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By Maria Fernanda Molinari

Spring is in the air. It is the season to put away all the winter stuff, make changes in our houses and get ready for all the things summer has for us, even here in Miami where we can't tell ex-actly when does winter season begins or ends we hit the gym more often, wear brighter colors and show a younger much lively spirit.Our "In Brickell Life & Style Magazine" was born in winter and as this summer approaches we are making changes as well adding new sections like the music review of new releases by Leslie Ames a peruvian reporter and music producer for more than 20 years, the monthly exclusive cocktail recipe by Carlos Bruno and the so commented make up section by Maria Laura Carrizo make up artist to the celebrities.To spruce up, add color and a younger spirit to

this issue we feature in our cover the talented pop singer and writer Sindy Rush who's latest single "Get you Drunk" has obtained 200,000 views in You Tube in less than a month, song she'll be performing in her concert at Kukara-makara Brickell this month. From ABC Family Network arrives Sara Hulevitz who is going to give us an inside view of her tv show about women's health, wealth, wellness and fashion "Legal Fashionista" all this while we celebrate this year the Actor's Playhouse 25th anniversary with six exciting Mainstage productions.

As I said... "Spring is in the air". I hope you en-joy reading this issue as much as we did mak-ing it. I see you next month with more exciting new sections.

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If your skin has yellowish tones, don’t use pink tones.The liquid foundations can be light or have a dense con-sistency depending on the type of coverage needed and are very easy to apply. The cream foundations may have moisturizer and cover the skin greatly. As the name im-plies, it is a moisturizer that has a pigment to cover up imperfections. A lot of these foundations besides having moisturizer they also have sun block.

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With this product we eliminate two steps: Sun block and founda-tion. They are ideal for people who don’t like wearing make up , don’t have the time for it and don’t re-quire much to cover up their im-perfections.There are two types of powder: loose and compact. There’s a spe-cial type powder that looks like the compact powder, but if ap-plied with a sponge and a little bit of water they turn creamy and can substitute the foundation.You can use the powders the same color of your skin, or transparent or translucid. I prefer the second, but if you only apply powder with-out foundation then it will be better to have the powder the same color of your skin.Lastly, we will talk about conceal-ers. They come in various sizes, shapes and colors, as far as tex-ture, there are liquid, creams and bars. The liquid concealer is the most widely used on dark circles, it has a medium coverage and is easy to apply. The cream correc-tor and bars have a denser cover-age and are used in different col-ors when the dark circles are more pronounced.

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• 10 to 15 before applying foundation or powders clean your face and apply moisturizer. Wait 10-15 minutes to apply your make up, this will help make your skin look more radiant.• Do not try foundation on your wrist, try it on your face and neck and try to go to natural light to find the correct color.• If the compact and loose powders are used incorrectly they could add years to your face. If used well they could be your best allies.• Compare different brands of foundation, ask for a sample and try it for a couple of days.• The thick consistency of a foundation could make wrinkles and lines of expression more visible.• If you use the wrong foundation color, the foundation will be visible and it wont match the color on your body.• To make the coverage better, you can use loose powder on top of the foundation.• The foundations with color don’t have much sun block; they should only be used when we will not be exposed to the sun. If you will be exposed, make sure you apply extra protection.• Not everyone needs concealer, you only use it when there are specific necessities. If the dark circles are soft, you can cover them with the same foundation.

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Sindy RushSindy ruShEvery star deserves to twinkle. The time for local

artist Sindy Rush (Sindy Espitia) to shine is rap-idly approaching. Her passion for music started at a young age in her native Colombia; where

she studied guitar, piano, and singing. As a child she listened to Bon Jovi and Guns and Roses. Her move to Miami, FL was just

what she needed to jump start her career in the entertainment industry. Miami be-

ing a haven and vacation hot-spot for many of the accomplished superstars of our time was a blessing in disguise.

Sindy began to network and work with some of the top producers and artists, including Cash Money art-

ist Kevin Rudolf, grammy award winning producer Scott Storch, and was casted as a vam-

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During the week, Sindy spends her time in state-of-the art studios writing away her life experiences and catchy tunes to keep improving her content and express her emotions to her ever-growing fan base. Alongside her older brother/producer, Jimmy Jamez, the bass and speakers blast with qual-ity week in and week out and what is released is tantalizing beats that give hope to two young indi-viduals working nonstop for a career filled with suc-cess. With the guidance of her brother, Sindy makes her daily routine of creating beautiful music a family af-fair. Being around her brother, gives her the opportunity to receive instant critiques on her music from a source who knows her best. With many future projects in the works along with talks of be-ing an opening act in a nationwide tour for a major recording artist next year, there are many reasons why we should keep our ears and eyes open for the sound of the next and upcoming artist from our own back yard: Sindy Rush. iN

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Calculus is plaque (includes food and bacteria) that was not brushed or flossed away and your saliva calcified it. The presence of calculus irritates the gums and your body's immune system reacts with an in-flammatory response of the gums. Gingivitis can flare up and worsen during the added generalized inflammation a woman experiences dur-ing pregnancy. The taste of blood can also be an issue for some moms. A good cleaning prior to pregnancy is advised.

