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17 Exceptional Local Women

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SPRING/SUMMER 2014

STARDOMTri-Cities native

follows her dreams

First Female to hold top

noncommissioned officer position

2 · Virginia Woman Spring/Summer 2014

Tri-Cities native

By Ashley Mcleod

Staff Writer

Beingabletoprovewrongthosewhohavedoubtedyouisoneofthebestfeelingsyoucanhave.SosaysBrittanyMarie,alocalsingerwhohastakentheareabystorm,launchingherenergeticandtalentedcareer. “Iwanttoimpressallofthepeoplethatdoubtedme.IwantedittobeasimpressiveaspossibletoshowpeoplethatIwascapableofdoingwhatIwantedtodo,”BrittanyMariesaid. BornandraisedintheHopewellandPrinceGeorgearea,BrittanyMarieWarthanbeganherjourneyaroundtheageof10,singinginschoolplaysandotherperformancesatWoodlawnChristianSchoolinHopewell,before

theschoolmovedtoPrinceGeorgeCounty.Shealsosanginchurch,travelingandsingingwithaministryteam. Inmiddleandhighschool,hersingingwasputonthebackburner.Althoughshewasstillactiveinshowchoir,makingmusicintoacareerbecameanunlikelyrouteforher. “Iwantedtosing,butitwasn’tareality,”Warthansaid.“It’snotsomethingpeoplereallyencouragekidstodo.” ButinherjunioryearatThomasDaleHighSchool,Warthandecidedmusic was definitely the path she wantedtotakeinherlife.Followinggraduation,WarthantraveledtoCaliforniatotakepartinaconcertwithperformersfromallover

theworld.Whilethere,afewproducerstooknoticeofhertalentandin2006,tookhertoNashvilletorecordademo. AfterrecordingherdemoandreturningtoVirginia,Warthanonceagaintooksometimeofffrommusic.Shecontinuedtoworkatseveraljobs,includingasagymnasticsteacherandatVictoria’sSecret.Butdeepdown,Warthanknewthatitwasmusicthatsheneededtopursue. “Itriedtodootherjobs,andthemoreIdid,themoreIrealizedwhatIreallywantedtodo,”Warthansaid.“Tome,youonlyliveonce,sospendyourlifedoingsomethingyouwanttodoversuswhattheworldtellsyou.IfI’mgoingtoworkmytailoffmywholelife,I’mgoingtodosomethingIenjoyandsomethingIlovetodo.”

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This issue features Brooke Brockdorff, General Manager of the Beacon Theatre in Hopewell, VA. Brooke learned to manage life early as a young single mother out in the workforce. That early working experience was a key factor that helped her determine that the food, arts and hospitality industry was where she belonged. Brooke has worked for the Wells Management Group and with Brad Wells, the Beacon General Manager for the past four years prior to her current position. When the chance to be the Beacon Assistant General Manager arose, she considered it a great opportunity. But Brooke also felt that the possibilities the Beacon offers was not for her alone. ‘This is an amazing opportunity for Hopewell, surrounding communities and the region as a whole,’ she said. As with any management position, Brooke is required to wear many hats. One of her most important roles is overseeing the production and execution of events in the auditorium as well as the ballroom spaces. To date, the current headliners have set the tone for the calibre of performances the public can expect in the coming months and years. Visiting artists can not say enough about the theater and it’s revitalization. Their positive impressions are not limited to just the grand facility but also the reception they receive from the staff and audience. Brooke is a perfect face for the Beacon. Her infectious personality and passion for live performances and events shows in her own words. ‘Everyday is fresh and new. I can’t see myself doing anything else. Its time for the Beacon to shine!’ Virginia, and specifically this edition of Virginia Woman, is full of women that make our state and our area an unique positive environment. In Hopewell, VA, Brooke Brockdorff adds to the flavor and excitement you will find at the Beacon.

