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The Original Girlfriends Network Gazette

Introducing you to the businesses of women in your community with products & services to enhance your lifestyle! 
 
August 2008

 

Make It Happen!

In This Issue:
Re-invent... YOU!
Work it out, Girl!
Are you sure you're covered?
What are your hands saying?
Quick Links...
 
Join Our Mailing List
 
New Company Spotlight!
What's Inside that BIG box? 
Chocolate Box Pix      Introducing... the Chocolate Box- a new and truly one of a kind direct sales company serving the African American market! Their mission is to help women celebrate life events & preserve their rich history of family and friends through Chocolate Box home parties. They offer ethnic inspired gifts designed to celebrate the African American culture like only they can!
 
 Their unique collection includes: culturally inspired Address Books, All Natural Bath & Body Products,  Baby Shower Supplies, Bible Totes, Calendars, Checkbook Planners, Children's Party Supplies, Christmas & Greeting Cards, Journals, Inspirational Candles, Invitations, Diva Tote Bags, Magnets & Magnetic Notepads- all with distinctive, urban flair! Everything you want, that's been hard to find- until now!
 
For more info on how you can get into The Chocolate Box to book your party or for info on how you can be the CEO of your very own Chocolate Box business as an Independent Consultant , call Kevelyn Neugent @ 888-267-1072 or visit  the  website @ www.chocolateboxgifts.com .
  
Thank you, Premier Partners!
 
A special thanks to our Premier Partners who help support the  OGN by helping to share us with  you!
 
  • The Careasa Greer Agency
  • Nasah's
  • Hunnee B'z
  • Nails by Amelia

*Ladies! If you have an establishment that caters to women, and would love more visibility for your growing business, please consider becoming a Premier Partner with the OGN! We'd love to see you in the next issue!

 
For info, please call Tonya @ 615-305-3845.
Strike A Pose!
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Coming in August! "Glamour Days"- Call today for details on how to get your glamour makeover!
 

Nearly Naughty, (NN Photography) with a new studio in downtown  Nashville, offers a new niche providing glamour & sensuous photography products! Our mission is to bring our the best in every  body.

In a photo session, you can bring your own lingerie & choose from a variety of additional studio props! Pick your pictures & choose from a variety of products including Photos, Gallery Wraps, Calendars, DVD's, and Hard & Soft cover Books. Our unique, one of a kind products make memorable gifts for brides or for an anniversary, birthday or just because! 
 
 Another wonderful advantage is that we can  bring this exciting photo shoot to you! this allows more creativity for you to use your  own props such as the hot tub, motorcycle or even your own car!
 
To schedule your exciting photo shoot,  contact Jan Horrell @ 615-730-8681, visit the website at www.nearlynaughtypix.com or make an appointment to stop by the studio located at 211 Union St, Ste 202, Nashville, TN 37201. 
 
Delicious foods with minimal effort?
Absolutely!
 
Do you love to cook? Don't have time to cook? Then Tastefully Simple is your new best friend with easy to  prepare gourmet foods that simplify meal planning! Imagine... Mediterranean Herb Focaccia Bread, Sweet Pepper Jalapeno Jam, Garlic Dill Seasonings, Cilantro and Olive Salsa, Vidalia Onion Dressing, Pomegranate Chipotle Sause, Mango Breeze Margarita Mix (with or without alcohol), Beyond Blueberry Fruit Dip. Absolutely Almond Pound Cake, and a lip smacking Key Lime Cheese
Ball.
 
If these got your taste buds going, treat your to a taste testing party with your friends and experience about 15 different delicious products along with endless simple recipe ideas! If grilling is your thing, host a Grill & Thrill Party geared towards mouth watering products & recipes for your grill from steaks to deserts!
 
Schedule a party in August and receive 50% more in hostess gifts!
 
Let Tastefully Simple make the rest of your summer simply delicious!
 
Call Penny Fahrlender @ 615-599-2944 or email her @ pfahrlender@aol.com. for product information and consultant opportunities, log on to:
tupperware

Girlfriends! The Tupperware lady is back, with fresh new quality products in fabulous new colors! We're still saving you money on durable products that last, and we still have the same Lifetime Warranty! Call and book a party before August 15th, and and earn a free $20 gift plus the awesome hostess credits!