On occasion, there may be a sub clinical infection, that is an infec-tion that is present but that has not gotten to the point of resulting in symptoms, but with the pregnancy it can flare up and be associated with pain. A toothache or oral infection while pregnant is not part of the pregnancy experience you want to have.

Congratulations! So you are pregnant or planning on hav-ing a baby. A lot of prepara-

tion goes into the anticipated arrival of your baby.

Eating healthy and prenatal vitamins are a major part of your preparation. But where does your oral health come in? Studies show that poor oral health can associated with low birth weight babies.

Wise tails tell of pregnancy destroy-ing the mother's teeth. This is not entirely true. Potential stomach acid damage to the enamel surface can be managed. In many cases, when a pregnant patient presents with a dental emergency, there was a pre-existing problem that had not been addressed. In many cases there are issues that may be identified and re-solved prior to a pregnancy. When-ever possible, it is best to avoid an emergency during pregnancy.

Gingivitis is an inflammatory re-sponse of the gingival tissues (gums). Gingivitis can be associated with redness of the gum, swelling, and gingival bleeding. I many cases the patient has calculus built up.

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You should have a complete check up and cleaning with your den-tist. If you are planning in vitro fertilization (IVF), make your den-tal visit a priority. Don't wait until two weeks be-fore the IVF in the event there are issues that require multiple dental visits to complete. Managing gingival inflammation (gingivi-tis) associated with bleeding gums is best managed prior to pregnancy, so the bleed-ing does not worsen during pregnancy.

If your dentist identifies issues that are infec-tions waiting to flare up, you should get that addressed prior to your planned pregnancy. There are cases where a pregnant patient comes in with an emergency of an an in-fected tooth she had been advised prior should have had a root canal or extraction.

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By Dr Marta Gainza

If you are already pregnant...

Nausea and pregnancy...

If you have a dental emergency during your pregnancy it must be addressed. Your dentist will require a written clearance from your OB/GYN.

In a dental emergency any necessary xray will be taken and local dental anesthe-sia will be administered. Proper shielding apron is used in all cases for xrays. A dental xray is directed to the tooth and not the abdomen, and provides the dentist with necessary diagnostic information for your treatment. Dental anesthesia is ad-ministered for your comfort for the procedure, and does not harm the baby. For infec-tions, since an infection should not be allowed to continue untreated, the patient will likely be placed on antibiotics.

As long as your pregnancy is stable, and OB/GYN has cleared you, you may have a regular dental cleaning during your pregnancy.

Any elective treatment will be deferred until after you have the baby.

Acid can damage the surface of your enamel. The stomach acid from nausea and vomiting should be followed with brushing. At the very least a good rinse to removed the stomach acid from your mouth. Brushing is the ideal.

Sometimes, moms are bothered with the taste of tooth paste. Sometimes it the foaming of the toothpaste. You can try a gel that tends to foam less than a paste. If that does not work for you, instead of toothpaste, you can also try dipping the toothbrush in a bit of mouth rinse and then brush. Cinna-mon is a flavor most expectant moms will tolerate. If all fails, then just brush with a wet toothbrush.

If you tend to experience vomiting throughout the day, then try carry-ing a toothbrush with you. You might also ask your dentist about disposable toothbrushes which come both unpast-ed or pre-pasted.

Also if there are teeth that your dentist has told you are at signifi-cant risk for fracture, it is best to manage the problem prior to pregnancy.

Contribute to your overall health by paying attention to your oral health. Having a baby is a wonderful life experience. The design of the creation of life is truly a miracle and it is a blessing. Information on how to care for your baby's oral health will follow. iN

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By Sara Shulevitz

As a criminal defense attorney who is a former prosecutor and da former public defender in Miami, a major issue in criminal cases is a de-fendant’s citizenship status. Before a defendant can plea to a criminal offense an attorney must be aware of the defendant’s legal status in the country.