Neartheendof2011,Warthanbeganto figure out how to launch her career in music.Withthehelpofhermanagerandmother,Donna,thetwobuiltawebsiteandbeganplanningawaytoshowoffhertalent.Theirideawastoholdakickoffconcert,awaytoshowtheareawhoBrittanyMariewas. “Itwaslikeourlaunchparty,”Warthansaid.“SoIwentaroundtoallthesevenuestotryandplayandeveryonekeptsayingno.AllIhadwasademo,andtheyhadtojusttrustmethatIwasanartist.” Afternoluck,theteamdecidedtorentoutavenueinRichmondandcreatetheconcertontheirown.OnApril27,2013,BrittanyMarieheldhergranddebutattheHippodromeTheaterinfrontofacrowdofalmost450people. “Thevenuewasactuallyunderstaffed.Theyweren’texpectingsomanypeopletocomeoutforthiskindofshow,”Warthansaid. Followingtheshow,sheexpectedtogointosingingatlocalbars,whichasanewartist,seemedlikethepathtotake.ButhershowattheHippodromegotenoughpeopletalkingabouthermusicthatshewasabletoskipthisavenue,andbookedher first show: opening for country music artistChrisYoungattheInnsbrookAfterHoursConcertSeries. Afterthisperformance,thecallscameinforthesingertoperformopeningforotherfamouscountryacts.WarthanthenopenedforAaronTippin,BrettEldredge,KennyChesneyandDierkesBentley,tonameafew. OnAugust21,2013,Warthanwashomedealingwithabadcaseofstrepthroat.ShereceivedaphonecallfromthecrewatInnsbrookAfterHours,withalastminute,excitingoffer. “Iwasreallysickandhadbeentothedoctoraboutthreetimes.TheycalledmeandaskedwhatIwasdoingthatnight,thattheywantedmetoopenupfortheBandPerry,”Warthansaid.“OfcourseIsaidyes.Igotupthereanddidawhole45-minuteset.” Warthansaidtherewasnowayshecould’veturnedthatofferdown.Nomatterhowsickshewas,sheknewshe

hadtomaketheperformance. Herriseinthemusicindustrywasfastandallowedhertoskipmanyofthestepsusuallyinvolvedinbuildingacareerintheindustry.Shecreditsherhardworkanddedication,aswellashertalent,forgettingsofarsofast. “Itallhappenedsofast.ItwasstuffI’veseenpeopleworkforyearstoget,andfor me it happened in a five, six month period,”Warthansaid.“Ifyouworkhardenough,youcanskipthesmallavenuesthatpeopletryandtaketoworktheirwayup.” Now,WarthanisworkingonbookingshowsoutsideoftheRichmond/Tri-Citiesarea.Sheisalsofocusedworkingonrecordingherself-titleddebutalbum,whichwillincludeherrecentlyreleasedsingle,“Changed,”whichsheco-wrotewithasongwriterinNashville.Warthansaysshewillco-writeatleastfourofthetracksonherupcomingalbum.Warthansayssheworksapproximately85hoursaweekonhermusiccareer,inordertoworkashardaspossibletopushhersuccesshigher. “Youhavetopushyourselfandworkreallyhardsoyoucantryandgrabattentionfrompeople,andcauseacommotion,”Warthansaid. Asforherfutureinthemusicindustry,Warthanhasaverydowntoearthoutlookforwherehercareerwillend up. She has no five-year outlook forwherehercareerwillbethen,justpositivehopesthatshewillstillbedoingwhatshelovestodo. “MygoalistobeassuccessfulasIcanandtonotsettleforanythinglessthanthat,”Warthansaid.Withhernewsingle,anewalbumintheworks,andplansforasummertour,BrittanyMarieplanstomakeanameforherselfinthecountrymusicindustry.Withmorethan4,500fansonFacebook,supportfromthecommunityiswhatkeepsherpushingtorealhergoals. “Theamountofencouragementfromthecommunityisoverwhelming.Igetonfacebookanditsnothingbutpeopleencouragingmetokeepgoing.WhichisexactlywhyIdothis,”Warthansaid.


By Keith desBois

CombinedArmsSupportCommandPublicAffairs

FORTLEE–CommandSgt.MajCynthiaB.Howardtookherplaceasthe12thTransportationCorpsregimentalcommandsergeantmajorduringaMarch4ceremonyat the Transportation School. She also became the first female Soldier to hold the top noncommissioned officer position.

“Inchoosingournextregimentalcommandsergeantmajor,Iwasprovidedaslateofincrediblytalentedanddedicatedcommandsergeantsmajor,”saidCol.JohnP.Sullivan,ChiefofTransportation.“But,truthbetold,itwas not very difficult to arrive at the decision of choosing CommandSgt.Maj.Howard.ItwasreadilyapparenttomethatshehasthevisionanddrivetoleadourRegimentforward.”

