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Editorial
he name is KG Kgaugelo is the full version if you should know The guy is originally from
Witbank a small town in Mpumalanga so those of you who are still stereotypical about folkz from
Mpumalanga then eat thishelliphellipJust to give you a general background on myself I am a writer music
dj producer and entrepreneur hellipyes I am all of these who said I canlsquot be I am also the co founder of the
Afro Dawn Group which just gave birth to the Awe_ness movement which in turn gave birth to this
magazine As a writer I have just completed a book on Consciousness and Philosophy titledlsquo Optical
Illusionslsquo which will be coming out early next year More projects will be coming through as part of
Awe_ness and the Afro dawn Group so watch the space
For now let me not spoil this editorial article by telling you too much about myself and my future
endeavours
It certainly goes without question that all of us
have dreams and more often than not those
dreams lie dormant within ourselves because we
have allowed society to dictate our every move
We are all born into this system whereby we canlsquot
do anything without other peoplelsquos approval but
has anyone considered how awesome and
fulfilling our lives would become if we could start
depending on ourselves and that small inner
voice We are all running on some mental
software that has been downloaded in us through
human DNA and therelsquos nothing wrong with
humans having some form of culture as a species The problem arises when powerful men and women of the
world take advantage of the DNA principle by implementing cruel programmes of mass mind control for
their own benefit This has resulted in the sad current situation whereby the uninformed and sometimes
ignorant masses are chained and incarcerated
in formless mental prisons Have you ever
asked yourself who gave you your world
view in other words from whose eyes are
you really viewing the world and the mystery
of life in general Could it be that since
ancient times members of elite groups have
slowly but surely implemented a plan to
control the human mind especially the
unaware through clever conditioning of the
mind by using media tools like TV Radio
magazines and other psychological tools like
fear The curriculum of the school system is
designed in such a way that we stay enslaved
whereby we follow a pattern which ensures
that we donlsquot rise to our fullest potential as
T
5 Awe_ness magazine
we chase after our next pay cheque What if the entire system including politics economics religion and
education has been hand crafted in such a way that we constantly live in fear so that we can continue to be
dependent on our invisible masters For an example who came up with the banking policies Who owns the
major media companies Who runs the worldlsquos biological and astronomical laboratories I challenge you to
do some research and you will be shocked at how much the world has moved into a monopoly government
without us even realising it This high treason has resulted in teenage suicide promiscuity drug abuse and
other social ills because people are trapped in these psychological prisons and somehow they have to find
fulfilment
I know that this is not a cute way to start a prologue
for a new magazine but the severity of the situation
compels me to first raise awareness so that I can then
propose creative ways of counteracting this global
problem
Are you in a job not because you like it but because
you want to survive or are you studying something
because your parents and the rest of society is telling
you to
When olives are hard pressed only then can the oil
come out What I am trying to say is that one gets to a
point where the shackles become too much and you
start to realise that something is seriously not right
You begin to be aware and you suddenly see things
you never saw as if you have been given a new set of
eyes
I had come to that point in my own life and that is
how the concept Awe_nesslsquo which represents the
awakening the awareness or the arising new consciousness of Mzansi youth came about
You know that there is something that you are here to do but the system says you canlsquot do it you know that
death does not exist but the system says it does you know that hell does not exist but the system says it
doeshelliphellipSuddenly you wake up in the middle of the night one night and your inner voice decides to be
loud for once Right then an exodus of Consciousness begins in your life and you start sensing a revival of
your eternal dreams You commit to memory what you were as Infinite Possibility before you came into
time You commit to memory that you are life itself and that you are a unique part of creation that canlsquot be
made nor destroyed you can only be transformed from one form to another as you manifest in different
ways You know that you have always been and you will always will be You come to this realisation
suddenly and you feel a strange sense of liberation You begin to realise that whether they torture you or
victimise you they are torturing a part of themselves because
life is one and sooner or later your oppressed spirit shall rise
Now that we have gotten the deep stuff out of the way letlsquos
lighten up the mood a bit Awe_ness was born from a
Collective Consciousness which is why you feel a strange sense
of relativity as you read these words You are a part of it and it
is a part of you-Your thoughts your confusion your aspirations
and your dreams gave birth to this magazine It is what you
have been thinking all along but you were not sure if it was
genuinehellipwell it is You have always known the truth and the
truth has just set you free
Let us reunite as a Consciousness and come back to oneness
only then can we fight the forces of darkness that work
6 Awe_ness magazine
tirelessly to overcome us This magazine is a spiritual sword of a different kind and through it we can all
fight the good fight not that of faith as you were previously taught but of Awareness All you need to do is
to be aware because not everything that is is Life is not what it appears to be Join me and the Awe_ness
team as we uninstall old treacherous software living you with yourself as pure Consciousness that has
always been one with life as you tap into the Source of all wisdom and knowledge to materialize your
dreams
Break down those ancient barriers and celebrate yourself because you are not what you have been told you
were The 24 letters of the alphabet are too limited to describe the mystery that is you
Awe_ness is what should be in your vocab right nowhelliphellipas I present to you the Awe_ness magazine
Arise oh child of life awaken to your potential claim your rightful role in the story of life be what you were
created to be
Your Editor
KG
WORLD BEST TV
SAMSUNG LED
Features
InternetTV
Touch of Color Design
Picture in Picture and many more
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CONTRIBUTORS
Sam Ndlalane- Movie Review
Sbusisiwe Mdletshe- Divine
Encounters with Miss B
Itumeleng Moledi- Fashion and StylE
LAWRENCE THUNGO-CREATIVE EDITOR
helliphelliphelliphelliphelliphellip
WRITE TO US This magazine was created BY US FOR YOU which is why we emphasize your input as much as possibleSend us your letters about whatever is on your mind and stand a chance to win the oh so slick Awe_Ness branded T-shirtSend your letters to awe_nessyahoocom
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FEATURES
THE 2012 SCARE
(HOAX OR REAL)
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD-LEVIrsquoS vs
DIESEL
DIVINE ENCOUNERS
WITH MISS B
HOT SPOTS-SOPHI A
TOWN BAR LOUNGE
CAREER ADVICE
FASHION AND
STYLE
COVER STORY-
AWE_NESS
DEFINED
DVERTISE WITH
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with your contact details with the heading lsquoADVERTrsquo to
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THE 2012 SCARE (HOAX OR REAL)
If you are well informed you will know that there is big hype or should I sayhellippanic
about the supposed end of the world in 2012These predictions are based on the
calendar of the Mayan civilisation which had an unusual interest in
AstronomyThrough this love for astronomical science they were able to study and
master the behaviour of space objects and created their calendar which was based on
the different cycles of space consciousnessThis calendar then is said to be ending in
2012 and all this hype is based on thatI donlsquot know how many of you are familiar
with the new world order conspiracy of the Global Elite but those of you who do
know will also understand how the Global Elite(Iluminati) operateRemember the
September 11 attacks fraud when the US government under Bushlsquos administration
killed its own people and blamed it on global terrorismIt is the character of the
Conspirators to use what I call The Problem and Responselsquo strategy whereby they
intentionally create a crisis to cause the people to fear and then provide a solution to
the problem they themselves createdBy causing the people to be fearful especially by
using complicated scientific explanations on why the world is going to end in
2012they aim to achieve an element of dependency and trust from the people
This is more like an evil sheperd who disguises himself as caring for the sheep only to
find that he is a wolf waiting for an excellent opportunity to consume the flockthink
Obama
The 2012 scarelsquoas I would like to call it was further fuelled by the movie
2012lsquowhich primierd in SA on the 09th
of DecThis movie is yet another strategy by
the Elite to make sure that indeed people are frightened so that their wicked plans of
world domination unfold as plannedYou must understand that the same people who
own the movie companies also own the science research laboratries and world media
10 Awe_ness magazine
which gives them an excellent way to dictate what information should be poured
down to the uninformed masses
The year 2012 forms part of a huge milestone in the Illuminattilsquos own calendar of
ochestrating events just like September 11therefore donlsquot be surprised if a fake
Armageddon in a form of an earthquake or something created by the Conspiratorlsquos
own scientists takes place in 2012
A phony website which looks very real was even created by the Elite offering
convincing factslsquo on why and how the world is going to end in 2012 They have also
set up a covert Institute for Human Continuity which has now agreed to go public and
warn the world that there is a 94 percent probability of cataclysmic forces
destroying our planet Its website offers survival kits and encourages people to sign up
for a lottery to decide who will be among the lucky few chosen to be saved You are
probably thinking
that this is an
elaborate hoax -
you would be right
But hundreds of
people have
apparently been
taken in by the
nonsense put out
by Sony Pictures as
part of a viral
marketing
campaign for its
film 2012 Dr
David Morrison a
distinguished
scientist at
NASAlsquos
Astrobiology Institute said the marketing behind the film was making some people so
scared that he feared they could harm themselves This sounds to me like the Elitelsquos
plan of bringing down the world population from about 6 billion to around 500
million is well on its way as some people will commit suicide as a result Along the
years they have employed a number of clever methods like AIDS to bring the
numbers down especially in Africa Apparently the Illuminatilsquos biggest fear is the
people learning about their evil crimes and forming an opposition movement against
them so the lesser the people the better
The website that these people created is a big hoax which cleverly mixes real
scientific phenomena with fiction It is very believable because the internet is a free
world there are no laws about lying To give you a background on the scare
According to the website scientists have been tracking a previously unknown Planet
X which is on the edge of the solar system and on a collision course with Earth
Skyscrapers crumble to the ground fiery meteorites smash into Earth and a Tibetan
monk cowers as a massive tidal wave swamps his mountain retreat
It is a vision of the coming apocalypse thrillingly captured in the latest Hollywood
11 Awe_ness magazine
blockbuster Because the whole scare is based on the ending of the Mayan calendar
my understanding is that when a calendar ends a new one starts so there is nothing
really to be frightened about What I mean is that nothing will happen in 2012 except
for a shift in universal consciousness from one Zodiac plane to another Like many
Hollywood blockbusters nowadays 2012 uses a sophisticated PR campaign which
incorporates elements of viral marketing Remember what they use to tell us about
Y2K Same strategy same people same lies to create the same impact The Mayans
studied the stars extensively they were able to accurately predict the birth of the
universe Their calendar documents consciousness shifts or evolutions most
civilizationslsquo calendars were created around the sun exclusively The Mayanlsquos focus
on the sun but they used the sun as a model for our solar system and galaxylsquos orbit
around the universe The Mayan calendar is sub divided into 13 sections (7 days and 6
nights) When time passes through a section a new consciousness is born Each
section or stage of evolution on this level lasted 126 billion years The next level
started 820 million years ago and most scientist will tell you that cells had started
clumping together to create basic life forms such as plants These life forms evolved
into aquatic life reptiles like dinosaurs and mammals The dinosaurs died out and left
mammals and 41 million years ago the next level of consciousness evolution began
The new stage of consciousness saw these life forms sticking together as a family in
order to survive
This consciousness went through all the stages until the next level 2 million years
ago It was during this period that Homo sapiens (intelligent man) developed The
next level started 1002000 years ago and saw the Homo sapiens advancing from small
tribes to societies
The next level started at 3115 BC and this saw human kind developing nations and it
was at this level of earth time that Egypt was formed Each stage of this level (13th
level) lasted 400 years It was during this level that human kind began writing things
down and history began being documented At 40 AD in Rome Saint Paul began
spreading the message of Jesus Christ and this message nurtured a consciousness of
self-empowerment The next level began at 1755 AD and it was the beginning of the
industrial revolution The Maya never predicted these events mdash they only predicted
consciousness shifts The 4th day of this level was when Henry Ford began
manufacturing the first cars 1913 (the 5th day) Einstein published his equation and
epiphany e=mc2 It was also during this section (1924) Hubble created his famous
telescope and discovered the universe is infinite During the 6th night (1939) World
War 2 started
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The next level began January
5th 1999 and each stage
changed every 360 days It
was during the first day that
the conspiracy of Y2K began
Even though this never
happened and the Maya never
predicted events just the
growth of consciousness it
showed us that we should
begin to become self-
dependent The calendar ends
on 21 December 2012 it is therefore now a popular belief that the world will end
then The planet wonlsquot end the world will The world is to the earth like your mind is
to your brain They are two separate ideas The Maya are right something will happen
on that day something that will shift our consciousness into new heights Things are
already starting to happen mdash global warming and the economic recession (space and
time) It is quite arrogant to think that we are going to completely destroy this planet
with pollution I wonlsquot deny that our technology has contributed to the global physical
change pollution has quickened the pace of this change but it isnlsquot the change The
planet is changing whether we like it or not The planet has helped clear the way for
different new and better consciousnesses The dinosaurs were a consciousness hinged
on physical superiority for survival It was a good consciousness but it wasnlsquot the
best The planet then changed and it was helped by the universe The combination of
the ice age and a meteor hitting the planet eliminated the dinosaurs clearing the way
for mammals and then Homo sapiens We still have that physical consciousness but
also an intellectual consciousness and these two aspects have been combined to
ensure our survival within our species (the world wars and advent of a global
economy) There is an all encompassing plan and this plan applies to everything that
exists We are aiding the change with pollution science etc Science predicts a polar
shift during the time of 2012 December 21st 2012 will also see a winter equinox (the
longest night) from the 21st to the 22nd of December Astronomically speaking earth
will also be in line with and we can look directly into the core of the Milky Way The
equinox and the longest night will also contribute to the consciousness shift because
our consciousness relies mainly on space and time
So not only will time be affected but space as well I think global warming has very
little to do with the ozone layer or pollution compared to a global change caused by a
polar shift Certain parts of the world are beginning to have colder winters and other
parts warmer summers There is also an electromagnetic sheath that covers the planet
which global warming may be affecting and this sheath is being lessened It is also
worth mentioning that our brains are electromagnetic so this could also be a factor in
the consciousness shift Another factor in the consciousness shift may see the
13 Awe_ness magazine
abolishment of money and the recession is a considerable testament to this
Economics is a complex thing but when applied on an individual level is quite basic
and backward It serves as a very narrow minded way of categorizing people It acts
as a very physically thin and flimsy but psychologically very effective barrier
between classes 2012 may see massive spatial and temporal changes and things may
get very physical so people will be looking out for themselves and not at their pay
slips or CVs It may see the beginning of evolution on a personal or individual level
The TV series ―Heroes is an artistic expression of whatlsquos in the back of the mind of
collective consciousness The super-human abilities are a metaphor I think for what
we may be able to achieve in the near future
KG
THE SEARCH IS ON FOR THE FACES OF AWE_NESS
reg
If you think you are Mzansirsquos hottest guy or girl send two of your recent pics to awe_nessyahoocom and take part in the Awe_ness brand ambassadorrsquos search As you all know Awe_ness is not just about the external aspect of things therefore we require you to attach a cover letter telling us why you should be considered as the Face of Awe_nessrdquo The winner will be chosen based on the overall quality of the application and not just the photographs Take part and stand a chance to become the face of the growing Awe_ness brand
14 Awe_ness magazine
wwwboxfreshcom ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOPE STORE
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
wwwpumacom
38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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CDJ-2000
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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Editorial
he name is KG Kgaugelo is the full version if you should know The guy is originally from
Witbank a small town in Mpumalanga so those of you who are still stereotypical about folkz from
Mpumalanga then eat thishelliphellipJust to give you a general background on myself I am a writer music
dj producer and entrepreneur hellipyes I am all of these who said I canlsquot be I am also the co founder of the
Afro Dawn Group which just gave birth to the Awe_ness movement which in turn gave birth to this
magazine As a writer I have just completed a book on Consciousness and Philosophy titledlsquo Optical
Illusionslsquo which will be coming out early next year More projects will be coming through as part of
Awe_ness and the Afro dawn Group so watch the space
For now let me not spoil this editorial article by telling you too much about myself and my future
endeavours
It certainly goes without question that all of us
have dreams and more often than not those
dreams lie dormant within ourselves because we
have allowed society to dictate our every move
We are all born into this system whereby we canlsquot
do anything without other peoplelsquos approval but
has anyone considered how awesome and
fulfilling our lives would become if we could start
depending on ourselves and that small inner
voice We are all running on some mental
software that has been downloaded in us through
human DNA and therelsquos nothing wrong with
humans having some form of culture as a species The problem arises when powerful men and women of the
world take advantage of the DNA principle by implementing cruel programmes of mass mind control for
their own benefit This has resulted in the sad current situation whereby the uninformed and sometimes
ignorant masses are chained and incarcerated
in formless mental prisons Have you ever
asked yourself who gave you your world
view in other words from whose eyes are
you really viewing the world and the mystery
of life in general Could it be that since
ancient times members of elite groups have
slowly but surely implemented a plan to
control the human mind especially the
unaware through clever conditioning of the
mind by using media tools like TV Radio
magazines and other psychological tools like
fear The curriculum of the school system is
designed in such a way that we stay enslaved
whereby we follow a pattern which ensures
that we donlsquot rise to our fullest potential as
T
5 Awe_ness magazine
we chase after our next pay cheque What if the entire system including politics economics religion and
education has been hand crafted in such a way that we constantly live in fear so that we can continue to be
dependent on our invisible masters For an example who came up with the banking policies Who owns the
major media companies Who runs the worldlsquos biological and astronomical laboratories I challenge you to
do some research and you will be shocked at how much the world has moved into a monopoly government
without us even realising it This high treason has resulted in teenage suicide promiscuity drug abuse and
other social ills because people are trapped in these psychological prisons and somehow they have to find
fulfilment
I know that this is not a cute way to start a prologue
for a new magazine but the severity of the situation
compels me to first raise awareness so that I can then
propose creative ways of counteracting this global
problem
Are you in a job not because you like it but because
you want to survive or are you studying something
because your parents and the rest of society is telling
you to
When olives are hard pressed only then can the oil
come out What I am trying to say is that one gets to a
point where the shackles become too much and you
start to realise that something is seriously not right
You begin to be aware and you suddenly see things
you never saw as if you have been given a new set of
eyes
I had come to that point in my own life and that is
how the concept Awe_nesslsquo which represents the
awakening the awareness or the arising new consciousness of Mzansi youth came about
You know that there is something that you are here to do but the system says you canlsquot do it you know that
death does not exist but the system says it does you know that hell does not exist but the system says it
doeshelliphellipSuddenly you wake up in the middle of the night one night and your inner voice decides to be
loud for once Right then an exodus of Consciousness begins in your life and you start sensing a revival of
your eternal dreams You commit to memory what you were as Infinite Possibility before you came into
time You commit to memory that you are life itself and that you are a unique part of creation that canlsquot be
made nor destroyed you can only be transformed from one form to another as you manifest in different
ways You know that you have always been and you will always will be You come to this realisation
suddenly and you feel a strange sense of liberation You begin to realise that whether they torture you or
victimise you they are torturing a part of themselves because
life is one and sooner or later your oppressed spirit shall rise
Now that we have gotten the deep stuff out of the way letlsquos
lighten up the mood a bit Awe_ness was born from a
Collective Consciousness which is why you feel a strange sense
of relativity as you read these words You are a part of it and it
is a part of you-Your thoughts your confusion your aspirations
and your dreams gave birth to this magazine It is what you
have been thinking all along but you were not sure if it was
genuinehellipwell it is You have always known the truth and the
truth has just set you free
Let us reunite as a Consciousness and come back to oneness
only then can we fight the forces of darkness that work
6 Awe_ness magazine
tirelessly to overcome us This magazine is a spiritual sword of a different kind and through it we can all
fight the good fight not that of faith as you were previously taught but of Awareness All you need to do is
to be aware because not everything that is is Life is not what it appears to be Join me and the Awe_ness
team as we uninstall old treacherous software living you with yourself as pure Consciousness that has
always been one with life as you tap into the Source of all wisdom and knowledge to materialize your
dreams
Break down those ancient barriers and celebrate yourself because you are not what you have been told you
were The 24 letters of the alphabet are too limited to describe the mystery that is you
Awe_ness is what should be in your vocab right nowhelliphellipas I present to you the Awe_ness magazine
Arise oh child of life awaken to your potential claim your rightful role in the story of life be what you were
created to be
Your Editor
KG
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Picture in Picture and many more
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CONTRIBUTORS
Sam Ndlalane- Movie Review
Sbusisiwe Mdletshe- Divine
Encounters with Miss B
Itumeleng Moledi- Fashion and StylE
LAWRENCE THUNGO-CREATIVE EDITOR
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FEATURES
THE 2012 SCARE
(HOAX OR REAL)
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD-LEVIrsquoS vs
DIESEL
DIVINE ENCOUNERS
WITH MISS B
HOT SPOTS-SOPHI A
TOWN BAR LOUNGE
CAREER ADVICE
FASHION AND
STYLE
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AWE_NESS
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THE 2012 SCARE (HOAX OR REAL)
If you are well informed you will know that there is big hype or should I sayhellippanic
about the supposed end of the world in 2012These predictions are based on the
calendar of the Mayan civilisation which had an unusual interest in
AstronomyThrough this love for astronomical science they were able to study and
master the behaviour of space objects and created their calendar which was based on
the different cycles of space consciousnessThis calendar then is said to be ending in
2012 and all this hype is based on thatI donlsquot know how many of you are familiar
with the new world order conspiracy of the Global Elite but those of you who do
know will also understand how the Global Elite(Iluminati) operateRemember the
September 11 attacks fraud when the US government under Bushlsquos administration
killed its own people and blamed it on global terrorismIt is the character of the
Conspirators to use what I call The Problem and Responselsquo strategy whereby they
intentionally create a crisis to cause the people to fear and then provide a solution to
the problem they themselves createdBy causing the people to be fearful especially by
using complicated scientific explanations on why the world is going to end in
2012they aim to achieve an element of dependency and trust from the people
This is more like an evil sheperd who disguises himself as caring for the sheep only to
find that he is a wolf waiting for an excellent opportunity to consume the flockthink
Obama
The 2012 scarelsquoas I would like to call it was further fuelled by the movie
2012lsquowhich primierd in SA on the 09th
of DecThis movie is yet another strategy by
the Elite to make sure that indeed people are frightened so that their wicked plans of
world domination unfold as plannedYou must understand that the same people who
own the movie companies also own the science research laboratries and world media
10 Awe_ness magazine
which gives them an excellent way to dictate what information should be poured
down to the uninformed masses
The year 2012 forms part of a huge milestone in the Illuminattilsquos own calendar of
ochestrating events just like September 11therefore donlsquot be surprised if a fake
Armageddon in a form of an earthquake or something created by the Conspiratorlsquos
own scientists takes place in 2012
A phony website which looks very real was even created by the Elite offering
convincing factslsquo on why and how the world is going to end in 2012 They have also
set up a covert Institute for Human Continuity which has now agreed to go public and
warn the world that there is a 94 percent probability of cataclysmic forces
destroying our planet Its website offers survival kits and encourages people to sign up
for a lottery to decide who will be among the lucky few chosen to be saved You are
probably thinking
that this is an
elaborate hoax -
you would be right
But hundreds of
people have
apparently been
taken in by the
nonsense put out
by Sony Pictures as
part of a viral
marketing
campaign for its
film 2012 Dr
David Morrison a
distinguished
scientist at
NASAlsquos
Astrobiology Institute said the marketing behind the film was making some people so
scared that he feared they could harm themselves This sounds to me like the Elitelsquos
plan of bringing down the world population from about 6 billion to around 500
million is well on its way as some people will commit suicide as a result Along the
years they have employed a number of clever methods like AIDS to bring the
numbers down especially in Africa Apparently the Illuminatilsquos biggest fear is the
people learning about their evil crimes and forming an opposition movement against
them so the lesser the people the better
The website that these people created is a big hoax which cleverly mixes real
scientific phenomena with fiction It is very believable because the internet is a free
world there are no laws about lying To give you a background on the scare
According to the website scientists have been tracking a previously unknown Planet
X which is on the edge of the solar system and on a collision course with Earth
