Woman Magazine

Saturday, February 4, 2012

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Editor's note

Is she misunderstood? Is she really a diva, or does she court controversy? Or is she a whiz bang combination of all three? One thing is sure: the attractive and talented entertainer who refers to herself in 2012 as the "Baddist" is not an open book. Another thing that is sure is that her talent has not only made her a household name here... Read more »

  • DESTRA GARCIA

    SATURDAY January 28 could possibly go down as one of the best days in Destra Garcia's career as an entertainer. On that morning she hopped on a plane and by night she was performing at the Jamaica Jazz... Read More »

  • I live and breathe for pan

    I first saw Dennell Brewster sitting in an office preparing for a meeting with other members of the Petrotrin Hatters Steel Orchestra a few weeks ago. She was sitting alone, gathering some folders neatly... Read More »

  • Personalise your home with detail and comfort

    Interior design trends for 2012 promise to personalise your home by taking more care of detail and creating a more pleasant, comfortable ambiance just for you! The recession has had a big impact on... Read More »

  • Be fierce with your make-up

    This week is for the ladies who want to stand out on Carnival Tuesday. The first thing to note is that you want your make-up to last throughout all the jumping and prancing, so it's necessary to invest... Read More »

  • Are you growing apart?

    One does not suddenly wake up wanting to end a relationship; well, literally, you can. However, the fact is that people normally have a reason(s) for wanting it to end. The end is usually brought about... Read More »

  • Sharon Ferreira The Equestrian Experience at Santa Rosa Arima

    "He is gorgeous isn't he? Simply beautiful! Nice boy; stand up; good. His name is Louis Luminary," declares Sharon Ferreira. "Oh and you must see Fairydancer, she's a beauty, well-behaved and lovely!"... Read More »

  • POISON IVY TRAINS FOR CARNIVAL 2012 Lifetime Behaviour Change... Attitude

    It is with great pleasure that I make reference in this week's article to my team buddies of Poison Ivy: Carol Dougherty, Nicola O'Connor and Thais Guiterrez, all of whom participated in the Fusion... Read More »

  • Now that's a good looking coffee table

    Dear Marguerite: Two couples, both close friends of my husband and me, are to be our house guests for Carnival. The wives have asked me to let them know the latest wear on the street and at parties... Read More »

  • These men swear they know what women want at Carnival

    It's so strange, the characters you come across around Carnival time. And I am not speaking about the usual Midnight Robber or Dame Lorraine. Last week I had the pleasure of meeting with the Carnival... Read More »

  • Singer/ dancer Stephanie Kalloo

    BEING an only child — and a daughter at that — Stephanie Kalloo had to fight for her dream of becoming a singer and dancer. Kalloo had to convince her parents that their little girl would be... Read More »

  • How to deal with menopause related stress

    This article was created by a professional writer and edited by experienced copy editors, both qualified members of the Demand Media Studios community. All articles go through an editorial process that... Read More »

  • Two sisters one vision

    Two sisters, one vision. These two young women, Denneza and Patrice Olivier, have finally come into their own when it comes to solid business follow-through. After considering opening cafes and other... Read More »

  • Best books for women A selection of favourites

    Women, are you looking for books that are entertaining, intelligent, heart rending, captivating and written so well that you will believe they are true? It's hard to say any book will appeal to all... Read More »

  • A pause for paws…

    I had been seeking for some time, the impetus to write a piece on the continuing massacre of God's four-legged creatures on the stretches of asphalt carpet that make up the by-ways and lay-bys of this... Read More »

  • A cautionary tale for the ladies

    I was born in October. As a matter of fact, my two elder sisters and I command the last three months of the year. I always knew about Carnival. Our family trips to participate in Carnival celebrations... Read More »

  • STYLE BEAT FLAIR GAME

    The Queen's Park Savannah comes alive today with the pulsating rhythms of the pan as lovers of the instrument invade the Greens and both the Grand and North stands for their annual ritual — the biggest... Read More »

  • 21 Questions with Shal Marchall

    1. What quality do you like most in women? Virtuosity. 2. Your happiest moment? Birth of Jorden. 3. Your secret fear? Rats. 4. Which... Read More »

  • Editor's Note

    From our hardhitting story on Genelle Guzman Mc Millan last week we take a breather and turn the page this week to a lighter cover showcasing the beauty of our women and the spirit that is Carnival.... Read More »

  • Carnival is WOMAN

    Picture this woman. She is beautiful but wild, mesmerising, capricious and free. She is an unchallenged queen. She has an electric personality; exudes a magnetic energy which draws you into her bosom.... Read More »

  • Michelle Sylvester

    By Nicole S Farrell Michelle Sylvester was fierce on stage several years ago but she has since staged her debut into a different walk of life. You may remember Sylvester as a soca... Read More »

  • BEAUTY FROM BEHIND FROM MINIMUS TO MAXIMUS

    Let's face it ladies, Caribbean women generally, and Trini women in particular, love to flout their "bumper, (package)! This display comes into full view at Carnival. Without a doubt, a well developed... Read More »

  • Have great skin for Carnival

    It's no secret that at carnival time, most masqueraders show a lot of skin. So how do we ensure that we prepare our skin for the long hours of sun exposure and prevent any harmful sun damage while... Read More »

  • A big heart in a small package: Rhonie Sorzano Maracas St Joseph

    Believe it or not I didn't have the slightest clue that gas station attendant, Rhonie Sorzano would be the next candidate for Real Women Real Stories, it all happened by chance. I drove into a gas station... Read More »

  • Trini moms

    There's a networking mommy circle that is making the rounds on Facebook. If you are a Trinidadian mother and you have not joined the group as yet, it may be a good idea to check them out. The group,... Read More »

  • Letting go of a friendship: Toxic friends, true friends

    How do you know when a friendship is on its last legs? If a pal has done something unforgivable or hurtful, or is simply a constant nuisance, the sanity-saving thing to do may be to cut her off, says... Read More »

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