Howard,aColumbia,S.C.,native,joinstheTransportationcommandteamfromthe598thTransportationBrigade,SurfaceDeploymentandDistributionCommandlocatedinSembach,Germany.“Today,Itakeontheresponsibilityofwhatwillbethemostrewardingandchallengingjobofmycareer,”Howardsaid.“Iamhumbledtoserveasthe12thregimentalcommandsergeantmajoroftheTransportationCorps.”ShewentontothankSullivanfor selecting her to be his senior noncommissioned officer andtotheregimentalcommandteamforhersmoothtransitionintothetransportationfamily.

HowardisagraduateofExcelsiorCollegewithabachelor’s degree in psychology and is also a certified nurse.Shehasattendedalllevelsofnoncommissionedofficer leadership courses to include the U.S. Army Sergeant’sMajorAcademy,DrillSergeantSchoolandAirAssaultCourse.

Her awards and decorations include: the Legion of Merit Medal;BronzeStar(2ndaward);MeritoriousServiceMedal(7thaward),ArmyCommendationMedal(3rdaward);ArmyAchievementMedal(6thaward)andArmyGoodConductMedal(10thaward).

TheTransportationSchoolisresponsibleforprovidinginstructionforapproximately17,000studentsannuallyin eight enlisted career fields, three warrant officer specialties and one officer area of concentration. Training isprovidedat24locationsrepresentingactive,Reserve,andNationalGuardSoldiers.TheTransportationSchoolspecializesintrainingpersonnelwhosupportdeploymentandthosewhomovetheforce.Areasoftrainingincludemotortransport,watercraft,cargohandling,movementcontrol and traffic management, and air, sea and rail terminaloperations.

Command Sgt. Maj Cynthia B. HowardFirst female to hold top noncommissioned officer position

PHOTO By KeITH deSBOIS, COMBIned ArMS SuPPOrT COMMAnd PuBLIC AFFAIrS

Virginia Woman Spring/Summer 2014 · 5

By Chai Gallahun

Sometimes life presents interesting intersections. For instance, what in the world could Pamela Krueth’s steam-cleaning business have in common with bee-keeping? You might be surprised at the answer. But, before making that connection, we should get to know a little bit about Pamela. Pamela Krueth started her path with A-1 Steem-it in Franklin, a small city in south-eastern Virginia, not far from the border of North Carolina. Her husband-to-be had actually started the business about a year before they were married. She had known him since age 12 and they had been high school sweethearts, so it was natural for her to get into the steam-cleaning businesses. Like with most businesses, there were ups and downs, and the repeat customers kept them steady. However, they received so many calls from the Tri-Cities area that they relocated A-1 Steem-it to Colonial Heights, where they have been ever since. And now, looking back, Pamela states that this year marks a major milestone for her. This year, she will have been with A-1 Steem-it for 25 years. But, one might ask, how can a steam-cleaning business have anything to do with bee-keeping and the sweet honey they produce? Be patient (pardon the pun), answers are buzzing and on the way! However, these answers require us to rewind just a little, seguing back to a time when her mother and sister were really into beekeeping, and would handle leftovers by giving away little jars of honey. Pamela said, “You should have seen the smiles on their faces.” One day that happened to be a Mother’s Day, her sister’s queen bee died. “We saw her crying about the queen, and thought she was crazy,” said Pamela. “But, there must be something important about bees because she was so upset.” This piqued Pamela’s interest. After all, if her sister had become so attached to the hive-minded, socially stratified and industriously pollenating honeybees, then maybe there was something more to them than she realized. Thus, she began studying about honeybees, taking her first steps into a new, sweet and wondrous world. “It was fascinating learning about them, seeing how they work,” said

