Read Ebook {PDF EPUB} Of Cocoa and Men by Vic Winter Publix. Since 1930, Publix has grown from a single store into the largest employee-owned grocery chain in the United States. We are thankful for our customers and associates and continue remaining deeply dedicated to customer service and community involvement, and being a great place to work and shop. Currently, we are not able to service customers outside of the United States, and our site is not fully available internationally. (Our apologies!) But, the next time you travel to Florida, Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, or Virginia—make sure you visit the store “where shopping is a pleasure” during your stay. The Truth About Chance The Rapper And Vic Mensa's Relationship. They say music brings us together. For Chance the Rapper and Vic Mensa, their alleged "beef" may officially have come to an end with a single. In February 2021, the Chicago rappers released a single titled "Shelter," along with former Fugees member Wyclef Jean, according to Uproxx . The collab is the first time the two have worked together since 2013. "Me & Vic met at a high school open mic when we were 14," the Coloring Book rapper shared on Instagram back in 2017. "We've been on this journey for along time." Somewhere along that journey, however, the two lost touch. Not only that, but they seemed to be in an all-out feud. The artists' roads to mega fame began in their hometown, where both rappers were part of Chicago collective SaveMoney, according to Complex . From there, the two would collaborate on each other's work, with Vic Mensa lending a verse on Chance the Rapper's "Family" and "Cocoa Butter Kisses," and Chance the Rapper being featured on Mensa's "Tweakin," in 2013. It seemed like a great start — so where did the two go wrong? Vic Mensa said competition with Chance the Rapper is healthy. After both were featured in XXL's 2014 Freshman class, Chance the Rapper's years-long friendship with Vic Mensa seemed to take a turn for the worst. Fans first took notice of an alleged feud between the Chicago rappers in 2016, when Vic Mensa shopped Chance the Rapper out of a picture with Jay Z and Beyoncé posted to Mensa's Instagram, according to Complex . In an interview on the radio program Real 92.3, Vic Mensa dodged inquiries about his beef with Chance the Rapper. "I know beef can get all complicated and things get twisted up here, but I really pride myself on, my entire life, having been a real straight up dude to everybody around me," Mensa said (via Complex ). "I don't do my people dirty." The rapper also stated that when it came to Chance the Rapper, he believed "competition was healthy." Despite the gap of friendship between the two rappers from 2013 to 2017, Vic Mensa and Chance the Rapper eventually reconciled. Chance the Rapper and Vic Mensa fight like brothers. After talking around the rumors that he was feuding with Chance the Rapper, despite their years of friendship and the common hometown of Chicago, Vic Mensa took the opportunity to clear up any beef while on a press tour for his album Autobiography . In the summer of 2017, Mensa told The Breakfast Club that he and Chance fight like brothers. "I feel like that's also a part of my journey, putting this positive energy into the world. Chance is my brother. We grew up together. If you have a brother, if you've ever had a brother, you know brothers fight, man," Mensa explained (via Complex ). "That happens. Especially growing up and everybody is there to watch it. . We ain't supposed to beef. The city needs us to be unified. That's the place that I'm at." Chance the Rapper clearly had similar feelings of mending his relationship with his Chicago "brother." The Acid Rap artist brought out Vic Mensa to join him on stage during his headlining performance at Lollapalooza in 2017. 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If you already have a Slixa account, login using the form in this window to save this advertiser's profile. Mixtape Saturday: Meek Mill, Kelela, Tink, Vic Mensa, Waka Flocka. At a listening party in New York last week, Meek Mill didn't sit down once. He bounced around to potential Dreamchasers 3 cuts for a solid two hours, his pride in his work palpable. He also talked about his desire to stay true to street music in spite of his success. Meek's indeed a rare case, whose music hasn't changed much since his pre-fame tapes While I'd argue the first Dreamchasers tape, from 2011, is Meek's best, Dreamchasers 3 comes closest to following up its glory. The truly electrifying moments here, though, have emotional heft rather than party ether; there's nothing as undeniable, club-wise, as "House Party" or "Levels," but the freestyle from Lil Snupe—Meek's 18-year-old protégé, who was murdered in