Skyscrapers crumble to the ground fiery meteorites smash into Earth and a Tibetan
monk cowers as a massive tidal wave swamps his mountain retreat
It is a vision of the coming apocalypse thrillingly captured in the latest Hollywood
11 Awe_ness magazine
blockbuster Because the whole scare is based on the ending of the Mayan calendar
my understanding is that when a calendar ends a new one starts so there is nothing
really to be frightened about What I mean is that nothing will happen in 2012 except
for a shift in universal consciousness from one Zodiac plane to another Like many
Hollywood blockbusters nowadays 2012 uses a sophisticated PR campaign which
incorporates elements of viral marketing Remember what they use to tell us about
Y2K Same strategy same people same lies to create the same impact The Mayans
studied the stars extensively they were able to accurately predict the birth of the
universe Their calendar documents consciousness shifts or evolutions most
civilizationslsquo calendars were created around the sun exclusively The Mayanlsquos focus
on the sun but they used the sun as a model for our solar system and galaxylsquos orbit
around the universe The Mayan calendar is sub divided into 13 sections (7 days and 6
nights) When time passes through a section a new consciousness is born Each
section or stage of evolution on this level lasted 126 billion years The next level
started 820 million years ago and most scientist will tell you that cells had started
clumping together to create basic life forms such as plants These life forms evolved
into aquatic life reptiles like dinosaurs and mammals The dinosaurs died out and left
mammals and 41 million years ago the next level of consciousness evolution began
The new stage of consciousness saw these life forms sticking together as a family in
order to survive
This consciousness went through all the stages until the next level 2 million years
ago It was during this period that Homo sapiens (intelligent man) developed The
next level started 1002000 years ago and saw the Homo sapiens advancing from small
tribes to societies
The next level started at 3115 BC and this saw human kind developing nations and it
was at this level of earth time that Egypt was formed Each stage of this level (13th
level) lasted 400 years It was during this level that human kind began writing things
down and history began being documented At 40 AD in Rome Saint Paul began
spreading the message of Jesus Christ and this message nurtured a consciousness of
self-empowerment The next level began at 1755 AD and it was the beginning of the
industrial revolution The Maya never predicted these events mdash they only predicted
consciousness shifts The 4th day of this level was when Henry Ford began
manufacturing the first cars 1913 (the 5th day) Einstein published his equation and
epiphany e=mc2 It was also during this section (1924) Hubble created his famous
telescope and discovered the universe is infinite During the 6th night (1939) World
War 2 started
12 Awe_ness magazine
The next level began January
5th 1999 and each stage
changed every 360 days It
was during the first day that
the conspiracy of Y2K began
Even though this never
happened and the Maya never
predicted events just the
growth of consciousness it
showed us that we should
begin to become self-
dependent The calendar ends
on 21 December 2012 it is therefore now a popular belief that the world will end
then The planet wonlsquot end the world will The world is to the earth like your mind is
to your brain They are two separate ideas The Maya are right something will happen
on that day something that will shift our consciousness into new heights Things are
already starting to happen mdash global warming and the economic recession (space and
time) It is quite arrogant to think that we are going to completely destroy this planet
with pollution I wonlsquot deny that our technology has contributed to the global physical
change pollution has quickened the pace of this change but it isnlsquot the change The
planet is changing whether we like it or not The planet has helped clear the way for
different new and better consciousnesses The dinosaurs were a consciousness hinged
on physical superiority for survival It was a good consciousness but it wasnlsquot the
best The planet then changed and it was helped by the universe The combination of
the ice age and a meteor hitting the planet eliminated the dinosaurs clearing the way
for mammals and then Homo sapiens We still have that physical consciousness but
also an intellectual consciousness and these two aspects have been combined to
ensure our survival within our species (the world wars and advent of a global
economy) There is an all encompassing plan and this plan applies to everything that
exists We are aiding the change with pollution science etc Science predicts a polar
shift during the time of 2012 December 21st 2012 will also see a winter equinox (the
longest night) from the 21st to the 22nd of December Astronomically speaking earth
will also be in line with and we can look directly into the core of the Milky Way The
equinox and the longest night will also contribute to the consciousness shift because
our consciousness relies mainly on space and time
So not only will time be affected but space as well I think global warming has very
little to do with the ozone layer or pollution compared to a global change caused by a
polar shift Certain parts of the world are beginning to have colder winters and other
parts warmer summers There is also an electromagnetic sheath that covers the planet
which global warming may be affecting and this sheath is being lessened It is also
worth mentioning that our brains are electromagnetic so this could also be a factor in
the consciousness shift Another factor in the consciousness shift may see the
13 Awe_ness magazine
abolishment of money and the recession is a considerable testament to this
Economics is a complex thing but when applied on an individual level is quite basic
and backward It serves as a very narrow minded way of categorizing people It acts
as a very physically thin and flimsy but psychologically very effective barrier
between classes 2012 may see massive spatial and temporal changes and things may
get very physical so people will be looking out for themselves and not at their pay
slips or CVs It may see the beginning of evolution on a personal or individual level
The TV series ―Heroes is an artistic expression of whatlsquos in the back of the mind of
collective consciousness The super-human abilities are a metaphor I think for what
we may be able to achieve in the near future
KG
THE SEARCH IS ON FOR THE FACES OF AWE_NESS
reg
If you think you are Mzansirsquos hottest guy or girl send two of your recent pics to awe_nessyahoocom and take part in the Awe_ness brand ambassadorrsquos search As you all know Awe_ness is not just about the external aspect of things therefore we require you to attach a cover letter telling us why you should be considered as the Face of Awe_nessrdquo The winner will be chosen based on the overall quality of the application and not just the photographs Take part and stand a chance to become the face of the growing Awe_ness brand
14 Awe_ness magazine
wwwboxfreshcom ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOPE STORE
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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Editorial
he name is KG Kgaugelo is the full version if you should know The guy is originally from
Witbank a small town in Mpumalanga so those of you who are still stereotypical about folkz from
Mpumalanga then eat thishelliphellipJust to give you a general background on myself I am a writer music
dj producer and entrepreneur hellipyes I am all of these who said I canlsquot be I am also the co founder of the
Afro Dawn Group which just gave birth to the Awe_ness movement which in turn gave birth to this
magazine As a writer I have just completed a book on Consciousness and Philosophy titledlsquo Optical
Illusionslsquo which will be coming out early next year More projects will be coming through as part of
Awe_ness and the Afro dawn Group so watch the space
For now let me not spoil this editorial article by telling you too much about myself and my future
endeavours
It certainly goes without question that all of us
have dreams and more often than not those
dreams lie dormant within ourselves because we
have allowed society to dictate our every move
We are all born into this system whereby we canlsquot
do anything without other peoplelsquos approval but
has anyone considered how awesome and
fulfilling our lives would become if we could start
depending on ourselves and that small inner
voice We are all running on some mental
software that has been downloaded in us through
human DNA and therelsquos nothing wrong with
humans having some form of culture as a species The problem arises when powerful men and women of the
world take advantage of the DNA principle by implementing cruel programmes of mass mind control for
their own benefit This has resulted in the sad current situation whereby the uninformed and sometimes
ignorant masses are chained and incarcerated
in formless mental prisons Have you ever
asked yourself who gave you your world
view in other words from whose eyes are
you really viewing the world and the mystery
of life in general Could it be that since
ancient times members of elite groups have
slowly but surely implemented a plan to
control the human mind especially the
unaware through clever conditioning of the
mind by using media tools like TV Radio
magazines and other psychological tools like
fear The curriculum of the school system is
designed in such a way that we stay enslaved
whereby we follow a pattern which ensures
that we donlsquot rise to our fullest potential as
T
5 Awe_ness magazine
we chase after our next pay cheque What if the entire system including politics economics religion and
education has been hand crafted in such a way that we constantly live in fear so that we can continue to be
dependent on our invisible masters For an example who came up with the banking policies Who owns the
major media companies Who runs the worldlsquos biological and astronomical laboratories I challenge you to
do some research and you will be shocked at how much the world has moved into a monopoly government
without us even realising it This high treason has resulted in teenage suicide promiscuity drug abuse and
other social ills because people are trapped in these psychological prisons and somehow they have to find
fulfilment
I know that this is not a cute way to start a prologue
for a new magazine but the severity of the situation
compels me to first raise awareness so that I can then
propose creative ways of counteracting this global
problem
Are you in a job not because you like it but because
you want to survive or are you studying something
because your parents and the rest of society is telling
you to
When olives are hard pressed only then can the oil
come out What I am trying to say is that one gets to a
point where the shackles become too much and you
start to realise that something is seriously not right
You begin to be aware and you suddenly see things
you never saw as if you have been given a new set of
eyes
I had come to that point in my own life and that is
how the concept Awe_nesslsquo which represents the
awakening the awareness or the arising new consciousness of Mzansi youth came about
You know that there is something that you are here to do but the system says you canlsquot do it you know that
death does not exist but the system says it does you know that hell does not exist but the system says it
doeshelliphellipSuddenly you wake up in the middle of the night one night and your inner voice decides to be
loud for once Right then an exodus of Consciousness begins in your life and you start sensing a revival of
your eternal dreams You commit to memory what you were as Infinite Possibility before you came into
time You commit to memory that you are life itself and that you are a unique part of creation that canlsquot be
made nor destroyed you can only be transformed from one form to another as you manifest in different
ways You know that you have always been and you will always will be You come to this realisation
suddenly and you feel a strange sense of liberation You begin to realise that whether they torture you or
victimise you they are torturing a part of themselves because
life is one and sooner or later your oppressed spirit shall rise
Now that we have gotten the deep stuff out of the way letlsquos
lighten up the mood a bit Awe_ness was born from a
Collective Consciousness which is why you feel a strange sense
of relativity as you read these words You are a part of it and it
is a part of you-Your thoughts your confusion your aspirations
and your dreams gave birth to this magazine It is what you
have been thinking all along but you were not sure if it was
genuinehellipwell it is You have always known the truth and the
truth has just set you free
Let us reunite as a Consciousness and come back to oneness
only then can we fight the forces of darkness that work
6 Awe_ness magazine
tirelessly to overcome us This magazine is a spiritual sword of a different kind and through it we can all
fight the good fight not that of faith as you were previously taught but of Awareness All you need to do is
to be aware because not everything that is is Life is not what it appears to be Join me and the Awe_ness
team as we uninstall old treacherous software living you with yourself as pure Consciousness that has
always been one with life as you tap into the Source of all wisdom and knowledge to materialize your
dreams
Break down those ancient barriers and celebrate yourself because you are not what you have been told you
were The 24 letters of the alphabet are too limited to describe the mystery that is you
Awe_ness is what should be in your vocab right nowhelliphellipas I present to you the Awe_ness magazine
Arise oh child of life awaken to your potential claim your rightful role in the story of life be what you were
created to be
Your Editor
KG
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CONTRIBUTORS
Sam Ndlalane- Movie Review
Sbusisiwe Mdletshe- Divine
Encounters with Miss B
Itumeleng Moledi- Fashion and StylE
LAWRENCE THUNGO-CREATIVE EDITOR
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THE 2012 SCARE (HOAX OR REAL)
If you are well informed you will know that there is big hype or should I sayhellippanic
about the supposed end of the world in 2012These predictions are based on the
calendar of the Mayan civilisation which had an unusual interest in
AstronomyThrough this love for astronomical science they were able to study and
master the behaviour of space objects and created their calendar which was based on
the different cycles of space consciousnessThis calendar then is said to be ending in
2012 and all this hype is based on thatI donlsquot know how many of you are familiar
with the new world order conspiracy of the Global Elite but those of you who do
know will also understand how the Global Elite(Iluminati) operateRemember the
September 11 attacks fraud when the US government under Bushlsquos administration
killed its own people and blamed it on global terrorismIt is the character of the
Conspirators to use what I call The Problem and Responselsquo strategy whereby they
intentionally create a crisis to cause the people to fear and then provide a solution to
the problem they themselves createdBy causing the people to be fearful especially by
using complicated scientific explanations on why the world is going to end in
2012they aim to achieve an element of dependency and trust from the people
This is more like an evil sheperd who disguises himself as caring for the sheep only to
find that he is a wolf waiting for an excellent opportunity to consume the flockthink
Obama
The 2012 scarelsquoas I would like to call it was further fuelled by the movie
2012lsquowhich primierd in SA on the 09th
of DecThis movie is yet another strategy by
the Elite to make sure that indeed people are frightened so that their wicked plans of
world domination unfold as plannedYou must understand that the same people who
own the movie companies also own the science research laboratries and world media
10 Awe_ness magazine
which gives them an excellent way to dictate what information should be poured
down to the uninformed masses
The year 2012 forms part of a huge milestone in the Illuminattilsquos own calendar of
ochestrating events just like September 11therefore donlsquot be surprised if a fake
Armageddon in a form of an earthquake or something created by the Conspiratorlsquos
own scientists takes place in 2012
A phony website which looks very real was even created by the Elite offering
convincing factslsquo on why and how the world is going to end in 2012 They have also
set up a covert Institute for Human Continuity which has now agreed to go public and
warn the world that there is a 94 percent probability of cataclysmic forces
destroying our planet Its website offers survival kits and encourages people to sign up
for a lottery to decide who will be among the lucky few chosen to be saved You are
probably thinking
that this is an
elaborate hoax -
you would be right
But hundreds of
people have
apparently been
taken in by the
nonsense put out
by Sony Pictures as
part of a viral
marketing
campaign for its
film 2012 Dr
David Morrison a
distinguished
scientist at
NASAlsquos
Astrobiology Institute said the marketing behind the film was making some people so
scared that he feared they could harm themselves This sounds to me like the Elitelsquos
plan of bringing down the world population from about 6 billion to around 500
million is well on its way as some people will commit suicide as a result Along the
years they have employed a number of clever methods like AIDS to bring the
numbers down especially in Africa Apparently the Illuminatilsquos biggest fear is the
people learning about their evil crimes and forming an opposition movement against
them so the lesser the people the better
The website that these people created is a big hoax which cleverly mixes real
scientific phenomena with fiction It is very believable because the internet is a free
world there are no laws about lying To give you a background on the scare
According to the website scientists have been tracking a previously unknown Planet
X which is on the edge of the solar system and on a collision course with Earth
Skyscrapers crumble to the ground fiery meteorites smash into Earth and a Tibetan
monk cowers as a massive tidal wave swamps his mountain retreat
It is a vision of the coming apocalypse thrillingly captured in the latest Hollywood
11 Awe_ness magazine
blockbuster Because the whole scare is based on the ending of the Mayan calendar
my understanding is that when a calendar ends a new one starts so there is nothing
really to be frightened about What I mean is that nothing will happen in 2012 except
for a shift in universal consciousness from one Zodiac plane to another Like many
Hollywood blockbusters nowadays 2012 uses a sophisticated PR campaign which
incorporates elements of viral marketing Remember what they use to tell us about
Y2K Same strategy same people same lies to create the same impact The Mayans
studied the stars extensively they were able to accurately predict the birth of the
universe Their calendar documents consciousness shifts or evolutions most
civilizationslsquo calendars were created around the sun exclusively The Mayanlsquos focus
on the sun but they used the sun as a model for our solar system and galaxylsquos orbit
around the universe The Mayan calendar is sub divided into 13 sections (7 days and 6
nights) When time passes through a section a new consciousness is born Each
section or stage of evolution on this level lasted 126 billion years The next level
started 820 million years ago and most scientist will tell you that cells had started
clumping together to create basic life forms such as plants These life forms evolved
into aquatic life reptiles like dinosaurs and mammals The dinosaurs died out and left
mammals and 41 million years ago the next level of consciousness evolution began
The new stage of consciousness saw these life forms sticking together as a family in
order to survive
This consciousness went through all the stages until the next level 2 million years
ago It was during this period that Homo sapiens (intelligent man) developed The
next level started 1002000 years ago and saw the Homo sapiens advancing from small
tribes to societies
The next level started at 3115 BC and this saw human kind developing nations and it
was at this level of earth time that Egypt was formed Each stage of this level (13th
level) lasted 400 years It was during this level that human kind began writing things
down and history began being documented At 40 AD in Rome Saint Paul began
spreading the message of Jesus Christ and this message nurtured a consciousness of
self-empowerment The next level began at 1755 AD and it was the beginning of the
industrial revolution The Maya never predicted these events mdash they only predicted
consciousness shifts The 4th day of this level was when Henry Ford began
manufacturing the first cars 1913 (the 5th day) Einstein published his equation and
epiphany e=mc2 It was also during this section (1924) Hubble created his famous
telescope and discovered the universe is infinite During the 6th night (1939) World
War 2 started
12 Awe_ness magazine
The next level began January
5th 1999 and each stage
changed every 360 days It
was during the first day that
the conspiracy of Y2K began
Even though this never
happened and the Maya never
predicted events just the
growth of consciousness it
showed us that we should
begin to become self-
dependent The calendar ends
on 21 December 2012 it is therefore now a popular belief that the world will end
then The planet wonlsquot end the world will The world is to the earth like your mind is
to your brain They are two separate ideas The Maya are right something will happen
on that day something that will shift our consciousness into new heights Things are
already starting to happen mdash global warming and the economic recession (space and
time) It is quite arrogant to think that we are going to completely destroy this planet
with pollution I wonlsquot deny that our technology has contributed to the global physical
change pollution has quickened the pace of this change but it isnlsquot the change The
planet is changing whether we like it or not The planet has helped clear the way for
different new and better consciousnesses The dinosaurs were a consciousness hinged
on physical superiority for survival It was a good consciousness but it wasnlsquot the
best The planet then changed and it was helped by the universe The combination of
the ice age and a meteor hitting the planet eliminated the dinosaurs clearing the way
for mammals and then Homo sapiens We still have that physical consciousness but
also an intellectual consciousness and these two aspects have been combined to
ensure our survival within our species (the world wars and advent of a global
economy) There is an all encompassing plan and this plan applies to everything that
exists We are aiding the change with pollution science etc Science predicts a polar
shift during the time of 2012 December 21st 2012 will also see a winter equinox (the
longest night) from the 21st to the 22nd of December Astronomically speaking earth
will also be in line with and we can look directly into the core of the Milky Way The
equinox and the longest night will also contribute to the consciousness shift because
our consciousness relies mainly on space and time
So not only will time be affected but space as well I think global warming has very
little to do with the ozone layer or pollution compared to a global change caused by a
polar shift Certain parts of the world are beginning to have colder winters and other
parts warmer summers There is also an electromagnetic sheath that covers the planet
which global warming may be affecting and this sheath is being lessened It is also
worth mentioning that our brains are electromagnetic so this could also be a factor in
the consciousness shift Another factor in the consciousness shift may see the
13 Awe_ness magazine
abolishment of money and the recession is a considerable testament to this
Economics is a complex thing but when applied on an individual level is quite basic
and backward It serves as a very narrow minded way of categorizing people It acts
as a very physically thin and flimsy but psychologically very effective barrier
between classes 2012 may see massive spatial and temporal changes and things may
get very physical so people will be looking out for themselves and not at their pay
slips or CVs It may see the beginning of evolution on a personal or individual level
The TV series ―Heroes is an artistic expression of whatlsquos in the back of the mind of
collective consciousness The super-human abilities are a metaphor I think for what
we may be able to achieve in the near future
KG
THE SEARCH IS ON FOR THE FACES OF AWE_NESS
reg
If you think you are Mzansirsquos hottest guy or girl send two of your recent pics to awe_nessyahoocom and take part in the Awe_ness brand ambassadorrsquos search As you all know Awe_ness is not just about the external aspect of things therefore we require you to attach a cover letter telling us why you should be considered as the Face of Awe_nessrdquo The winner will be chosen based on the overall quality of the application and not just the photographs Take part and stand a chance to become the face of the growing Awe_ness brand
14 Awe_ness magazine
wwwboxfreshcom ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOPE STORE
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
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For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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4 Awe_ness magazine
Editorial
he name is KG Kgaugelo is the full version if you should know The guy is originally from
Witbank a small town in Mpumalanga so those of you who are still stereotypical about folkz from
Mpumalanga then eat thishelliphellipJust to give you a general background on myself I am a writer music
dj producer and entrepreneur hellipyes I am all of these who said I canlsquot be I am also the co founder of the
Afro Dawn Group which just gave birth to the Awe_ness movement which in turn gave birth to this
magazine As a writer I have just completed a book on Consciousness and Philosophy titledlsquo Optical
Illusionslsquo which will be coming out early next year More projects will be coming through as part of
Awe_ness and the Afro dawn Group so watch the space
For now let me not spoil this editorial article by telling you too much about myself and my future
endeavours
It certainly goes without question that all of us
have dreams and more often than not those
dreams lie dormant within ourselves because we
have allowed society to dictate our every move
We are all born into this system whereby we canlsquot
do anything without other peoplelsquos approval but
has anyone considered how awesome and
fulfilling our lives would become if we could start
depending on ourselves and that small inner
voice We are all running on some mental
software that has been downloaded in us through
human DNA and therelsquos nothing wrong with
humans having some form of culture as a species The problem arises when powerful men and women of the
world take advantage of the DNA principle by implementing cruel programmes of mass mind control for
their own benefit This has resulted in the sad current situation whereby the uninformed and sometimes
ignorant masses are chained and incarcerated
in formless mental prisons Have you ever
asked yourself who gave you your world
view in other words from whose eyes are
you really viewing the world and the mystery
of life in general Could it be that since
ancient times members of elite groups have
slowly but surely implemented a plan to
control the human mind especially the
unaware through clever conditioning of the
mind by using media tools like TV Radio
magazines and other psychological tools like
fear The curriculum of the school system is
designed in such a way that we stay enslaved
whereby we follow a pattern which ensures
that we donlsquot rise to our fullest potential as
T
5 Awe_ness magazine
we chase after our next pay cheque What if the entire system including politics economics religion and
education has been hand crafted in such a way that we constantly live in fear so that we can continue to be
dependent on our invisible masters For an example who came up with the banking policies Who owns the
major media companies Who runs the worldlsquos biological and astronomical laboratories I challenge you to
do some research and you will be shocked at how much the world has moved into a monopoly government
without us even realising it This high treason has resulted in teenage suicide promiscuity drug abuse and
other social ills because people are trapped in these psychological prisons and somehow they have to find
fulfilment
I know that this is not a cute way to start a prologue
for a new magazine but the severity of the situation
compels me to first raise awareness so that I can then
propose creative ways of counteracting this global
problem
Are you in a job not because you like it but because
you want to survive or are you studying something
because your parents and the rest of society is telling
you to
When olives are hard pressed only then can the oil
come out What I am trying to say is that one gets to a
point where the shackles become too much and you
start to realise that something is seriously not right
You begin to be aware and you suddenly see things
you never saw as if you have been given a new set of
eyes
I had come to that point in my own life and that is
how the concept Awe_nesslsquo which represents the
awakening the awareness or the arising new consciousness of Mzansi youth came about
You know that there is something that you are here to do but the system says you canlsquot do it you know that
death does not exist but the system says it does you know that hell does not exist but the system says it
doeshelliphellipSuddenly you wake up in the middle of the night one night and your inner voice decides to be
loud for once Right then an exodus of Consciousness begins in your life and you start sensing a revival of
your eternal dreams You commit to memory what you were as Infinite Possibility before you came into
time You commit to memory that you are life itself and that you are a unique part of creation that canlsquot be
made nor destroyed you can only be transformed from one form to another as you manifest in different
ways You know that you have always been and you will always will be You come to this realisation
suddenly and you feel a strange sense of liberation You begin to realise that whether they torture you or
victimise you they are torturing a part of themselves because
