Top 10 Most Read Post of 2012

While we’re grateful for a brand new year and all the wonderful things that God has in store for us individually and collectively. However 2012 was a very good year for BOND Inc. Our readers were really checking us out this year. Want to know the top 10 post of 2012? Go ahead and knock yourself out.

Am I My Sister’s Keeper  –Guest Blogger Stephania Vereen

Best Hopeless Romantic Love Story Contest- Meet the Belvin Family

Best Hopeless Romantic Love Story Contest- Meet the Metcalfe Family

January 2013 BOND Gathering- “The Law of Attraction”

Grief and Forgiveness For the Daddies Little Girl That Never Was –Guest Blogger Stephania Vereen

Want to Join the BOND Sisterhood-BOND Member Benefits Explained

Best Hopeless Romantic Love Story Contest-Meet the Hughes Family

Great Template on How to Apply Eyeshadow

Product Review: Knot on My Watch

We Are Just So Sad!!! We Can’t Seem To Sit Still

Natural & All- Making It Up As We Go!!!

To all my makeup enthusiasts. If you’re like me, you like to save a dollar or two whenever you can. Why spend tons of money on high priced items when you can find the same if not comparable item in a different brand.

 

Lean in a little closer I want to share something with you. You there? Ok so here goes. A dear sisterfriend in my makeup group Making It Up and fellow makeup enthusiast Turtle(you should check out her page “Turtle Loves Beauty”) shared this great website Temptalia with us. This site provides tons of information and makeup alternatives. Check it out. Better yet…keep this site as one of your favorites. You’ll be up to all the makeup dupes!!! Now you can never say I never gave you anything. Don’t’ worry thank me later. Take a gander and tell me what you think.

Until Next Time

PS. Be sure to be apart of the Making It Up Facebook Group, Go over and visit my girl Turtle Loves Beauty Page, Add to your collection of sites Temptalia and most importantly be sure to share this page with others.

Oh yeah one more thing come join us for the Sisterhood Getaway coming up in May. Click here for all the dets.  RSVPs are rolling in and there are only a limited number of rooms available. You'll be so mad you missed this trip. I PROMISE YOU!!!

Natural Hair Agenda Series-Flax Seeds a Chemical-Free Alternative to Hair Gel

Flaxseed or linseed comes from Linum usitatissimum, a blue flowered plant. Flax seeds are thought to have originated in the ancient Middle East during biblical times. Historians have traced its cultivation in Babylon as early as 3000 BC.

Since 1994, Canada has held the position of the world's leader in the production and export of flax.  They are an important source of polyunsaturated fatty acids, including Omega-3, plus Magnesium, Zinc and dietary fiber. Flax seeds can be bought in health food stores and can be found in grocery store health food sections. 

Flax oil from flax seed is the richest known source of linolenic acid. Flax seed contains protein, mucilage, phytosterols and lignans, which are naturally included at 100 times the level of wheat bran (the next best source). The benefits of eating flax seed include lowering total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol.

It is also helpful in conditions related to the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, disorders of the heart and blood vessels, including high cholesterol, the treatment of sore throat, upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) and can be applied to the skin for acne, burns, boils, eczema and psoriasis.

Many natural hair wearers have been making their own styling gel from flax seeds. Flax Seed gel is a great alternative for those seeking a natural hair gel. It enhances curls, controls frizz and does not flake or harden.

The mucilage in the seeds produce a gel when the seeds are boiled. Aloe vera or carrier oils can be mixed with flax seed gel for added moisture, as well as essential oils which will enhance the gel’s properties and preserve the mixture for up to three weeks.

Make your own flax seed gel …

Tools:

1 cup water
2 tablespoons of flax seeds
Saucepan
Measuring spoon
Tongs
Stocking cap or Cheesecloth
Container with lid
Optional
Essential oils/additives - Aloe Vera, Jojoba Oil, Almond Oil, lavender,

Directions:
Line your container with the stocking cap or cheesecloth and set aside. Bring water to boil, stir in flax seeds. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 mins, while stirring. You will notice the mixture thickening, and foam/gel beginning to form. After 10 mins remove from heat (your mixture will continue to thicken as it sits).

Pour mixture into your lined container, while it is still hot for easier straining. Carefully remove the liner from the container. While holding the liner filled with flax seeds over the container, use the tongs - to protect your fingers - to strain the gel directly into the container.