June— and tribute track "Lil Nigga Snupe" are gut-wrenching. Highlights: Nicki Minaj's purr before her "Dope Dealer" verse. Birdman and Diddy joining forces on "I'm Leanin," resulting in the Watch the Throne of expensive shit-talking. Lil Snupe's freestyle—the dude could seriously rap. WTF: "Fuckin With Me," featuring Tory Lanez, is produced by Scott Storch, and probably the time I've seen the producer's name in a non- cocaine-related context since 2007. Is Kingdom's Fade To Mind label the Mad Decent-in-its-prime of 2013? That is to say, an unconventionally sexy, boundary-pushing dance label that's way too weird to be as widely embraced as it is? I expected Cut 4 Me , singer Kelela's Fader To Mind debut, to be a showcase for an incredible production roster—Kingdom, Girl Unit, Bok Bok, Morri$, Jam City, Nguzunguzu, holy shit—but I was absolutely mistaken. Kelela is the one at the helm here. Far from a vessel for cool production, she can belt it out, as she does on "Bank Head," but she's most powerful when exercising restraint; her gauzy murmurs on "Do It Again" are spell-binding. Highlights: Jam City's slow fade into tape-closer "Cherry Coffee" ( How much time is this producer spending on the intro? ). Kelela's wispy refrain on "Do It Again." Bok Bok's barely-there production on "A Lie," which is just one of many great less-is-more moments. Tink is Chicago's increasingly-less-secret weapon. She raps, sings and slays at both. But on most of her tapes, she's focused on one skill or the other. Her 2012 debut, Winter's Diary , skewed R&B; Alter Ego showcased her rap skills, leading with "Fingers Up". The ballads stole the spotlight on Blunts & Ballads . Boss Up is a return to Tink's focus on clever, rapping-ass rapping. Unfortunately, despite being technically solid, much of the tape's midsection is a blur of passable but unmemorable tracks. I'll happily wait for something stickier though, that finds the happy medium between rap and R&B that could be Tink's sweet spot. Even if Boss Up isn't the one, she's just too talented not to nail it eventually. Highlights: "Reasons," a showcase how nimbly Tink flips from singing to rapping within a smooth, sexy framework. "Kilo," her collaboration with ascendent drill babyfaces Lil Herb and Lil Bibby. WTF: On "Handle Me" she spits, I'm back like a tramp stamp . I mean, true? Vic Mensa, INNANETAPE , September 30, 2013. Vic Mensa, formerly of Chicago sometimes-rap group Kids These Days, essentially got put on as a solo artist by friend and Save Money crew member Chance the Rapper. His verse on "Cocoa Butter Kisses" is probably why most people downloaded INNANETAPE . If you like Chance (and the crop of young, artsy Chicago rappers who probably don't intend to be marketed as the anti-drill but undoubtedly get painted that way), you're bound to like Mensa too. I actually prefer INNANETAPE to Chance's Acid Rap . Mensa's voice is smoother, with all the quirks but less of the twitchiness. Some of the verses here fall into the "rapping really fast means I'm good, right?" trap. That's a shame—some hilarious, great lines almost get lost in the blur. But Mensa's a smart, honest rapper. With lines like They made a list about Chicago rappers and they skipped me , on "Orange Soda," you start to get to know him. Highlights: Michael Uzowuru’s bass-rattling beat for "Tweakin." The super-catchy hook of "YNSP," sung by UK Disclosure collaborator Eliza Doolittle. Ab-Soul's verse on "Holy Holy," where he shows the kids how to really do the hyper-contemplative stoner thing. WTF: When Mensa raps Comeback season, Drake in a peacoat on "Lovely Day." Waka Flocka Flame, Roaches to Rollies , October 4, 2013. Hadn't you hoped that Flocka and Gucci's falling out would be patched up by now? As devastating as their breakup is, it's prompted some great music from both sides. I'd argue that Flocka's 2013 output doesn't really hold a candle to Guwop's, but he sounds revived on Roaches to Rollies . It sucks that it took controversy to get him to rap like he means it again, but he's got shit to get off his chest here, and it shows. (Papoose, this is how you do "beef" in 2013.) Highlights: Flocka scowling Stop Instagramming your traphouse on "Going Off." The beat on "Alpo"—has Fade To Mind been lacing Flocka too? The bitter explosiveness of "Obituary" and "Fuck Shit." WTF: I really can't look at this album art without shuddering. How to Get Rid of Phlegm and Mucus in Your Chest. Have you ever had a stuffy nose? It happens when the tissues and blood vessels in and around your nose get swollen with fluid and mucus. That makes your nose feel clogged. The same thing happens in your chest when it fills with phlegm. Some mucus in your airways is a good thing. You need it to protect and moisturize your tissues. But congestion