life is one and sooner or later your oppressed spirit shall rise
Now that we have gotten the deep stuff out of the way letlsquos
lighten up the mood a bit Awe_ness was born from a
Collective Consciousness which is why you feel a strange sense
of relativity as you read these words You are a part of it and it
is a part of you-Your thoughts your confusion your aspirations
and your dreams gave birth to this magazine It is what you
have been thinking all along but you were not sure if it was
genuinehellipwell it is You have always known the truth and the
truth has just set you free
Let us reunite as a Consciousness and come back to oneness
only then can we fight the forces of darkness that work
6 Awe_ness magazine
tirelessly to overcome us This magazine is a spiritual sword of a different kind and through it we can all
fight the good fight not that of faith as you were previously taught but of Awareness All you need to do is
to be aware because not everything that is is Life is not what it appears to be Join me and the Awe_ness
team as we uninstall old treacherous software living you with yourself as pure Consciousness that has
always been one with life as you tap into the Source of all wisdom and knowledge to materialize your
dreams
Break down those ancient barriers and celebrate yourself because you are not what you have been told you
were The 24 letters of the alphabet are too limited to describe the mystery that is you
Awe_ness is what should be in your vocab right nowhelliphellipas I present to you the Awe_ness magazine
Arise oh child of life awaken to your potential claim your rightful role in the story of life be what you were
created to be
Your Editor
KG
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CONTRIBUTORS
Sam Ndlalane- Movie Review
Sbusisiwe Mdletshe- Divine
Encounters with Miss B
Itumeleng Moledi- Fashion and StylE
LAWRENCE THUNGO-CREATIVE EDITOR
helliphelliphelliphelliphelliphellip
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8 Awe_ness magazine
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THE 2012 SCARE
(HOAX OR REAL)
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HEAD-LEVIrsquoS vs
DIESEL
DIVINE ENCOUNERS
WITH MISS B
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THE 2012 SCARE (HOAX OR REAL)
If you are well informed you will know that there is big hype or should I sayhellippanic
about the supposed end of the world in 2012These predictions are based on the
calendar of the Mayan civilisation which had an unusual interest in
AstronomyThrough this love for astronomical science they were able to study and
master the behaviour of space objects and created their calendar which was based on
the different cycles of space consciousnessThis calendar then is said to be ending in
2012 and all this hype is based on thatI donlsquot know how many of you are familiar
with the new world order conspiracy of the Global Elite but those of you who do
know will also understand how the Global Elite(Iluminati) operateRemember the
September 11 attacks fraud when the US government under Bushlsquos administration
killed its own people and blamed it on global terrorismIt is the character of the
Conspirators to use what I call The Problem and Responselsquo strategy whereby they
intentionally create a crisis to cause the people to fear and then provide a solution to
the problem they themselves createdBy causing the people to be fearful especially by
using complicated scientific explanations on why the world is going to end in
2012they aim to achieve an element of dependency and trust from the people
This is more like an evil sheperd who disguises himself as caring for the sheep only to
find that he is a wolf waiting for an excellent opportunity to consume the flockthink
Obama
The 2012 scarelsquoas I would like to call it was further fuelled by the movie
2012lsquowhich primierd in SA on the 09th
of DecThis movie is yet another strategy by
the Elite to make sure that indeed people are frightened so that their wicked plans of
world domination unfold as plannedYou must understand that the same people who
own the movie companies also own the science research laboratries and world media
10 Awe_ness magazine
which gives them an excellent way to dictate what information should be poured
down to the uninformed masses
The year 2012 forms part of a huge milestone in the Illuminattilsquos own calendar of
ochestrating events just like September 11therefore donlsquot be surprised if a fake
Armageddon in a form of an earthquake or something created by the Conspiratorlsquos
own scientists takes place in 2012
A phony website which looks very real was even created by the Elite offering
convincing factslsquo on why and how the world is going to end in 2012 They have also
set up a covert Institute for Human Continuity which has now agreed to go public and
warn the world that there is a 94 percent probability of cataclysmic forces
destroying our planet Its website offers survival kits and encourages people to sign up
for a lottery to decide who will be among the lucky few chosen to be saved You are
probably thinking
that this is an
elaborate hoax -
you would be right
But hundreds of
people have
apparently been
taken in by the
nonsense put out
by Sony Pictures as
part of a viral
marketing
campaign for its
film 2012 Dr
David Morrison a
distinguished
scientist at
NASAlsquos
Astrobiology Institute said the marketing behind the film was making some people so
scared that he feared they could harm themselves This sounds to me like the Elitelsquos
plan of bringing down the world population from about 6 billion to around 500
million is well on its way as some people will commit suicide as a result Along the
years they have employed a number of clever methods like AIDS to bring the
numbers down especially in Africa Apparently the Illuminatilsquos biggest fear is the
people learning about their evil crimes and forming an opposition movement against
them so the lesser the people the better
The website that these people created is a big hoax which cleverly mixes real
scientific phenomena with fiction It is very believable because the internet is a free
world there are no laws about lying To give you a background on the scare
According to the website scientists have been tracking a previously unknown Planet
X which is on the edge of the solar system and on a collision course with Earth
Skyscrapers crumble to the ground fiery meteorites smash into Earth and a Tibetan
monk cowers as a massive tidal wave swamps his mountain retreat
It is a vision of the coming apocalypse thrillingly captured in the latest Hollywood
11 Awe_ness magazine
blockbuster Because the whole scare is based on the ending of the Mayan calendar
my understanding is that when a calendar ends a new one starts so there is nothing
really to be frightened about What I mean is that nothing will happen in 2012 except
for a shift in universal consciousness from one Zodiac plane to another Like many
Hollywood blockbusters nowadays 2012 uses a sophisticated PR campaign which
incorporates elements of viral marketing Remember what they use to tell us about
Y2K Same strategy same people same lies to create the same impact The Mayans
studied the stars extensively they were able to accurately predict the birth of the
universe Their calendar documents consciousness shifts or evolutions most
civilizationslsquo calendars were created around the sun exclusively The Mayanlsquos focus
on the sun but they used the sun as a model for our solar system and galaxylsquos orbit
around the universe The Mayan calendar is sub divided into 13 sections (7 days and 6
nights) When time passes through a section a new consciousness is born Each
section or stage of evolution on this level lasted 126 billion years The next level
started 820 million years ago and most scientist will tell you that cells had started
clumping together to create basic life forms such as plants These life forms evolved
into aquatic life reptiles like dinosaurs and mammals The dinosaurs died out and left
mammals and 41 million years ago the next level of consciousness evolution began
The new stage of consciousness saw these life forms sticking together as a family in
order to survive
This consciousness went through all the stages until the next level 2 million years
ago It was during this period that Homo sapiens (intelligent man) developed The
next level started 1002000 years ago and saw the Homo sapiens advancing from small
tribes to societies
The next level started at 3115 BC and this saw human kind developing nations and it
was at this level of earth time that Egypt was formed Each stage of this level (13th
level) lasted 400 years It was during this level that human kind began writing things
down and history began being documented At 40 AD in Rome Saint Paul began
spreading the message of Jesus Christ and this message nurtured a consciousness of
self-empowerment The next level began at 1755 AD and it was the beginning of the
industrial revolution The Maya never predicted these events mdash they only predicted
consciousness shifts The 4th day of this level was when Henry Ford began
manufacturing the first cars 1913 (the 5th day) Einstein published his equation and
epiphany e=mc2 It was also during this section (1924) Hubble created his famous
telescope and discovered the universe is infinite During the 6th night (1939) World
War 2 started
12 Awe_ness magazine
The next level began January
5th 1999 and each stage
changed every 360 days It
was during the first day that
the conspiracy of Y2K began
Even though this never
happened and the Maya never
predicted events just the
growth of consciousness it
showed us that we should
begin to become self-
dependent The calendar ends
on 21 December 2012 it is therefore now a popular belief that the world will end
then The planet wonlsquot end the world will The world is to the earth like your mind is
to your brain They are two separate ideas The Maya are right something will happen
on that day something that will shift our consciousness into new heights Things are
already starting to happen mdash global warming and the economic recession (space and
time) It is quite arrogant to think that we are going to completely destroy this planet
with pollution I wonlsquot deny that our technology has contributed to the global physical
change pollution has quickened the pace of this change but it isnlsquot the change The
planet is changing whether we like it or not The planet has helped clear the way for
different new and better consciousnesses The dinosaurs were a consciousness hinged
on physical superiority for survival It was a good consciousness but it wasnlsquot the
best The planet then changed and it was helped by the universe The combination of
the ice age and a meteor hitting the planet eliminated the dinosaurs clearing the way
for mammals and then Homo sapiens We still have that physical consciousness but
also an intellectual consciousness and these two aspects have been combined to
ensure our survival within our species (the world wars and advent of a global
economy) There is an all encompassing plan and this plan applies to everything that
exists We are aiding the change with pollution science etc Science predicts a polar
shift during the time of 2012 December 21st 2012 will also see a winter equinox (the
longest night) from the 21st to the 22nd of December Astronomically speaking earth
will also be in line with and we can look directly into the core of the Milky Way The
equinox and the longest night will also contribute to the consciousness shift because
our consciousness relies mainly on space and time
So not only will time be affected but space as well I think global warming has very
little to do with the ozone layer or pollution compared to a global change caused by a
polar shift Certain parts of the world are beginning to have colder winters and other
parts warmer summers There is also an electromagnetic sheath that covers the planet
which global warming may be affecting and this sheath is being lessened It is also
worth mentioning that our brains are electromagnetic so this could also be a factor in
the consciousness shift Another factor in the consciousness shift may see the
13 Awe_ness magazine
abolishment of money and the recession is a considerable testament to this
Economics is a complex thing but when applied on an individual level is quite basic
and backward It serves as a very narrow minded way of categorizing people It acts
as a very physically thin and flimsy but psychologically very effective barrier
between classes 2012 may see massive spatial and temporal changes and things may
get very physical so people will be looking out for themselves and not at their pay
slips or CVs It may see the beginning of evolution on a personal or individual level
The TV series ―Heroes is an artistic expression of whatlsquos in the back of the mind of
collective consciousness The super-human abilities are a metaphor I think for what
we may be able to achieve in the near future
KG
THE SEARCH IS ON FOR THE FACES OF AWE_NESS
reg
If you think you are Mzansirsquos hottest guy or girl send two of your recent pics to awe_nessyahoocom and take part in the Awe_ness brand ambassadorrsquos search As you all know Awe_ness is not just about the external aspect of things therefore we require you to attach a cover letter telling us why you should be considered as the Face of Awe_nessrdquo The winner will be chosen based on the overall quality of the application and not just the photographs Take part and stand a chance to become the face of the growing Awe_ness brand
14 Awe_ness magazine
wwwboxfreshcom ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOPE STORE
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
wwwpumacom
38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
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For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
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IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
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5 Awe_ness magazine
we chase after our next pay cheque What if the entire system including politics economics religion and
education has been hand crafted in such a way that we constantly live in fear so that we can continue to be
dependent on our invisible masters For an example who came up with the banking policies Who owns the
major media companies Who runs the worldlsquos biological and astronomical laboratories I challenge you to
do some research and you will be shocked at how much the world has moved into a monopoly government
without us even realising it This high treason has resulted in teenage suicide promiscuity drug abuse and
other social ills because people are trapped in these psychological prisons and somehow they have to find
fulfilment
I know that this is not a cute way to start a prologue
for a new magazine but the severity of the situation
compels me to first raise awareness so that I can then
propose creative ways of counteracting this global
problem
Are you in a job not because you like it but because
you want to survive or are you studying something
because your parents and the rest of society is telling
you to
When olives are hard pressed only then can the oil
come out What I am trying to say is that one gets to a
point where the shackles become too much and you
start to realise that something is seriously not right
You begin to be aware and you suddenly see things
you never saw as if you have been given a new set of
eyes
I had come to that point in my own life and that is
how the concept Awe_nesslsquo which represents the
awakening the awareness or the arising new consciousness of Mzansi youth came about
You know that there is something that you are here to do but the system says you canlsquot do it you know that
death does not exist but the system says it does you know that hell does not exist but the system says it
doeshelliphellipSuddenly you wake up in the middle of the night one night and your inner voice decides to be
loud for once Right then an exodus of Consciousness begins in your life and you start sensing a revival of
your eternal dreams You commit to memory what you were as Infinite Possibility before you came into
time You commit to memory that you are life itself and that you are a unique part of creation that canlsquot be
made nor destroyed you can only be transformed from one form to another as you manifest in different
ways You know that you have always been and you will always will be You come to this realisation
suddenly and you feel a strange sense of liberation You begin to realise that whether they torture you or
victimise you they are torturing a part of themselves because
life is one and sooner or later your oppressed spirit shall rise
Now that we have gotten the deep stuff out of the way letlsquos
lighten up the mood a bit Awe_ness was born from a
Collective Consciousness which is why you feel a strange sense
of relativity as you read these words You are a part of it and it
is a part of you-Your thoughts your confusion your aspirations
and your dreams gave birth to this magazine It is what you
have been thinking all along but you were not sure if it was
genuinehellipwell it is You have always known the truth and the
truth has just set you free
Let us reunite as a Consciousness and come back to oneness
only then can we fight the forces of darkness that work
6 Awe_ness magazine
tirelessly to overcome us This magazine is a spiritual sword of a different kind and through it we can all
fight the good fight not that of faith as you were previously taught but of Awareness All you need to do is
to be aware because not everything that is is Life is not what it appears to be Join me and the Awe_ness
team as we uninstall old treacherous software living you with yourself as pure Consciousness that has
always been one with life as you tap into the Source of all wisdom and knowledge to materialize your
dreams
Break down those ancient barriers and celebrate yourself because you are not what you have been told you
were The 24 letters of the alphabet are too limited to describe the mystery that is you
Awe_ness is what should be in your vocab right nowhelliphellipas I present to you the Awe_ness magazine
Arise oh child of life awaken to your potential claim your rightful role in the story of life be what you were
created to be
Your Editor
KG
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CONTRIBUTORS
Sam Ndlalane- Movie Review
Sbusisiwe Mdletshe- Divine
Encounters with Miss B
Itumeleng Moledi- Fashion and StylE
LAWRENCE THUNGO-CREATIVE EDITOR
helliphelliphelliphelliphelliphellip
WRITE TO US This magazine was created BY US FOR YOU which is why we emphasize your input as much as possibleSend us your letters about whatever is on your mind and stand a chance to win the oh so slick Awe_Ness branded T-shirtSend your letters to awe_nessyahoocom
8 Awe_ness magazine
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THE 2012 SCARE
(HOAX OR REAL)
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD-LEVIrsquoS vs
DIESEL
DIVINE ENCOUNERS
WITH MISS B
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TOWN BAR LOUNGE
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THE 2012 SCARE (HOAX OR REAL)
If you are well informed you will know that there is big hype or should I sayhellippanic
about the supposed end of the world in 2012These predictions are based on the
calendar of the Mayan civilisation which had an unusual interest in
AstronomyThrough this love for astronomical science they were able to study and
master the behaviour of space objects and created their calendar which was based on
the different cycles of space consciousnessThis calendar then is said to be ending in
2012 and all this hype is based on thatI donlsquot know how many of you are familiar
with the new world order conspiracy of the Global Elite but those of you who do
know will also understand how the Global Elite(Iluminati) operateRemember the
September 11 attacks fraud when the US government under Bushlsquos administration
killed its own people and blamed it on global terrorismIt is the character of the
Conspirators to use what I call The Problem and Responselsquo strategy whereby they
intentionally create a crisis to cause the people to fear and then provide a solution to
the problem they themselves createdBy causing the people to be fearful especially by
using complicated scientific explanations on why the world is going to end in
2012they aim to achieve an element of dependency and trust from the people
This is more like an evil sheperd who disguises himself as caring for the sheep only to
find that he is a wolf waiting for an excellent opportunity to consume the flockthink
Obama
The 2012 scarelsquoas I would like to call it was further fuelled by the movie
2012lsquowhich primierd in SA on the 09th
of DecThis movie is yet another strategy by
the Elite to make sure that indeed people are frightened so that their wicked plans of
world domination unfold as plannedYou must understand that the same people who
own the movie companies also own the science research laboratries and world media
10 Awe_ness magazine
which gives them an excellent way to dictate what information should be poured
down to the uninformed masses
The year 2012 forms part of a huge milestone in the Illuminattilsquos own calendar of
ochestrating events just like September 11therefore donlsquot be surprised if a fake
Armageddon in a form of an earthquake or something created by the Conspiratorlsquos
own scientists takes place in 2012
A phony website which looks very real was even created by the Elite offering
convincing factslsquo on why and how the world is going to end in 2012 They have also
set up a covert Institute for Human Continuity which has now agreed to go public and
warn the world that there is a 94 percent probability of cataclysmic forces
destroying our planet Its website offers survival kits and encourages people to sign up
for a lottery to decide who will be among the lucky few chosen to be saved You are
probably thinking
that this is an
elaborate hoax -
you would be right
But hundreds of
people have
apparently been
taken in by the
nonsense put out
by Sony Pictures as
part of a viral
marketing
campaign for its
film 2012 Dr
David Morrison a
distinguished
scientist at
NASAlsquos
Astrobiology Institute said the marketing behind the film was making some people so
scared that he feared they could harm themselves This sounds to me like the Elitelsquos
plan of bringing down the world population from about 6 billion to around 500
million is well on its way as some people will commit suicide as a result Along the
years they have employed a number of clever methods like AIDS to bring the
numbers down especially in Africa Apparently the Illuminatilsquos biggest fear is the
people learning about their evil crimes and forming an opposition movement against
them so the lesser the people the better
The website that these people created is a big hoax which cleverly mixes real
scientific phenomena with fiction It is very believable because the internet is a free
world there are no laws about lying To give you a background on the scare
According to the website scientists have been tracking a previously unknown Planet
X which is on the edge of the solar system and on a collision course with Earth
Skyscrapers crumble to the ground fiery meteorites smash into Earth and a Tibetan
monk cowers as a massive tidal wave swamps his mountain retreat
It is a vision of the coming apocalypse thrillingly captured in the latest Hollywood
11 Awe_ness magazine
blockbuster Because the whole scare is based on the ending of the Mayan calendar
my understanding is that when a calendar ends a new one starts so there is nothing
really to be frightened about What I mean is that nothing will happen in 2012 except
for a shift in universal consciousness from one Zodiac plane to another Like many
Hollywood blockbusters nowadays 2012 uses a sophisticated PR campaign which
incorporates elements of viral marketing Remember what they use to tell us about
Y2K Same strategy same people same lies to create the same impact The Mayans
studied the stars extensively they were able to accurately predict the birth of the
universe Their calendar documents consciousness shifts or evolutions most
civilizationslsquo calendars were created around the sun exclusively The Mayanlsquos focus
on the sun but they used the sun as a model for our solar system and galaxylsquos orbit
around the universe The Mayan calendar is sub divided into 13 sections (7 days and 6
nights) When time passes through a section a new consciousness is born Each
section or stage of evolution on this level lasted 126 billion years The next level
started 820 million years ago and most scientist will tell you that cells had started
clumping together to create basic life forms such as plants These life forms evolved
into aquatic life reptiles like dinosaurs and mammals The dinosaurs died out and left
mammals and 41 million years ago the next level of consciousness evolution began
The new stage of consciousness saw these life forms sticking together as a family in
order to survive
This consciousness went through all the stages until the next level 2 million years
ago It was during this period that Homo sapiens (intelligent man) developed The
next level started 1002000 years ago and saw the Homo sapiens advancing from small
tribes to societies
The next level started at 3115 BC and this saw human kind developing nations and it
was at this level of earth time that Egypt was formed Each stage of this level (13th
level) lasted 400 years It was during this level that human kind began writing things
down and history began being documented At 40 AD in Rome Saint Paul began
spreading the message of Jesus Christ and this message nurtured a consciousness of
self-empowerment The next level began at 1755 AD and it was the beginning of the
industrial revolution The Maya never predicted these events mdash they only predicted
consciousness shifts The 4th day of this level was when Henry Ford began
manufacturing the first cars 1913 (the 5th day) Einstein published his equation and
epiphany e=mc2 It was also during this section (1924) Hubble created his famous
telescope and discovered the universe is infinite During the 6th night (1939) World
War 2 started
12 Awe_ness magazine
The next level began January
5th 1999 and each stage
changed every 360 days It
was during the first day that
the conspiracy of Y2K began
Even though this never
happened and the Maya never
predicted events just the
growth of consciousness it
showed us that we should
begin to become self-
dependent The calendar ends
on 21 December 2012 it is therefore now a popular belief that the world will end
then The planet wonlsquot end the world will The world is to the earth like your mind is
to your brain They are two separate ideas The Maya are right something will happen
on that day something that will shift our consciousness into new heights Things are
already starting to happen mdash global warming and the economic recession (space and
time) It is quite arrogant to think that we are going to completely destroy this planet
with pollution I wonlsquot deny that our technology has contributed to the global physical
change pollution has quickened the pace of this change but it isnlsquot the change The
planet is changing whether we like it or not The planet has helped clear the way for
different new and better consciousnesses The dinosaurs were a consciousness hinged
on physical superiority for survival It was a good consciousness but it wasnlsquot the
best The planet then changed and it was helped by the universe The combination of
the ice age and a meteor hitting the planet eliminated the dinosaurs clearing the way
for mammals and then Homo sapiens We still have that physical consciousness but
also an intellectual consciousness and these two aspects have been combined to
ensure our survival within our species (the world wars and advent of a global
economy) There is an all encompassing plan and this plan applies to everything that
exists We are aiding the change with pollution science etc Science predicts a polar
shift during the time of 2012 December 21st 2012 will also see a winter equinox (the
longest night) from the 21st to the 22nd of December Astronomically speaking earth
will also be in line with and we can look directly into the core of the Milky Way The
equinox and the longest night will also contribute to the consciousness shift because
our consciousness relies mainly on space and time
So not only will time be affected but space as well I think global warming has very
little to do with the ozone layer or pollution compared to a global change caused by a
polar shift Certain parts of the world are beginning to have colder winters and other
parts warmer summers There is also an electromagnetic sheath that covers the planet
which global warming may be affecting and this sheath is being lessened It is also
worth mentioning that our brains are electromagnetic so this could also be a factor in
the consciousness shift Another factor in the consciousness shift may see the
13 Awe_ness magazine
abolishment of money and the recession is a considerable testament to this
Economics is a complex thing but when applied on an individual level is quite basic
and backward It serves as a very narrow minded way of categorizing people It acts
as a very physically thin and flimsy but psychologically very effective barrier
between classes 2012 may see massive spatial and temporal changes and things may
get very physical so people will be looking out for themselves and not at their pay
slips or CVs It may see the beginning of evolution on a personal or individual level
The TV series ―Heroes is an artistic expression of whatlsquos in the back of the mind of
collective consciousness The super-human abilities are a metaphor I think for what
we may be able to achieve in the near future
KG
THE SEARCH IS ON FOR THE FACES OF AWE_NESS
reg
If you think you are Mzansirsquos hottest guy or girl send two of your recent pics to awe_nessyahoocom and take part in the Awe_ness brand ambassadorrsquos search As you all know Awe_ness is not just about the external aspect of things therefore we require you to attach a cover letter telling us why you should be considered as the Face of Awe_nessrdquo The winner will be chosen based on the overall quality of the application and not just the photographs Take part and stand a chance to become the face of the growing Awe_ness brand
14 Awe_ness magazine
wwwboxfreshcom ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOPE STORE
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
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Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
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many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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fight the good fight not that of faith as you were previously taught but of Awareness All you need to do is
to be aware because not everything that is is Life is not what it appears to be Join me and the Awe_ness