Pamela. Pamela saw wonder and awe in intricacies and complexities of honeybee society. She noted how they began to grow and build even at the age of two days. She noted that all of the bees have an important role. There are nurse bees, helper bees, guard bees, feeding bees, and scout bees –just to name a few. Pamela explained how scout bees are extremely important. “On a bee’s first flight, scout bees wait for the new bees to come home. If they don’t then the scouts gather at the hive door, sending pheromones out into the air to help guide the new bees back,” said Pamela. All activity is geared toward taking care of the hive’s most central figure: the queen bee. “They essentially worship the queen,” said Pamela. “She can lay up to 1,500 eggs a day, and her helpers check on those eggs up to 1,000 times per day.” Now, that old adage of being “busy as a bee” comes to mind! Pamela began raising honeybees four years ago; her sister has been doing it for nine years. Pamela’s mentor beekeeper has been doing it for 15 years, showing her how to open-up and properly divide –or split- hives to foster expansion and growth. “I have about 90,000 honeybees, that’s 30,000 per colony,” said Pamela. One can picture the wistful look on Pamela’s face as she continues, “The more you read and study about them, the more you’re just

so attracted to them. To me, not only were they just created, but they were created with a design, some wonderful purpose in life.” That wonderful purpose translates into making it possible for farmers to feed the world. You see, pollination is paramount to plant life. Without bees, it doesn’t quite happen. Albert Einstein made an observation about honeybees, stating that if anything ever happened to them and they went extinct that humanity would not be far behind. Who would have known that the tiny honeybee had such an enormous role in the continued existence of human civilization? Of course, there are a couple more benefits to honeybees than merely ensuring our plants and vegetables are pollinated. Honeybees, of course, produce honey. It’s part of their nomenclature. “’Honey-flow’ is when nectar season begins. Right now is pollen season, and I harvest honey twice a year,” said Pamela. “You can get about 8lbs of honey per hive frame. Last year, I got about 27 pints. This is going to be the summer when I can get enough honey to last until next year.” We have hinted about the intersection of Pamela’s steam-cleaning business and beekeeping. Both of her pursuits have a lot to do with allergies, or rather, helping people cope with them. “We have customers who have really bad allergies, and they get

their carpets cleaned every two or three months,” said Pamela. Okay, steam-cleaning can help with allergies, but what does this have to do with bees? It is Old World wisdom with a strong ring of truth that recommends people with allergies to enjoy the honey from *local* bees. And, it makes sense when you think about it, because honeybees pollinate in the local area, making their honey from local sources. In a way, eating local honey is like getting an immunization. Of course, always seek guidance from a physician, but either way, eating honey certainly won’t do harm. “Have your carpets cleaned, and eat local honey, one of the best ways to naturally help fight allergies.” When asked what information she would like to make sure everyone got, Pamela said, “Honeybees are not aggressive like yellow-jackets and wasps.” She continued to explain that if anyone has a problem with *honeybees,* they can contact local beekeepers who will gladly come out and save the bees instead of killing them. Pamela made it a point to differentiate between honeybees and other aggressive species which are fine to have the exterminator resolve. We have delved into information about honeybees and beekeeping, and this has only been a fraction of the tip of the iceberg. Pamela suggests going online and doing research. Simply google beekeeping associations and related topics. You will discover there are associations, clubs and groups peppered throughout central Virginia including Richmond and Chesterfield. You can find a lot of information and make connections that might assist you into venturing into the vast world of honeybees. “I can sit and watch them for hours as they take care of their different jobs,” said Pamela. While the steam-cleaning business paid the bills, raising bees accomplished something even more satisfying for the spirit. “Kind words are like honey, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones,” said Pamela, remembering one of her favorite quotes. We’ve woven an interesting fabric here, with threads of many colors including honeybees, the survival of civilization, steam-cleaning and generosity. Who would have suspected that so many unlikely associations could possibly be contained in a single jar of local honey?

A journey as sweet as honey


Brooke Brockdorff – Assistant General Manager, Beacon Theatre Brooke is a native of Texas and relocated to Virginia in 2004. She has been in the Sales/Marketing/Music industry for over 17 years. She sees The Beacon as not only a city jewel but also a National treasure. The image of the facility is crucial to ticket sales, event rentals and artist recruiting. Therefore, she puts forth a great deal of her day developing and implementing marketing strategies. Brooke has played an intricate part in the fi nishing touches and ongo-ing character that is present in the Theatre today. She has strived to fi nd a balance between the 1928 Beacon and the modern day Beacon Theatre. The key elements to her job include, marketing the facility, overseeing and directing the staff, handling all aspects of the artists interaction with the theatre, as well as being a director in managing the ballroom /event space coordination. A natural love of what she does is refl ected in her work and her staff. “My heart, soul and passion is in every aspect of this endeavor.”

