Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Golf-Themed Wedding Hits a Hole in One

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Golf courses and country clubs are very popular options for wedding ceremonies and receptions across the nation. After all, couples get a well-manicured lawn, high-end reception rooms and built-in transportation all in one place for the same fee.

In many cases, these venues will allow nonmembers to rent the use of an outdoor space and indoor gathering hall even on popular golfing days. One of the best ways to maximize the golf course-wedding experience is incorporate the golf theme into the ceremony and afterparty. Here are some ideas how to make that happen.

Tips for Finding the Perfect Engagement Ring

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When you are searching for Engagement rings, it can be quite difficult to make a decision. After all, with all the options it can seem virtually impossible to choose just one. The key to making the right decision is to talk with your future spouse and perhaps even let them show you what they like. However, if you want it to be a surprise, you should use the tips highlighted here.

Wednesday, August 5, 2015

Rita Dominic, Genevieve Nnaji & Pregnant Stephanie Linus Stun At ‘DRY’ Movie Premiere

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On Sunday 2nd August 2015, movie industry enthusiasts, key stake holders and lots of guests gathered at the Silverbird Cinema in Victoria Island Lagos for Stephanie Linus’s ‘DRY’ Movie Premiere. The critically acclaimed movie had been long awaited by many who were excited to see the movie and gave it excellent reviews after watching it.

Many turned up to give their support to the award winning actress including her husband Linus Idahosa, Genevieve Nnaji, Rita Dominic, Sola Sobowale, Mo Abudu, Ruth Osime, Nkiru Anumudu, Tara Fela-Durotoye, Ray Kyles - British Deputy High Commissioner, Representatives from the Canadian Embassy, Representatives from the US Consulate amongst others.

Tips for Finding Great Sports Websites For The Female Fan

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Some say women don't enjoy sports but with many female athletes like Blessing Okagbere tearing up the tracks and the endorsements, the fan are not far behind.

Do you love sports? Do you find yourself surfing around day after day looking for that one, comprehensive site that will provide you with all the information you want and need regarding the sports you love to watch? If so, then this guide is for you.

Sunday, August 2, 2015

Photos - TV Presenter Dolapo Oni Is Married! Steps Out With Royal Husband

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Dolapo Oni's wedding to Prince Adegbite Sijuwade is going on right now in Lagos and photos from the beautiful ceremony have begun to emerge as the couple complete the traditional ceremonies joining them as man and wife. Many were wondering if the wedding would hold because the groom's father, Oba Sijuade, the Ooni of Ife passed away a few days ago. But the family decided to go ahead. See more photos below...

Saturday, August 1, 2015

Photos: Majid Michel & Wife Virna Renew Vows After 10 Years With Beautiful Wedding

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Actor, Majid Michel and Virna, his wife of 10 years, have renewed their vows to at a beautiful ceremony at the La Palm Royal Hotel. The star studded event had celebrity guests including Joselyn Dumas, Sherif Omar Captan, Yvonne Nelson, Fred Nuamah, Kofi Adjorlolo, Stephen Appia, and Martha Ankomah. See more photos below...

August 1st is National Girlfriends Day - Empowering Women To Live a Healthier Life

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August 1st is the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Girlfriends Day and is to celebrate female friendship and support. It is also used to highlight how we women can help each other stay safe and live a healthy life. So I'm sharing the infographic below with an outline of checkups women need make their health a priority throughout their lifetime.

Friday, July 31, 2015

Mark Zuckerberg & Wife Expecting First Baby, Opens Up on 3 Previous Miscarriages

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Mark Zuckerberg, the billionaire CEO of Facebook and his wife Priscilla Chan were recently listed as the youngest couple in a list of the 10 richest couples in the world. But the couple who got married in 2012 have experienced their fair share of grief on the way to becoming parents. Mark Zuckerberg shared the photo above announcing that they are now expecting after several prior miscarriages. He called their infertility journey, "a lonely experience", writing;

"You feel so hopeful when you learn you're going to have a child. You start imagining who they'll become and dreaming of hopes for their future. You start making plans, and then they're gone. It's a lonely experience. Most people don't discuss miscarriages because you worry your problems will distance you or reflect upon you -- as if you're defective or did something to cause this. So you struggle on your own." 

Read his full post below...

Wednesday, July 29, 2015

How To Have A Stress-Free Wedding 101 - Infographic

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by Melissa Rae

I am the director at Melissa Rae Photography, and I regularly write about weddings. I produced this info-graphic attached offering help for women who are stressed out about their big day! It deals with many of the common problems such as dealing with family and nagging issues about expenses.

I really think a big part of achieving a stress free wedding is being organized, and delegating tasks can play a major role in helping you keep on top of things! This includes stuff like the groom helping out, friends and family chipping in, or even just using some helpful apps. It's hard to arrange everything yourself and it will end up driving you mad!

Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Call for Applications - GEMS4 Launches £3.5 Million Funding Window For Women Empowerment

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Charged with the mandate to catalyze private sector investment in innovative, commercially viable, and inclusive business models that result in improved performance, job creation and improved income opportunities for poor men and women engaged in the Wholesale and Retail sector, two funding windows have been launched by the Growth and Employment in States – Wholesale and Retail Sector (GEMS4) - a market development project in Nigeria funded by DFID/UKaid and the World Bank.