team as we uninstall old treacherous software living you with yourself as pure Consciousness that has
always been one with life as you tap into the Source of all wisdom and knowledge to materialize your
dreams
Break down those ancient barriers and celebrate yourself because you are not what you have been told you
were The 24 letters of the alphabet are too limited to describe the mystery that is you
Awe_ness is what should be in your vocab right nowhelliphellipas I present to you the Awe_ness magazine
Arise oh child of life awaken to your potential claim your rightful role in the story of life be what you were
created to be
Your Editor
KG
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Sam Ndlalane- Movie Review
Sbusisiwe Mdletshe- Divine
Encounters with Miss B
Itumeleng Moledi- Fashion and StylE
LAWRENCE THUNGO-CREATIVE EDITOR
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THE 2012 SCARE (HOAX OR REAL)
If you are well informed you will know that there is big hype or should I sayhellippanic
about the supposed end of the world in 2012These predictions are based on the
calendar of the Mayan civilisation which had an unusual interest in
AstronomyThrough this love for astronomical science they were able to study and
master the behaviour of space objects and created their calendar which was based on
the different cycles of space consciousnessThis calendar then is said to be ending in
2012 and all this hype is based on thatI donlsquot know how many of you are familiar
with the new world order conspiracy of the Global Elite but those of you who do
know will also understand how the Global Elite(Iluminati) operateRemember the
September 11 attacks fraud when the US government under Bushlsquos administration
killed its own people and blamed it on global terrorismIt is the character of the
Conspirators to use what I call The Problem and Responselsquo strategy whereby they
intentionally create a crisis to cause the people to fear and then provide a solution to
the problem they themselves createdBy causing the people to be fearful especially by
using complicated scientific explanations on why the world is going to end in
2012they aim to achieve an element of dependency and trust from the people
This is more like an evil sheperd who disguises himself as caring for the sheep only to
find that he is a wolf waiting for an excellent opportunity to consume the flockthink
Obama
The 2012 scarelsquoas I would like to call it was further fuelled by the movie
2012lsquowhich primierd in SA on the 09th
of DecThis movie is yet another strategy by
the Elite to make sure that indeed people are frightened so that their wicked plans of
world domination unfold as plannedYou must understand that the same people who
own the movie companies also own the science research laboratries and world media
10 Awe_ness magazine
which gives them an excellent way to dictate what information should be poured
down to the uninformed masses
The year 2012 forms part of a huge milestone in the Illuminattilsquos own calendar of
ochestrating events just like September 11therefore donlsquot be surprised if a fake
Armageddon in a form of an earthquake or something created by the Conspiratorlsquos
own scientists takes place in 2012
A phony website which looks very real was even created by the Elite offering
convincing factslsquo on why and how the world is going to end in 2012 They have also
set up a covert Institute for Human Continuity which has now agreed to go public and
warn the world that there is a 94 percent probability of cataclysmic forces
destroying our planet Its website offers survival kits and encourages people to sign up
for a lottery to decide who will be among the lucky few chosen to be saved You are
probably thinking
that this is an
elaborate hoax -
you would be right
But hundreds of
people have
apparently been
taken in by the
nonsense put out
by Sony Pictures as
part of a viral
marketing
campaign for its
film 2012 Dr
David Morrison a
distinguished
scientist at
NASAlsquos
Astrobiology Institute said the marketing behind the film was making some people so
scared that he feared they could harm themselves This sounds to me like the Elitelsquos
plan of bringing down the world population from about 6 billion to around 500
million is well on its way as some people will commit suicide as a result Along the
years they have employed a number of clever methods like AIDS to bring the
numbers down especially in Africa Apparently the Illuminatilsquos biggest fear is the
people learning about their evil crimes and forming an opposition movement against
them so the lesser the people the better
The website that these people created is a big hoax which cleverly mixes real
scientific phenomena with fiction It is very believable because the internet is a free
world there are no laws about lying To give you a background on the scare
According to the website scientists have been tracking a previously unknown Planet
X which is on the edge of the solar system and on a collision course with Earth
Skyscrapers crumble to the ground fiery meteorites smash into Earth and a Tibetan
monk cowers as a massive tidal wave swamps his mountain retreat
It is a vision of the coming apocalypse thrillingly captured in the latest Hollywood
11 Awe_ness magazine
blockbuster Because the whole scare is based on the ending of the Mayan calendar
my understanding is that when a calendar ends a new one starts so there is nothing
really to be frightened about What I mean is that nothing will happen in 2012 except
for a shift in universal consciousness from one Zodiac plane to another Like many
Hollywood blockbusters nowadays 2012 uses a sophisticated PR campaign which
incorporates elements of viral marketing Remember what they use to tell us about
Y2K Same strategy same people same lies to create the same impact The Mayans
studied the stars extensively they were able to accurately predict the birth of the
universe Their calendar documents consciousness shifts or evolutions most
civilizationslsquo calendars were created around the sun exclusively The Mayanlsquos focus
on the sun but they used the sun as a model for our solar system and galaxylsquos orbit
around the universe The Mayan calendar is sub divided into 13 sections (7 days and 6
nights) When time passes through a section a new consciousness is born Each
section or stage of evolution on this level lasted 126 billion years The next level
started 820 million years ago and most scientist will tell you that cells had started
clumping together to create basic life forms such as plants These life forms evolved
into aquatic life reptiles like dinosaurs and mammals The dinosaurs died out and left
mammals and 41 million years ago the next level of consciousness evolution began
The new stage of consciousness saw these life forms sticking together as a family in
order to survive
This consciousness went through all the stages until the next level 2 million years
ago It was during this period that Homo sapiens (intelligent man) developed The
next level started 1002000 years ago and saw the Homo sapiens advancing from small
tribes to societies
The next level started at 3115 BC and this saw human kind developing nations and it
was at this level of earth time that Egypt was formed Each stage of this level (13th
level) lasted 400 years It was during this level that human kind began writing things
down and history began being documented At 40 AD in Rome Saint Paul began
spreading the message of Jesus Christ and this message nurtured a consciousness of
self-empowerment The next level began at 1755 AD and it was the beginning of the
industrial revolution The Maya never predicted these events mdash they only predicted
consciousness shifts The 4th day of this level was when Henry Ford began
manufacturing the first cars 1913 (the 5th day) Einstein published his equation and
epiphany e=mc2 It was also during this section (1924) Hubble created his famous
telescope and discovered the universe is infinite During the 6th night (1939) World
War 2 started
12 Awe_ness magazine
The next level began January
5th 1999 and each stage
changed every 360 days It
was during the first day that
the conspiracy of Y2K began
Even though this never
happened and the Maya never
predicted events just the
growth of consciousness it
showed us that we should
begin to become self-
dependent The calendar ends
on 21 December 2012 it is therefore now a popular belief that the world will end
then The planet wonlsquot end the world will The world is to the earth like your mind is
to your brain They are two separate ideas The Maya are right something will happen
on that day something that will shift our consciousness into new heights Things are
already starting to happen mdash global warming and the economic recession (space and
time) It is quite arrogant to think that we are going to completely destroy this planet
with pollution I wonlsquot deny that our technology has contributed to the global physical
change pollution has quickened the pace of this change but it isnlsquot the change The
planet is changing whether we like it or not The planet has helped clear the way for
different new and better consciousnesses The dinosaurs were a consciousness hinged
on physical superiority for survival It was a good consciousness but it wasnlsquot the
best The planet then changed and it was helped by the universe The combination of
the ice age and a meteor hitting the planet eliminated the dinosaurs clearing the way
for mammals and then Homo sapiens We still have that physical consciousness but
also an intellectual consciousness and these two aspects have been combined to
ensure our survival within our species (the world wars and advent of a global
economy) There is an all encompassing plan and this plan applies to everything that
exists We are aiding the change with pollution science etc Science predicts a polar
shift during the time of 2012 December 21st 2012 will also see a winter equinox (the
longest night) from the 21st to the 22nd of December Astronomically speaking earth
will also be in line with and we can look directly into the core of the Milky Way The
equinox and the longest night will also contribute to the consciousness shift because
our consciousness relies mainly on space and time
So not only will time be affected but space as well I think global warming has very
little to do with the ozone layer or pollution compared to a global change caused by a
polar shift Certain parts of the world are beginning to have colder winters and other
parts warmer summers There is also an electromagnetic sheath that covers the planet
which global warming may be affecting and this sheath is being lessened It is also
worth mentioning that our brains are electromagnetic so this could also be a factor in
the consciousness shift Another factor in the consciousness shift may see the
13 Awe_ness magazine
abolishment of money and the recession is a considerable testament to this
Economics is a complex thing but when applied on an individual level is quite basic
and backward It serves as a very narrow minded way of categorizing people It acts
as a very physically thin and flimsy but psychologically very effective barrier
between classes 2012 may see massive spatial and temporal changes and things may
get very physical so people will be looking out for themselves and not at their pay
slips or CVs It may see the beginning of evolution on a personal or individual level
The TV series ―Heroes is an artistic expression of whatlsquos in the back of the mind of
collective consciousness The super-human abilities are a metaphor I think for what
we may be able to achieve in the near future
KG
THE SEARCH IS ON FOR THE FACES OF AWE_NESS
reg
If you think you are Mzansirsquos hottest guy or girl send two of your recent pics to awe_nessyahoocom and take part in the Awe_ness brand ambassadorrsquos search As you all know Awe_ness is not just about the external aspect of things therefore we require you to attach a cover letter telling us why you should be considered as the Face of Awe_nessrdquo The winner will be chosen based on the overall quality of the application and not just the photographs Take part and stand a chance to become the face of the growing Awe_ness brand
14 Awe_ness magazine
wwwboxfreshcom ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOPE STORE
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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THE 2012 SCARE (HOAX OR REAL)
If you are well informed you will know that there is big hype or should I sayhellippanic
about the supposed end of the world in 2012These predictions are based on the
calendar of the Mayan civilisation which had an unusual interest in
AstronomyThrough this love for astronomical science they were able to study and
master the behaviour of space objects and created their calendar which was based on
the different cycles of space consciousnessThis calendar then is said to be ending in
2012 and all this hype is based on thatI donlsquot know how many of you are familiar
with the new world order conspiracy of the Global Elite but those of you who do
know will also understand how the Global Elite(Iluminati) operateRemember the
September 11 attacks fraud when the US government under Bushlsquos administration
killed its own people and blamed it on global terrorismIt is the character of the
Conspirators to use what I call The Problem and Responselsquo strategy whereby they
intentionally create a crisis to cause the people to fear and then provide a solution to
the problem they themselves createdBy causing the people to be fearful especially by
using complicated scientific explanations on why the world is going to end in
2012they aim to achieve an element of dependency and trust from the people
This is more like an evil sheperd who disguises himself as caring for the sheep only to
find that he is a wolf waiting for an excellent opportunity to consume the flockthink
Obama
The 2012 scarelsquoas I would like to call it was further fuelled by the movie
2012lsquowhich primierd in SA on the 09th
of DecThis movie is yet another strategy by
the Elite to make sure that indeed people are frightened so that their wicked plans of
world domination unfold as plannedYou must understand that the same people who
own the movie companies also own the science research laboratries and world media
10 Awe_ness magazine
which gives them an excellent way to dictate what information should be poured
down to the uninformed masses
The year 2012 forms part of a huge milestone in the Illuminattilsquos own calendar of
ochestrating events just like September 11therefore donlsquot be surprised if a fake
Armageddon in a form of an earthquake or something created by the Conspiratorlsquos
own scientists takes place in 2012
A phony website which looks very real was even created by the Elite offering
convincing factslsquo on why and how the world is going to end in 2012 They have also
set up a covert Institute for Human Continuity which has now agreed to go public and
warn the world that there is a 94 percent probability of cataclysmic forces
destroying our planet Its website offers survival kits and encourages people to sign up
for a lottery to decide who will be among the lucky few chosen to be saved You are
probably thinking
that this is an
elaborate hoax -
you would be right
But hundreds of
people have
apparently been
taken in by the
nonsense put out
by Sony Pictures as
part of a viral
marketing
campaign for its
film 2012 Dr
David Morrison a
distinguished
scientist at
NASAlsquos
Astrobiology Institute said the marketing behind the film was making some people so
scared that he feared they could harm themselves This sounds to me like the Elitelsquos
plan of bringing down the world population from about 6 billion to around 500
million is well on its way as some people will commit suicide as a result Along the
years they have employed a number of clever methods like AIDS to bring the
numbers down especially in Africa Apparently the Illuminatilsquos biggest fear is the
people learning about their evil crimes and forming an opposition movement against
them so the lesser the people the better
The website that these people created is a big hoax which cleverly mixes real
scientific phenomena with fiction It is very believable because the internet is a free
world there are no laws about lying To give you a background on the scare
According to the website scientists have been tracking a previously unknown Planet
X which is on the edge of the solar system and on a collision course with Earth
Skyscrapers crumble to the ground fiery meteorites smash into Earth and a Tibetan
monk cowers as a massive tidal wave swamps his mountain retreat
It is a vision of the coming apocalypse thrillingly captured in the latest Hollywood
11 Awe_ness magazine
blockbuster Because the whole scare is based on the ending of the Mayan calendar
my understanding is that when a calendar ends a new one starts so there is nothing
really to be frightened about What I mean is that nothing will happen in 2012 except
for a shift in universal consciousness from one Zodiac plane to another Like many
Hollywood blockbusters nowadays 2012 uses a sophisticated PR campaign which
incorporates elements of viral marketing Remember what they use to tell us about
Y2K Same strategy same people same lies to create the same impact The Mayans
studied the stars extensively they were able to accurately predict the birth of the
universe Their calendar documents consciousness shifts or evolutions most
civilizationslsquo calendars were created around the sun exclusively The Mayanlsquos focus
on the sun but they used the sun as a model for our solar system and galaxylsquos orbit
around the universe The Mayan calendar is sub divided into 13 sections (7 days and 6
nights) When time passes through a section a new consciousness is born Each
section or stage of evolution on this level lasted 126 billion years The next level
started 820 million years ago and most scientist will tell you that cells had started
clumping together to create basic life forms such as plants These life forms evolved
into aquatic life reptiles like dinosaurs and mammals The dinosaurs died out and left
mammals and 41 million years ago the next level of consciousness evolution began
The new stage of consciousness saw these life forms sticking together as a family in
order to survive
This consciousness went through all the stages until the next level 2 million years
ago It was during this period that Homo sapiens (intelligent man) developed The
next level started 1002000 years ago and saw the Homo sapiens advancing from small
tribes to societies
The next level started at 3115 BC and this saw human kind developing nations and it
was at this level of earth time that Egypt was formed Each stage of this level (13th
level) lasted 400 years It was during this level that human kind began writing things
down and history began being documented At 40 AD in Rome Saint Paul began
spreading the message of Jesus Christ and this message nurtured a consciousness of
self-empowerment The next level began at 1755 AD and it was the beginning of the
industrial revolution The Maya never predicted these events mdash they only predicted
consciousness shifts The 4th day of this level was when Henry Ford began
manufacturing the first cars 1913 (the 5th day) Einstein published his equation and
epiphany e=mc2 It was also during this section (1924) Hubble created his famous
telescope and discovered the universe is infinite During the 6th night (1939) World
War 2 started
12 Awe_ness magazine
The next level began January
5th 1999 and each stage
changed every 360 days It
was during the first day that
the conspiracy of Y2K began
Even though this never
happened and the Maya never
predicted events just the
growth of consciousness it
showed us that we should
begin to become self-
dependent The calendar ends
on 21 December 2012 it is therefore now a popular belief that the world will end
then The planet wonlsquot end the world will The world is to the earth like your mind is
to your brain They are two separate ideas The Maya are right something will happen
on that day something that will shift our consciousness into new heights Things are
already starting to happen mdash global warming and the economic recession (space and
time) It is quite arrogant to think that we are going to completely destroy this planet
with pollution I wonlsquot deny that our technology has contributed to the global physical
change pollution has quickened the pace of this change but it isnlsquot the change The
planet is changing whether we like it or not The planet has helped clear the way for
different new and better consciousnesses The dinosaurs were a consciousness hinged
on physical superiority for survival It was a good consciousness but it wasnlsquot the
best The planet then changed and it was helped by the universe The combination of
the ice age and a meteor hitting the planet eliminated the dinosaurs clearing the way
for mammals and then Homo sapiens We still have that physical consciousness but
also an intellectual consciousness and these two aspects have been combined to
ensure our survival within our species (the world wars and advent of a global
economy) There is an all encompassing plan and this plan applies to everything that
exists We are aiding the change with pollution science etc Science predicts a polar
shift during the time of 2012 December 21st 2012 will also see a winter equinox (the
longest night) from the 21st to the 22nd of December Astronomically speaking earth
will also be in line with and we can look directly into the core of the Milky Way The
equinox and the longest night will also contribute to the consciousness shift because
our consciousness relies mainly on space and time
So not only will time be affected but space as well I think global warming has very
little to do with the ozone layer or pollution compared to a global change caused by a
polar shift Certain parts of the world are beginning to have colder winters and other
parts warmer summers There is also an electromagnetic sheath that covers the planet
which global warming may be affecting and this sheath is being lessened It is also
worth mentioning that our brains are electromagnetic so this could also be a factor in
the consciousness shift Another factor in the consciousness shift may see the
13 Awe_ness magazine
abolishment of money and the recession is a considerable testament to this
Economics is a complex thing but when applied on an individual level is quite basic
and backward It serves as a very narrow minded way of categorizing people It acts
as a very physically thin and flimsy but psychologically very effective barrier
between classes 2012 may see massive spatial and temporal changes and things may
get very physical so people will be looking out for themselves and not at their pay
slips or CVs It may see the beginning of evolution on a personal or individual level
The TV series ―Heroes is an artistic expression of whatlsquos in the back of the mind of
collective consciousness The super-human abilities are a metaphor I think for what
we may be able to achieve in the near future
KG
THE SEARCH IS ON FOR THE FACES OF AWE_NESS
reg
If you think you are Mzansirsquos hottest guy or girl send two of your recent pics to awe_nessyahoocom and take part in the Awe_ness brand ambassadorrsquos search As you all know Awe_ness is not just about the external aspect of things therefore we require you to attach a cover letter telling us why you should be considered as the Face of Awe_nessrdquo The winner will be chosen based on the overall quality of the application and not just the photographs Take part and stand a chance to become the face of the growing Awe_ness brand
14 Awe_ness magazine
wwwboxfreshcom ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOPE STORE
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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THE 2012 SCARE (HOAX OR REAL)
If you are well informed you will know that there is big hype or should I sayhellippanic
about the supposed end of the world in 2012These predictions are based on the
calendar of the Mayan civilisation which had an unusual interest in
AstronomyThrough this love for astronomical science they were able to study and
master the behaviour of space objects and created their calendar which was based on
the different cycles of space consciousnessThis calendar then is said to be ending in
2012 and all this hype is based on thatI donlsquot know how many of you are familiar
with the new world order conspiracy of the Global Elite but those of you who do
know will also understand how the Global Elite(Iluminati) operateRemember the
September 11 attacks fraud when the US government under Bushlsquos administration
killed its own people and blamed it on global terrorismIt is the character of the
Conspirators to use what I call The Problem and Responselsquo strategy whereby they
intentionally create a crisis to cause the people to fear and then provide a solution to
the problem they themselves createdBy causing the people to be fearful especially by
using complicated scientific explanations on why the world is going to end in
2012they aim to achieve an element of dependency and trust from the people
This is more like an evil sheperd who disguises himself as caring for the sheep only to
find that he is a wolf waiting for an excellent opportunity to consume the flockthink
Obama
The 2012 scarelsquoas I would like to call it was further fuelled by the movie
2012lsquowhich primierd in SA on the 09th
of DecThis movie is yet another strategy by
the Elite to make sure that indeed people are frightened so that their wicked plans of
world domination unfold as plannedYou must understand that the same people who
own the movie companies also own the science research laboratries and world media
10 Awe_ness magazine
which gives them an excellent way to dictate what information should be poured
down to the uninformed masses
The year 2012 forms part of a huge milestone in the Illuminattilsquos own calendar of
ochestrating events just like September 11therefore donlsquot be surprised if a fake
Armageddon in a form of an earthquake or something created by the Conspiratorlsquos
own scientists takes place in 2012
A phony website which looks very real was even created by the Elite offering
convincing factslsquo on why and how the world is going to end in 2012 They have also
set up a covert Institute for Human Continuity which has now agreed to go public and
warn the world that there is a 94 percent probability of cataclysmic forces
destroying our planet Its website offers survival kits and encourages people to sign up
for a lottery to decide who will be among the lucky few chosen to be saved You are
probably thinking
that this is an
elaborate hoax -
you would be right
But hundreds of
people have
apparently been
taken in by the
nonsense put out
by Sony Pictures as
part of a viral
marketing
campaign for its
film 2012 Dr
David Morrison a
distinguished
scientist at
NASAlsquos
Astrobiology Institute said the marketing behind the film was making some people so
scared that he feared they could harm themselves This sounds to me like the Elitelsquos
plan of bringing down the world population from about 6 billion to around 500
million is well on its way as some people will commit suicide as a result Along the
years they have employed a number of clever methods like AIDS to bring the
numbers down especially in Africa Apparently the Illuminatilsquos biggest fear is the
people learning about their evil crimes and forming an opposition movement against
them so the lesser the people the better
The website that these people created is a big hoax which cleverly mixes real
scientific phenomena with fiction It is very believable because the internet is a free
world there are no laws about lying To give you a background on the scare
According to the website scientists have been tracking a previously unknown Planet
X which is on the edge of the solar system and on a collision course with Earth
Skyscrapers crumble to the ground fiery meteorites smash into Earth and a Tibetan
monk cowers as a massive tidal wave swamps his mountain retreat
It is a vision of the coming apocalypse thrillingly captured in the latest Hollywood
11 Awe_ness magazine
blockbuster Because the whole scare is based on the ending of the Mayan calendar
my understanding is that when a calendar ends a new one starts so there is nothing
really to be frightened about What I mean is that nothing will happen in 2012 except
for a shift in universal consciousness from one Zodiac plane to another Like many
Hollywood blockbusters nowadays 2012 uses a sophisticated PR campaign which
incorporates elements of viral marketing Remember what they use to tell us about
Y2K Same strategy same people same lies to create the same impact The Mayans
studied the stars extensively they were able to accurately predict the birth of the
universe Their calendar documents consciousness shifts or evolutions most
civilizationslsquo calendars were created around the sun exclusively The Mayanlsquos focus
on the sun but they used the sun as a model for our solar system and galaxylsquos orbit
around the universe The Mayan calendar is sub divided into 13 sections (7 days and 6
nights) When time passes through a section a new consciousness is born Each
section or stage of evolution on this level lasted 126 billion years The next level
started 820 million years ago and most scientist will tell you that cells had started
clumping together to create basic life forms such as plants These life forms evolved
into aquatic life reptiles like dinosaurs and mammals The dinosaurs died out and left
mammals and 41 million years ago the next level of consciousness evolution began
The new stage of consciousness saw these life forms sticking together as a family in
order to survive
This consciousness went through all the stages until the next level 2 million years
ago It was during this period that Homo sapiens (intelligent man) developed The
next level started 1002000 years ago and saw the Homo sapiens advancing from small
tribes to societies
The next level started at 3115 BC and this saw human kind developing nations and it
was at this level of earth time that Egypt was formed Each stage of this level (13th
level) lasted 400 years It was during this level that human kind began writing things
down and history began being documented At 40 AD in Rome Saint Paul began
spreading the message of Jesus Christ and this message nurtured a consciousness of
self-empowerment The next level began at 1755 AD and it was the beginning of the
industrial revolution The Maya never predicted these events mdash they only predicted
consciousness shifts The 4th day of this level was when Henry Ford began
manufacturing the first cars 1913 (the 5th day) Einstein published his equation and
epiphany e=mc2 It was also during this section (1924) Hubble created his famous
telescope and discovered the universe is infinite During the 6th night (1939) World
War 2 started
12 Awe_ness magazine
The next level began January
5th 1999 and each stage