Janet CordleSales & Events Manager, Beacon Theatre Janet is a resident of Hopewell and a graduate of Hopewell High School. She enjoys the small town atmosphere. She joined the Beacon team in May of 2013. Her customer service experience started at the early age of fourteen. Janet’s committed to making the customers experience easy and enjoyable.

Jackie HumphriesEvent Coordinator, Beacon Theatre Jackie is a native to Hopewell and has always enjoyed the history, archi-tecture, and potential of the City Point area of Hopewell where the Beacon Theatre is located. She has worked at the Beacon since 2012 and watched the transformation of the theatre through the renovation phases. She feels that she has the best job anyone can ask for, “I get to attend weddings, baby showers, birthday parties, and concerts on an almost weekly basis.” She would like to see The Beacon thrive by being a collective venue that will continue to provide affordable en-tertainment based on the desires of the community.

Rose Brown-EfawEvent Coordinator, Beacon Theatre Rose is responsible for meeting the needs of customers looking to use the facility for meet-ings or various events. She also assists in ticket sales, merchandising and event day support. Family is what originally brought her to the region 18 years ago, but the love of the area has kept her here.

Hannah CramerBeacon Theatre The Beacon thanks Hannah Cramer for her dedication and devotion to her role in helping launch the early stages of the Beacon’s opening. The Beacon management and staff wish herluck in all of her future endeavors.

Danielle CainHospitality Coordinator, Beacon Theatre Danielle is responsible for pre-artist arrangements and event day hospitality for the performers. She is responsible for making sure the artists are comfortable and that everything is set for a smooth and glitch-free performance. While many of the staff focus on the audience’s needs, Danielle makes sure that the visiting artists overall impression at The Beacon remains a highlight on their tour and attempts to exceed all of their expectations. Her passion for the arts began growing up in Nashville, TN. She moved to the area eleven year ago. Danielle states “My two passions are politics and music”.

Jennifer SnotherlyEvent Coordinator, Beacon Theatre Jennifer works with the public assisting them with ticket purchases, information and event planning. Jennifer is a native of Prince George where she attended Prince George High School. “I love that the historical Beacon has been re-stored. It gives life back to the rich history of our area,” Jennifer said.


Mary Ann S. White – REALTOR®

Mary Ann is a REALTOR with Re/Max Commonwealth. She started her real estate career in 1999 and has been an active producer every since. She was Rookie of the Year her fi rst year, and has been the Sales Person of the Year and REALTOR of the year in 2012 and 2013. Mary Ann has always had the motto “Agent that will work for you and with you” and has always gone the extra mile in her career. She has recently started representing two builders S. C. Legacy Builders, LLC, and MW Homes in the age qualifi ed community of Tinsley Charter in Prince George, as well as listing and selling other properties within a 50 mile radius of her home community of Prince George. She is past President of the Southside Virginia Association of REALTORS, and has been active both on a local and state level in the real estate business. Mary Ann loves serving home buyers and sellers.

ReMax CommonwealthPrince George, Virginia • 804-731-1152 - direct phone

[email protected] - direct email • maryannrealestate.com

Beverly Wilson - Co Owner, Memorial/Monuments Specialist

Virginia Burial Supply was established by Robert C. Daughtery, Timothy Banks and Beverly Wilson. First opening in 1999 at the Boydton Plank Road location and later moving to and now conveniently located at 611 South Crater Road, Petersburg, Virginia. Virginia Burial Supply has over 40 years of experience in the funeral, monument and memorial industry. We are A+ accredited by BBB. Beverly’s commitment to detail and love of what she does ensures that extra attention when working with any family. “People want to know that you actually care about their needs at a most diffi cult time in their life, and that their love ones memories are captured in detail.”

