2023 READING LIST!
It's a shame to notice that people don't read a lot these days. You will be surprised by the number of people who miss opportunities in...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Aug 6, 2022
- 1 min
Welcome to TORONTO!! "We the North!"
I like to think of myself as a world traveler. However, I recently realized that I have not been showing the city that I have been...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- May 26, 2022
- 1 min
Meatless Day: Home-Made BURRITO!
As I mentioned before, I am not vegetarian and I eat meat. However, it also good to have a few days during the week when you don't eat...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Mar 27, 2022
- 1 min
The Importance of using a FACE TONER!
The weather is extremely dry here in Toronto (we are almost in April at the time I am writing this article, and yet there is still some...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Mar 14, 2022
- 2 min
If you want longer, stronger Hair & Nails: EAT THIS!
This article will actually mix nutrition and beauty together. The growth (and health) of our hair and nails depends a lot on what we eat....
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Feb 25, 2022
- 1 min
Fried Egg Salad (Home made!)
It's okay to treat yourself every once in a while in a restaurant. But as you know, I am always giving tips to save a little bit of money...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Jun 25, 2021
- 1 min
Eating at home helps you save money!
My post of today is mostly about the amount of money we spend when we eat outside a lot. Don't get me around, I like to treat myself with...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Jun 10, 2021
- 1 min
Kicking off Summer with a HEALTHY breakfast
The lockdown is over in Toronto!!! Summer is officially here!! I am so happy! I can't wait to start walking outside 3 times a week for at...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Jan 30, 2021
- 2 min
Red Beans & Banana Plantains (Cameroon Shout out!)
Africa is such a rich continent! Sometimes at this time of the year, I just want to be back home under the sun! We have everything in...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Jan 25, 2021
- 1 min
A HEALTHY SALAD to start 2021: zucchini, chickpeas, avocado, carrots
As you know, I am really into nutrition. The holiday season is over, and I know the majority of people is trying to get back into shape....
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Jan 18, 2021
- 3 min
Being BILINGUAL increases your chance of getting A JOB!
My native language is French, I am fluent in English and I also speak Spanish. Here in Toronto, I have some experience as a French...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Dec 28, 2020
- 1 min
New Year's Eve makeup with MAC, CoverGirl, Bourjois & Anastasia
New Year's eve is right around the corner! So why don't we spice things up with some gold and bronze makeup, and also top it up with a...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Dec 14, 2020
- 1 min
My collection of LUXURIOUS PERFUME & BODY MIST
As the holiday season officially kicked off and Christmas is approaching, I decided to make that post to help the men out there pick a...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Nov 27, 2020
- 1 min
Home-made VEGGIE SOUP to kick off winter!
It's freezing in this city...That's a reality in Canada. The temperature will go below zero sometimes during winter. Plus, as the days...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Nov 9, 2020
- 5 min
#END GENDER INEQUALITY!
The reason why I decided to write an article about women condition, in particular gender inequality, is because the gap between the rich...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Oct 24, 2020
- 1 min
Good quality nail polish by REVLON, Sally Hansen, L'OREAL and OPI
I have always liked to do my nails. Whether you have a job interview, a professional meeting, you are at work or on a zoom call, I think...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Oct 12, 2020
- 2 min
Sauteed spinach with shrimp and butter fried potatoes (Cameroon shout out!)
Just to give you a little bit of back story, the name Cameroon come from the portuguese word "camaroes". Indeed, when the Portuguese...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Oct 8, 2020
- 1 min
Showing my support to Black Authors, Entrepreneurs and Social Activists!
Here is a list of books from Black Authors, Entrepreneurs and Social Activists that I own and I highly recommend. I will add more over...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Aug 2, 2020
- 1 min
MY HANDBAGS COLLECTION!!!
You guys unanimously liked my shoe collection a few months ago. Therefore, I decided to show you my handbags collection. As I always say,...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- May 1, 2020
- 2 min
Home-made fried rice with shrimp
I think you guys all know by now that I love me some good home-cooked meals, mainly because they are a lot healthier. Plus, eating...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Apr 25, 2020
- 3 min
The Impact of Covid-19 in Africa
10, 20, 50, 100, 1000, 5000, 10 000.....that's how the number of cases kept growing day by day in China, then it spread to the rest of...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Feb 18, 2020
- 2 min
MY SHOE COLLECTION! From my Closet to Yours: Enjoy!
This post is long overdue....I know! It was actually requested by many people. I am a BIG SHOE LOVER! I couldn't even fit all of them...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Jan 31, 2020
- 3 min
STOP attacking immigrants!
I have been dying to write about this for so long. As you will read my article (and therefore my story) you will understand why. Every...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Jan 13, 2020
- 1 min
Who wants some FRENCH CREPES?
Instead of buying them outside at an expensive price, I make them at home and at least I know what ingredients are in there. Plus, when...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Jan 3, 2020
- 1 min
Some good quality HYDRATING FACE MASKS!
