Tom's of Maine Gives Back
Thursday, January 29, 2009
We absolutely love it when companies accept their social responsible and give back. Tom's of Maine has been giving back for more than 40 years by donating 10% of their profits to charity and allowing employees 5% paid time off to volunteer. This year, Tom's of Maine has launched Dental Health for All, an initiative that brings everyday Americans and local communities together with Tom’s of Maine to help create greater access to dental care for families in need.In this failing economy there are so many families and children in need it is heartwarming that Tom's of Maine is taking active strides to assist people who need help most. We
at The Mom Salon salute them!"It's hard for a parent to imagine not being able to take their child for a routine dental check-up, but for the nearly half of American families without dental insurance or access to dental care this is an unfortunate reality," said Kerry Maguire, D.D.S., M.S.P.H. and Tom's Director of Professional of Advocacy. "It may seem like an overwhelming problem but Tom's of Maine truly believes we can work together to make a difference, one small step at a time."
In January, Tom's of Maine will donate a portion of its sales for all products towards Dental Health for All and will award dental clinics across the country grants for oral health projects in February. With each purchase, families can enjoy their same favorite products or try natural oral care for the first time and have it benefit not only their family but a family in need of dental health.
For additional information, please visit http://www.tomsofmaine.com/.
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Melinda Doolittle: Still Belting Out Beauties
Monday, January 26, 2009
When Melinda Doolittle was voted off American Idol a few seasons ago I vowed I would never watch the show again and to this day I have been true to my word. A late convert to American Idol, I watched in awe every week as Melinda beautifully belted out song after song with amazing range and flawless intonation. I just knew Melinda would win that year, but as we all know, she didn't. But even though she wasn't a winner on American Idol, she's got a winner on her hands with her debut album, Coming Back to You
. In her signature Melinda Doolittle style, Coming Back to You
boasts deeply expressive songs reminiscent of the musical style that suits her voice best -- Motown and classic soul. "Fundamental Things" could easily find itself in a Tina Turner songbook, even while being infused with Doolittle's deep, resonating voice. And "Declaration of Love" easily reminds one of th
e days of "Fame" and Donna Summer.Listening to the album you're taken on a retro ride through some of the most beloved musical sounds we've heard over the past half century -- including Motown, 80's soul, and with a few jazzy moments and gospel touches sprinkled throughout.
Coming Back to You
is a mature musical effort for Doolittle that will serve her well as she continues to hone her individual style and come into her own. Hopefully, though, with her second album she will create a sound that is less reminiscent of others, but an unmistakable rendition of who Melinda Doolittle really is.-Jennifer James, Editor
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