Virginia Burial Supply & Monuments Inc.611 S. Crater Road, Petersburg VA

804-733-8138 • www.virginiaburialsupply.com

Edwina Daniel – REALTOR®, Business Owner Edwina Daniel started in Real Estate in 1984 and worked 12 years crafting her skill in this fi eld at Parr & Abernathy Realty. She then opened her own offi ce, calling it Daniel & Daniel Realty, Inc., a small family business with her husband, Jack Daniel who was instrumental in forming the business, and her son Sye Daniel who is the Broker, computer expert, and Property Manager at the offi ce. Teresa, Sye’s wife works in the main offi ce and does our accounting and Megan St. Charles works as Edwina’s administrative assistant. We are a motivated, experienced team of winners. Daniel & Daniel Realty, Inc. has been in operation since 1998. No agent in the tri-city area has met the volume of sales that Edwina Daniel has in her years of Real Estate. She has received the Top Sales Person Award for over 20 years. Be sure to visit and call us here at Daniel & Daniel Realty, Inc. to see how the winning sales team can help you in your real estate endeavors. We don’t take “no” for an answer; if there is a way, we will MAKE IT WORK!

Daniel & Daniel Realty, Inc.110 E. City Point Road, Hopewell • (804)458-4800

Charlotte Custer – Catering Coordinator Originally from West Memphis, Arkansas, Charlotte Custer has been with Brock’s Bar-B-Que for 10 years, starting out as a server and working her way up to Catering Coordinator. She hadn’t planned this career path for herself, but after having been promoted to the position, loves it and wouldn’t trade it for anything. She likes seeing clients enjoy the results of the hard work she puts into the food, “I love interacting with our clients!” said Charlotte, “I work with them one-on-one for their catering events from start to fi nish, sometimes taking months to plan every detail of the event.” To ensure only the best results for catered events, Charlotte meets clients fact-to-face, tours venue sites and plans every detail. She enjoys the fact that Brock’s serves more than just barbeque. “We fry chicken on site, we serve breakfast. You name it we can do it,” said Charlotte. As far as a favorite menu item goes, Charlotte is torn between the Memphis Ribs and the Beef Brisket, but her attention is also diverted by the barbeque sundae, which is barbeque topped with baked beans and coleslaw served in a cup. “Most people that know me know that I am a workaholic. Catering is not just a nine to fi ve job; it is 24 hours a day 7 days a week operation. I have two daughters that take up my time when I am not working,” said Charlotte. Be sure to stop by Brock’s Bar-B-Que or give them a call for all of your catering needs; Charlotte will be there to make your even a success!

Brock’s Bar-B-Que11310 Ironbridge Rd., Chester (804)796-7539 • [email protected]

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Gwen W. PerdueBusiness Owner The Flowergirl Florist & Things owned and op-erated by Gwen W. Perdue, native of Petersburg, VA. with 30 years experience in the fl oral industry. Gwen opened in the old “Holt Jewelry” building in the heart of the Historic Courthouse District of Re-vitalized Downtown Petersburg, in September 2012, to be a main street fl orist. The Flowergirl Florist carries a vast inventory of concrete bird baths, shabby chic decoré, hand made wreaths, garlands, centerpeices and seasonal acces-sories for the home or offi ce. We get fresh fl owers daily and carry indoor plants and hanging baskets for outdoors. The Flowergirl Florist offers you personal and professional service. Let us turn your feel-ings into fl owers, or come in to pick out a new wreath for your door. We deliver in the Tri-City and Greater Richmond area.

The Flowergirl Florist218 N. Sycamore St., Petersburg, VA 23803 • 804-919-4950 • www.thefl owergirlva.com

Patty Ange – EMRS, REALTOR®

Patty Ange has been a licensed REALTOR® since 1997 when she found herself a widow with three small children and in need of a job with fl exible hours that would still allow her to be there for her children. What started as an idea for a short term solution actually evolved into a career that she absolutely loves. “I truly enjoy assisting my clients with buying or selling their homes whether it’s the fi rst time homebuyer, the growing family needing more space, the empty nesters looking to downsize or the savvy real estate investor”. The Golden Rule serves as the guiding principle in the way that Patty does business and she strives to always serve her client’s best interest in all that she does. “I work diligently to ensure that the trust my clients place in me as their agent is well deserved”.

