"The Will To Do, The Soul To Dare."

Transition....

Transition, a ten letter word. What does it mean? Passage from one place, condition, or state to another; change. Does your life call for transition, change or a new passage?

Queens embrace change. Embrace the opportunity to express yourself, find that happiness that you dream of. I recently stopped working one of two jobs. I was working 76 hours a week. I did this for seven years. Events happened that pretty much forced me to take stock of my life and the insane schedule that I was maintaining. After evaluating and reevaluating my circumstances, I realized that this was the best decision for me. This decision has now allowed me to spend more time with my children, to focus on my blog, and my interest and business venture in mobile spa.

I'm not saying that this does not come without sacrifice, belief, and faith. The loss of that job is a substantial financial difference in my life. I believe the blessings that God has in store for me will out weigh any financial loss that I may experience.

Starting today, starting now queens, evaluate your life's choices. Embrace transition, change and a new passage.

Peace and Blessings,

Tracey ReNissa

"It Is Better To Be Making The News Than Taking It; To Be An Actor Rather Than A Critic."....Winston Churchill

Women Empowerment

Queens, the other week I participated in a Girl Power Market Place in New Jersey. The event was the creative efforts of Essential Details. The proprietor, Tracie Henry. I had my 10 and 15 year old daughters to accompany me. I participated as a vendor, Tracey ReNissa Mobile Spa.

There were several vendors there with their products. This was an opportunity that enabled a group of women to gather, to network, and to reconnect with old friends.

For the month of June, I am inviting my Queens to submit their information i.e. websites, phone numbers, and other pertinent information about their businesses. I dedicate this month to us to promote our businesses. Queens take advantage of this opportunity to share, help others and grow your businesses.

I am a firm believer that once one person is blessed the next person in line will be blessed. Stand in line and await your blessings.

Peace and Blessings,

Tracey ReNissa

"Never mistake motion for action."...Ernest Hemingway

The Return Of The Queen

All hail to the Queens. I have been away for a minute. I am back with renewed determination, vigor, vitality and blessings. There have been some changes in my life in the past few weeks that can be termed "life defining and altering". I became self absorb with life. I have this saying "I just became so consumed with life that I stopped living. This, to me, is the worst form of existing especially when you have the will, opportunity, and the God given ability to make changes and live a vibrant and productive life.

I allowed myself to worry about tomorrow while I was firmly cemented in today. I have given myself permission to breath and to allow God to direct and to guide my life. I am submissive to God's will. This is a hugh leap of faith and belief. On a daily basis I have to readjust and reassure myself that God has my back. I was at a point in my life that I really did not have a choice but to make changes. I truly believe that if I did not submit and cease with the insane existence that I was maintaining and living, my children, my friends, and my life would all soon become a part of my history.

I celebrate my life today as a rebirth. Queens help me celebrate my rebirth, my renewed beginning. Stroll with me with renewed confidence, assurance, and boldness.

Peace and Blessings,

Tracey ReNissa

Warning Signs Of Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack)In Women

It's been realized for some time that women are just as likely as men to have a heart attack (myocardial infarction, or MI); however, the classical signs described by men aren't always reported by women. Coronary heart disease remains the primary cause of death in women in the USA.

Prodromal (precursory) symptoms were reported by 95% of the women. The most frequent ones, reported one month before their MI, were unusual fatigue (71%), sleep disturbance (48%), shortness of breath (42%), indigestion (39%), and anxiety (36%). The majority of these (over 80%) were rated as severe or moderate. One or more of these prodromal symptoms occurred daily or several times a week, for at least a month before the MI, in 75% of the women experiencing them.

Unlike men, only 30% of the women reported chest discomfort, which could be aching, tightness, pressure, sharp, burning, fullness or tingling.

On average, 7 acute symptoms were reported by each woman. Women with more prodromal symptoms had more acute symptoms. The most frequent were shortness of breath (58%), weakness (55%), fatigue (43%), cold sweat (39%), and dizziness (39%).
As many as 43% of the women had no chest pain or discomfort whatsoever. Among those that did, the sensation was described as aching, tightness, or pressure, but not pain.

Myocardial infarction occurs due to narrowed or blocked coronary arteries. Coronary arteries lie on the surface of the heart and supply it with oxygen. The source of oxygen, however, may be altered if fatty deposits (plaque) are produced, causing atherosclerosis. Extensive atherosclerosis reduces blood flow to the heart, causing chest pain and shortness of breath.' In women, angina is often atypical and does not follow any recognizable pattern. Women with angina may just complain of a little neck ache, occasional pain in the back or breast, or tingling in the fingers.

The patient is usually restless, apprehensive, pale, diaphoretic, and in severe pain. The skin is usually cool, and peripheral or central cyanosis may be present. The pulse is thready and the blood pressure is variable; however, many patients initially have some degree of hypertension, unless cardiogenic shock is developing. Arrhythmia is common: bradycardia or extrasystoles may be observed early in the course of myocardial infarction. The heart sounds are usually somewhat distant; the presence of a fourth heart sound is almost universal.