After the gel cools, mix in your additives. Mix in 1/2 teaspoon of lavender or your favorite essential oil to add fragrance. If you are adding both essential oils and a carrier oil - mix these separately adding 1 drop of essential oil to 1 teaspoon of carrier oil, before adding to your gel. If you are adding aloe vera, add one part Aloe - to three parts flaxseed gel.

 

Dependent upon whether you added essential oils - that will act as a preservative - the gel can be stored in the refridgerator for up to three weeks. The flax seeds can be put into a separate container and frozen, to be used again until they no longer produce mucilage.

More information (click links below)

FlaxCouncil of Canada
Goldenvs. Brown Flax Seed 
PurchaseFlax Seed Online Texas Natural Supply
Howto Video Naptural87 
TheHairoine
FlaxSeed Gel Thyroid Warning

Stay tuned for more articles from the Natural Hair Agenda Series.

Guest Blogger Laquita Thomas-Banks is one of the Natural Hair communities most noted writers. Her credits include writing for Clutch magazine and its sister site Coco and Cream, the Examiner.com as the DC Natural Hair Examiner. She also writes natural hair articles for Pumpsicle, AfroGlitz, Living No Lye, Sanata International print magazine, and a guest blogger on Kinnks.She was also featured during BOND Inc’s Spotlight.

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Product Review: Knot On My Watch

Alright Curly Girls, I had to get this product review out to you as quickly as possible. In fact I'm so much in a hurry to put this out that I'm sitting underneath my dryer as we speak typing this review. I had to share with you this product line that I've recently fallen madly head over hills over. I "heart" Aunt Jackie's Curls and Coils (AJCC) line.

I was first introduced to them during a Natural Hair Expo that I attended in Kansas City, Kansas a few weeks back. I hadn’t heard of them before attending the expo. But any rate, I was given a few samples of their products.  Being the overly obsessive product junkie that I am, I decided to give AJCC’s Knot On My Watch a try on my wash day to detangle my wild and unruly mane instead of the products I normally use.  As you can imagine my skepticisms in trying this new product because every line on the market swears that they are the best thing since slice bread and that their "stuff" works better than the 50 million other natural hair products that are out there on the market. So naturally, I put little energy in believing that this stuff even worked because I figured that they were amongst the most that did just OK.

As many of you naturalistas know, detangling is the devil and a pain to do because of all the work that’s involved. I honestly dread washing my hair some days because I know that once I’m done washing and conditioning the real work begins with detangling. I threw caution to the wind and slathered the stuff in my hair real good and went to combing and BAMM!!!  Just like that my wide toothed comb slid right on through like silk. Just to make sure that I wasn't crazy and that this goodness in this small white packet wasn't too good to be true, I slid the comb through in a different section of my hair and again the comb slid straight through.

SIDEBAR: Ladies, lean in for a minute now and please, please,  please don't think I'm crazy but I was so excited about this stuff that I started doing a country church shout right there in my bathroom. I literally had a tear in my eye because this Knot On My Watch was so amazing. Not to mention the smell was heavenly.

Do you know how much time I saved using this stuff? I don't think you all realize the magnitude of this great find.  Do you not know the amount of agony and pain that I will no longer have to endure because of my new best friend!!! If you are looking for a product to aide you in your detangling defiantly give Aunt Jackie's Knot On My Watch a try. I couldn't wait to share the news with you all. This is defiantly a keeper and a true staple.

Stay tuned for more product reviews from the Aunt Jackie Curls and Coils line.

Natural Hair Agenda Series: A Quick Lesson on How Conditioners Work

Conditioners, aid in detangling, fighting frizz, strengthening and preventing damage to your hair by locking in moisture. But exactly how do they work?

Most conditioners fall into the category of surface acting conditioners. They are formulated to work on the outer layer or cuticle of the hair strand. Deep conditioners - the ones where you are instructed to keep on from 15 to 20 mins with a plastic cap and/or heat - contain ingredients that are humectants (moisture retainers).

Deep conditioners penetrate the inner core, the cortex, of your hair supplying moisture and protein. They also contain hydrating ingredients such as aloe, wheat germ and olive oil. These conditioners, are called pack conditioners, and are heavy and creamy in consistency.

 
Leave-in conditioners do not penetrate the hair strand, but are formulated to quickly coat the hair and protect it until the next washing. They are lightweight, and will contain lighter conditioning agents, which add little weight to the hair. 

