What Works For You?

I've been natural for 5 plus years now. When I say natural, I mean not using perms or any chemicals to straighten my hair. Although my hair is growing beautifully, I really think it should be above my butt by now. I know there has been a trend of trying hair growth vitamins but I am a little skeptical. I’m scared that instead of hair growing on my head, I may grow a beard.lol

NO SLACKING ALLOWED

HEY HEY YALL....

I hope yall missed JAE as much as we missed you... The last time we talked healthwise we were trying to get our New Year's Resolutions together... How's everything going? The first month is usually everyone's prime month with getting fit and healthy. Then, old habits try to sneak back in around now. The gyms are jam packed in January and the healthy snacks are half the price in markets. Then, the gyms are less crowded and the prices of foods have doubled. The motivation of the goal weight may have moved to the bottom of your list of things to do... Well listen, if no one else is going to motivate you I will. Get back into your routine and keep it pushing.

They're Bacckkkkkkk

Some people claim that 'R&B is dead. Music isn't the same anymore. It was better back in the day.' And if you're one of those naysayers, your ears are certainly in for a treat with these two new R&B albums from Jazmine Sullivan and Ne-Yo.

Slay the Crochet!

Crocheted Wig made by myself @layedbylish on IG

 I remember back in elementary school when a friend of mine had crocheted braids in her hair while all of us looked at her funny because we all were wearing our hair in ponytails or braids.  Now fast forward to almost two decades later, Crochet Braids are back and more popular than ever! This protective style allows you to be versatile because you have the choice of crocheting in marley hair, kanekalon hair, or pre curly/wavy hair which can be styled into bantu knots, spiral curls, braid outs, or even twists and braids … all while looking cute and protecting your own natural hair.

Did You Miss Us!!!

The JAE Bloggers took some time off to update our website and create a new plan for 2015. There have been a few changes including adding a new topic! A lot of our viewers have been asking so we have finally added Hair as a topic, which will be covered mainly by our 'updo killa' Kelisha Brickley! We will also still be covering Music, Health and Fashion.

Azealia Banks Hot 97 Interview

Ms. Azealia Banks has been getting more attention in the media for her celebrity twitter beefs than her own music. In the past, she has had arguments via Twitter with Lady GaGa, Pharell, ASAP Rocky, Lil’ Kim, Nicki Minaj just to name a few. Most recently, she has had ongoing beef with Iggy Azalea and T.I. Furthermore, Banks called out Iggy for referring to herself in her song “D.R.U.G.S” as a “runaway slave master” (and previously for taking part of her first name) and she called T.I. a coon for supporting her.

Tax Time: Know Your Rights

As the holiday season starts to wind down a less joyous, almost dreaded, one creeps closer and closer. Yup you guessed it, time to start gathering your documents for tax season! Depending on your personal situation, tax filing preparation may require quite a bit of research, organization, and document review. And with that of course comes, time, energy and patience; Not to mention, the need for knowledge of tax accounting rules and regulations. For these very reasons, many opt for professional services, when it comes to filing their taxes. Whether you choose to prepare your tax filing yourself or call on the help of a tax specialist, it is important to understand your rights as a tax payer. That is why I bring to you the IRS’s “Taxpayer Bill of Rights.” It has been a goal of the IRS to ensure that American taxpayers are well aware of their rights under tax law.