For more info, contact:
Marlyce Moore, TupperTerrifics Manager, 615-789-5242 or 615-289-9149.
 
Southern Gourmet Chess Squares
 
Your taste buds will welcome these delectible delights!
To get your sweet, golden brown treats, in Chocolate Pecan, Pumpkin, Peanut Butter or Original, call
Tonya Paisley@
615-973-1677
 
You'll be glad you did! 
 
Dear Girlfriend, 

  The year is more than half over and some of us are still wondering how we strayed from the well intentioned plans for self improvement we made for ourselves in January! You know the ones- like eating better & exercising more for good health; more "me" time, or even just doing things differently to make our lives easier. As usual, life happened- family, work, school, etc. and like an old empty teapot, we put ourselves on the back burner- again! It's fabulous when your girlfriends come rescue you from yourself and remind you to take care of  you. Now, the OGN is excited to introduce you to your "other Girlfriends", the ones dedicated to helping you with all those misguided plans, and assist you in making your life easier- and they're conveniently located in your community with special offers just for you! Now isn't that what you deserve? 
So whether you'd like a new image, fitness regimen, beauty makeover, a little pampering, or a good reason to get together with the girls, we're here for you! Girlfriend, it's all about you- so let us help you Make It Happen!
 

This is the season to re-invent...YOU!                                               by Anna Parker
Anna Parker
 
 
Now  is the  time to change your image, expand your thinking, even  change your diet! Here are the top three tips to do just that!
 
1. Write a personal vision statement on how to make a positive difference in your world.
 
2. Ask God to reveal your purpose in life and do something that  is  a true expression of who you are. 
 
3. When it comes to your unique style, this season's accessory accent is COLOR- Lemon Yellow, Kelly Green and Fire Engine Red. Jewelry is daring- the bigger, the better! It's okayto mix metals! Handbags are bold in pattern and texture, including straw  and patent leather. Shoes top off the list; wedge heels, bamboo ankle straps and peek a boo. Don't forget your foundations to add the finishing touch!
 
Contributor Anna Parker is an image consultant with the Total You in Nashville, TN. Services include: wardrobe consulting, personal shopping and personal development. Visit her website @ www.thetotalyouimage.com 
 
Work it out, Girl!
         by Nicole Donaldson
Nicole Donaldson Pix 
 
Any diet can give you quick results that are not sustainable. The best wayto lose weight & keep it off is to develop a nutrition and exercise plan that works for you!
 To develop a successful  plan:
  • Reduce daily calories by 15-20% of  maintence calorie intake.
  • Calorie intake should never drop below 1200 per day.
  • Avoid binges by eating foods in moderation instead of eliminating them!
  • Eat 6 small meals daily.
  • Always eat breakfast! 

Sustained weight loss  is difficult or impossible without increased regular exercise. When developing an  exercise plan, keep the following keys in mind:

  • Choose both cardio and strength training exercises you enjoy.
  • Choose the right exercise intensity.
  • Be consistent!
  • Develop a support group (friends, personal trainer, or spouse).

For info on starting your fitness regimen, please visit: www.nicolechereefitness.com

  Fitness contributor Nicole Cheree Donaldson is a wife and busy mom of 4 children. Contact her @ 615-491-3069.

Umm! Superior White Amber... 
 
That's just one of a gazillion fabulous scents at Hunnee B'z! Girl, if you love luxurious body oils & lotions, wonderful body washes, sultry body mists, oils enriched sugar scrubs and delightful pamper products for hair & skin, then Hunnee B'z is the place to go!
 
Since 2002, Hunnee B'z has provided the ultimate "scentual" experience to the Nashville area! Their large variety of high quality body oils & designer fragrance type oils can be worn on your skin for lasting fragrance, or can be used in your favorite oil burner to keep your home smelling fresh for hours! They can even customer blend your favorite fragrances into a lotion, mist or scrub to create your own unique scent! Now who wouldn't want that?!!
 
Hunnee B'z  is proud to offer the popular Carol's Daughter beauty by nature product line as wall as Miss Jessie's hair care products; and now they're also featuring the Kimora Lee Simmons makeup line!
 