Each hair strand has three layers and the cuticle is the outer layer which protects them. The cuticle consists of scales that cover the hair strand. Everyday styling, combing/brushing, washing, and the strands simply rubbing against each other causes friction and raises the scales on the hair strand. Conditioners work by coating the hair strand, making the scales close against the strand smoother.

When the scales on the hair strand become severely damaged via harsh chemicals, bleach, sun, etc. the hair strand is weakened, begins to break down and layer by layer the cuticle begins to disappear exposing the cortex layer which it once protected. Once the cortex is exposed, split ends appear and the hair eventually breaks.

Again, conditioning your hair is a way to keep the scales on the hair strand smooth and therefore protecting the cuticle. Also after conditioning, when the hair dries, it is coated with a thin film,  and prevents static electricity from building up and 'frizzing' the hair. Our hair carries negative electrical charges, ingredients in conditioners carry positive electrical charges. The negative charges attract to the positive charges, which cancel each other out and therefore reduces static electricity, again eliminating frizz.

The thin film left behind by ingredients found in conditioners like panthenol, amino acids and Vitamin B5 also help raised cuticle scales on each hair strand to lie flat, which enhances hair color creating luster and shine. Flat cuticles also make the hair strands smoother and detangling much easier.
 
Conditioner Info:
h2g - http://www.bbc.co.uk/dna/h2g2/A851627
About.com - http://beauty.about.com/library/bltips531.htm
Pioneer Thinking - http://www.pioneerthinking.com/beauty/hair/conditioner/
Motown Girl - http://motowngirl.com/index.php/deep-conditioning-tips.html

Stay tuned for more articles from the Natural Hair Agenda Series.

Guest Blogger Laquita Thomas-Banks is one of the Natural Hair communities most noted writers. Her credits include writing for Clutch magazine and its sister site Coco and Cream, the Examiner.com as the DC Natural Hair Examiner. She also writes natural hair articles for Pumpsicle, AfroGlitz, Living No Lye, Sanata International print magazine, and a guest blogger on Kinnks. She was also featured during BOND Inc’s Spotlight.

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Natural Hair Agenda Series: 10 Butters For Your Hair and Skin

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Natural Hair Agenda Series: 10 Butters for Your Hair and Skin

Shea, Cocoa, Olive, or Mango may be some of the most common butters known that are beneficial for your hair and skin. Murumuru and Illipe Butters are amongst the more expensive on the market, but there are other less expensive ones available that can be used alone, or mixed with other butters and even conditioner to enhance their properties.

 
Butter made from fruit, beans, seeds and leaves is produced by hydrogenating the cold pressed oil extracted from them. From oils themselves, for instance Hemp Seed Oil, butter is produced by extracting the oil and combining the fatty acids and unsaponifiables (wax) from the oil. Extracted oils are also blended with Palm Oil, Soybean Oil or other vegetable oils to make butter.

The following is a list of butters that you can use on your body and hair - some of which you may have not heard of.

 

1. Sweet Almond Butter - its properties are similar to Shea Butter and it contains essential fatty acids. It is great for dry skin/scalp because it hydrates the skin and restores elasticity.

2. Coffee Bean Butter - is natural protection from ultraviolet light and is becoming a popular ingredient in sunscreen products. It is an antioxidant and contains phytosterols which have anti-irritation and anti-inflammatory properties, condition skin and hair and promote moisture retention. It is good for dry skin.

3. Kokum Butter - it has the ability to soften skin and heal ulcerations of lips, hands and soles of feet. Kokum Butter helps reduce degeneration of the skin cells and restores elasticity.

4. Hemp Seed Butter - is rich in essential fatty acids that nourish the skin and helps reduce moisture loss from the skin. 

5. Avocado Butter - is a great moisturizing treatment for hair. It makes a good butter for belly balms and lip balms. It can be used as an eye makeup remover and in hair conditioning creams.

6. Green Tea Butter - is anti-inflammatory, anti-cellulite (much cheaper than those anti-cellulite creams on the market - about $9 for 8oz) and has anti-irritancy and anti-fungal effects. It has a high content of polyphenols (antioxidants). It protects the skin from aging and against UV-B rays.

7. Pistachio Butter - rich in fatty acids that moisturizes and softens skin. It has excellent penetrating qualities - good massage butter. It also has a low comedogenicity (doesn’t clog pores).

8. Macadamia Butter - has a high concentration of palmitoleic acid, a naturally occurring fatty acid. Our production of palmitoleic acid decreases as we get older so this butter is great for mature skin, as well as and dry skin.