1st Choice Realty Group2306 Boulevard, Suite E, Colonial Heights, VA 23834

(804) 283-3459 • www.pattyange.com

Margy ChandlerBusiness Owner Spring’s arrived, and exciting things are happening at The Chandlery in The Crossings Shopping Center! Present beautiful religious jewelry to yourself and someone special to you. There are many popular gift ideas to provide your mother or loved one with. Some of the classic selections include many different “Mom” or family rings and pendants in both gold and silver; her very own monogram fancy ring can be obtained in 14k yellow gold, white gold, or sterling silver; we feature dressy watches, fi ne chains and earrings, and be sure to get all the personalized Refl ections Name Beads for her chosen bead bracelet. These gifts are appreciated on holidays, anniversaries and birthdays, as well! During the wedding months, couples choose from our gorgeous diamond solitaires of many sizes, shapes, colors and prices, in order for our custom jewelry work to create a masterpiece to wear for your lifetime. Also, Dads shop the new stainless steel jewelry and gift selections. Graduates love pearl sets and new Chandlery timepieces. Please register early for either your small, enjoyable glass jewelry-making lesson, or the professional pearl-stringing class held once monthly on Saturday mornings this coming summer.

The Chandlery • 5266 Oaklawn Blvd., Hopewell, VA • 804-458-7751

By Family Features

You don’t have to be a celebrity to pull off stunning red carpet looks. This spring, get the same glamorous glow by adding a few simple steps into your beauty routine.

As one of Hollywood’s most admired makeup artists, Pati Dubroff has worked with many A-listers, including Charlize Theron, Gwyneth Paltrow, Julianne Moore and Sheryl Crow. With such loyal followers seeking her expertise and creative vision, it’s no wonder Dubroff’s beauty secrets are desired by women everywhere. On a mission to help ladies let their inner beauty shine a little brighter on the outside, Dubroff offered

up some helpful pointers on how to glam up for the new season.

ExpERT TipS fOR yOuTo let your makeup routine mimic the carefree and easygoing spring days ahead, Dubroff provided these simple beauty tips:

LET Skin iLLuMinATEA youthful glow is always in style, but this season it’s especially chic. For the eyes, go with subtle gold tones to frame the lids. Your cheekbones will have a natural, flattering pop when you brush on a soft apricot blush.

TRy MuLTi-uSE pRODucTSIt’s an exciting time in the beauty world, with products

being introduced that serve multiple uses. These helpful products allow you to save time and money while you beautify. Streamline your skin routine with Jergens BB Body Perfecting Skin Cream, which delivers flawless results in just five days.

Think pinkFor spring, go with bright, happy and vibrant pink shades to add color to your lips and to complete your ensemble. “I love to replace a red lipstick with an equally alive and vibrant shade of pink,” said Dubroff. “I find the deeper brights more wearable - but some people love and look great in more vivid neon like shades - blondes especially.”

BEAuTify ALL OvERWarm spring weather means skirts, dresses and sleeveless blouses will soon be a major fixture in your wardrobe - so get ready to show off those arms and legs. Make sure your beauty

routine gives special treatment to the areas you don’t often think about. Use an all-over skin product, such as Jergens BB Body Perfecting Skin Cream, which hydrates, illuminates, evens, firms and corrects, leaving your skin radiant and ready to show a little skin.

ADD WARMThMoving away from the winter months, it’s time for your skin to have some warmth. Get the look by incorporating a touch of a darker shade of tinted moisturizer and add a bit of foundation on the outer portions of face. This gives a bronzy hint without the heavy orangey powder bronzes most people use.

From the perfect pout to lustrous legs, incorporate a few of these beauty tips into your day and you’ll be turning heads - even without the red carpet. For other great skin-perfecting ideas, visit www.jergens.com

Get the Glow This Spring

Dr. Aboujaoude - pronounced “Ah-boo-jah-dee” - is a native of Lebanon; his wife is a pharmacist and they have two girls who are busy taking care of their little dog. Dr. Aboujaoude has a special interest in providing medical and minimally invasive surgical options for patients with urinary incontinence (leaky bladder) and pelvic organ prolapse, including robotic-assisted procedures. An award-winning physician, he is fl uent in three languages and has lived in Richmond for the past 4 years. He has received advanced surgical training to perform da Vinci robotic surgery. For more information on da Vinci surgical procedures, please visit daVinciSurgery.com and daVinciHysterectomy.com, and for more information about female pelvic medicine please visit this website http://www.voicesforpfd.org.

Ramzi Aboujaoude – M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

804.520.0205


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