changed every 360 days It
was during the first day that
the conspiracy of Y2K began
Even though this never
happened and the Maya never
predicted events just the
growth of consciousness it
showed us that we should
begin to become self-
dependent The calendar ends
on 21 December 2012 it is therefore now a popular belief that the world will end
then The planet wonlsquot end the world will The world is to the earth like your mind is
to your brain They are two separate ideas The Maya are right something will happen
on that day something that will shift our consciousness into new heights Things are
already starting to happen mdash global warming and the economic recession (space and
time) It is quite arrogant to think that we are going to completely destroy this planet
with pollution I wonlsquot deny that our technology has contributed to the global physical
change pollution has quickened the pace of this change but it isnlsquot the change The
planet is changing whether we like it or not The planet has helped clear the way for
different new and better consciousnesses The dinosaurs were a consciousness hinged
on physical superiority for survival It was a good consciousness but it wasnlsquot the
best The planet then changed and it was helped by the universe The combination of
the ice age and a meteor hitting the planet eliminated the dinosaurs clearing the way
for mammals and then Homo sapiens We still have that physical consciousness but
also an intellectual consciousness and these two aspects have been combined to
ensure our survival within our species (the world wars and advent of a global
economy) There is an all encompassing plan and this plan applies to everything that
exists We are aiding the change with pollution science etc Science predicts a polar
shift during the time of 2012 December 21st 2012 will also see a winter equinox (the
longest night) from the 21st to the 22nd of December Astronomically speaking earth
will also be in line with and we can look directly into the core of the Milky Way The
equinox and the longest night will also contribute to the consciousness shift because
our consciousness relies mainly on space and time
So not only will time be affected but space as well I think global warming has very
little to do with the ozone layer or pollution compared to a global change caused by a
polar shift Certain parts of the world are beginning to have colder winters and other
parts warmer summers There is also an electromagnetic sheath that covers the planet
which global warming may be affecting and this sheath is being lessened It is also
worth mentioning that our brains are electromagnetic so this could also be a factor in
the consciousness shift Another factor in the consciousness shift may see the
13 Awe_ness magazine
abolishment of money and the recession is a considerable testament to this
Economics is a complex thing but when applied on an individual level is quite basic
and backward It serves as a very narrow minded way of categorizing people It acts
as a very physically thin and flimsy but psychologically very effective barrier
between classes 2012 may see massive spatial and temporal changes and things may
get very physical so people will be looking out for themselves and not at their pay
slips or CVs It may see the beginning of evolution on a personal or individual level
The TV series ―Heroes is an artistic expression of whatlsquos in the back of the mind of
collective consciousness The super-human abilities are a metaphor I think for what
we may be able to achieve in the near future
KG
THE SEARCH IS ON FOR THE FACES OF AWE_NESS
reg
If you think you are Mzansirsquos hottest guy or girl send two of your recent pics to awe_nessyahoocom and take part in the Awe_ness brand ambassadorrsquos search As you all know Awe_ness is not just about the external aspect of things therefore we require you to attach a cover letter telling us why you should be considered as the Face of Awe_nessrdquo The winner will be chosen based on the overall quality of the application and not just the photographs Take part and stand a chance to become the face of the growing Awe_ness brand
14 Awe_ness magazine
wwwboxfreshcom ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOPE STORE
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
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9 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2012 SCARE (HOAX OR REAL)
If you are well informed you will know that there is big hype or should I sayhellippanic
about the supposed end of the world in 2012These predictions are based on the
calendar of the Mayan civilisation which had an unusual interest in
AstronomyThrough this love for astronomical science they were able to study and
master the behaviour of space objects and created their calendar which was based on
the different cycles of space consciousnessThis calendar then is said to be ending in
2012 and all this hype is based on thatI donlsquot know how many of you are familiar
with the new world order conspiracy of the Global Elite but those of you who do
know will also understand how the Global Elite(Iluminati) operateRemember the
September 11 attacks fraud when the US government under Bushlsquos administration
killed its own people and blamed it on global terrorismIt is the character of the
Conspirators to use what I call The Problem and Responselsquo strategy whereby they
intentionally create a crisis to cause the people to fear and then provide a solution to
the problem they themselves createdBy causing the people to be fearful especially by
using complicated scientific explanations on why the world is going to end in
2012they aim to achieve an element of dependency and trust from the people
This is more like an evil sheperd who disguises himself as caring for the sheep only to
find that he is a wolf waiting for an excellent opportunity to consume the flockthink
Obama
The 2012 scarelsquoas I would like to call it was further fuelled by the movie
2012lsquowhich primierd in SA on the 09th
of DecThis movie is yet another strategy by
the Elite to make sure that indeed people are frightened so that their wicked plans of
world domination unfold as plannedYou must understand that the same people who
own the movie companies also own the science research laboratries and world media
10 Awe_ness magazine
which gives them an excellent way to dictate what information should be poured
down to the uninformed masses
The year 2012 forms part of a huge milestone in the Illuminattilsquos own calendar of
ochestrating events just like September 11therefore donlsquot be surprised if a fake
Armageddon in a form of an earthquake or something created by the Conspiratorlsquos
own scientists takes place in 2012
A phony website which looks very real was even created by the Elite offering
convincing factslsquo on why and how the world is going to end in 2012 They have also
set up a covert Institute for Human Continuity which has now agreed to go public and
warn the world that there is a 94 percent probability of cataclysmic forces
destroying our planet Its website offers survival kits and encourages people to sign up
for a lottery to decide who will be among the lucky few chosen to be saved You are
probably thinking
that this is an
elaborate hoax -
you would be right
But hundreds of
people have
apparently been
taken in by the
nonsense put out
by Sony Pictures as
part of a viral
marketing
campaign for its
film 2012 Dr
David Morrison a
distinguished
scientist at
NASAlsquos
Astrobiology Institute said the marketing behind the film was making some people so
scared that he feared they could harm themselves This sounds to me like the Elitelsquos
plan of bringing down the world population from about 6 billion to around 500
million is well on its way as some people will commit suicide as a result Along the
years they have employed a number of clever methods like AIDS to bring the
numbers down especially in Africa Apparently the Illuminatilsquos biggest fear is the
people learning about their evil crimes and forming an opposition movement against
them so the lesser the people the better
The website that these people created is a big hoax which cleverly mixes real
scientific phenomena with fiction It is very believable because the internet is a free
world there are no laws about lying To give you a background on the scare
According to the website scientists have been tracking a previously unknown Planet
X which is on the edge of the solar system and on a collision course with Earth
Skyscrapers crumble to the ground fiery meteorites smash into Earth and a Tibetan
monk cowers as a massive tidal wave swamps his mountain retreat
It is a vision of the coming apocalypse thrillingly captured in the latest Hollywood
11 Awe_ness magazine
blockbuster Because the whole scare is based on the ending of the Mayan calendar
my understanding is that when a calendar ends a new one starts so there is nothing
really to be frightened about What I mean is that nothing will happen in 2012 except
for a shift in universal consciousness from one Zodiac plane to another Like many
Hollywood blockbusters nowadays 2012 uses a sophisticated PR campaign which
incorporates elements of viral marketing Remember what they use to tell us about
Y2K Same strategy same people same lies to create the same impact The Mayans
studied the stars extensively they were able to accurately predict the birth of the
universe Their calendar documents consciousness shifts or evolutions most
civilizationslsquo calendars were created around the sun exclusively The Mayanlsquos focus
on the sun but they used the sun as a model for our solar system and galaxylsquos orbit
around the universe The Mayan calendar is sub divided into 13 sections (7 days and 6
nights) When time passes through a section a new consciousness is born Each
section or stage of evolution on this level lasted 126 billion years The next level
started 820 million years ago and most scientist will tell you that cells had started
clumping together to create basic life forms such as plants These life forms evolved
into aquatic life reptiles like dinosaurs and mammals The dinosaurs died out and left
mammals and 41 million years ago the next level of consciousness evolution began
The new stage of consciousness saw these life forms sticking together as a family in
order to survive
This consciousness went through all the stages until the next level 2 million years
ago It was during this period that Homo sapiens (intelligent man) developed The
next level started 1002000 years ago and saw the Homo sapiens advancing from small
tribes to societies
The next level started at 3115 BC and this saw human kind developing nations and it
was at this level of earth time that Egypt was formed Each stage of this level (13th
level) lasted 400 years It was during this level that human kind began writing things
down and history began being documented At 40 AD in Rome Saint Paul began
spreading the message of Jesus Christ and this message nurtured a consciousness of
self-empowerment The next level began at 1755 AD and it was the beginning of the
industrial revolution The Maya never predicted these events mdash they only predicted
consciousness shifts The 4th day of this level was when Henry Ford began
manufacturing the first cars 1913 (the 5th day) Einstein published his equation and
epiphany e=mc2 It was also during this section (1924) Hubble created his famous
telescope and discovered the universe is infinite During the 6th night (1939) World
War 2 started
12 Awe_ness magazine
The next level began January
5th 1999 and each stage
changed every 360 days It
was during the first day that
the conspiracy of Y2K began
Even though this never
happened and the Maya never
predicted events just the
growth of consciousness it
showed us that we should
begin to become self-
dependent The calendar ends
on 21 December 2012 it is therefore now a popular belief that the world will end
then The planet wonlsquot end the world will The world is to the earth like your mind is
to your brain They are two separate ideas The Maya are right something will happen
on that day something that will shift our consciousness into new heights Things are
already starting to happen mdash global warming and the economic recession (space and
time) It is quite arrogant to think that we are going to completely destroy this planet
with pollution I wonlsquot deny that our technology has contributed to the global physical
change pollution has quickened the pace of this change but it isnlsquot the change The
planet is changing whether we like it or not The planet has helped clear the way for
different new and better consciousnesses The dinosaurs were a consciousness hinged
on physical superiority for survival It was a good consciousness but it wasnlsquot the
best The planet then changed and it was helped by the universe The combination of
the ice age and a meteor hitting the planet eliminated the dinosaurs clearing the way
for mammals and then Homo sapiens We still have that physical consciousness but
also an intellectual consciousness and these two aspects have been combined to
ensure our survival within our species (the world wars and advent of a global
economy) There is an all encompassing plan and this plan applies to everything that
exists We are aiding the change with pollution science etc Science predicts a polar
shift during the time of 2012 December 21st 2012 will also see a winter equinox (the
longest night) from the 21st to the 22nd of December Astronomically speaking earth
will also be in line with and we can look directly into the core of the Milky Way The
equinox and the longest night will also contribute to the consciousness shift because
our consciousness relies mainly on space and time
So not only will time be affected but space as well I think global warming has very
little to do with the ozone layer or pollution compared to a global change caused by a
polar shift Certain parts of the world are beginning to have colder winters and other
parts warmer summers There is also an electromagnetic sheath that covers the planet
which global warming may be affecting and this sheath is being lessened It is also
worth mentioning that our brains are electromagnetic so this could also be a factor in
the consciousness shift Another factor in the consciousness shift may see the
13 Awe_ness magazine
abolishment of money and the recession is a considerable testament to this
Economics is a complex thing but when applied on an individual level is quite basic
and backward It serves as a very narrow minded way of categorizing people It acts
as a very physically thin and flimsy but psychologically very effective barrier
between classes 2012 may see massive spatial and temporal changes and things may
get very physical so people will be looking out for themselves and not at their pay
slips or CVs It may see the beginning of evolution on a personal or individual level
The TV series ―Heroes is an artistic expression of whatlsquos in the back of the mind of
collective consciousness The super-human abilities are a metaphor I think for what
we may be able to achieve in the near future
KG
THE SEARCH IS ON FOR THE FACES OF AWE_NESS
reg
If you think you are Mzansirsquos hottest guy or girl send two of your recent pics to awe_nessyahoocom and take part in the Awe_ness brand ambassadorrsquos search As you all know Awe_ness is not just about the external aspect of things therefore we require you to attach a cover letter telling us why you should be considered as the Face of Awe_nessrdquo The winner will be chosen based on the overall quality of the application and not just the photographs Take part and stand a chance to become the face of the growing Awe_ness brand
14 Awe_ness magazine
wwwboxfreshcom ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOPE STORE
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
wwwpumacom
38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
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itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
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Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
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I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
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Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
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Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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which gives them an excellent way to dictate what information should be poured
down to the uninformed masses
The year 2012 forms part of a huge milestone in the Illuminattilsquos own calendar of
ochestrating events just like September 11therefore donlsquot be surprised if a fake
Armageddon in a form of an earthquake or something created by the Conspiratorlsquos
own scientists takes place in 2012
A phony website which looks very real was even created by the Elite offering
convincing factslsquo on why and how the world is going to end in 2012 They have also
set up a covert Institute for Human Continuity which has now agreed to go public and
warn the world that there is a 94 percent probability of cataclysmic forces
destroying our planet Its website offers survival kits and encourages people to sign up
for a lottery to decide who will be among the lucky few chosen to be saved You are
probably thinking
that this is an
elaborate hoax -
you would be right
But hundreds of
people have
apparently been
taken in by the
nonsense put out
by Sony Pictures as
part of a viral
marketing
campaign for its
film 2012 Dr
David Morrison a
distinguished
scientist at
NASAlsquos
Astrobiology Institute said the marketing behind the film was making some people so
scared that he feared they could harm themselves This sounds to me like the Elitelsquos
plan of bringing down the world population from about 6 billion to around 500
million is well on its way as some people will commit suicide as a result Along the
years they have employed a number of clever methods like AIDS to bring the
numbers down especially in Africa Apparently the Illuminatilsquos biggest fear is the
people learning about their evil crimes and forming an opposition movement against
them so the lesser the people the better
The website that these people created is a big hoax which cleverly mixes real
scientific phenomena with fiction It is very believable because the internet is a free
world there are no laws about lying To give you a background on the scare
According to the website scientists have been tracking a previously unknown Planet
X which is on the edge of the solar system and on a collision course with Earth
Skyscrapers crumble to the ground fiery meteorites smash into Earth and a Tibetan
monk cowers as a massive tidal wave swamps his mountain retreat
It is a vision of the coming apocalypse thrillingly captured in the latest Hollywood
11 Awe_ness magazine
blockbuster Because the whole scare is based on the ending of the Mayan calendar
my understanding is that when a calendar ends a new one starts so there is nothing
really to be frightened about What I mean is that nothing will happen in 2012 except
for a shift in universal consciousness from one Zodiac plane to another Like many
Hollywood blockbusters nowadays 2012 uses a sophisticated PR campaign which
incorporates elements of viral marketing Remember what they use to tell us about
Y2K Same strategy same people same lies to create the same impact The Mayans
studied the stars extensively they were able to accurately predict the birth of the
universe Their calendar documents consciousness shifts or evolutions most
civilizationslsquo calendars were created around the sun exclusively The Mayanlsquos focus
on the sun but they used the sun as a model for our solar system and galaxylsquos orbit
around the universe The Mayan calendar is sub divided into 13 sections (7 days and 6
nights) When time passes through a section a new consciousness is born Each
section or stage of evolution on this level lasted 126 billion years The next level
started 820 million years ago and most scientist will tell you that cells had started
clumping together to create basic life forms such as plants These life forms evolved
into aquatic life reptiles like dinosaurs and mammals The dinosaurs died out and left
mammals and 41 million years ago the next level of consciousness evolution began
The new stage of consciousness saw these life forms sticking together as a family in
order to survive
This consciousness went through all the stages until the next level 2 million years
ago It was during this period that Homo sapiens (intelligent man) developed The
next level started 1002000 years ago and saw the Homo sapiens advancing from small
tribes to societies
The next level started at 3115 BC and this saw human kind developing nations and it
was at this level of earth time that Egypt was formed Each stage of this level (13th
level) lasted 400 years It was during this level that human kind began writing things
down and history began being documented At 40 AD in Rome Saint Paul began
spreading the message of Jesus Christ and this message nurtured a consciousness of
self-empowerment The next level began at 1755 AD and it was the beginning of the
industrial revolution The Maya never predicted these events mdash they only predicted
consciousness shifts The 4th day of this level was when Henry Ford began
manufacturing the first cars 1913 (the 5th day) Einstein published his equation and
epiphany e=mc2 It was also during this section (1924) Hubble created his famous
telescope and discovered the universe is infinite During the 6th night (1939) World
War 2 started
12 Awe_ness magazine
The next level began January
5th 1999 and each stage
changed every 360 days It
was during the first day that
the conspiracy of Y2K began
Even though this never
happened and the Maya never
predicted events just the
growth of consciousness it
showed us that we should
begin to become self-
dependent The calendar ends
on 21 December 2012 it is therefore now a popular belief that the world will end
then The planet wonlsquot end the world will The world is to the earth like your mind is
to your brain They are two separate ideas The Maya are right something will happen
on that day something that will shift our consciousness into new heights Things are
already starting to happen mdash global warming and the economic recession (space and
time) It is quite arrogant to think that we are going to completely destroy this planet
with pollution I wonlsquot deny that our technology has contributed to the global physical
change pollution has quickened the pace of this change but it isnlsquot the change The
planet is changing whether we like it or not The planet has helped clear the way for
different new and better consciousnesses The dinosaurs were a consciousness hinged
on physical superiority for survival It was a good consciousness but it wasnlsquot the
best The planet then changed and it was helped by the universe The combination of
the ice age and a meteor hitting the planet eliminated the dinosaurs clearing the way
for mammals and then Homo sapiens We still have that physical consciousness but
also an intellectual consciousness and these two aspects have been combined to
ensure our survival within our species (the world wars and advent of a global
economy) There is an all encompassing plan and this plan applies to everything that
exists We are aiding the change with pollution science etc Science predicts a polar
shift during the time of 2012 December 21st 2012 will also see a winter equinox (the
longest night) from the 21st to the 22nd of December Astronomically speaking earth
will also be in line with and we can look directly into the core of the Milky Way The
equinox and the longest night will also contribute to the consciousness shift because
our consciousness relies mainly on space and time
So not only will time be affected but space as well I think global warming has very
little to do with the ozone layer or pollution compared to a global change caused by a
polar shift Certain parts of the world are beginning to have colder winters and other
parts warmer summers There is also an electromagnetic sheath that covers the planet
which global warming may be affecting and this sheath is being lessened It is also
worth mentioning that our brains are electromagnetic so this could also be a factor in
the consciousness shift Another factor in the consciousness shift may see the
13 Awe_ness magazine
abolishment of money and the recession is a considerable testament to this
Economics is a complex thing but when applied on an individual level is quite basic
and backward It serves as a very narrow minded way of categorizing people It acts
as a very physically thin and flimsy but psychologically very effective barrier
between classes 2012 may see massive spatial and temporal changes and things may
get very physical so people will be looking out for themselves and not at their pay
slips or CVs It may see the beginning of evolution on a personal or individual level
The TV series ―Heroes is an artistic expression of whatlsquos in the back of the mind of
collective consciousness The super-human abilities are a metaphor I think for what
we may be able to achieve in the near future
KG
THE SEARCH IS ON FOR THE FACES OF AWE_NESS
reg
If you think you are Mzansirsquos hottest guy or girl send two of your recent pics to awe_nessyahoocom and take part in the Awe_ness brand ambassadorrsquos search As you all know Awe_ness is not just about the external aspect of things therefore we require you to attach a cover letter telling us why you should be considered as the Face of Awe_nessrdquo The winner will be chosen based on the overall quality of the application and not just the photographs Take part and stand a chance to become the face of the growing Awe_ness brand
14 Awe_ness magazine
wwwboxfreshcom ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOPE STORE
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
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11 Awe_ness magazine
blockbuster Because the whole scare is based on the ending of the Mayan calendar
my understanding is that when a calendar ends a new one starts so there is nothing
really to be frightened about What I mean is that nothing will happen in 2012 except
for a shift in universal consciousness from one Zodiac plane to another Like many
Hollywood blockbusters nowadays 2012 uses a sophisticated PR campaign which
incorporates elements of viral marketing Remember what they use to tell us about
Y2K Same strategy same people same lies to create the same impact The Mayans
studied the stars extensively they were able to accurately predict the birth of the
universe Their calendar documents consciousness shifts or evolutions most
civilizationslsquo calendars were created around the sun exclusively The Mayanlsquos focus
on the sun but they used the sun as a model for our solar system and galaxylsquos orbit
around the universe The Mayan calendar is sub divided into 13 sections (7 days and 6
nights) When time passes through a section a new consciousness is born Each
section or stage of evolution on this level lasted 126 billion years The next level
started 820 million years ago and most scientist will tell you that cells had started
clumping together to create basic life forms such as plants These life forms evolved
into aquatic life reptiles like dinosaurs and mammals The dinosaurs died out and left
mammals and 41 million years ago the next level of consciousness evolution began
The new stage of consciousness saw these life forms sticking together as a family in
order to survive
This consciousness went through all the stages until the next level 2 million years
ago It was during this period that Homo sapiens (intelligent man) developed The
next level started 1002000 years ago and saw the Homo sapiens advancing from small
tribes to societies
The next level started at 3115 BC and this saw human kind developing nations and it
was at this level of earth time that Egypt was formed Each stage of this level (13th
level) lasted 400 years It was during this level that human kind began writing things
down and history began being documented At 40 AD in Rome Saint Paul began
spreading the message of Jesus Christ and this message nurtured a consciousness of
self-empowerment The next level began at 1755 AD and it was the beginning of the
industrial revolution The Maya never predicted these events mdash they only predicted
consciousness shifts The 4th day of this level was when Henry Ford began
manufacturing the first cars 1913 (the 5th day) Einstein published his equation and
epiphany e=mc2 It was also during this section (1924) Hubble created his famous
telescope and discovered the universe is infinite During the 6th night (1939) World
War 2 started
12 Awe_ness magazine
The next level began January
5th 1999 and each stage
changed every 360 days It
was during the first day that
the conspiracy of Y2K began
Even though this never
happened and the Maya never
predicted events just the
growth of consciousness it
showed us that we should
begin to become self-
dependent The calendar ends
on 21 December 2012 it is therefore now a popular belief that the world will end
then The planet wonlsquot end the world will The world is to the earth like your mind is
to your brain They are two separate ideas The Maya are right something will happen
on that day something that will shift our consciousness into new heights Things are
already starting to happen mdash global warming and the economic recession (space and
time) It is quite arrogant to think that we are going to completely destroy this planet
with pollution I wonlsquot deny that our technology has contributed to the global physical
change pollution has quickened the pace of this change but it isnlsquot the change The
planet is changing whether we like it or not The planet has helped clear the way for
different new and better consciousnesses The dinosaurs were a consciousness hinged
on physical superiority for survival It was a good consciousness but it wasnlsquot the
best The planet then changed and it was helped by the universe The combination of
the ice age and a meteor hitting the planet eliminated the dinosaurs clearing the way
for mammals and then Homo sapiens We still have that physical consciousness but
also an intellectual consciousness and these two aspects have been combined to
ensure our survival within our species (the world wars and advent of a global
economy) There is an all encompassing plan and this plan applies to everything that
exists We are aiding the change with pollution science etc Science predicts a polar
shift during the time of 2012 December 21st 2012 will also see a winter equinox (the
longest night) from the 21st to the 22nd of December Astronomically speaking earth
will also be in line with and we can look directly into the core of the Milky Way The
equinox and the longest night will also contribute to the consciousness shift because
our consciousness relies mainly on space and time
So not only will time be affected but space as well I think global warming has very