9. Orange Butter - has a high concentration of Bioflavonoids (Vitamin P - that neutralizes free-radicals) polyphenols (antioxidants). It has anti-cellulite and anti-inflammatory properties and other protective benefits for skin, such as a cleansing and toning effect. It can improve oily, acne prone skin. 

10. Cupuacu Butter - is similar to Cocoa Butter, but has a softer, creamier consistency. It contains essential fatty acids and phytosterols, and is very moisturizing for skin and hair. It is also a natural protection from UV-A and UV-B rays. It can be used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and dermatitis and adds shine and replenishes moisture in hair.

Almost all of the butters mentioned above can be purchased at reasonable prices via the links below. Texas Natural Supply sells sample sizes starting at $1.60 and up. The Kokum Butter may be a bit expensive at about $13 for 8oz, as well as the Cupuacu Butter at about $3 an ounce. Remember, if you have an existing scalp or skin conditions consult your doctor or pharmacist before using.

More Information:

Texas Natural Supply - http://www.texasnaturalsupply.com
From Nature With Love - http://www.fromnaturewithlove.com

Stay tuned for more articles from the Natural Hair Agenda Series.

Guest Blogger Laquita Thomas-Banks is one of the Natural Hair communities most noted writers. Her credits include writing for Clutch magazine and its sister site Coco and Cream, the Examiner.com as the DC Natural Hair Examiner. She also writes natural hair articles for Pumpsicle, AfroGlitz, Living No Lye, Sanata International print magazine, and a guest blogger on Kinnks.  She was also featured during BOND Inc’s Spotlight.

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My Little Piece of Heaven- Make-up Sponge

Ladies if you haven’t added this little beauty to your make-up repertoire, then it’s a must you up your make-up game. This little piece of heaven here works wonders and it’s no joke!!!  There are a number of companies that sell this particular shaped make-up sponge for different prices but I copped mine for $5.00 at the Avon Store.

Great Template on how to Apply Eyeshadow

I ran across this great template while surfing the net on how to apply eyeshadow. I just had to share it with you guys. Keep this for future references. I even learned a thing or two.

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Scars & Acne Go Away Come Back Some Other Day

Scars and acne most certainly need to go away. As a matter of fact forget coming back some other day. How about just not coming back at all. Do you have acne or scarring issues that you've been wanting to get rid of? Here's a remedy that you should try out so you can witness some amazing results.

If you're like me with skin that has a mind of its own. One day your skin acts right and then a few weeks later you feel like running somewhere to hide. My skin tends to break out and takes its worst toll the most during that dreaded time of the month. 

So here's the routine:

Wash your face twice a day with a mixture of African Black soap and baking soda. Lather it in your hands and then apply the mixture to your face. I personally use the Dudu- Osun brand. My skin just adores it and although it looks pretty creepy it smells heavenly. I often use a face brush to get deep down.

Then rinse it completely off and pat your face dry.

With a cotton ball or cotton pad apply an astringent. I personally use a few drops of natural lemon juice in the mornings. As for my night routine, I use a mix of tea tree oil and witch hazel.

Followed that up with applying your favorite moisturizer along with 2-3 drops of grapeseed or vitamin E oil.

For at least twice a week use your favorite face mask. I personally use Queen Helen Peppermint Mask or a homemade Bentonite Clay Mask by Aztec Secret Indian Healing.

Added Bonus: Another great tip I received from a professional esthetician was to pick one day out of the week to use an at home face steamer. She said that you only need 5 minutes to do it. After the five minutes splash your face with cold water to close up your pores. You're skin will love you for it and after keeping up with this routine for awhile you'll notice the changes in your skin.

Try it out and tell me how it works for you. It has worked wonders for my skin and it didn’t take long for me to notice great results. However you must stick with it. Nothing works overnight it takes some time for your skin to get use to the routine.

Disclaimer: Granted everything isn’t for everybody. I’ve personally stopped and started this method  but have always noticed the best results when using this particular one.

Until Next Time

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Product Review-Magic in A Bottle

Many of you know that I'm beginning to dabble more into makeup than I have in previous times. I enjoy learning new techniques, playing around with colors and so on. I like trying new products and I get a kick out of trying unconventional ways of ensuring that my makeup looks decent especially throughout the day. Please let me put this disclaimer out there now I do not and I repeat I do not consider myself an expert in the least bit. Actually I still think I'm a novice. I just do it for the fun of it. 

