Yoruba culture of Nigeria, West Africa, there is a ceremony and celebration we call an "Engagement".

This takes place after the couple's relatives have already met, introduced one another, and the lady's family has agreed to the gentleman's marriage proposal (This process is called an Introduction). The engagement is also known as the traditional marriage ceremony...

Most women of the Yoruba culture look forward to their engagement ceremony...the beautiful beads, laces, and their GELE, lol, and make-up of course!

Below is a picture of a beautiful bride during her engaement..gele & make-up done by, yours truly :)

I'm ba-ack!!

Summer summer summer time!!!

Love the weather, and the atmosphere... Weddings everywhere! Had the pleasure (i always start with that, don't i) of working with a beautiful bride...here are her pics!