Support Black Businesses....Yeah Right!

Before anyone get all in their feelings....this was written after having many conversations with other small black business owners who feel the way they do about getting the support from friends,family,etc.

A few days ago I had a conversation with a small business owner who feels like she's not getting the support that she thought she would..especially from people she know and family. She also pointed out that the ones that show support, always want a discount or try to get it free. 

One day she went into her website email list and checked her list of order contacts, she had about 20 orders for the month. She went on her Facebook fan page and checked her reviews, well 15 of those reviews were Caucasian and the other 5 were African American. She became discouraged and sent out an email to her customers that she will be closing her online shop. Those customers that she has build a relationship with still put in order request and of course she give them the best service. 

I asked her to explain why she would close her online shop instead of leaving it open and this is what she had to say..."I didn't close my shop because of who was supporting me, I closed my shop because the ones that said I'll show my support and share your fan page and give out business cards, never did any of that. But those same ones want free samples or a discount...those same ones post their new Jordans, Gucci & LV bags, and new cars, so why do they need a discount from me when they are supporting millionaires?"...I had to sit quiet for a minute because I also experienced this and it can be hurtful, so I know her frustration.

Let me put my two cents in this..

There's a lot I can say about this but I'll keep it short, I feel that the ones that are shouting support black businesses..and they're not practicing what they preach...please be quiet. I can't tell anyone who to support, just be mindful to those who are trying to get their business out there, it takes time and money, sweat & tears, research & long hours of building a website. Entrepreneurs are sensitive about their hard work.

Dear Entrepreneurs,

I know having lack of support can be frustrating at times but please keep networking and keep doing what you love...the right supporters will come along and within time you will thrive! Never give up!

Bath & Body Works New Scents...

I know some of us get excited when B&BW drop their new collections, I know I do! 

Before you get excited check the labels and compare keynotes with other scents in the store, who wants to buy the same scent just in a different package?! Well all know that B&BW do that a lot. Let's hope the new scents are really new scents.

Some stores in your area may have them out and some are dropping 12/8/16..

Here is a list of scents that are due to come out.

So far Cocktail Dress and Pink Confetti are my faves.

Prepping For Thanksgiving Dinner & Recipe

We all know that doing last minute Thanksgiving shopping is a no no, by now you should have at least half of your ingredients. 

As for myself...I like to get started early. I look for the best deals and I make my grocery list of everything that I need. In my household Mac n Cheese is more important than the turkey..I kid you not! So this year my list is simple.

My List:
6 bags of shredded sharp cheese
4 boxes of elbow macaroni
Pot Roast
Chicken Thighs & Legs
Yams (sweet potato pie)
Collard Greens

That's just to get started...I already have my seasonings, so I'm good in that department. 

What's On Your List? 

My Bangin' Mac n Cheese Recipe

Elbow Macaroni

Shredded & Block Cheese

Margarine

Milk

Cook macaroni until it's half done..

Get a sauce pan and add your milk, when the milk starts to get hot add all of your cheese and margarine and stir until all the cheese is melted and it's creamy.

Take your macaroni and add it to your baking pan, pour the cheese over the macaroni..stir it up, (you can also add more cheese with the macaroni to make it cheesier) cover the pan and put it in the oven for 45 minutes (covered)...another 15 uncovered. The top should have a nice brown layer, take it out and enjoy!

I know this was a super fast recipe run through but I will post a video on my channel.

I wish you all a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving!

BBD & NEW EDITION ARE BACK!

THE BOYS ARE BACK!!

What male group can you name that can just split up..do their own thing...be successful at it..get back together and still kill the game?!....I'll wait! NOBODY! 

The only group to ever do it is New Edition! Bell...Biv...Devoe...Ralph..Johnny..Bobby, these men has given us so many great hits and they ruled the 90s...and now they're back slaying the scene once again! This time around Bobby Brown is not singing with them but you that might change. I hope to see more of Bobby as well.

If you haven't heard any of their new music....let me help you with that!

Check out Johnny Gill ft New Edition...

JoAnn Fabric & Craft Store...70% Of Sale

While I was on my way to work yesterday..I stopped in Joann's just to look around and see what kind of sales they had going on. I'm glad I did, all seasonal items for Halloeen & Thanksgiving are on sale up to 70% off. I think they're clearing out to make room for Christmas items. 

Don't forget to always check online for coupons and sign up for them as well...always stay in the loop for deals! Check your local store and ask how long the sale is going to run.

Bath & Body Works Candle Sale ($12.50)

I recieved an email this morning from Bath & Body Works about their sale on candles..which are $12.50 and a coupon for 25% off your entire purchase..I think that's a great deal!

But don't shop too much...because you know the Semi annual sale is coming soon! I believe it starts after Christmas...so save your coupons that comes in the mail and count down the days for SAS! 

Mariah Carey Mac Collection....

Taraji P Hanson Collection at Mac was a huge hit...it sold out completely!

Selena Collection is coming out Sept 30th and without a doubt this will sell out also.

Mariah Carey Collection is said to be coming out in December and I'm excited to see what she's going to bring out and its just in time for Christmas.

Mac is bringing out the heavy hitters..they are not playing this season!

So...who's excited about Mariah Collection?

SALE..SALE..SALE..$1 FRAGRANCE OILS

GET YOUR  $1 FRAGRANCE OILS NOW!

ALL FRAGRANCE OILS ARE A $1 UNTIL INVENTORY GONE!

SHOP NOW: bodylovinbutters.tictail.com

Creamy Dreamy Mac & Cheese (Crock Pot Edition)

As kids we all grew up on macaroni & cheese...it didn't matter if it was boxed or mama's homemade mac & cheese, that's a dish all kids like..oh wait now..adults too!

I use to love the way my granny and mom made mac & cheese...it was cheesy and flavorful..just heavnly goodness! As I became an adult and started cooking..Mac & Cheese as a dish I had to make for holidays and birthdays...yes you read it right birthdays. It got to the point where I didn't want to make it anymore because I was tired of looking a it! Now that the weather is cooling down again, I thought of a new way to take my mac & cheese to the next level!

It's simple and crockpot friendly!

(You can tweek these ingredients to make it your own)

1 box of Macaroni
1lb of sharp cheese
1lb of mild cheese
1 bag of shredded cheese (sharp and mozarella)
1 can of cream of chicken (optional)
2 medium slices of margarine

Boil your macaroni with the magarine for 3 mins (Aldente), drain your macaroni and rinse in cold water..(this stops the cooking process)
Make sure all your block cheese are cut into medium squares or your preference.
Add the macaroni in the crockpot, cream of chicken,block cheese and stir and the last the step is add the shredded cheese on top.
Cover the crockpot and set on high for 2 hours and medium for another hour.

Enjoy!

Taraji P Henson MAC Collection.....

There is no need for a long drawn out story...

Girls....Do You See This?! I am definitely here for this collection!

I don't wear makeup but I must get this collection!

What you think?