If the accused is not a citizen of the United States, a plea to a felony or any crime of ‘moral turpitude’ can subject a defendant to deporta- tion. What are these offenses? Aggravated felo-nies such as murder, rape, sex offenses, arson, robbery, gran theft felony drug possession or dealing, felony DUIs involving death or serious injuries etc subjecs one to deportation.

Additionally, any crime of ‘moral turpitude’ also encompass several misdemeanor offenses that may seem minor.Pleading to these cases either guilty or even a no contest plea can have serious immigration con-sequences. Petit theft, domestic violence cases, battery or assault, certain DUI cases etc. may subject one to deportation. Even a plea to a with- hold of adjudication counts as a conviction for immigration purposes, subjecting a defendant to possible deportation.

Even sealing or expunging the case is still viewable by INS – Immigration and Natural-ization Service. Therefore, if one is not a citi-zen of the United States, they should consult with an attorney before making any decision in resolving their criminal case.This article is just a very brief overview into a very complex subject and one should dis-cuss the intricacies of their specific cases and charges with a competent attorney. Please be aware each case different and one should consult with a competent criminal and immigration attorney.

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Men are like bears, the less attractive and more manly, the more attractive. The English writer, Mark Simpson, created the term Metrosexual and now the opposite is the Retro-sexual man.But who are these men? What do they do?

Characterized for investing the least amount of time, money and effort in their personal appearance. Once in a while they allow their significant other to select their clothes for a spe-cial ocassion. Their look is defined as manly without being macho style.

-Enjoy being hands-on when changing a tire, doing home improvements and making a BBQ.-Avoid shopping for trendy clothes and only buy what they need and it is usually a casual look.-Do not cover their gray hairs.-A spa will only interest them for a massage or simple facial.-Always pay the bill and behave like true gentlemen.-Feeling clean and smelling good is all it takes to satisfy them.-Are good providers and offer a sense of protection.Some of these men are: Javier Bardem, Richard Gere, Beni-cio Del Toro, Jorge Ramos, Matthew Mconaughey, Russell Crowe.

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new generation of theatre supporters through enter-taining and engaging programs. Over the years Ac-tors' Playhouse has been nominated for 256 Carbonell Awards and has brought home 71. Its Children's The-atre is continually acknowledged as "Best of the Best" with the Kids Crown Award presented by South Florida Parenting Magazine, and its leaders are recognized for their business and artistic excellence.

"Actor's Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre is one of our most prized cultural institutions in Miami-Dade County, producing outstanding theatrical and educational pro-grams for the community," said Michael Spring, direc-tor of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs. "We are extremely proud of their stellar achieve-ments over the years as one of South Florida's leading and award-winning theater companies."

Actor's Playhouse celebrates its 25th Silver Anniver-sary in 2012-2013. Like the little engine that could, the company opened in a Kendall strip mall in 1988, sur-vived Hurricane Andrew in 1992, then renovated and restored the historic Miracle Theatre into a three-stage performing arts center in 1995 in partnership with the City of Coral Gables.

One of 22 major cultural organizations in Miami-Dade County, and the largest self-producing company for Mainstage and Children's Theatre in South Florida, Ac-tors' Playhouse has made its mark by providing artistic

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charmingly madcap adventure about love, life, and man's eternal love affair...

with golf. One more great show is yet to be announced and

is sure to guarantee that this season is the com-

pany's best yet!

"The last twenty-four years have proven our con-tinued com-mitment to ex-cellence," said Artistic Director

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feature hilarious com-edies, poignant musi-

cals and dramatic flair, our trademark eclectic mix of the

best professional regional the-atre has to offer. My sincerest grati-

tude to all who have helped this organization reach its Silver Anniversary."

Actors' Playhouse will produce six exciting Mainstage productions to celebrate their 25th Anniversary in 2012-2013. Opening the season October 10 - Novem-ber 4 is Stephen Schwartz and John-Michael Tebelak's Godspell. Based on the gospel according to Matthew, a revival of the 1976 show is currently run-ning at Broadway's Circle in the Square Theatre. Next comes award-win-ning composer Jason Rob-ert Brown's The Last Five Years, an intimate musical told from the perspec-tive of a husband and wife whose marriage is coming apart, play-ing December 5 - 30. Other Desert Cities, the funny and sear-ing play by Jon Robin Baitz (the creator of TV's Brothers & Sisters) that received universal acclaim in its off-Broad-way debut at Lincoln Cen-ter Theater and is currently playing on Broadway will be pro-duced at the Miracle Theatre Janu-ary 16 - February 10. And then, March 6 - April 7, comes the first South Florida regional