Treat your skin at home like they would do at the spa! You guys know by now that I like my skin to be on fleek, glowing and tight. In...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Dec 9, 2019
- 2 min
A nice VEAL STEW to keep you warm during winter
There is nothing like a good home cooked meal especially at this time of the year. Plus I am someone who loves to cook and eat at home...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Nov 20, 2019
- 1 min
A healthy BEAN SALAD to boost your vitamins during winter
Winter is here! Unfortunately because of that the level of vitamins in your system drops quite a bit since the days are shorter and we...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Nov 4, 2019
- 3 min
Why are we all in DEBT?
First of all, I want to start this article by stating that I am neither an economist, nor an expert in finance. I can only speak from my...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Sep 24, 2019
- 1 min
"On se donne des nouvelles" by Valerie Trierweiler
I will read her book. I read the first one "Merci pour ce Moment". It takes two people to tango and the way she was treated was not ok....
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Aug 7, 2019
- 1 min
"RED ON: ROCK ON!!"
My Favorite Red Lipsticks!! This post is over due!! I know!! Who doesn't like to rock some red lips especially at this time of the year?...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- May 26, 2019
- 1 min
"Partie de Rien" by Hapsatou Sy
Another book I will definitely read. Let's give our African Entrepreneur some shout out! She worked really hard to get where she is right...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Mar 7, 2019
- 4 min
REAL TALK: Physical & Mental Abuse!
It takes a lot of courage to get out of a toxic relationship. It can be cutting ties with a boyfriend, a fiance, a husband, BUT ALSO (and...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Jan 2, 2019
- 3 min
WHAT ABOUT US?
1986. That's the year I was born. In my previous article titled "What's your mantra?", I stated that I am always happy whenever a...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Dec 9, 2018
- 1 min
The health benefits of eating LENTILS
It's freezing in Toronto!!! Whoever knows me also knows that during winter I am big lover of healthy soups and stews. I told you in one...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Dec 6, 2018
- 1 min
Don't leave your makeup overnight Ladies!
I cannot stress this enough!! Removing your makeup and washing your face at night is a really important part of skin care that should not...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Nov 18, 2018
- 1 min
Becoming by Michelle Obama
The title speaks for itself!! This woman did so much for her husband and her family. Whether or not we share the same the political...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Oct 26, 2018
- 1 min
Luxembourg city, such a cute city!
I took this trip a few years ago...It was during the time I was doing my Master's degree in Paris, and I went there during a long...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Oct 17, 2018
- 1 min
You look sharp in PENCIL girl!
Pencil dresses never go out of style: They are just IT!! They are a great fit and elongate your figure. You look elegant when you wear...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Oct 17, 2018
- 2 min
Add VEGGIES to your WINTER DIET!
Winter is coming people! and it is starting to get really cold outside. Every morning, on my way to work, the first thought that goes...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Oct 5, 2018
- 5 min
What's your MANTRA?
There are a few sayings I believe in, and here are some of my favorites (of course for the French ones, I will give you the translation...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Oct 4, 2018
- 1 min
Organic Noni juice and fibromyalgia
I have fibroids, and apparently so do a lot of African women. I don't know if it has to do with our hormones, but "Damn"! Of course, I...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Oct 4, 2018
- 1 min
Yes, her book is finally out!
Honestly I really want to read her book cause I don't like the way they are trying to hush her up by any means necessary. People can say...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Sep 26, 2018
- 1 min
Taking you to court ON POINT!!
I love pointed heels!! Don't be surprised if you see me posting about brands like VALENTINO, JIMMY CHOO, AQUAZZURA, DUNE, TED BAKER and...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Sep 26, 2018
- 1 min
You are not gonna dry me out!
when you move from one country to another, it can be hard to find the same beauty products cause not every brand will be sold everywhere....
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Sep 17, 2018
- 2 min
What to wear for an INTERVIEW?
Isn't this the big and first question we ask ourselves as soon as we have an interview coming? Let me tell you something Ladies and let's...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Sep 17, 2018
- 1 min
I want that book!!
I tried to look for it at the library...no luck!!! that's the only problem when you live in North America, some great stuff that are...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Sep 14, 2018
- 1 min
I will read it
I don't follow her but I think that's a great comeback . I wish I were in a book club right now to comment the book. I just ordered it at...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Sep 14, 2018
- 2 min
WALK PEOPLE!! It's good for your HEALTH!!
I really wanted to write an article about the importance of walking. Indeed, ever since I moved to North America, I noticed that the...
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Sep 9, 2018
- 1 min
All roads lead to ROME!
I went to Rome for my 25th birthday. If I correctly remember, I stayed there for 4 days... Rome is a really beautiful and historic city....
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Marie-Madeleine Mbong
- Sep 9, 2018
- 1 min
PURPLE RAIN
I LOVE purple beauty products! They go so well with my skin tone, they make my lips pop more....EVERYTHING! Usually if I do my lips...
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