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I hope you are as excited as we are to be here at Homecoming again. I have to say this is one of my faves series of events that we do, although for me, it is more than just a series of events. These series of events are in a effort to raise money for Sickle Cell Disease Association of America. This is a disease that directly affects my real life, I see it and I live it!

This year we have some great sponsors that have decided to be apart of this fight with us. Please take a look at these organizations and look into them. While you are checking them out, give them a warm thank you!

Check Out Our Sponsors!!

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GotDammit

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Xi Gamma Xi Fraternity Inc...

ΞΓΞ was founded on July 21st 2018 By Bryson J. Riley ; it started out with just a vision and a dream to make a difference in the Greek community. They wanted to strive for something outside of the normal realm of what they have seen from other organizations to form something a little more suited to them and like minded brothers. The Founder had a vision of what he would like to see more in a Brotherhood; therefore a conscious decision was made to form Xi Gamma Xi Fraternity Inc. ΞΓΞ is brotherhood that promotes Growth, Philanthropy, Unity, Stability, Respect, Friendships, Service while helping each other reach their full potential in meeting goals. As each brother receive support from one another leaning on the shoulders of your fellow brothers.... Together we can accomplish anything.

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 Zeta Nu Chi SL Sorority..

A house built on a strong foundation will not fall...
Sisterhood is always first. We are based on Quality not Quantity. Friendship not fraudulence, Love not drama, Loyalty not deception. We are strong women, looking for even stronger sisters.

We are undeniably a sisterhood that defies all stereotypes, and Command center-stage. We are sisters, beautifully gifted, exquisitely made, unique visions of intellectual perfection embodied in the vision of loveliness that is a Zeta Nu Chi Woman.

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 TKO Designs SL

Uniquely different, wonderfully bold Always You Clothing that makes your body smile.

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 Sigma Gamma Sigma Sorority Inc.

Sigma Gamma Sigma Sorority was founded on the principles of unity, loyalty, individuality, being independent, trust and sisterhood. We represent high moral standards and love and to aid the lives of women and the SL community.

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 Lambda Pi Xi Fraternity 

An intellectual group of inclusive SL Male Avatars driven by truth, diversity, and an innate sense of brotherhood.

WWW.LAMBDAPIXI.COM

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Gamma Epsilon Nu SL Fraternity

Our purpose is to uplift our brothers in arms as well show acts of kindness and care to others around us. To never be judgmental and to always put ourselves in another's shoes. Our purpose is to be a constant for our families and friends in a world that is ever changing. We strive to remember that no man or woman is perfect and to see individuals without fault or blame. We strive to be that of a phoenix, to rise from the ashes with strength and fortitude to continue forward on our path.

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 Bella Allure Salon-Sl

A Salon on second life with a real life stylist here to fulfill all your role play beauty shop needs! Come experience a real salon atmosphere with a friendly staff that specializes in Make up,Hair,Manicures and Pedicures,massages and facials

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 Theta Delta Alpha SL Sorority

ΘΔΑ Founded Sept 1, 2013

~ Theta Delta Alpha SL Sorority~

We are the Classy, Sexy yet Educated Ladies of Theta Delta Alpha. Our mission is to help educate, assist and support women in their endeavors. We provide assistance and support to community organizations throughout second life. Our 11 principals to maintain a successful sorority:

-Sisterhood-Communication-Cooperation-Respect

-Dedication-Loyalty-Organization-Class-Determination

-Active-Unity

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Xi Delta Psi, SL

We are a sisterhood that was formed to create a family type bond on sl. We are focused on spending time with each other and growing as a unit. Numbers are not important to us but having a group of like minded women who bring diversity to the tables is.

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Alpha Kai Delta & Gamma Nu Theta Philanthropy 

Since 2013, Alpha Kai Delta Sorority & Gamma Nu Theta Fraternity have sponsored an SL Haunted Halloween Cruise to raise breast cancer awareness. The cruise and other events/excursions take over 4 days and 3 nights on 2 full sims. During the past 6 years, with the help of our sponsors/partners, we were able to raise over $2500 USD for the Look Good Feel Better Program.

Last year more 350 avatars participated in our fund-raising efforts . our cruise and events over 4 days & 3 nights. All sponsors receive radio shout-outs and having their logos/brand prominently displayed as a corporate sponsor of such a meaningful cause. They are also listed and identified as featured event sponsors for specific parties and excursions.

WHAT IS LOOK GOOD FEEL BETTER?

