We miss our “Ruff,” the ever-soulful David Ruffin

On November 1, 1998, NBC-TV premiered The Temptations miniseries for two nights where we were transported back to the golden era of Hitsville U.S.A.,...

Hazel Scott, pianist extraordinaire: If you don’t know her, then you should!

"Who is Hazel Scott?” That’s the question some viewers asked themselves not too long ago while watching the 61st Annual Grammy Awards when hostess...

Writer and poet Quincy Troupe discusses books and his friend Miles Davis

When you read the poems of Quincy Troupe, one can’t help but be motivated by the power of the astounding messages that shines through...

Understanding Insurance Benefits

No matter where you are in life, whether you’re just starting your career or nearing retirement, it’s important to understand the voluntary benefits available...

Thinking about eyelash extensions? Check out the pros and cons!

As we age eyelash follicles can slow or stop producing new ones altogether. In order to solve this byproduct of aging, many women are...

Understanding keloids

Ever wonder why your scars tend to grow beyond the boundaries of the original site of a skin injury? Well, these raised scars are...

How to care for YOU after a divorce

Divorce is hard, period, but for folks who are older and have been married for eons, the breakup can be so very devastating. Divorce...

We love…a healthy bean soup!

Beans are not only healthy, and satisfyingly filling but they're also wallet-friendly. The legumes are chockful of fiber, minerals, antioxidants, and protein. These yummy...

Make a few extra dollars by making your home work for you!

Sometimes a social security check every month just isn't  financially enough. If your monthly bill paying is leaving you with practically zilch, then why...

Denise Gordon brings Kenya to America via her fashion line

“A product divine in nature, helping women feel whole, remembered, mature, protected, spiritual, and fashionable with her shape and age in mind.” That’s the goal...

Ways to boost your home’s curb appeal

When it comes to your home, you only get one chance to make a great first impression -- and that takes place before anyone...

Do your parents need a medical alert system?

We're at a stage in life when we tend to become our parent's keeper, and a role reversal takes place where we provide advice...