Subscriptions for the 25th anniversary sea-son range from $185 for previews to $435 for Gala Opening Night subscriptions. To become a part of the Miracle as an Actors' Playhouse subscriber, call 305.444.9293 or order online at www.actorsplayhouse.org{ }

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For those of you who have yet to step foot inside Miami’s Hotel Urbano at Brickell, you may not realize that this 65-room boutique hotel houses an impressive col-lection of contemporary artwork that is curated quarterly by Art Fusion Galleries in Miami’s buzzing Design District. The artwork displayed throughout all common hotel areas including the hallways and even poolside, transforms Hotel Urbano into an ever-changing gallery and stylishly modern boutique that is worth checking out. To celebrate their latest art collections, Hotel Urbano has rolled out “Picasso’s Happy Hour” to encourage Miami locals to use the hotel space as a vibrant art gal-lery seven days a week from 4:00-7:00pm. Those who complete a fun and easy “art scavenger hunt” receive a complimentary glass of wine or domestic beer on the house. Not an art history buff? That’s perfectly fine…as the scavenger hunt ques-tions are meant to be more thought provoking than merely “right and wrong” and most of the answers can be found within the paintings and sculptures throughout the hotel. As an added bonus, you can also enjoy “2 for 1” premium cocktails, beer and wine during the hotel’s regular Happy Hour which occurs on weekdays from 5:00-7:00pm. Once the scavenger hunt is complete and the wine reward has been consumed, you’re encouraged to stay a while and enjoy the hotel’s outdoor free-

form swimming pool, fire pit, pool-side cabanas and drink and dine among the art at the lively Bistro Ur-bano bar. Plus – every Friday is ka-raoke night, so don’t forget to bring plenty of your non-shy friends and singing voice! For those Brickell residents or Miami locals who have families or friends coming into town this sum-mer and are looking for a place to stay - Hotel Urbano is offering sur-prisingly affordable low-season summer rates – that start from only $110 per night for advance purchase bookings or from only $114 per night for Florida Residents, based on weekday travel on select sum-mer dates! The hotel is also enticing families with two travel packages that feature discounted ticket prices

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By Rafael Montilla

Where are we going today?, What movie do you recommend me?, Where to eat?, What to do in Miami? It's raining at my work!. These are some of the messages that we can found in the social networks where people connect to chat, share photos, videos, plan where to go out or ask for help or advice from their contacts, moving their friends circle to the virtual world.

As its name implies, so-cial networks contribute, if you can manage them, to keep up with the lives of your friends, family or colleagues. Latin Ameri-cans we are known for being happy and enjoy the company of people who we love, therefor, through social networks, many immigrants can share their daily lives with family and friends who live away from them.

Social Networks can use to im-prove the human need for com-munication and social interac-tion. There have been cases of people who have reunited after many years, people who get jobs or succeed in creating re-lationship. But we must be extra

careful about meeting people online because we don't interact face to face, and we don't know whether they are who they seem.

A lot of newspapers and journal-ists are against social media be-cause they feel endangered, but they haven't noticed that people has made a change in the way they consume news and information. Social presence is now online and We must be where people are , the

audience are massively in social networks and this will be for long. Journalism should be updated with the support of social networks, I repeat “We must be where people are”. Twitter is a unique and very useful tool for greater dissemination of news and ultimately, to advertise and attract traffic.

Facebook and Twitter are the social networks most accepted by people, so, companies have rowed their ad-vertising campaigns to the media where they promote their new prod-ucts or create contests and keep

their brand recall.

But not only the important business people take advantage of this situa-tion. Persons who want to do busi-ness, create profiles or blogs where they post articles on current issues, a product or service they sale and generate snowball effect, where a contact spread their message to a large number of contacts including potential buyers.

Being able to share our feel-ings, thoughts, communicate or get together with friends is certainly invaluable, this is when the networks come to play a role in young people and adults that used to meet the needs, either by time or distance makes it difficult to maintain active social life. Thanks to social networks can have a social life from the com-forts of our home.

Internet has contributed to create a big change in the modern world, and social networks have shaped the digital environment making it also an effective market-ing strategy to be in constant con-tact with consumers, who include social media in their daily lives and creating a digital life.

Rafael Montilla has built his expertise as a knowledgeable and experienced on SEO (Search Engine Optimization)

strategist, consultant and In-House SEO for more than 10 years.He is

a blogger who writes about SEO & Internet marketing.

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By Leana AstorgaAstorga.leana@gmail.com@leanaastorga

Florida is not only known as a sunny paradise, ideal for vacationing and letting loose, but also as the second larg-est hydroponic marijuana-producing state after California. The hydroponic gardening is a specialized home horticul-ture process that can grow plants much faster, without the need for large amounts of land or open fields such as in a traditional nursery.