little to do with the ozone layer or pollution compared to a global change caused by a
polar shift Certain parts of the world are beginning to have colder winters and other
parts warmer summers There is also an electromagnetic sheath that covers the planet
which global warming may be affecting and this sheath is being lessened It is also
worth mentioning that our brains are electromagnetic so this could also be a factor in
the consciousness shift Another factor in the consciousness shift may see the
13 Awe_ness magazine
abolishment of money and the recession is a considerable testament to this
Economics is a complex thing but when applied on an individual level is quite basic
and backward It serves as a very narrow minded way of categorizing people It acts
as a very physically thin and flimsy but psychologically very effective barrier
between classes 2012 may see massive spatial and temporal changes and things may
get very physical so people will be looking out for themselves and not at their pay
slips or CVs It may see the beginning of evolution on a personal or individual level
The TV series ―Heroes is an artistic expression of whatlsquos in the back of the mind of
collective consciousness The super-human abilities are a metaphor I think for what
we may be able to achieve in the near future
KG
THE SEARCH IS ON FOR THE FACES OF AWE_NESS
reg
If you think you are Mzansirsquos hottest guy or girl send two of your recent pics to awe_nessyahoocom and take part in the Awe_ness brand ambassadorrsquos search As you all know Awe_ness is not just about the external aspect of things therefore we require you to attach a cover letter telling us why you should be considered as the Face of Awe_nessrdquo The winner will be chosen based on the overall quality of the application and not just the photographs Take part and stand a chance to become the face of the growing Awe_ness brand
14 Awe_ness magazine
wwwboxfreshcom ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOPE STORE
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
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many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
12 Awe_ness magazine
The next level began January
5th 1999 and each stage
changed every 360 days It
was during the first day that
the conspiracy of Y2K began
Even though this never
happened and the Maya never
predicted events just the
growth of consciousness it
showed us that we should
begin to become self-
dependent The calendar ends
on 21 December 2012 it is therefore now a popular belief that the world will end
then The planet wonlsquot end the world will The world is to the earth like your mind is
to your brain They are two separate ideas The Maya are right something will happen
on that day something that will shift our consciousness into new heights Things are
already starting to happen mdash global warming and the economic recession (space and
time) It is quite arrogant to think that we are going to completely destroy this planet
with pollution I wonlsquot deny that our technology has contributed to the global physical
change pollution has quickened the pace of this change but it isnlsquot the change The
planet is changing whether we like it or not The planet has helped clear the way for
different new and better consciousnesses The dinosaurs were a consciousness hinged
on physical superiority for survival It was a good consciousness but it wasnlsquot the
best The planet then changed and it was helped by the universe The combination of
the ice age and a meteor hitting the planet eliminated the dinosaurs clearing the way
for mammals and then Homo sapiens We still have that physical consciousness but
also an intellectual consciousness and these two aspects have been combined to
ensure our survival within our species (the world wars and advent of a global
economy) There is an all encompassing plan and this plan applies to everything that
exists We are aiding the change with pollution science etc Science predicts a polar
shift during the time of 2012 December 21st 2012 will also see a winter equinox (the
longest night) from the 21st to the 22nd of December Astronomically speaking earth
will also be in line with and we can look directly into the core of the Milky Way The
equinox and the longest night will also contribute to the consciousness shift because
our consciousness relies mainly on space and time
So not only will time be affected but space as well I think global warming has very
little to do with the ozone layer or pollution compared to a global change caused by a
polar shift Certain parts of the world are beginning to have colder winters and other
parts warmer summers There is also an electromagnetic sheath that covers the planet
which global warming may be affecting and this sheath is being lessened It is also
worth mentioning that our brains are electromagnetic so this could also be a factor in
the consciousness shift Another factor in the consciousness shift may see the
13 Awe_ness magazine
abolishment of money and the recession is a considerable testament to this
Economics is a complex thing but when applied on an individual level is quite basic
and backward It serves as a very narrow minded way of categorizing people It acts
as a very physically thin and flimsy but psychologically very effective barrier
between classes 2012 may see massive spatial and temporal changes and things may
get very physical so people will be looking out for themselves and not at their pay
slips or CVs It may see the beginning of evolution on a personal or individual level
The TV series ―Heroes is an artistic expression of whatlsquos in the back of the mind of
collective consciousness The super-human abilities are a metaphor I think for what
we may be able to achieve in the near future
KG
THE SEARCH IS ON FOR THE FACES OF AWE_NESS
reg
If you think you are Mzansirsquos hottest guy or girl send two of your recent pics to awe_nessyahoocom and take part in the Awe_ness brand ambassadorrsquos search As you all know Awe_ness is not just about the external aspect of things therefore we require you to attach a cover letter telling us why you should be considered as the Face of Awe_nessrdquo The winner will be chosen based on the overall quality of the application and not just the photographs Take part and stand a chance to become the face of the growing Awe_ness brand
14 Awe_ness magazine
wwwboxfreshcom ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOPE STORE
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
wwwpumacom
38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
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arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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abolishment of money and the recession is a considerable testament to this
Economics is a complex thing but when applied on an individual level is quite basic
and backward It serves as a very narrow minded way of categorizing people It acts
as a very physically thin and flimsy but psychologically very effective barrier
between classes 2012 may see massive spatial and temporal changes and things may
get very physical so people will be looking out for themselves and not at their pay
slips or CVs It may see the beginning of evolution on a personal or individual level
The TV series ―Heroes is an artistic expression of whatlsquos in the back of the mind of
collective consciousness The super-human abilities are a metaphor I think for what
we may be able to achieve in the near future
KG
THE SEARCH IS ON FOR THE FACES OF AWE_NESS
reg
If you think you are Mzansirsquos hottest guy or girl send two of your recent pics to awe_nessyahoocom and take part in the Awe_ness brand ambassadorrsquos search As you all know Awe_ness is not just about the external aspect of things therefore we require you to attach a cover letter telling us why you should be considered as the Face of Awe_nessrdquo The winner will be chosen based on the overall quality of the application and not just the photographs Take part and stand a chance to become the face of the growing Awe_ness brand
14 Awe_ness magazine
wwwboxfreshcom ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOPE STORE
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
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For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
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JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
14 Awe_ness magazine
wwwboxfreshcom ALSO AVAILABLE AT THE DOPE STORE
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
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JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
15 Awe_ness magazine
BRANDS HEAD TO
HEAD- TELL US WHICH IS KING
VS
In 1853 the California gold rush was in full swing and everyday items were in short supply Levi Strauss a 24-year-old German immigrant left New York for San Francisco with a small supply of
dry goods with the intention of opening a branch of his brothers New York dry goods business Shortly after his arrival a prospector wanted to know what Mr Strauss was selling When Strauss told him he had rough canvas to use for tents and wagon covers the
prospector said You should have brought pants saying he couldnrsquot find a pair of pants strong enough to last Levi Strauss had the canvas made into
The brand Diesel was born more than 20 years ago and is today an innovative
international design company manufacturing jeans and casual
clothing as well as accessories It is
present in over 80 countries with 10000 points of sale and almost 50
company-owned stores
When Renzo Rosso founded the company in 1978 he wanted it to be a leader a company which took chances
and carved out a niche for itself in its field He surrounded himself with
creative talented people - innovators who like him rejected the slavish
trend-following typical of the fashion
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
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Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
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many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
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IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
16 Awe_ness magazine
waist overalls Miners liked the pants but complained that they tended to chafe Levi Strauss substituted a twilled
cotton cloth from France called serge de Nimes The fabric later became known as denim and the pants were nicknamed blue jeans In 1873 Levi Strauss amp Company began using the pocket stitch design
Levi Strauss and Nevada tailor David Jacobs co-patented the process of putting rivets in pants for strength On May 20 1873 they received USPatent No139 121 This date is now considered the official birthday of blue jeans
The two-horse brand design was first used in 1886 The red tab attached to
the left rear pocket was created in 1936 as a means of identifying Levirsquos jeans at a distance All are registered
trademarks that are still in use
industry Renzo wanted to come up with a more dynamic and imaginative
line of clothing than was available
anywhere He gave his open-minded new designers broad stylistic freedom
hoping they could create a line of clothing perfect for people who follow
their own independent path in life Particularly for those who decide to
express their individuality also by the way they dress
From the very beginning Dieselrsquos
design team turned their backs on the style-dictators and consumer
forecasters of the fashion establishment and let their own tastes lead them It is for this reason that Diesel immediately became a leader in developing styles
fabrics manufacturing methods quality control guaranteeing an outstanding
quality product
Well there you have it folks now that you have a general background on the origins of your favourite brandYou can contribute to our lsquoBrands Head to Headrsquo feature by voting for your favourite brandPlease motivate your vote by briefly telling us why you prefer that particular brand Send your vote to awe_nessyahoocom Results will be featured on the next issue as well as most of your comments
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
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MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
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Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
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Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
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many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
17 Awe_ness magazine
WHICH IS KING
VS
I know that this wonrsquot be an easy one as well especially considering the fact that PS3 has just released their new slim line version I personally had the privilege of enjoying the X BOX 360 on a large projector screen and the gaming experience was in the best meaning of the word phenomenal Whether I think it is better than the PS 3 I donrsquot know I guess I will have to vote just like everyone else so I will include my personal view when the vote results are published in the next issue Email us at awe_nessyahoocom and vote for your favourite gaming console donrsquot forget to let us know why you are voting for that particular console
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
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MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
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JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
wwwpumacom
38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
18 Awe_ness magazine
TEST YOUR GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
Whoever answers less than 6 of these questions correctly should start spending
time with an encyclopaedia because this is some basic stuff guys
Here is the deal Answers will be included in the next
issues and the level of difficulty will also increase per
issue to make it more challenging and more fun Enjoy
1 In the animal kingdom which group is
sometimes referred to as the feline family
2 In which year did the Nazi Holocaust genocide take place
3 Apart from Cain and Abel name one other child of Adam and Eve 4 Which SA famous musician is nick named the lsquoVillage Popersquo 5 What does the Latin phrase ldquoNorvus Ordo Seclorumrdquo also found
on the US Dollar mean 6 What is the ancient symbol for infinity 7 In which hit songrsquos video was Michael Jackson accused of being
irresponsible by negatively influencing young children to behave violently and rebelliously
8 What does the IT term lsquoCPUrsquo stand for 9 Horoscopes are signs of what 10 How many times did the Bushes invade Iraq
19 Awe_ness magazine
EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
wwwpumacom
38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
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itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
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Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
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EXPLORING MZANSI PLACES TO SEE BEFORE YOU DIE The Maropeng Visitor Centre
The Maropeng Visitor Centre is an
exciting world-class exhibition
focusing on the development of
humans and our ancestors over the past
few million years
On arrival you will see a massive burial mound called the Tumulus
which is your entrance to learning the secrets of our ancestry The
architecture of Maropeng designed by GAPP Architects and MMA
(Mphethi Morejele Architects) was based on the theme of discovery
When you approach the site you see seven concrete fingers or 14m high
concrete columns signifying the centre which moves in and out of sight
along its approach The concrete fingers have words on them that hint at
the major themes of the exhibition such as ―Imagine ―Explore
―Contemplate and ―Discover This is certainly a lifetime experience
filled with wonder and adventure
General Contact Details
Tel +27 (0) 14 577 9000
infomaropengcoza
20 Awe_ness magazine
MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
wwwpumacom
38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
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Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
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I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
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Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
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Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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THIS IMAGE
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MOST HAPPENING DJ
DJ DIMPLES
Being a dj myselfI just had to include this feature Remember this publication is
about youth culture and those individuals who are breaking the barriers in their
respective fields In this exclusive first issue article we profile the ever so rocking Dj
DimplezNot only is this guy humble and ambitious but he is also very passionate
about what he doesDimplez is one of the people that make me proud to be a young
South African as he continues to raise the bar for the rest of us
First name Tumi Mooi
Hometown Diepkloof Soweto Birthday 31 August
Dj Dimplez- initially called Dj Tumi when he began his career in 2004 Although his birth name ―Tumi did not appeal to Channel O VJ Lungile Radu six months into his career
During an interview in the channellsquos popular show Oboma A lot of names came up
including Tumiza and Tombstone which were all complete ―no nolsquos Ten seconds before lights camera and action the name Dj Dimplez came up and that was the turning point of his
career
21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
wwwpumacom
38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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21 Awe_ness magazine
This young man in his mid 20lsquos always had a distinct love for music The idea of Djing came
as he attended Joburg held events such as Reality and 115 This led to him buying his own equipment in 2003 and by 2004 he had joined the Wits Dj
Society Cramped in their own minute private room they would often get together and
practice to perfect their skills Although hip- hop was not big in the Joburg party scene at the
time Dimplez continued playing this genre and within a few months he found himself playing for huge crowds
Adamant about seeing his dream through he landed a slot on an urban music station Metro fm The slot presented by Tbo Touch also saw the likes of Dj Milkshake coming to showcase
their talent Currently Dimplez plays on the Gauteng youth station Yfmlsquo every Saturday night
at 1930 on a show called ―Double Up
His career has led to him travelling throughout the country playing at different events
Dimplez has also played in most clubs in Johannesburg and major corporate events which
include ―The Apprentice SA Finale ―Blacks Only Comedy the list goes on Earning his name as one of the top hip-hop djs Dimplez has played alongside the likes of Dj Fresh Dj
Cleo Dj Oskido Dj Sbu C-live Milkshake Naked Dj and Dj Kenzhero
But playing in clubs and corporate events is not the only thing the Soweto born music sage
does In addition to spinning the decks Dimplez is a shareholder at ―Landmynz
entertainment The company aims to bring street hip hop to people that know what the culture is all about but donlsquot know how to expose themselves to the market Through the
company a number of albums have been released including ―Perigo Minas Volume 2
currently out in stores Dimplez says their music has reached people worldwide and touched
the hearts of people in Soweto where he is originally from
Pop Bottles is his latest events movement These are Sunday afternoon events that
cater for all types of people that enjoy different types of Hip hop ―Pop Bottles takes place on the last Sunday of every month These sessions have pulled in crowds of over 700 people
dubbing it one of the most successful hip- hop events in the country
Dimplezrsquos versatility has stretched from weddings to birthday parties corporate functions concerts and clubs Through the love and passion for hip-hop music Dimplez has proven that
his future lies beyond this universe
DJDJDIMPLEZCOM for bookings
As you can see folkz wersquore really rockin with the best so if you want to be featured as
thersquo Most Happening Djrsquo for the next issue send us a short piece about yourself titled
lsquoDJrsquo to awe_nessyahoocom and who knows you might just enter the big time
22 Awe_ness magazine
Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
23 Awe_ness magazine
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
wwwpumacom
38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
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itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
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Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
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I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
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Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
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Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
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Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
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Whatrsquos current in Theatre
Ilsquom not a big fan of theatre but some shows are just worth watching like Bre Rabbitlsquos The lion and the lamblsquo currently showing at the Market Theatre With Gina Shmukler as director
this is a well performed piece about the story of Jesus and his life
The Brer Rabbit stories which originate as folk tales from Africa and elsewhere have found popularity throughout the world for hundreds of years They are the archetypal trickster tales
ndash with the protagonist Brer Rabbit almost always outwitting his
enemies Instead of hitting his way out of a tight situation Brer Rabbit
thinks his way out ndash proving time and again that the wit is always sharper than the sword
The Lion and the Lamb the greatest story ever told will be coming back to the Market Theatre this Christmas season The hugely successful musical play originally created by
Barney Simon and John Kani has received much critical acclaim over the years and in the
past featured such singers as Sibongile Khumalo Sophie Mgcina Gloria Bosman Wendy Mseleku and Sibongile Ngoma
Although the story is biblically-based telling the story of Christlsquos life The Lion and the Lamb
also incorporates vibrant music from a variety of sources including mainstream Gospel and Afro-American spirituals The 2009 seasonlsquos production of The Lion and the Lamb will see
the multi-award winning actor John Kani reprise his leading role in a performance that
brings the gospels vibrantly to life
John Kani will be ably supported by renowned singers Nokukhanya Dlamini and Margaret
Motsage as the lead vocalists Both are familiar with the roles having performed in a previous production as part of the Joyous Celebration Musa Mhlongo will be the productionlsquos musical
director and support the singers on keyboards
15 October - 20 December- Book at Computicket
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JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
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Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
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GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
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64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
24 Awe_ness magazine
JUST A THOUGHT NOTHING MORE
For one to be considered a master craftsman his work should be preceded by careful
planning attention to detail and an extra ordinary ability to visualise the impact his
creation will have in the long term I don‟t know about you but I consider the creator of
the Universe to be a master crafts man for an example consider the wonders of nature
the balance seen in the ecosystem and the evolution of life All this is undeniable proof
that whoever created this must be very intelligent and very wise If this thought is
anything to go by is it not probable then that everything that has happened and
continues to happen in this alleged bdquochaotic‟ Universe an ldquoOmni-scient Godrdquo knew and
willed to happen in advance and could there possibly be a mind boggling hidden order
which our finite minds can‟t comprehend What
if we constantly look forward to a perfect world
somewhere in the future whereas this is the best
possible world there could ever be despite its
supposed anarchy
The mere suggestion that God is omnipotent
implies that He has the power to control
everything including the gruesome killings of
innocent children by greedy men of power
It also hints that He has the capability to prevent
the various natural disasters that have wiped out
millions along the years but He often chooses
not to why
If you could study all the natural disasters that
have occurred in history you will discover that
almost all of them were followed shortly by one or more ideal happenings in that part of the
world Because there are no logical explanations
to the catastrophes themselves religion then
called them the bdquowrath of God‟ like the account
of Noah and the killer storm as depicted in the
Bible What if these supposed tragic events are
necessary for the Universe to stay alive as it is a living thing like us and needs to give and
take away For new birth to come the old must pass away
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
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OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
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JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
25 Awe_ness magazine
There is simply no good without bad and no bad without good either in the same way
there can‟t be life without death
Most people believe that they want to live forever in this decaying body but come to think
of it no one wants to really be in the hands of time forever Eternity has been planted in
our hearts but not in a sense that we shall live in form forever Our formless nature which
is spirit is already eternal and immortal and it knows no time Think about this for a
second right now as you are reading these words you are timeless consciousness that
has always been and will always be To you as a person this seems like a passing
moment in time but to your true self which is the awareness in between your thoughts
this is not a passing moment but a moment that has always been before you were even
born I know that this is a deep thought so you might want to pose and reflect on it a little
If you could truly be given the ability to be immortal you would ask God to take the
immortality away soon after you accomplished all your dreams The thought of ceasing to exist is daunting but the thought of living forever is even more
daunting if you really think about it
Death is looked at as something bad and birth as something good but upon close scrutiny
you will see that neither of them is good nor bad they are essentially the same
If there was nothing but bdquogood‟ in the world life would be purposeless stagnant and
boring In other words life would not be and all of us would be like unconscious robots
without the awareness of a higher power or creator
Einstein once said ldquoIf God is Omnipotent then every occurrence must also be part of his
planrdquo personally I fail to accept that an all powerful God would allow his creation in the
form of humans to mess up his eternal project of awareness People live in constant fear
because of the countless sermons of looming doom and somehow we are made to think
that we are the direct cause of the world‟s mess but how could that be
Where were we say 150 years ago because the mess had been there all along
The radical truth is that the Universe is no place for perfection because life is dependent
on two poles the negative and the positive
If we are to accept Gods foreknowledge and Omni presence then we should stop being
hypocrites and start considering the fact that they may not be real chaos in the Universe
The only chaotic thing is probably our thoughts and how we have been programmed to
perceive things
KG
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
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JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
26 Awe_ness magazine
SHOWCASING MZANSIrsquoS BLAZING BRANDS
Part of Awe-nesslsquos main inspiration as a movement is emergent young South Africans
who are making the mark in their respective industries In this issue we are profiling
Struss Bob a fresh clothing label that is currently turning the streets of Mzansi upside
down If you are a lover of locally produced apparel then you must get a piece of the
Struss Bob movement as it is currently at the cutting edge of the local street wear
scene
We got this special interview with Nthato Modiselle the co founder of the brand and
this is what he had to say
1 What is Struss Bob about and which culture are you trying to portray
StrussBob (pronounced Stroes- bob) is a term derived from a South African way of
speaking and it ultimately means ―The Promise of Truth The StrussBob logo takes
everyone back to the innocence of childhood growing up where the phrase was a part
of daily life when one was vehemently protesting their innocence to drive their point
home And then therelsquos the solemn kind where you made a promise and held the
symbol up to your chest or kissed it sealing the vow The logo is a sentimental one to
me and is to others as well one immediately becomes invested in it because of the
27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
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Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
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Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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27 Awe_ness magazine
stories and memories it brings StrussBob belongs to not only the creators and
visionaries but to the people
The brand celebrates and embraces the beauty of South African and African
languages heritage culture and imagery by merging these entities to create a fresh
way of looking at South African urban fashion StrussBob is not only a clothing
brand but also serves as a platform to create commentary about South African
lifestyle and bringing colour to this rainbow nation
StrussBob is proudly AFRICAN
When the name had been decided the content and visuals had to be sourced and the
meaning had to be simplified into a single
promise which is now ―The Promise Of
Truth StrussBob had to be unique and
new but also reminiscent of the good times
in our past We wanted clothing that serve
as a platform for fellow Africans to engage
more with their languages and images that