Look Good Feel Better is a non-medical, brand-neutral public service program that teaches beauty techniques to people with cancer to help them manage the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. The program includes lessons on skin and nail care, cosmetics, wigs and turbans, accessories and styling, helping people with cancer to find some normalcy in a life that is by no means normal. You can find information about this cause on the (http://lookgoodfeelbetter.org/) website.

* 50,000 women served in the US annually

* 150 companies supporting the US program

* 150,000 estimated annual volunteer hours

* Made possible through collaborations with the American Cancer Society and the Professional Beauty Association.

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Delta Rho Zeta Sorority Sisters SL

Delta Rho Zeta We are queens and we are always uplifting each other and making sure we fix each other crown. #DRZQUEENCODE

Flower:

Gardenia Flower-purity, love and refinement, which makes them an appropriate choice for wedding occasions.

Queen Code:

A queen is a woman who breaks the mold, she who wants to be… She is a knight polishing her Armour, carrying her own sword, fight her own battles, carrying her own glory and she offers no apologies.

Motto:

Having a sister is like having a best friend you can’t get rid of you know whatever you do, they’ll still be there.

Principles:

Help one another is part of the religion of our sisterhood.

Love,Understanding,Trust

Mascot:

Cougar -reinforces your belief that you are destined for great things. The natural leader in you always shines through. As with the Goat, when you walk with the cougar spirit animal, you have the confidence to take on any role, and not just a leadership role.

Spirit Animals

Zebra-Master of Balance a symbol for individuality. Zebras stripes symbolism brings understanding of the deeper spiritual meaning and significance of Balance, through the arts of blending opposites, yin and yang energies which brings clarity to see new layers of truth.

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Zeta Theta Mu Sorority

Our mission is to care about the world, about life, about people and about ourselves. To love ourselves, our sisters and our community. To uplift and empower one another, to always seek knowledge and understanding. To fight for our beliefs, our passions and our accomplishments. To do good, to be true to ourselves, against apathy, and most of all, to be remembered.

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Hillman University

Our motto "A Different World - We Collectively bring about change to new and challenging Ventures........Standing together to bring about change to a new and different world to the perfection of one - A Different World to enhance us All."

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Sacred Heart Medical University SL 

Sacred Heart Medical University SL was founded on April 26, 2018 when Dr. Destiny Joffer-Davis (Founder and physician @ Family Luv Medical Center) enthusiastically decided to give in to the many requests for her teachings, and formed a school of her own. With this school she wanted to make sure she gave her students not only the knowledge of Second Life to become a great physician, but also real life learning to give their patients the most realistic experience possible. This has since become a great challenge and a great experience for her.

Dr. Joffer-Davis thrives on helping others excel and become better.

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 Family Luv Medical/Birthing Center

Family Luv Medical/Birthing Center was founded in November 2011 by Destiny Brongniart and Candi Highmist. The Center is a family oriented practice that believes in giving the patient the best care and experience possible. We at FLMC care about you and your health and our motto is a "family’s love is good medicine". Not only do we care about our patients as if they were our own family but we also have trained professionals who are caring, loving and have the knowledge base to provide your every need.

We are reasonably priced and have the best role play a person could ask for. Ask previous patients about their experience with FLMC. Get the real dish on us from our patients. We give you a very realistic experience and no hassles.

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We sincerely thank all of our sponsors!

Don't miss out and come join us during homecoming this week! 

See you there!!!

Signing Out

Dr. Destiny Joffer-Davis

                        aka

                            Big Sister On Point

🚑 Sickle Cell Awareness Month 🚑

This is a month that is dear to me but before we go into that, let me just explain to everyone just exactly what is Sickle Cell Disease, who it affects and why is it so important that we try to help to find some kind of solution or cure.

What is Sickle Cell Disease (SCD)?
Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a condition that affects people around the world. Due to the serious health problems associated with SCD there is a need to know more about the disease.

Among those with SCD, their red blood cells become hard and sticky and look like a C-shaped farm tool called a "sickle". The sickle-shaped cells die early, which causes a constant shortage of red blood cells. When a person doesn't have enough red blood cells, they have a condition called anemia. Also, when these misshaped blood cells travel through small blood vessels, they can get stuck and clog the blood flow. Whenever this happens, it results in severe pain and organ damage and can cause serious infections.

People with SCD can live productive lives and enjoy most of the activities that people without SCD do. These are some things that people with SCD can do to stay as healthy as possible:

• Get regular checkups. Regular health checkups with a primary care doctor can help prevent some serious problems.
• Prevent infections. Common illnesses, like influenza quickly can become dangerous for a child with SCD. The best defense is to take simple steps to help prevent infections. 
   