The latest police raids against these drug crops to mostly private homes have shown that the majority of arrestees are Cuban rafters, newcomers to the coun-

try. In fact, the U.S. DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) has data connecting these drug traffickers to Cuba,

where they are investigating networks from Ha-vana that will hire and send to Florida these

caretakers to oversee these illegal plantations.

Sources indicate that these t ra f f ick-ers rely more on the C u b a n s than any other im-m i - grant group,

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problems with im-migration docu-

ments once they make the 90 miles journey and

are very adaptable and re-sourceful.

This type of m a r i j u a n a crop is har-

vested quarterly. The income to the caretak-

ers oscillates from $25,000 to $35,000,

depending on the volume produced. Additionally, they receive a monthly salary that can range from $1,500 to $2,500. This can be a big incentive to someone in Cuba where the monthly salary is only $10.

"I have seen numerous homes with hydroponics crops, but there was one that impacted me greatly. Living inside this home, where the marijuana was grown, was an entire family including a two-year old child and one infant just months old" said Miguel Gutierrez, freelance cameraman with years of experi-ence in filming news segments around the world.

The United States is the leading country in the pro-duction of this type of marijuana, a situation that wor-ries the authorities. "People should be alert of their surroundings and watch for signs so as to provide tips and help the police investigate. They should alert investigators immediately if they see something strange in a house or a neighbor's garage, such as minimum movement of people, machinery noise, and constant lighting. These houses are a ticking time-bomb” said Alvaro Zavaleta, spokesperson for the Miami-Dade County police department.

"In most houses where marijuana is found, we also find firearms, body armor, vehicles to transport the drugs, and a lot of cash" commented Alvaro Zavale-ta.

During one of the largest raids in the past few years, authorities confiscated nearly 10,000 plants, with a street value of approximately $50 million, assuming the drug sells for $5,000 a pound.

There is no solution in sight to this growing prob-lem. In fact, state and federal officials are unable to mask the reality that marijuana use currently exceeds the alarming levels of the sixties. Compounding this problem is the financial crisis that has hit the country since 2008, with high levels of unemployment hold-ing at 8.2% nationally, which is pushing many more people to join the club of the so-called "gardeners of marijuana."

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Not only the selection of the songs in "Covered" are mediocre but the interpretation of them shows no imagination. Usually when We

think of the R & B singer that thought translate into a hoarse voice, rough and warm singer.

But Gray disappoint us this time giving us an album too adult and without sensitivity or empathy for the songs. With the only excep-

tion of "Maps" originally by Yeah Yeah Yeah, the rest of the covers that make the album of the artist's Ohio are lacking grace and even failure. As is the case of her version of "Creep" by Radiohead.

With the exception of clothing, Madonna has never been an innova-tive and trend setter, rather always been known for being on the

penultimate fashion. With the revival of electronic music, it was not a sur-prise that the new album of the pop diva, MDNA, an allusion to the drug MDNA, better known as ecstasy, follow these guidelines.

The single "Give Me all Your Luvin '" supported by Nicki Minaj and rapper MIA appears as the more commercial proposal of her twelfth

album, the same we have heard ad nauseum with these desperate chorus of cheerleaders. In higher level appears the ballad "Masterpiece" from the soundtrack of Madonna's film "WE" which is highlighted by a melody accompanied by a delicate acoustic guitar.

In his new album, the singer of Michigan does not shy away from achieving their personal life, with lyrics like "Try to be his wife, di-

minished myself and swallowed my life" in "I do not give an A" a clear allusion to his marriage with filmmaker Guy Ritchie. Despite this small sample of humanity there is not much of Madonna here. Or what is ex-pected of her.

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Numerous cocktails with names and ingredients similar to the modern-day martini were first seen in bartending guides of the late 19th century. One popular theory suggests it evolved from a cocktail called the Martinez served at the Occidental Ho-tel in San Francisco sometime in the early 1860's,

which people frequented before taking an evening ferry to the nearby town of Marti-nez. Alternatively, the people of Martinez say the drink was first created by a bartend-er in their town.Another theory links the first dry martini to the name of a bartender who concocted the drink at the Knickerbocker Hotel in New York City in 1911 or 1912

CHEERSThe exact origin

of the martini is unclear

Blue Moon Martini

-6 part gim-1 part blue cura

cao

-lemon twistCombine liquid ingr

edients

in a mixing glass with ice

cubes and stir well.

Strain into a chilled

cocktail glass and gar-

nish with lemon twist.

now your ready to taste

the famous Blue Moon

Martini

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