Women may be misdiagnosed and sent home and not thoroughly investigated for coronary heart disease! Therefore, it is essential to investigate patients who present with any of the previously mentioned signs and symptoms.

Queens, are you predisposed to diabetes, heart disease, smoker, heavy drinker of alcohol, or high cholesterol. It is imperative for you to make an appointment with your PCP or cardiologist. Early detection and prevention is key in the survival rate in women. African American women are more likely to die from heart disease than their white counterparts.

I value my sistahs and their spirits. I besiege you to be vigilant and advocates of good health for yourself as well as your mothers, sistahs, aunts, grandmothers, neighbors, cousins, co-workers and any female you may know. Heart disease is avoidable, detectable, and preventable. Raise your self-awareness and become apart of the movement of good health and longevity. The Tuesday's health blog topic of the day is to be used as a source of initial introduction to a health issue or to reinforce what knowledge you may already have. This information should not be used as a medical substitute from the sound and professional advice that your physician can offer you. For more indepth information about this subject, please log on to website http://findarticles.com.

Peace and Blessings,

Tracey ReNissa

"If You're Going To Do Something Tonight That You'll Be Sorry For Tomorrow Morning, Sleep Late."....Henry Youngman

The Perfect Storm....Mental, Emotional, Physical, And Spiritual Breakdown

Hi Queens, some years ago there was a movie out called the "The Perfect Storm". This movie captured the fate of a vessel that was battered and beaten by a thunderstorm and a hurricane. Unfortunately, the story did not end well for the crew of the Andrea Gail vessel. I have recently, felt that I too have encountered "The Perfect Storm" but overcame. Unlike these characters, I knew where to go for refuge, I knew who was and is my Salvation, I knew that He would never leave or forsake me. Do you have Him in your life to calm the crushing waves of abuse, stress, and being overstretched. Have you ever been at that point in your life when all possible elements of your physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual fibers are simultaneously at the brinks of a breakdown?

Life is so unpredictable and overwhelming. If you are not grounded and steadfast in your believe that God will not put any more of you than you can bear, it is nearly impossible to think or fathom that you will be able to endure and to persevere during your "Perfect Storm".

It is so important that we allow and avail ourselves to each other to comfort, hold, and to embrace one another during our accomplishments, triumphs, victories, losses, set backs, and perfect storms. Queens, the ultimate Saviour and Rescuer is God. For every perfect storm that he allows in your life, I assure you He has designed a path and ending to all of your despair. For at the end of these perfect storms, you should be able to recognize that God is there for you.

Peace and Blessings,

Tracey ReNissa

Matthew 8:23-27

The Week of April 20th, 2009

1. Monday: The Perfect Storm....Mental, Emotional, Physical, And Spiritual Breakdown

2. TUESDAY: Warning Signs Of Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack)In Women

3. Wednesday: Mother And Daughter's Relationship

4. Thursday: What Does It Mean To Be Submissive In A Relationship

5. Friday: Do You Know How To Please Yourself And Do You Enjoy Your Body And The Pleasure Of Self Intimacy

Hi Queens, I shorted you last week but I have picked up the pace and the journey continues.

Peace and Blessings,

Tracey ReNissa

"If you aren't fired with enthusiasm, you will be fired with enthusiasm."....Vincent Lombardt

Are you a good shepard over your finances?

Hi Queens. Okay this is the weak area of in my life (Ha Ha). This will be the shortest blog from me to-date. I have taken steps to resolve my financial issues. I have found that being prayerful and open to sound advice from people of good financial standing (please don't listen to Aunt Bay Bay who had her car repossessd, house foreclosed, or in credit card debt) are just the beginning steps for me.

I have become more aware of my spending habits and have started making good choices of needs vs. wants. If there is a big ticket item that I want, I have now started taking a little from each pay as opposed to buying with one pay or using a credit card. I have paid down half the balance of my existing credit cards. I was told that this along with paying more than the minimal on a timely basis are crucial to good credit reporting.

Okay Queens, I'm not going to belabor the point. Please submit comments and ideas so we can gain control, independence and freedom from debt in our lives.

Peace and Blessings,

Tracey ReNissa

"Character is what you are in the dark"....Dwight Moody

Annual Pap Smear....The Benefits

Hi Queens. Yes, I said Queens. I have decided that I will address you as the Queens that you truly are. I once mentioned in an earlier blog "It doesn't matter what people call you, what's more important is the name that you answer to". Today, start the mental process of thinking, possessing, living, knowing our worth, and exuding the Queen in you. The definition of exude "To seem to possess; manifest". Try it on for size and feel the comfort. Once you try it, you'll never go back.

Today's blog is annual pap smear and the benefits of having it done. Experts estimate that 35,000,000 women in the United States should have regular Pap smears. About one-third of all women who should have regular Pap smears do not. A pap smear is a procedure that is done by a trained health care professional to screen for cancer of the cervix (the lower part of the uterus).