• Learn healthy habits.People with SCD should drink 8 to 10 glasses of water every day and eat healthy food. They also should try not to get too hot, too cold, or too tired.
• Look for clinical studies.New clinical research studies are happening all the time to find better treatments and, hopefully, a cure for SCD. People who take part in these studies might have access to new medicines and treatments.
• Get support. People with SCD should find a patient support group or other organization in the community that can provide information, assistance, and support.

However, there are also stages to this disease and those with the more severe stage find it hard to participate in everyday lives because going through Sickle Cell "Crisis" also cause organ damage and this also affects the person's quality of life.

How do you get it?

People who inherit one sickle cell gene and one normal gene have sickle cell trait (SCT). People with SCT usually do not have any of the symptoms of sickle cell disease (SCD), but they can pass the trait on to their children.

SCT is diagnosed with a simple blood test. People at risk of having SCT can talk with a doctor or health clinic about getting this test.

How Sickle Cell Trait is Inherited

• If both parents have SCT, there is a 50% (or 1 in 2) chance that any child of theirs also will have SCT, if the child inherits the sickle cell gene from one of the parents. Such children will not have symptoms of SCD, but they can pass SCT on to their children.

• If both parents have SCT, there is a 25% (or 1 in 4) chance that any child of theirs will have SCD. There is the same 25% (or 1 in 4) chance that the child will not have SCD or SCT.

-- Know your body especially before having children. Although I do not have the disease, I deal with this on a very regular basis due to someone in my family. This disease is lethal and very painful. It causes organ damage and failure and leads to death. I am being blunt because it's just that serious. 

If you know someone in your life with the disease then you understand what I am saying.

Every year Eta Sigma Delta does their annual Greek Homecoming which is a set of week long events, while this is fun it is also to serve for a very important cause, Sickle Cell Awareness. We raise money to donate in the hopes of one day they will find more effective ways to help our loved ones. Help in the cause... This year those events will be held from September 30th - October 6th.

Signing off
Destiny Joffer-Davis MD
                       aka
                           Big Sister On Point

Positive Thinking Day

HERE IS A QUICK AND EASY WAY

 TO CELEBRATE 

POSITIVE THINKING!

Positive Thinking Day is a time set aside each year to concentrate on all things positive. An American entrepreneur started this day in 2003 so that people could commemorate the many rewards that can be found in thinking positively.

How to Celebrate Positive Thinking Day

If you are not sure what to do to celebrate, here are a few suggestions.

• Start the day positively by saying “Today is going to be a good day!” This will set the tone for the day ahead of you.
• Say some affirmations. These are positive sentences about you or your circumstances that can give you boldness, confidence and self-esteem.
• Hang around with positive people.
• Show gratitude for the simple things in life.
• Read or watch positive, motivational books and movies.
• Be kind to someone today.
• Finally, the best thing you can do for yourself and others, today and everyday is to simply smile.

ETA SIGMA DELTA'S PRINCESS PINKY RUFUS

A.K.A

BIG SISTER SET IT OFF....

ON A MORE POSITIVE NOTE. THINK POSITIVE AND POSITIVE THINGS WILL HAPPEN.

🤦‍♀️ PCOS Awareness Month 🤦‍♀️

Before getting into the facts about what PCOS is let me just tell you a little facts about me. When I was pregnant and was having a lot of different issues in my pregnancy starting with my hormone levels, to bleeding at a lot of different points in my pregnancy, to high blood pressure to ending up with preeclampsia, to finding out I had poly-cystic cyst that the doctors swore to me would go away on it's on, I knew something wasn't right. After the birth of my son, my menstrual was never the same, sometimes I got my menstrual and sometimes it wouldn't come for months. When it did come the longest it lasted was a month and a half and I bled so bad that now to this day I am anemic. During that time test was done on me and I kept getting the run around about what need to happen versus what was going on. Recently, I found another doctor and began the testing again and I found out I had PCOS - Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome and of course I had no idea what it was except that it was something that was causing problems in my everyday life.  Mostly all of the symptoms listed below I had and it is no fun living with this. A lot of people do not know about this and the fact of how many women actually suffers from it. I chose to do this blog because it represents me and I had a chance to give my voice on it and to educate other women. I wear teal for me because I will continue to fight it. 

