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Feature
Grammy-award winning singer, Natalie Cole, talks candidly about her decision to follow in her famous father’s footsteps, the difficulties of not only pursuing a career in music, but also the difficulties of being a woman in show business — the demands women face that men do not, being an African American woman, and being a single mother.
It’s a very interesting combination of qualities that you need to have to be in this business. It is very visually oriented. It’s not as prejudiced as it used to be as far as women are concerned, but the bottom line is you still have to be cute, and men can get away with a lot more than women can in this business, period. Whether you’re acting or singing or a musician, when you’re a woman, you have to have the whole package, and it’s still very unfair in that sense.
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Book Corner
Trying to find the perfect summer reading book? Check out these suggestions as well as information about two summer literary events: Writers on the Vine in Aquebogue and a book discussion group at the Port Washington Library.
FYI
Looking for a new sense of style? Well, the television show, Project Runway, is looking for contestants. New research shows that meditation, even short periods of it, can improve your abilities and concentration. Can’t bear to part with your favorite pair of shoes, even though they cause you pain every time you wear them? Invisi-Sole, a new product promises to solve all types of shoes infirmities. And meet this month’s Long Island Woman-103-year-old Mary Siricusa!
Health
Women and depression is a common and serious problem, and nothing to be ashamed of. This article discusses the symptoms of depression, the different types of depression, the causes of depression, and resources for help with dealing with depression.
Women might conceal their depression from family and friends for fear of being ridiculed or looked at as crazy or weak. However, the fact is, women experience depression about twice as often as men.
Health & Wellness Guide
Check out the new Health and Wellness Guide, with resources of Long Island Woman advertisers such as acupuncture, fitness, holistic health, medi-spa, non-surgical facelift, radiology, weight control and much more!
My Turn
In her article, “Lighthouse Lessons,” Holly Leigh reminisces about wonderful and timeless summer trips to Montauk with her best friend and her three young sons.
The lighthouse remains our shared point of reference that anchors us in time and place. But the true beacon that draws us together comes from the energy and spirit of three boys we once guided but whose engaging light we now follow.
Happenings
Consult our extensive guide to what’s new and interesting in the arts, education and more this month on the Island.
Support Groups
An extensive listing of Long Island area support groups primarily geared toward women.
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