means there’s too much mucus in your body. It builds up when you have a cold, irritated sinuses, or allergies, or when you breathe in smoke or pollutants. Long-term conditions such as cystic fibrosis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or asthma can also cause mucus buildup. Here is information you can use to help you deal with it. Remedies for Clearing Mucus From Your Chest. Most of the time, you don’t need a prescription to take care of congestion. Here are a few things that can help you clear your chest: Humidifiers: These small appliances fill the air with water vapor and moisturize your nose and throat. That helps combat the dry air that could be causing the problem. Your body makes thicker mucus (and more of it) to soothe dryness. When humidifiers moisturize your nose and throat, your body won’t create as much mucus. Hydration: Drink plenty of water when you’re congested. It’ll help loosen the mucus. If you’re dehydrated, the mucus will become dehydrated too. That makes it thicker and harder to get out of your body. So avoid drinks like alcohol, coffee, and other caffeinateddrinks. Exercise: Walking quickly, biking, or jogging can help loosen the buildup in your chest. That will make it easier to cough up. But, since congestion usually comes with sickness, your body also needs to rest to get better. So, don’t wear yourself out. If you have a condition that causes you to make more mucus when you exercise, such as exercise-induced asthma, you may want to try a different remedy or technique. Expectorants: These medications thin mucus, which can help you get it out of your system. Guaifenesin is the only over-the-counter expectorant. It has the same effect as drinking more liquids. You’ll find it in brands like Mucinex and Robitussin. Vapor rubs: These don’t cure the problem. But, they can help soothe the symptoms of congestion. Vicks VapoRub, perhaps the best known one, combines cough suppressants and pain relievers. The active ingredients are camphor, eucalyptus oil, and menthol. You rub it on your throat and chest to let the vapor reach your nose and mouth. Decongestants: These medications narrow your blood vessels. This helps open airways. When air can pass through more easily, mucus dries up. The two most common decongestant ingredients are pseudoephedrine (found in Sudafed) and phenylephrine. You may want to take decongestants in the morning. They can raise your blood pressure and heart rate. They may also keep you awake. Essential oils: People use essential oils to help treat a range of illnesses, including sinus infections and chest colds. Limited research shows they may have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. So, if you breathe in the vapors of the oils, it may help drain your sinuses. To make your own vapor rub, dilute an essential oil in water or another oil and put the mixture directly onto your skin. A few essential oils that may help congestion include: Oregano Thyme Frankincense Eucalyptus. Here’s how to mix it: Infants: 1 drop of essential oil with 4 teaspoons water or carrier oil Toddlers: 1 drop of essential oil with 2 teaspoons water or carrier oil Older children and adults: 1 drop of essential oil with 1 teaspoon of water or carrier oil. Always test the mixture on a small part of your skin to check for irritation. You can also add drops to a diffuser or steaming water and breathe in the scent. Follow the directions that come with the diffuser. But first, and always, check with your doctor before using any essential oils. Some are not safe to use on or around children. Store all essential oils and preparations in childproof containers out of reach. Just a tiny amount of essential oil can be poisonous if you or a child swallows it. Researchers have also found that some essential oils can disrupt the hormones in the body. They don’t know how this might affect children or adults. Allergic reactions are also possible. Special Coughing Techniques. There are a couple of airway clearance methods you can try to clear your chest. These are especially helpful for everyday buildup. Your doctor may recommend them and demonstrate them for you. Deep cough: To deep cough, you’ll take a deep breath, hold it for a few seconds, then use your abs to push out the air. But try not to hack or clear your throat. Huff cough: If the deep cough doesn’t help, you may want to try a huff cough. Take a deep breath through your nose, then use your abs to breathe out of your mouth in three short huffs. This puts air behind the mucus to pull it away from the lung wall. It should be easier to cough up after a few repetitions. Is Congestion Serious? Most of the time, congestion is just uncomfortable. It may cause a cough or a sore throat. 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