are impact-full This has been a journey
and it shows in the StrussBob designs Itlsquos
about staying fresh yet still maintaining
that African edge
The highlight moments for the StrussBob
brand and movement was seeing US
rapper Mos Def wearing a StrussBob cap
at his event in Johannesburg This was a
signal that Africa is rich with creativity and
we as a nation can prosper internationally
especially in the entertainment and fashion
industry
2 Who is behind the brand or rather
who are the main players
Currently the brand is run by myself alone but it started off with 2 inspired individuals
in the earlier stages of the business things didnlsquot work out so Ilsquom currently managing
the business alone and as an entrepreneur Ive learnt a lot about the real business
world and all its ups and downs
3 How long has the brand been around and how has the response been so far
The brand started in 2008 in Cape Town then both partners at the time decided to
relocate to JHB to pursue the dream and focus solely on the business The brand is
young relevant fresh and delivers creativity alongside quality The response has
been great and steadily the brand is growing at a good pace and also we gaining more
and more loyal consumers
4 You seem to be well established in Cape Town any reason for that
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
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many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
28 Awe_ness magazine
I guess thatlsquos where the brand was born and thatlsquos where most of the inspiration was
derived from It was tough then when we started cos all of our sales were straight
from the boot of a car but surprisingly sales were great and we had high targets so we
kinda put pressure on ourselves to perform at our peak Cape Town has probably
inspired most local brands most brands were born there The capital of fashion in
SA
5 Judging from the response Is
the idea of launching such a
movement feasible in South
Africa
Depends T-shirts have become
moving billboards Whatlsquos better than
that A platform to speak out and share
your ideas and dreams with each
individual you cross paths with
6 Apart from Jozi and Cape Town
which other areas have you hit
so far
Currently we distributing to stores in
JHB CT and PTA but we also have
countrywide distribution agents through an affiliation with Brand Guys Distributors
7 For catz who are trying to enter the game what would your advice be
That making t-shirts is the easiest part of the business but building the brand and
marketing strategically is the difficult part unless it comes naturally to you Building a
brand is a business and not a hobby so it needs close attention and monitoring Hard
work pays off if you work smart and thatlsquos a fact
8 A friend of mine likes to say- go big or go home- any plans for a full invasion I
mean on an international scale maybe Africa or even the rest of the world
I canlsquot disclose that yet but Ilsquom working on a few things at the moment so lets wait
and see what I cook up for South Africa first
9 Finally how can people get a hold of you
Email me at Nthato19gmailcom or find me on facebook ndash Nthato Modiselle and
join the group ndash StrussBob Apparel
10 Thank you for taking the time out to speak to us Struss Bob for sho
It was a pleasure my man
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
29 Awe_ness magazine
Divine Encounters with lsquoMiss Brsquo
Greetings to all My name is Sibusisiwe Mdletshe aka Miss B born and bred in Kwazulu Natal Durban where I grew up to become the young woman that I am I would like to consider myself as someone who values spiritual insight and finds inspiration in sharing that with others which is what gave birth to this column I hope that this will grow to become the kind of intimate platform that I intend it to be as we all climb higher and higher in the ladder of spiritual evolution Do ensure that you do not miss my forthcoming articles in this series Irsquom a stern believer of predestination meaning that it is no accident that you are reading these words right now More often than not the topic on spirituality is confused with religion understandably so of course Although they co-exist they are not the same And as I tackle this topic in various ways I truly hope youll be inspired and your hearts will warm up to the new reality of your own realization regarding
spirituality and the ongoing journey to infinity so be blessed As an introduction in this issue I have prepared this awesome piece of writing so do enjoy
Irsquom captivated by dreams lyrics words thoughts and obscure visions I ask myself ldquohow can words make and break- how can they heal and why do they mean so muchrdquo Like an addict runs for crack I ran to words to evaluate and clear my head Itrsquos when I speak to myself that the world becomes clear to me words are life to those that hear them Words are wisdom to those that hear them and live by them And words mean nothing to those that hear but do nothing about them Wisdom Word World-through wisdom the word was spoken and the world was created The power of words lie within the whole universe and that is why the world is what it is today itrsquos confused because the word spoken is not in harmony with the World there are too many words spoken And all we need is just one Word to make a
difference This Word lies in the core of who you and I are
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
wwwpumacom
38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
30 Awe_ness magazine
STORE PROFILING ( DOPE STORE) ldquoDope maximizes lifestylerdquo
In this feature of Store Profiling we showcase the simpleyet appealing DOPE Store
situated at the heart of JoziWe visited the shop and caught up with Andile to get an
inside scoop on what the store is all abouthelliphellip
1 What does DOPE stand for or are you guys generally referring to the
American slang term for hip and happenin
Yes and No because it actually stands for Designer Original Products Enterprise
so basically we have here a double meaning word which epitomizes the
movement
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
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For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
31 Awe_ness magazine
2 So who are the founders
The Store was founded by me and my partner Lungani and we then established an
affiliation with our many suppliers
3 When did you guysrsquo first open shop and do you ever regret doing that
We first opened shop in April 2009 We love fashion so there are no regrets at all
Our biggest inspiration is the excellent relationship we have with our suppliers
and we are constantly working on a healthy liaison of trust and interdependency
4 Tell us more about the DOPE music sessions
The sessions were inspired by the DOPE lifestyle experience as a whole because
this is not just about the clothes hence our affiliation with Zulu Boy also triggered
the sessions We plan on hosting more events because they serve as a networking
platform for artists be it music fashion literature whateva u into
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
wwwpumacom
38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
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Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
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IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
32 Awe_ness magazine
5 Well said Any advice for catz who want to open up their own stores
Choose your location properly this can either make you or break you You must
also have a clear vision with specific timelines of implementing your strategies
Lastly you need some serious love for fashion yeah
6 And how would you define your market
Everyone who loves fashion We are trendsetters as you can see with the store
design because true fashion always portrays the future so you must be willing to
go over the edge
7 Is there space for local designers who want to supply
Therelsquos always space but local designers must also fit the standard in terms of
quality and the concept or idea behind their brand must easily align with the
DOPE lifestyle experience Sustainability is yet another vital factor because
clothing design is not just about T-Shirts Catz should work on producing a range
8 What kind of stuff do you stock precisely
We stock a wide range of exclusive
merchandise by brands like Nike Puma
Adidas New Balance Box Fresh Supreme
Being SrussBob Thesis DOPE Onitsuka
Tiger Notes Black Origin Cyril T FEIUYE
and Vitamin Water
9 Why should people come to the DOPE
Store
People should come to the store because we offer a full experience and not just a
POS interaction between a buyer and seller This is more like a heaven of fashion
as we have created a dream like world of our own that is very real If you are a
sneaker head you will feel like you are in sneaker heaven and the same goes for
every item in the store The whole experience is complimented by the music and
design artefacts surrounding the store Whatever aspect of creative living you love
we put you at the climax of each element
10 Where exactly is the shop located and how does one get a hold of you
You can locate us at Shop no3B 30 Loveday STR (Corner Fox and Loveday)
Marshall Town JHB Alternatively you can email us at
iamsodopestoregmailcom or check out our blog
33 Awe_ness magazine
wwwiamsodopeblogspotcom We are also on face book so you can search
DOPE Store and join the group
11 What are your operating hours
MON-SAT 0800-1800 we close on Sundays and public Holidays
12 Any last wordz
We truly love what we do especially the collaborations we have with different
brands in the various sectors Itlsquos a matter of growing the lifestyle and maximising
every product we showcase that my friend comes with unexplainable fulfilment
34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
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34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
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many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
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34 Awe_ness magazine
COVER STORY
AWE_NESS DEFINED ONENESS OF LIFE
Most of you are probably still wondering what precisely this awe_ness thing is all
about I have already touched base on the explanation in my lengthy editorial article
so this cover article is for those who seek an even deeper meaning The word
Awe_ness is taken from the word awarenesslsquo which is the awakening of
Consciousness from the dream like state of life We therefore consider this to have
some form of double meaning because Awe_nesslsquo can also be a phrase of celebrating
life from the street word Awelsquo This is on point since awareness comes with an
element of liberation and the goodness of life is then identified
The above image is made up of tiny particles that are interpreted by our eyes as a
consequential image We chose this image because it aligns with the purposes of this
article The reality we perceive with our five senses is not as authentic as it appears to
be because in the most profound sense life is one and this realisation is what I call
Awareness or Consciousness It has even been found that there is no such thing as
empty space in the universe we merely perceive empty space because our eyes canlsquot
see the microscopic particles in-between This is amazing if you can consider the
implications of this thought When studying the DNA of everything in existence you
will see that everything is made up of the same primary particle Now if everything is
made up of the same essential material does this not imply that we are one with
everything in existence What if earth softwarelsquo somehow caused us to forget what
we were and thus started seeing ourselves as separate from all life and from each
other as human beings What if all of us are pieces of an incomprehensible Source
that we have traditionally called God
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
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For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
35 Awe_ness magazine
The law of attraction suggests that we attract whatever we think about the most which
further proves that we are indeed one with everything in existence Life is
interconnected but in the deepest sense there is no separation there is just the one
It was from this understanding that Awe_ness came forth because when you realise
from the depths of your being that life is one You will begin to look at things
differently you will learn to love because you would have realised that you do not
love someone else but you are loving yourself There is no them and I-There is only
one The Illusion of separation is a software programmelsquo that we inherited and there
is nothing wrong with it as long as the ego does not use it for its own purposes The
Awe_ness concept is about helping each other as brothers and sisters black or white
Christian or Muslim rich or poor because contrary to our thoughts we are essentially
the same The story of humanity and the mystery of life can only be understood if
people from all over the globe learn to love despite their many differences If a fellow
brother for an example is talented and needs a breakthrough in the music industry let
me help him out if I can If my fellow sister has been heartbroken and is loosing hope
in life let me offer that glimmer of hope and tell her that itlsquos not over yet because she
is me and I am her Let me not judge and begin to accept people of all religions I
need to realise that though we are one our circumstances and backgrounds are not the
same Let me rejoice when my fellow brother achieves something great because that
is my achievement as well
Let me not discriminate by race social status and religion rather let me learn to
tolerate and watch as the very people I thought were my enemies help me towards my
destiny If I make it let me not forget that if my aunt was not there to give me taxi
fare for that interview I would never have been where I am today Let me not take for
granted the long hours I spent with my friend chatting about our dreams even though
the external reality was opposite to what we were saying Let me see with my inner
eyes the grand tapestries of lifelsquos
interconnectedness and see that all that
has happened to me was but a necessary
catalyst to make me the person I was
created to be
This is Awe_ness philosophy people
but whatever you do donlsquot mistake this
for another religious doctrine or
conventional philosophical school of
thought It is far from it this is life this
is you before you came into the hands
of time This is freedom from ancient
formless prisons that have kept you
locked up ever since you lost childhood
innocence Raise that child within you
he has been waiting for this moment of
Awareness As you hear these words he
is moving because this is the language
he understands Though I have tried my
best to define the Awe_ness concept
always keep in mind that words no matter how well put are not the truth but merely
point to the truth Language scholars have since found that all languages originate
from one human language so words are yet another software In his book A New
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
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many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
36 Awe_ness magazine
Earthlsquo Eckhart Tolle stipulates that just because we call a tree a tree does not mean
that we know what it is We have simply covered the mystery by a word Life is a
mystery therefore everything is ultimately unknowable
As Consciousness we are certainly more than what we are told we are but even that
canlsquot be explained in the level of words You know that you were there before you
were born but you donlsquot remember exactly where you were of course you wonlsquot
remem
ber
because
remem
bering
is a
mind
thing
wherea
s you
had no
mind
before
you
came
into
time
As
Consci
ousness
you
created
your
brain
and
mind
which
means
that you
are
higher than it so your mind canlsquot understand you because you are not originally of
earth softwarelsquo This supposed reality we live in everyday is a high tech version of a
matrix Even though it seems like everything is happening externally everything is
happening within your brain which is the central processor of every perceptual sense
Furthermore there is no such thing as solid objects it merely appears solid because of
how our senses interpret their vibration frequency because everything is just energy
vibrating at various frequencies
What you call God is human software death is human software pain is human
software all these things donlsquot exist except in your mind The only real thing is love
which is unconditional and knows no boundaries This is Awe_ness
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
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many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
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IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
37 Awe_ness magazine
ITrsquoS PUMA TIME
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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38 Awe_ness magazine
THE 2010 WORLD CUP -WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT
MEAN FOR ORDINARY YOUNG SOUTH AFRICANS
The ever so anticipated 2010 soccer world cup is a few months away and the enthusiasm is escalating by the day Apart from it being the biggest sporting event in the world which is even bigger than the Olympics 2010 as a year has somewhat become a brand on its own What‟s the hype about in actual fact and is there something genuine to rave about If you understand the divine significance of numbers you will know that the number 10 symbolises growth as it follows the number 9 of new birth With this thought in mind Could there be an authentic connotation about the year itself or is the excitement purely based on the prevalent happening Whatever the case is the soccer world cup will be staged in South Africa next year and that on its own is something to be zealous about Without taking anything away from the event and the honour that comes with hosting it what does this really mean for ordinary young South Africans though I for one was very excited when it was first announced that we won the bid because I saw it as a lifetime opportunity for citizens of this country to share their heritage with the entire world Our country is undisputedly the most diverse nation in the world with a myriad of cultures and what better place to unite the world in sport than here
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
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For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
39 Awe_ness magazine
To show the world how related and connected we are as the human race all South Africans should get a chance to practice their understanding of the concept of bdquoUbuntu‟ towards their guests This could be achieved in the manner in which we generally present ourselves to them as a people Through various art forms like manufacturing dance music and fashion we can all then get a chance to give our visitors a truly South African experience The critical question to ask at this point is whether commonplace South Africans will benefit from this or will all opportunities be contracted to already established corporations If the latter is the case then we really have nothing valid to be excited about because what good is an event of this calibre if it wont offer any sustainable development for the people One of the most valuable lessons I have learnt however is that before he starts blaming and pointing fingers at others the wise person will always start with himself and askrdquo What did I do to contribute to the current state of affairs and furthermore what is it that I can do to make the situation betterrdquo I like the bdquoKhomanani‟ catchphrase-ldquoit begins with you Its easy for us to hastily blame people and our surrounding circumstances when things don‟t go our way because this is part of inherited human bdquosoftware bdquobut change In our lives will only come as soon as we realise that outward factors have nothing to do with it In his Quantum Collapse Process John F Dermattini postulates that for every so called negative circumstance there is always also an equal positive element to it to balance the equation We often do not see the positive aspect because we have been programmed to focus on the negative as we continue to energise it For every cloud there is indeed a silver lining we just need to take the time to look for it What I‟m trying to say is that the 2010 soccer world cup is coming in about 6 months What are you doing as an ordinary South African to ensure that you get your deserved slice of the pie If you are a manufacture of bead work for an example are you inspired enough to take the initiative of researching your market so that you can ensure that you are well positioned for maximum exposure Whatever line of business or industry you are in I command you to start now if you have not already started getting up your back side to make things happen for yourself Don‟t ask me where you should begin because I have already told you that it all begins with you When you look within yourself your spirit as bdquoInfinite Possibility‟ will start giving you simple ideas you never ever thought of This should fuel your aircraft as you begin to fly to heights you never dreamt of Contrary to the popular sayingrdquo the sky is the limitrdquo I say the sky is not the limit and you will only go as far as you believe you can go As the Hebrew bible states ldquoAs a man thinks so he becomesrdquo
KG
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
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For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
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itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
40 Awe_ness magazine
HOW TO BECOME FAMOUS IN A WEEK
Wanna be famous like real quick Donrsquot despair Awe_ness magazine has got yo back Do one of the following and you will be in everyonersquos lips faster than you can say lsquoFamousrsquo
1 Sing your own version of the national anthem on an international
platform make sure you mess it up
2 Travel the world and call yourself Jesus telling everyone that you have
finally returned to get your people
3 Find a cure for Aids before 2012
4 Join the soapie generations and kiss a member of the same sex
5 Become the first black Prime minister of Britain and Usersquo Hope nosisrsquo
just like Obama
See itlsquos not that difficult now go on implementand will c u at the red carpet
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
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GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
41 Awe_ness magazine
So you think you are a poet ne Asazi Awe_ness is hereby giving you an opportunity to get your words out there Submit your original piece to awe_nessyahoocom The selected poem for each issue will win a book by one of South Africarsquos most prolific writers Our readers will also get a chance to either give your piece a thumbs up or down which should be accompanied by some words of constructive criticism So get writing Here is something I jotted down as a way of starting this feature on a high note My Soul Weeps
My soul weeps
For the young ones born into a world of partitions
Partitions of color Partitions of economical rank It weeps for prospect cohorts who will be forced to conform to a mouldering social system
My soul weeps
For the many who are put in psychological penal complexes Causing them a silent slow death
It weeps for the countless souls consumed by suicide because they could take no more
My soul weeps
For my brothers and sisters living in illusory thought daily
Thinking what they are told is real
It weeps for the supposed helpless who do not know the power they possess
My soul weeps
For the unconscious who continue to take life not knowing they are taking from themselves For the tyrants who torture the unique beings of creation
It weeps
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For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
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many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
42 Awe_ness magazine
For the millions spellbound by organised religion
Embracing universal deception
It weeps
For the boys and
girls who are unconsciously
walking into ancient
traps For mothers who will
still put in the ground
their sons and daughters
Due to
unconsciousness
It weeps
For the universe
repeatedly raped and abused by its
dwellers
The trees we obliterate taking away our own life line
It weeps
For the human race with the suffering it brings to itself
For its judgements and self righteous stances
From all angles I bleed when I think of the many that decayed in cults
Thinking they were doing it for God
KG
FEEL THE LOVEWORDS ARE LIFE
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
43 Awe_ness magazine
ISSUE TOPIC Do you think itrsquos possible for people to be in a long relationship without any form of cheating whatsoever from either party I have since learnt that love is the essence of life meaning that even though we believe that material things will bring us fulfilment we later realise that whatever fulfilment we get from these things is temporary Unconditional love is therefore the only source of fulfilment There is nothing as liberating as knowing that no matter who you are and no matter what you have done you are still worthy of love Love as a word and as a concept has been greatly misunderstood which has resulted in a lot of heart breaks amongst so called lovers Most of us have always dreamt of that lsquofairytale typersquo relationship with just roses and no thorns that unfortunately is an illusion That Mr right or miss right with no flaws that you are seeking does not exist The point I am trying to make here is that before we can consider tackling our issue topic as titled above we first need to understand the concept of love in other words we need to know what it is and what it is not True love is not self seeking as it is sufficient on its own it merely wants to give to the other because it is abundant Bearing this in mind our previous understanding of love seems to have been flawed because it is contrary to the true nature of love We traditionally sought filling from our partners only to find that they themselves needed filling People cheat because the satisfaction that they thought they were going to get from their partners did not come and now they were aiming to seek for it elsewhere This would soon prove to be another delusion
44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
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many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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44 Awe_ness magazine
because love was not meant to be sought but to be given When you give love you get love it is a universal law In terms of our topic my personal opinion is that yes it is possible for people to be involved in a long term relationship without any form of cheating from either party It should be noted though that this does not mean that there wonrsquot be any fighting or quarrelling within the relationship True love is made up of two poles the embracing and the letting go the giving and the taking away the blaming and the praising This is a healthy relationship in which two people can get to know each other on a deeper level and thus grow together By knowing the other person you essentially know yourself because we are one The sooner you realise this deep within yourself the sooner you will think twice before cheating as you would be having an understanding that whatever you do you are doing it to yourself Furthermore the law of karma is fixed so everything will eventually come back to you sooner or later As you grasp this you begin to grow and you now see cheating as something that shouldnrsquot be done to the other which is yourself Actually you wonrsquot need to cheat because you know yourself and you donrsquot need to go outside your relationship to fill that inner void KG
Comments to be sent to awe_nessyahoocom We look forward to reading your comments
LOVE IS LOVE IS NOT
45 Awe_ness magazine
WHO EXACTLY IS MZANSIS HOTTEST CELEBRITY
We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
female This will run for as long as possible as we
feel that it would be interesting to see yous guysrsquo
thoughts on this one We will let you know in every
issue on who has received the most votes so far
Now come on get going send your selection to
awe_nessyahoocom
46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
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45 Awe_ness magazine
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We hope that this feature will clear out the
arguments once and for all This will serve as a
platform for you guys to vote for the person you
believe is South Africarsquos hottest celebrity male or
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46 Awe_ness magazine
EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
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many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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EVER WONDERD HOW THE WORLD WOULD HAVE TURNED OUT IF ADAM AND EVE NEVER ATE THE FORBIDEN FRUIT WELL HERE ARE SOME THOUGHTS
Not that I believe that these two characters really existed which is another topic for another day but letlsquos just agree for the sake of this article that indeed there was a historical Adam and
Eve as portrayed in the Bible What would the world be like today if they did not disobeylsquo
God by eating the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil Would the world be perfect
without sin at all and is a perfect world really possible Personally I donlsquot think so Think about this for a moment doesnlsquot it sound a bit coincidental
that Adam Eve the tree the serpent and God happen to be in that place all at the same time
Doesnlsquot this somehow sound like a scene of a predetermined story written by a very smart author Bearing this in mind we can consider that God with His foreknowledge knew that
they were going to eat the fruit anyway which makes this to appear more like a setup I know
that this is a radical suggestion but what if Adam and Eve were bound to eat of that tree whether they wanted to or not
According to the Bible they started noticing they were naked after eating the fruit meaning
that they lost their innocence shortly after eating the fruit If they did not have the knowledge
of wrong or right prior to eating the fruit is it fair for a just God to judge them Itlsquos like placing a 1 year old near a burning electric stove and telling them that they will get burnt if
they touched the stove Of course they would but
why did you put them in that situation in the first place as they are still immature Not only that but