The Pap smear is a screening technique. It is used to detect cervical cancer or cervical abnormalities that might become cancer in women who don't have any symptoms of these conditions. Experts believe that pap smears should be performed on young women and women if she has reached the age of 18. is sexually active, or has been sexually active. Consult with your OB-GYN if you had a hysterectomy to find out whether it would be advisable for you to continue to have a pap smear. Having Pap smears at recommended intervals is the most important thing a woman can do to protect herself from developing cervical cancer. women who have regular Pap smears are much less likely to develop cervical cancer than are women who don't have the test regularly, because they get early treatment for precancerous conditions.

A woman may need more frequent pap smears if, she has had more than one sexual partner, became sexually active as a teenager, has had an abnormal pap smear, has had a sexually transmitted disease, has had cancer or precancerous tissue growth in the cervix, smokes, has an infection of human papillomavirus (HPV).

Are there activities that a woman should avoid 48 hours prior to have a pap smear? Yes, they are douching, having intercourse, taking a tub bath, swim,using tampons, spermicides, vaginal lubricants, or feminine deodorant sprays or powders. These activities can irritate the cervix. Avoiding them helps ensure collection of an adequate cell sample.

Queens, I will not blog or suggest anything that I am not willing to do myself. It is important that we take care of ourselves and are aware of our bodies. On Tuesday, I had a mammogram. I have not received the results. Prayerfully it is normal. It had been about 3 years since I had my previous one. I vow to follow the advice that I posted about breast cancer screening and having regular breast cancer exams. The Tuesday's health blog topic of the day is to be used as a source of initial introduction to a health issue or to reinforce what knowledge you may already have. This information should not be used as a medical substitute from the sound and professional advice that your physician can offer you. For more indepth information about this subject, please log on to website "http://www.ehealthmd.com/library/papsmear/PAP_whoshould.html

Peace and Blessings,

Tracey ReNissa

When Enough is Enough....No Longer Tolerating And Accepting Substandard Treatment From Men

Ladies my entry today is meant as a wake up call not only for you but for me. I recently enteredinto a new friendship with the hopes that it would mature into a meaningful relationship. After two failed tries, I realized enough is enough. More importantly, I realized that I was not receiving the same attention and commitment that I was giving.

I am a giving person emotionally, mentally and spiritually. I expect, without hesitation, that the same efforts would be reciprocated to me if not more. It pains me to realize that as I mature in age and seek out the companionship of men in their late 40's early 50's, the same old games are still being played. Actually the older the fox/player the better the game is perfected. It's perplexing and mind boggling that at a certain age you would not want a meaningful and engaging relationship with that special person to call your own. I believe in being up front, honest and forthcoming. These attributes are put into place by me to weed out any undesirables and to set the stage/tone from the very start. Unfortunately, if the other person is not of the same mind set to have honesty and true commitment to being forthcoming, then progressing ahead with mutual respect is lost at the start of go. One of the mantra that I subscribe to and live to is "Say what you mean and mean what you say". If I say that I am looking for a serious relationship and not a casual relationship and you tell me that you are looking for casual but intimate relationship, I know not to venture into this situation. You are not going to convince me to change my desire to go casual and I will not waste my time thinking I can magically change your mind to want a serious one-on-one monogamous relationship.

At times, our expectations and willingness to accept crap renders us senseless to make appropriate decisions. Before we can forge a different path to our future you must recognize and know the mistakes of our past. Because when we introspectively analyze and identify why we repeatedly make the wrong choices concerning men, we can then move on to not accepting/tolerating substandard treatment from men.

In our journey and quest to restore self-esteem and confidence to the broken mentality that a lot of women have, be open to the truth, embrace the fragmented pieces and be willing to make changes. Use these questions as a guide when we start this self probe of our hearts and minds. Why do we allow things to spiral out of control before taking action? Why do we ignore and hang on past the warning signs? Why must the house be down to its last charred piece of lumber to realize that the house is burning? Why do we place priority of other's needs, wants and desires before ours? Is the need to be in a relationship greater than the need of self-respect, and most importantly, the overwhelming basic principal of being respected and treated as the queens that we are?

Prayer, time and inner-reflection are the main ingredients to healing and growing. Take the time ladies and invest in you. Don't allow bad experiences to change the nurturing, giving, and loving person you are but, do acquire the gift of discernment and learn who is deserving of you. Make it clear that it is an honor and a privilege to have you, a queen, in his life.

Peace and Blessings,

Tracey ReNissa

The Week of April 13th Topics:

Monday: When enough is enough....No longer tolerating substandard
treatment in a relationship

Tuesday: Annual Pap Smears...The Benefits

Wednesday: Are you a good Shepard over your finances

Thursday: The perfect storm....Mental, Emotional, Physical, Spiritual Breakdown

Friday: Do you know how to please yourself and do you enjoy your body
and the pleasure of self intimacy