What is PCOS?
Polycystic (pah-lee-SIS-tik) ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a complex endocrine system disorder impacting hormone production in women, often causing irregular menstrual cycles. It disrupts fertility health for these women in many ways! Why PCOS happens is still somewhat of a mystery. It could be a genetic condition, yet is believed to be a result of hormonal imbalance and the body’s inability to properly regulate insulin, which is made worse by poor diet, excess body fat, and an inactive lifestyle. Each woman with PCOS presents differently, beyond irregular cycles, many often experiences any combination of symptoms: anovulation, excess male-patterned hair growth, thinning hair or hair loss, acne, has multiple cysts on her ovaries, may be overweight or obese, yet may be thin, insulin resistance, and this list could probably go on.
With PCOS, women typically have:

• High levels of androgens (AN-druh-junz). These are sometimes called male hormones, though females also make them.
• Missed or irregular periods (monthly bleeding)
• Many small cysts (sists) (fluid-filled sacs) in their ovaries

What is the cause of PCOS?

The cause of PCOS is unknown. But most experts think that several factors, including genetics, could play a role. Women with PCOS are more likely to have a mother or sister with PCOS.

A main underlying problem with PCOS is a hormonal imbalance. In women with PCOS, the ovaries make more androgens than normal. Androgens are male hormones that females also make. High levels of these hormones affect the development and release of eggs during ovulation.

Researchers also think insulin may be linked to PCOS. Insulin is a hormone that controls the change of sugar, starches, and other food into energy for the body to use or store. Many women with PCOS have too much insulin in their bodies because they have problems using it. Excess insulin appears to increase production of androgen. High androgen levels can lead to:

• Acne
• Excessive hair growth
• Weight gain
• Problems with ovulation

Want to know if you possibly have PCOS? Check out the symptoms

The symptoms of PCOS can vary from woman to woman. Some of the symptoms of PCOS include:

• Infertility (not able to get pregnant) because of not ovulating. In fact, PCOS is the most common cause of female infertility 
• Infrequent, absent, and/or irregular menstrual periods
• Hirsutism (HER-suh-tiz-um) — increased hair growth on the face, chest, stomach, back, thumbs, or toes
• Cysts on the ovaries
• Acne, oily skin, or dandruff
• Weight gain or obesity, usually with extra weight around the waist
• Male-pattern baldness or thinning hair
• Patches of skin on the neck, arms, breasts, or thighs that are thick and dark brown or black
• Skin tags — excess flaps of skin in the armpits or neck area
• Pelvic pain
• Anxiety or depression
• Sleep apnea — when breathing stops for short periods of time while asleep

How can you get tested?

There is no single test to diagnose PCOS. Your doctor will take the following steps to find out if you have PCOS or if something else is causing your symptoms.

• Medical history. Your doctor will ask about your menstrual periods, weight changes, and other symptoms.
• Physical exam. Your doctor will want to measure your blood pressure, body mass index (BMI), and waist size. He or she also will check the areas of increased hair growth. You should try to allow the natural hair to grow for a few days before the visit.
• Pelvic exam. Your doctor might want to check to see if your ovaries are enlarged or swollen by the increased number of small cysts.
• Blood tests. Your doctor may check the androgen hormone and glucose (sugar) levels in your blood.
• Vaginal ultrasound (sonogram). Your doctor may perform a test that uses sound waves to take pictures of the pelvic area. It might be used to examine your ovaries for cysts and check the endometrium (en-do-MEE-tree-uhm) (lining of the womb). This lining may become thicker if your periods are not regular.

What are some risks with having PCOS?

Women with PCOS have greater chances of developing several serious health conditions, including life-threatening diseases. Recent studies found that:

• More than 50 percent of women with PCOS will have diabetes or pre-diabetes (impaired glucose tolerance) before the age of 40.
• The risk of heart attack is 4 to 7 times higher in women with PCOS than women of the same age without PCOS.
• Women with PCOS are at greater risk of having high blood pressure.
• Women with PCOS have high levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol and low levels of HDL (good) cholesterol.
• Women with PCOS can develop sleep apnea. This is when breathing stops for short periods of time during sleep.

Women with PCOS may also develop anxiety and depression. It is important to talk to your doctor about treatment for these mental health conditions.

Women with PCOS are also at risk for endometrial cancer. Irregular menstrual periods and the lack of ovulation cause women to produce the hormone estrogen, but not the hormone progesterone. Progesterone causes the endometrium (lining of the womb) to shed each month as a menstrual period. Without progesterone, the endometrium becomes thick, which can cause heavy or irregular bleeding. Over time, this can lead to endometrial hyperplasia, when the lining grows too much, and cancer.

Get educated and get informed.

Signing out

Destiny Joffer-Davis 

             aka Big Sister On Point

PCOS