But lets get down to the nitty gritty of this review. As I mentioned to you earlier, I love trying unconventional ways to doing makeup. So a few months ago I started a makeup group on Facebook called Making It Up. In the group we all share tips, tricks, upcoming or current sales, tutorials, videos, face of the day photos etc all in the name of make-up.

Well one of the members shared with us using Milk of Magnesia to rid shine, especially around the t-zone area. Yes you read it right, good old MoM. The nasty white stuff your mama used to give you when you had an upset stomach. I was skeptical at first because I really wasn't feeling putting that stuff on my face but I thought what the heck. After putting it off for a few months and while browsing the isle of Wal Mart I made my way to the medicine isle to pick up some MoM.  Now of course because I wasn't sure if it was going to work for me and not to mention I don't believe in paying full price especially when you can get the generic brand that works just the same. I happily pick up the Great Value brand and threw it in my basket and on my way I went.

APPLICATION: So the next day I put that good ol MoM to the test because I knew I would be in and out of the sun for most part of the day. Another one of the ladies in the group gave me good instructions on how to apply it to my face. She mentioned that a little would go a long way and to be careful not to overdo it or else my face would look like a white chalky mess. She also shared that she pours a small amount in her medicine cup and uses her stippling brush to apply it on just before she adds her makeup (she actually referred to it as a skunk brush which I thought was absolutely adorable). Unfortunately I poked a hole in my medicine cup when I was trying to get it open so using the cop was out of the question for me. Instead I just poured a small amount into my hands and applied it directly to my face. I made sure that I applied nice and evenly to my entire face. It dried rather quickly so I was able to continue with my make-up routine soon after.

REVIEW: I checked my makeup often to ensure that I wasn't looking like a greased monkey and sure enough there wasn't a trace of oil. I had to do a double take because I just couldn't believe that my face didn't feel oily. Hands down this will be a product staple for me. This stuff works just like magic.  It had a pleasant smell since I bought the cherry flavored kind, the price was great, just under $2 bucks and I didn't look the least bit shiny so I was a happy camper.

FINAL THOUGHTS: For now this will be my go to product for oil control. I was stoked and I just had to share it with you all. This will stand up to any primer for sure. You really can't  go wrong with the MoM. Not to mention you can't beat the price. This stuff is truly magic in a bottle.

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With All My Heart and Soul...

July BOND Gathering

Ladies you’ve worked hard all week long and now it’s time that you PLAYED hard.  Join us for our July’s BOND Girl Game Night on Friday, July 20th @ 7:30 PM. Anticipate a lot of laughs, great food, and a fun filled atmosphere. We have raffles, giveaways, Bingo, Taboo, board games, card games, karaoke and much more. It’s going to be bananas. You don’t want to miss a thing…It’s a guarantee.

If you ever attended a BOND Gathering you know how we get down. An exciting and live evening it is sure to be. Bring a friend, be on time and prepare for a great night!!! 

BOND GIRL GAME NIGHT!!!

Date: Friday July 20^th

Time: 7:30 PM

Location: 1500 Union Avenue, Suite 2500, Baltimore, MD

FREE: Donations are welcomed

RSVP is a must and spaces tend to fill up fast. As always our BOND Gatherings are for women over the age of 21.  Click here to reserve your seat.

With All Your Heart & Soul

Membership is the heart and soul of who BOND Inc is as a thriving organization. We are convinced that planning for membership growth is an essential step and worth the time and effort it takes. Our goal is for BOND membership to be stable and predictable.

You are officially declared a full- fledged member of BOND Inc when you have filled out the membership application and submitted your membership dues. Once those two things happen, you will receive your certificate of membership along with your BOND Member Card. If you haven’t had the opportunity to submit your application and pay your dues we highly encourage you to do so. There are a number of added benefits to being a member of BOND and we hope that you take advantage of everything we have to offer. (Click here to join)

BOND Member Benefits Explained

There are many added benefits of being a BOND Girl. (Click here to find out more)   As a BOND Girl you gain access to exclusive offers, reduced and often free entrance to many of BOND’s sponsored events.  More importantly, you will be a part of a major sisterhood of women who are doing amazing things personally and professionally. Our doors are always open, so if you’re interested in becoming an active member (click here) to submit a membership application. There are different levels of membership so pick the level that suites you the most.