Stop by Hunnee B'z today at 2940 Murfreesboro Rd, Antioch, TN 37013- Ph: 615-361-9311 or visit their website at www.hunneebz.com  
 
Are you sure you're covered?  by Careasa Greer
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Can you rebuild your greatest asset after a loss? 
 
Did you really understand all the factors to be considered when you insured your home? Do you know how your agent came up with the  amount of insurance coverage you needed?
 
If your agent based your coverage upon tax value or purchase price, you may not have sufficient coverage on your home. By insuring your  home based on the tax value, retail value or purchase price, you may assume a greater loss when it comes time to rebuild.  Did you know it cost more to rebuild a home than it does to build one from scratch? That's why you should always insure your home at 100% of reconstruction cost.  Keeping this in mind will allow you to assure that you have sufficient coverage to rebuild your home to it's original luster after a major loss.
 
 So, do you have enough insurance on your home? If you're not sure, please call Farmers Insurance, the Careasa Greer Agency at 615-485-3500 or email Careasa at getinsurancetoday@gmail.com for information on protecting your largest investment! Or, stop by the office at 2594 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37217.
 
 What are your hands saying?

Nasahs

 
 
 
 
 
In recent years, nail care has become one of the hottest topics for Americans. Manicured nails were once viewed as a simple luxury. Now manicured nails are a vital necessity in the pursuit of success. As  many Americans strive for sucess and prosperity, all aspects of the total person must be considered. From properly groomed hair to dry cleaned suits. Everything counts! So let us not neglect this important detail- clean well groomed, manicured nails. We  have all heard the statement, "first impressions last forever". This is true! So let's dot all our i's and cross our t's. Yes, manicured nails  are essential for the professional woman and man!
 
To schedule your 20 minute manicure, or for other pamper services, contact Nasah's at 615-506-3609 for information! They have 3 convenient locations to serve you- 1413 Jefferson St, Nashville; 2275 Murfreesboro Rd, Antioch; and at the Nashville International Airport. 
Why the Original Girlfriends Network?
 
  The OGN gives local women entrepreneurs with small and home based businesses a unique chance to be visible in their communites and beyond without being buried in a huge phone book directory,  or lost on the pages of a traditional newspaper- where in most cases, they are rarely noticed! The OGN allows women business owners the ability to stand out, and share the businesses they love with other local  women who can appreciate and definitely benefit from what they have to  offer!
 
 One of our goals is to work  together to consistently help each other  to succeed. What better way than to support the various businesses of our neighbors?
 
For info on how you can become a part of this diverse group of passionate women, please visit www.originalgirlfriendsnetwork.com .
 
We hope you enjoyed our first issue! Please take advantage of the the money saving coupons below!
Wishing you Peace, Love & Bountiful Blessings!

Tonya Jackson-Strong
Owner, Enthusiast :-)
The Original Girlfriends Network
Ph: 615-305-3845
 
***Place your ad here for only $25! Help your neighbors find out about your unique business!***
 
Everyone LOVES Surprises!! :-)

Call or email Lisa @ lrb_8607@msn.com ;

 surprise parties
 artistic sweets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
If you love fresh dipped jumbo strawberries, or white chocolate popcorn, then you must call Stephanie Reid @ 615-871-9294 to place your order today! Check out all she has to offer at www.artisticsweets.cc
The Chocolate Box
Receive a FREE 4oz. Pooka Body Butter! ($14 Value!)
 
 
When you host a party in August! 
Call Kevelyn @ 888-267-1072 
Tastefully Simple
Receive a salsa and a dessert item of your choice as bonus gifts!
 
When you host a taste testing party at your home of office in August!
Call Penny @ 615-599-2944. 
 
 
Nicole Cheree Fitness
Receive 2 sessions FREE! ($70 Value!)
 
When you and a friend purchase a group package of 8 sessions! (Group must include 2 to 3 people.) Call Nicole @  615-491-3069
 
Nearly Naughty Photography
Get $25 off your photo products!
 
With photo session purchase! Call Jan @ 615-730-8681 
Nasah's
nasahs coupon