you further tell them that the only way you can
forgive them is if you set yourself up to be killed by the cops as directed by the government
Some people may argue that this was a test to see
how obedient they were but how could it be a test
if God has foreknowledge meaning that He knew the outcome in advance
The apple is a fruit of evolution which means that had they not eaten the forbidden fruit
Consciousness would not have become conscious of
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
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49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
47 Awe_ness magazine
itself In other words we would exist but not know we existed we would all be dumb things
walking around with no real purpose simply put ndashLife would not be life For people who consider the Bible to be the direct Word of God this suggestion is an insult but I am not
writing this to get anyonelsquos approval
In my forthcoming book ―Optical Illusions I fully explain how a place of perfection is not a
place by defining the concept of Utopia For a place to be a place there needs to be the two entities that make up life namely positive and negative the yin and the yang black and
white Without either we canlsquot perceive the other The idea of perfection implies the
existence of just the one entity light white good positive which is why part of heaven imagery includes white robes and light
So sin pisses of God and separates us from Him because Adam and Eve first sinned by eating
that fruit right If they had not eaten the fruit would we have lost the little good we posses because after all we would not know what we
were doing even though we acted evil Ponder
on this
If Adam and Eve did not eat the fruit God would have hired other agents to fulfil that role
because self awareness for Consciousness is
dependent on it By God Ilsquom not referring to Yahweh but to the Ultimate Source of life
The story of Adam and Eve is a recurring theme
throughout the Bible That God will raise up His own covenant bearer who according to world
standards is not worthy yet He will make His
name great Itlsquos a Universal principle that those
who are arrogant and want power will be humbled by life as it exalts the humble
Therefore Jesus Christ is an archetypal image to
show the oneness of life because ideal occurrences happen to those that are humble We are made of the same stuff as the rest of the Universe hence the biblical verselsquo the meek shall
inherit the earthlsquo Arrogance is separating your self from life and humbleness is oneness
which brings freedom
One interesting thing to notice when observing the genealogies leading up to Christ is that every single one of them is a list of either 7 or 10 names which resonates with the idea of
oneness because these numbers also represent perfection or completeness Consciousness is
complete when it is one where people of all races religions and social status realise that they are the same
So the question shouldnlsquot really be ―what would have happened if Adam and Eve had not eaten the forbidden fruit There is no such thing as if Whatever happened was meant to
happen because God knows all things in advance and knew that for Consciousness to return to
Its Source life should be two fold
KG
48 Awe_ness magazine
BRUCE LEE WOULD HAVE LOVED THESE wwwfeiyue-shoescom
CDJ-2000
Professional Multi Player
Features
Multi Format Playback - The CDJ-2000
enables playback of MP3 AAC WAV and AIFF audio files on CDDVD-ROM SD card and USB memory devices
Pro DJ Link - New Pioneer Pro DJ Link that enables up to four CDJ-
2000900s to beconnected and share a single music source
61rdquo Full Color LCD panel and Graphic User Interface - For displaying song titles jacket art as well as detailed track information
and wave form display of each song so DJs can find informatio nneeded to select a song at a glance
Needle Search - Helps DJs instantaneously get to a specific part of a song with a simple touch of
the Needle Search pad
MIDI - Users can assign various buttons of the CDJ-2000 to trigger other devices such as DJ effecters and software with
49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
48 Awe_ness magazine
BRUCE LEE WOULD HAVE LOVED THESE wwwfeiyue-shoescom
CDJ-2000
Professional Multi Player
Features
Multi Format Playback - The CDJ-2000
enables playback of MP3 AAC WAV and AIFF audio files on CDDVD-ROM SD card and USB memory devices
Pro DJ Link - New Pioneer Pro DJ Link that enables up to four CDJ-
2000900s to beconnected and share a single music source
61rdquo Full Color LCD panel and Graphic User Interface - For displaying song titles jacket art as well as detailed track information
and wave form display of each song so DJs can find informatio nneeded to select a song at a glance
Needle Search - Helps DJs instantaneously get to a specific part of a song with a simple touch of
the Needle Search pad
MIDI - Users can assign various buttons of the CDJ-2000 to trigger other devices such as DJ effecters and software with
49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
49 Awe_ness magazine
OT SPOTS-ldquoPlaces to berdquo
By Itumeleng Moledi
If you are looking to sit back and chill while sipping a good drink or just to hang
around the right people while having a well prepared meal Why not do it the South
African way by visiting Sophia Town Bar Lounge There is no better pick than this
culturally-themed bar lounge based on the legendary days of Sophia town and
complimented by soulful African music to guarantee a genuinely South African
experience
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
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IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
50 Awe_ness magazine
Situated at the corner of Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown Sophia Town
is amongst the most sophisticated up-class and afro centric bar lounges there is Not
only is it renowned for its appealing decor but also for its African distinct chic this
place is undoubtedly what I would like to call African grandioselsquo If high standards
and world class service are your middle names then this bar lounge is definitely for
you
Sophia townrsquos heritage
Sophia town became a legendary and symbolic centre for black culture in the central
town of Johannesburg where the focus was on religion arts politics and
yeshellipentertainment Life then was epitomized by dance music and of course South
African home-brewed beer and food
Now the spirit of Sophia town is brought back to life through this awesome bar
lounge with a touch of sophistication and class making sure that the culture of our
grandfathers lives on in everyway imaginable This bar lounge caters for middle class
and upper class individuals who appreciate the classic way of living The menu is a
mixture of modern dishes and a myriad of traditional dishes which will cause you not
to miss your mothers cooking too much
If you are looking for an exhilarating fun filled and yet calm experience then head to
corner Jeppe and Henry Nxumalo Streets in Newtown and savour Lelsquo good life
STYLE AND FASHION by Itumeleng Moledi
Ayoba good people this is Itumeleng and I will be your fashion and style columnist
for this fantastic and fresh magazine Ilsquom much excited and canlsquot wait to have a lot of
witty fashion communiqueacute with you guys
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
51 Awe_ness magazine
I stood for like 10 minutes staring at my wardrobe to check exactly what was in it
trying to understand what I was about and whether my wardrobe portrayed that While
standing there I thought immensely on what people especially men wear and whether
they know what theylsquore wearing This is when I decided to compile this article to help
these modern men not to commit the most dangerous crime that one can ever commit
The despicable culpable fashioncidelsquo Clothes and style in general are an outward
expression of who we are and what we think of our selves so itlsquos essential to wear
what defines our character
This issuelsquos article is titled IF SHAKESPEAR WAS ALIVE HE WOULD
SAY-thou shalt not So donlsquot break the fashion laws by making forbidden
fashion moves Here are a few tips on what to wear and what not wear to avoid being sent to the awful cells of the fashion prison
No shopping alone sales people donlsquot care what you pick as long as you get out of the store
with something so having a reliable friend will help you in choosing the right thing
A bit of print is good donlsquot be shy to go a little further a good t-shirt with a logo or a bit of
printed detail is the way to go Just be cautious not to look like you are advertising a product
Simple and less isnrsquot bad at all nobody wants to look like a punk unless you are a high
school kid A simple shirt some good pair of jeans good shoes complimented by a tailor
made jacket to fit only you- will have you walking with pride Accessorise if you wish but modest a watch or bracelet will do the trick
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
52 Awe_ness magazine
Voluminous or too skinny therelsquos nothing sexy about loose fit garments that appear like you have borrowed them from an obese friend Know your size and go for something that fits
you well but always remember to live that smallanyana space to breath You donlsquot want to be
showing us how big your ass is now would you guy
Donrsquot be afraid of flush a lot of guys like dark
coloured shirts and they either go black grey brown or beige These colours are dull boring and suppress
your mood Get a bit of flush into your wardrobe itlsquoll
boost your confidence We are talking about the modern man phela here
Pay attention to detail donlsquot take for granted the way you throw your scarf the way you wear your hat
even the tie knot can be an attention grabber if you do
it well These put together form part of your outfit donlsquot ignore them
Shoes that say YOU itlsquos very easy to judge one by the shoes they wear and donlsquot get me
wrongIm not talking about brands or prices Itlsquos all about their form and style No cheek
would fancy a guy with filthy shoes that look like they had been stashed away for a decade A
good pair of clean shoes compliments the outfit for a stylish man
Cuffs with spikes one word ―weird please do avoid
Trend follower never wear something because someone else has it or looks good in it it
might not look good on you Trying to always keep up with the new brands styles and trends never works
You need to have your own unique classic style
Brand wary never buy something simply because it
bears an expensive name Check if it suits you and if it is worth spending a lot of money on
Thatrsquos it for this edition be warned the police are everywhere so donrsquot get caught
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
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THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
53 Awe_ness magazine
How to Become a Fashion Designer
Fashion designing - sounds like a dream job right It can also be one of the hardest professions to get into But it can be done with hard work There are many types of Fashion Designers Some work for themselves others work at medium sized companies and others work for international businesses Below are the steps to becoming a great ldquoFashion Designer
Steps
1 Make a list of companies or brands that sell fashion Find out what country they are from Also write what type of fashion each company makes These are called fashion categories Some examples of categories are footwear accessories junior wear career wear Decide what category interests you the most Next start a style file or portfolio with pictures of that type of fashion If you want to add sketches that will only add to your notebook Also make a list of companies or brands in that category as well as your most favourite and inspirational designers
2 Keep fashion inspiration Buy a simple cork board and paste pin and tack inspirational fashion pictures on it Put it up somewhere where you will constantly see it like your bedroom or a studio room if youre that keen on fashion design and have one Buy some folders and file fashion magazine clippings or computer print outs in it Subscribe to fashion magazines like Vogue or Teen Vogue and stay on top of the latest trends Keep a little book of fashion cuttings in your bag or purse If youre constantly surrounded by fashion inspiration the ideas will come flooding in But remember - dont ever copy a fashion piece Just
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
54 Awe_ness magazine
be inspired to create your own
3 Take an art class in drawing and sketching Learn to draw drapery to understand the flow of fabric (how it drapes) Youll start to notice the dark areas in the folds and the lighter highlighted areas If you can find a class that draws people or life drawing take that too If you cant draw real people start drawing from photos Use tracing paper to trace over the pictures of fashion models Then slim then even more and elongate them for dramatic effect Also learn about color and mixing color Know what colors look good together and how color groups are assembled Focus on drawing actual fashions and perfecting drawing bodies
4 Get a mannequin that you can pin fabric on or drape to make designs to see how they would fit a body Draping is another word for covering dressing or hanging cloth in loose folds You can learn about this in a sewing class or through a fashion school or program
5 Learn to sew clothes Take a sewing or dressmaking class Study the patterns and become familiar with sewing pattern shapes Sew for real people (like family and friends) so that you get familiar with body shapes and fit Also learn about fabric Know what fabrics are made from (silk wool cotton) and how they are woven (velvet twill satin) And know which types of fabrics are best for your design (stiff fabric drapey fabric sheer fabric etc)
o Make clothes for other people You will learn a great deal
about dealing with a customer and fitting the human body in all its variations (tall short petite or large) You can also charge money for your work
6 Learn about fashion trends Visit web sites such as pantonecom to see what colors are going to be in fashion Also try to predict what fashion will be popular in the future Check out sites like ellecom or stylecom
7 Learn how fashion is sold Is it being sold in stores or online What are the major department stores What stores sell the category of fashion you are interested in Also learn about targeting your customer base This means knowing the type of person who will buy your fashions
8 Get professional training Many places have public colleges or trade schools with excellent fashion training Research it See if schools in your area have a program in fashion Plan to spend at least 1 to 2 years in any fashion design program Dont feel that you have to spend a lot of money to get this training
9 Seek an internship Ask your teacher or instructor about this an internship in Paris or a at design house in NYC would be a fantastic opportunity
10 Portfolio and Resume When you graduate you should have a portfolio of your best work Usually these illustrations are of the one category that you are interested in finding a job in A good portfolio will sometimes have sample garments too A good size for a portfolio is 14 x 17
11 First job Think of your first job as graduate school You wont be the head designer yet but you might work for himher It will be hard work long hours and lots of exciting times As you work you will move up the career ladder working at many positions and gaining valuable industry experience A professional designer has huge responsibilities and only a seasoned one qualifies to take on those tasks
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
55 Awe_ness magazine
12 Sketch and design Start at home by sketching down some of your clothing ideas on
a piece of paper and keep them in a special folder or sketch pad Keep editing it until its just right and explore with colors USE YOUR IMAGINATION SKETCH DAILY and watch PROJECT RUNWAY
Tips
Develop a working knowledge of design-related software programs such as Adobe Photo shop and Illustrator
Subscribe to fashion magazines such as Vogue and Elle to keep yourself up-to-date with fashion trends Also consider subscription to trade newspapers such as Womans Wear Daily or regional papers such as Apparel News This is what the pros read and you should too
Learn about historical fashion Know fashion styles from Ancient Egypt Greece and Rome through the Renaissance Elizabethan Victorian and 19th centuries Know the important 20th century designers Chanel Dior Poiret and the others
Learn about ethnic or regional costumes China India Africa Mexico and others Know the styles that people wear around the world and how current fashion borrows from those styles
Go to shops which sell materials and have a good feel to them so you know which fabric will be suitable for which type of clothes
Becoming familiar with the computer and research is something that all fashion designers need to succeed Try asking some people that you know who know their way around computers to give you some great tips Cut bits of fabric that you like and buttons and lace etc and make a collage and maybe frame it
Take classes in sketching and fashion illustration Your ideas will usually be presented in sketch form Computer aided drafting (CAD) is another useful skill
Professional designers get ideas on their own time Work hours are spent dealing with vendors fitting models publicity production schedules and problems It would also be useful to carry a camera (it can be a cheap one its just so an idea will stay in your mind) around with you in case you are inspired And be prepared to be- any designer will be inspired by the littlest things so start snapping and sketching your ideas
Be aware of how far in the future the fashion industry works to produce new styles When fall merchandise is being shown in the fashion mags spring or even the season after it is the focus of the designer The color forecasts are a year ahead
Watch Project Runway
Always remember there is nothing that you cant do so dont give up
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
56 Awe_ness magazine
Greatest inventors in history
Isaac Newton
Isaac Newton was born in 1642 in a manor house in
Lincolnshire England His father had died two months
before his birth When Isaac was three his mother remarried and Isaac remained with his grandmother
He was not interested in the family Farm so he was
sent to Cambridge University to study
Isaac was born just a short time after the death of Galileo one of the
greatest scientists of all time Galileo had proved that the planets revolve
around the sun not the earth as people thought at the time Isaac Newton was very interested in the discoveries of Galileo and others Isaac
thought the universe worked like a machine and that a few simple laws
governed it Like Galileo he realized that mathematics was the way to explain and prove those laws Isaac Newton was one of the worldrsquos great
scientists because he took his ideas and the ideas of earlier scientists
and combined them into a unified picture of how the universe works
Famous Quote-The seed of a tree has the nature of a branch or twig or
bud It is a part of the tree but if separated and set in the earth to be
better nourished the embryo or young tree contained in it takes root and grows into a new tree
Great Men Of History
Mahatma Gandhi
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
57 Awe_ness magazine
Mahatma Gandhi was the charismatic leader who brought the cause of
Indias independence from British colonial rule to world attention He powerfully demonstrated his philosophy of non-violence for which he
coined the term Satyagraha as one of the most powerful tools uniquely
available to the masses for lasting peace
By means of non-violent civil disobedience an idea he developed from the teachings of Leo Tolstoy and Henry David Thoreau Gandhi helped bring about Indias independence from British rule This inspired other colonial
peoples to work for their own independence ultimately dismantling the
British Empire and replacing it with the Commonwealth of Nations Gandhis principle of Satyagraha (from Sanskrit satya truth and agraha
request a justified demand) often translated as way of truth or
pursuit of truth has inspired other democratic activists including Martin Luther King Jr He often said that his values were simple drawn from
traditional Hindu beliefs truth (satya) and non-violence (ahimsa)
Famous Quote- A man is but the product of his thoughts what he thinks
he becomes
Greatest Criminal Of History
Adolf Hitler
Adolph Hitler was the most infamous political ruler of the twentieth
Century Hitler rose from obscurity to become the leader of Germany in
the 1930s and 1940s triggering World War II because of his expansionist foreign policy Moreover as the philosophical and political
leader of the National Socialist (Nazi) Party Hitler implemented
government policies based on anti-Semitism and racism These policies became more severe over time and lead to the mass extermination of
Jews racial minorities and other groups Though Hitler committed
suicide in the last days of the war many of his aides were convicted at
the Nuremberg Trials for war crimes against humanity
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
58 Awe_ness magazine
REVIEWS
MOVIE
lsquorsquoThis is itrsquorsquo By Sam Ndlalane
Ilsquom not a big fan of Docu-Films but I must say this one
was really good I was sceptical at first and tried as hard as
I could to avoid watching it but couldnlsquot keep away from
it
The movie showcases Michaellsquos talent both as a musician and an artist This guy
knew his music in and out and could pick up the slightest of mistakes in the keys and
instruments He knew every beat sound tune and the different key notes to each of
his songs I think thatlsquos one of the things that set him apart from his peers He was in a
league of his ownhellipliterally He did have a bizarre sense of style though The outfits
he wore on stage didnlsquot do his grade A status any justice He was like something from
a Star Trek moviehellip or a being from another dimension
The direction of the film was brilliant with the director capturing a side of Michael
very few people knew You couldnlsquot tell that he was a 50 year old when he was on
stage I did however notice that he was much stiffer and slower than he used to be
without taking anything away from him
He did very well in making the movie feel like a full feature in that when one watches
it itlsquos almost like they are watching a musical of the whole thing and not a
documentary
I think many of Michaellsquos fans will enjoy it For those who didnlsquot think too highly of
the guy itlsquos still a good reason not to stay at home and watch Generations
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
59 Awe_ness magazine
GADGETS
NEW MACBOOK PRO
I am not going to waste page space going on about that whole Mac or PC story so letlsquos just
get on with the review of this masterpiece by Mackintosh Since the beginning this company
has been on the cutting edge of innovation and design so itlsquos no surprise that their latest
offering to the notebook market is yet another hit The most momentous feature on this baby
is probably the new unibody enclosure This entails that instead of the configuration being
made out of many parts it only
consists of a seamless enclosure
(unibody) carved from a single
piece of aluminum Up till now
notebooks had been designed the
same which is why the MacBook
Pro designers consider this a
breakthrough in the industry If you
own a MacBook or if you had an
opportunity to explore one
somehow you would have noticed
the quality of the screen display
This is because LCD displays
usually use cold cathode fluorescent
lamps or CCFLs to create light and
project a picture onto a screen
These lamps take up a lot of space
which is why the screen is so thick furthermore the lamps take time to warm up for them to
reach full brightness To curb this problem Mac has used LED backlight technology for the
MacBook Pro which takes you to maximum brightness immediately My favorite feature
however has to be the Multi-Touch Trackpad The track pad has no button because the entire
surface serves as an all inclusive one touch button how nice Because Apple designs both the
hardware and the software for the MacBook Pro itlsquos easier to improve things like energy
efficiency Software tells the hard drive to spin down when itlsquos not in use It tells the display
and battery indicator lights to dim in low-light conditions And it helps decide whether the
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
60 Awe_ness magazine
CPU or the graphics processor would be best suited to the task at hand Thatlsquos the kind of
smart integrated design that sets MacBook Pro apart from other notebooks Therelsquos a lot
more that can be said about the MacBook Pro but seeing as Ilsquom no computer expert-I will just
advise you to get yourself one of these and try it out if you can afford it
KG
THE CAR
RANGE ROVER SPORT2010
Well this is not car torque‟ so donlsquot expect a technical analysis of the car because
though we donlsquot wanna admit it most of us donlsquot care about the technical
specifications of a car as long as it is friendly to the eye This car follows well on the
footsteps of its older brother but is certainly cuter and fresher The Range Rover Sport
reaffirms its status as the most exciting and dynamic member of the Land Rover
range with a comprehensive package of engineering and design changes for the 2010
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
61 Awe_ness magazine
model year The vehicles stylish new appearance signals the transformation under the
skin which includes two powerful and efficient new engines - the LR-V8 naturally
aspirated and LR-V8 50-liter Supercharged enhanced levels of interior
craftsmanship and refinement and significant improvements to both on-road and off-
road driving dynamics The interior has been comprehensively redesigned using
higher quality materials soft-touch finishes and superior craftsmanship to create a
premium environment which is truly worthy of the Range Rover brand
The Range Rover Sport has generated a passionate following among customers who
require the performance and refinement of a true sports tourer but who value the
formidable off-road ability of a Land Rover This car is really expensive so for most
of us this review is just for inspiration LolChikitas one more reason why you should
get yourself a sugar daddyha ha hahellipjust kidding
KG
CLASSIC BOOK
ALLIANCE YA BATLHANKA-ANTHOLOGY
3
I have read a lot of books in my
lifetime and anthologies have never
been on my favourites list but this one
is just something else The book was
published in 2007 as part of the
reunited siblingslsquo anthology collection
and is the 3rd
in the series
What I like mostly about the collection
as a whole is the way the illustrations
have been incorporated into every
poem One canlsquot help but notice that
these illustrations have been designed
by a professional artist who loves and
knows what he is doing What makes
books published by reunited siblings
stick out is how they maximise each
book in terms of layout cover design
and content management These guys
really go out on their way to produce
value for money publications I just
hope though that the local book
industry grows so that movements like
reunited siblings can finally get the
recognition they deserve
Aptly titled Alliance Ya Batlhankalsquo
which means Alliance of Warriors this
book takes you on a journey towards
understanding South Africalsquos
heartbeat as a young democracy The
poets featured talk about issues like
media lies sexuality death beauty and
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
62 Awe_ness magazine
many other social issues Each piece
provokes some deep thinking
concerning that particular topic which
then initiates an inner dialogue I love
most of the poems in this anthology
but if I had to choose one that stands
out it would have to be Avalonlsquo by
Masoja Msiza Well those of you who
have seen some of my own writings
may argue that I must like this piece
because I also write mostly long
pieces To a certain extent they may be
correct but honestly this poem has all
the elements of a well written poem
from beginning to end Its one of those
pieces you can tell they were captured
at that point of inspiration Basically
the poet speaks about death and
skilfully refers to Avalon Cemetery
Though the poem is about death which
may be considered to be a gloomy
subject the poet smartly turns it into a
motivational piece The writer
acknowledges that death is everyonelsquos
ultimate destiny but urges us to fulfil
our destiny and do what is in our
power to make something of our lives
as in the following linelsquolsquo I do not want to
go to Avalon With my talents still in me With my music still unsunghellip
Other notable pieces are everybody
wants a slicelsquo by dlsquokhey and I call it
consequenceslsquo by Sizwe slIf you are
poet or just love reading good home-
grown literature then this book should
certainly be added to your collection
For more info on where you can get
yourself a copy you can visit
wwwconsciousnesscoza
KG
CLASSIC ALBUM
TONI BRAXTON (SELF
TITLED)
Remember when Toni had short hair
and wore those stone wash jeans Ya I
know this woman has always been hot
I remember having this huge crush on
her even though I was only 8 when this
album came out Those were the days
when Bob Mabena and Melanie Son
were still on Studio Mix Vinoliah and
Wilson Nkosi were still on Jam Alley
Yah bossshellip
Without fully understanding the words
one would sing along to tracks like
Another Sad Love Songlsquo which was
the first single from this album and
Breathe Againlsquo Not to mention the hit
single you mean the world to melsquo
which kept my fingers on the rewind
button phela CDs were steal a luxury
that time With BabyFace as one of the
producers this offering can be credited
with giving Toni her breakthrough in
the music industry This was certainly
her definitive album which is why it
made it as our classic album for this
issue Fortunately for us Toni never
disappointed with her follow up
albums which is why she is amongst
the most successful female RnB artists
If I should give a rating out of ten then
this album gets a deserved 9 from me
simply because it is timeless
KG
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
63 Awe_ness magazine
CARTOONS-The Boondocks
LIFE SUCKS
IF YOU ARE NOT YET A MEMBER OF OUR
GROUP ON FACE BOOK WE RECOMMEND
THAT YOU JOIN THE FAMILY SO THAT YOU
CAN STAND A CHANCE TO WIN AN
AWE_NESS T-SHIRT AND A FREE PASS TO
OUR FORTHCOMING LAUNCH PARTYSEARCH
AWE NESS ON FACE BOOK AND START A
JOURNEY OF AWARENESS
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM
64 Awe_ness magazine
THOUGHT
IMAGE WHAT DOES
THIS IMAGE
MEAN TO YOU
CREATIVE LIFESTYLE STUDIO83COZA
65 Awe_ness magazine
GET A PIECE OF THE CORN AMAKIPKIPCOM