GroupMe Messaging

A special thanks to one of our newest members Kimberly D. who suggested that we sign up to Group Me Messaging. GroupMe is a cool mobile app that allows you to stay in touch instantly and efficiently with the masses. We plan to use this tool to send out mass messages reminding everyone of our upcoming events/gatherings, share important news, cancellation, directions and a host of other useful information deemed necessary. There are many added benefits for this tool and will only include those members who agree to be added. If you’re interested, email us at iambondinc@gmail.com and in the subject line type the words “Add Me”. In the body of the message include your cell phone number and the email address you’d like us to use.

Dues Unto Others

Membership dues are reinvested in its members by providing the highest quality benefits and services possible. Dues are also an essential piece in keeping BOND Inc up and running. If you haven’t had the opportunity to submit your payments please do so that we can continue to move our mission to uplift, motivate and empower women to reach their highest potential. We’ve now added a link so you can submit them online. If you prefer to mail them in please mail them to:

BOND Inc

1490 Matthews Town Road

Hanover, MD 21076

Should you have questions please email us at iambondinc@gmail.com. Thank you.

Committee Members Needed

In preparation for the 8^th year Anniversary in November and our 2^nd Annual Poetry & Presents fundraising event in December, BOND is seeking volunteers to be apart of the Event Planning Committee. As a member of the team you will have the opportunity to take part in two of BOND’s most successful and much anticipated events. This is also a fun and exciting way to network with prominent business owners and organizations from in and around the community. You will also be able to gain additional skillset that you can add to your professional resume. July we will kick off the planning and hope you would join us in our planning efforts. If interested please email us at iambondinc@gmail.com

Florida Here We Come Trip 2013

The lovely ladies of BOND Inc and Natural & All will be joining forces in putting together a fab trip to Florida next year. This will be a great way to connect with women from all over the US. It’s more than just a meetup, this is a MOVEMENT. We have a lot of great ideas in-store for this trip and would love for you to join us. Shopping, dining, entertainment, pampering a meet and greet and the list goes on. We believe in having a great time without breaking the bank. If you’d love to be apart of the festivities or the planning committee email us to let us know and we will add you to the group. Hope you can join us. July we will kick off the planning and hope you would join us in our planning efforts. If interested please email us at iambondinc@gmail.com

Night Out on the Town

How about an evening spent in DC over dinner?  How does a night getting all glammed up to catch a concert or a play sound right about now, or maybe a night out to see a new film release? Whatever the case may be let’s do it BOND Girl Style. BOND is planning a night out on the town in the upcoming weeks for members only. Be sure to check back soon for all of the details.

Calling all Business Owners/Entrepreneurs.

BOND Inc is committed to providing its members and supporters with as many resources as possible. We are always looking to partner with other organizations/companies. We’d love to share your business, product or service with our members and supporters. If you or someone you know that is interested in partnering with us please email us at iambondinc@gmail.com.

Northern VA/DC Natural Hair Meet-up

If you or anyone you know who is natural or thinking of going natural and lives in the Northern, Virginia or District of Columbia BOND’s President will be hosting a Natural Hair Meet-up in the upcoming weeks. Here you’ll be able to talk styles, products, meet other local naturalistas and the opportunity to swap products. If you’re interested in attending please join the Facebook Group entitled Northern, VA Natural Hair-Meet-Up you may email us iambondinc@gmail.com for more details.

Natural & All

Natural & All is a page dedicated to providing information for women in the areas of health, beauty and fashion. Be sure to check back often www.iambondinc.blogspot.com. If you’d like to share your natural hair journey, provide a product review or share you’re most recent fashion finds email us so we can share it with the world.

Note: “Natural & All” and “Making it Up” (a Facebook Group dedicated to makeup enthusiast).  In order to join you have to submit a request and we will gladly add you to the group. Just search for the group name on Facebook.

Sharing Is Caring

BOND is always willing to post articles, poems, stories, events from others and also feature guest bloggers. If you or anyone you know is interested, please contact us at iambondinc@gmail.com  (Click here)

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BOND Inc Calendar/Future Initiatives
-Resume & Business Start-up How to Workshop (For Members Only)

-Night Out on the Town (For Members Only)

-Northern VA Natural Hair- Meet & Greet-Date/Location yet to be determined

-Anniversary Celebration (November 2012)

- Second Annual Poetry & Presents (December 2012)
-Partnerships with several organizations (Ongoing)

-Florida Here We Come Trip (2013)

-Conference for middle/high school girls (2013)

Final Notes

If you haven’t had the opportunity, be sure you find us on Facebook. Search for Bringing On New Direction. Drop us a line every now and then we promise to show you some BOND Love.