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Let’s Pause for a Cause with Joyful Joy

With so many events going on in the city, it’s always exciting to be on the scene where there’s a party with a purpose! On Tuesday, May 22, Joyful Joy Foundation was launched at the XL Lounge in New York, NY. Osas Ighodaro, actress and former Miss Black USA 2010, founded Joyful Joy to sustainably transform the lives of people living under the poverty line in Africa, one community at a time.

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A One on One Conversation with Tamika Jett

It’s National Physical Fitness and Sports Month!!! Always a great time to promote healthy living and work out with various fitness styles!!! Listen to my latest adventure as I have a One on One Conversation with Founder/Choreographer of Passion Dance Center, Ms. Tamika Jett! Read the rest of this entry

What Have ‘I’ Done For Me Lately!

While fortunate enough to have experienced another run of the week with various adventures, I made time to do something for me! Maybe because the song “What Have You Done For Me Lately” by Janet Jackson came on rotation this week and of course the song stayed in my head all week long! So I started thinking, “All that Jazz, what have you done for YOURSELF lately?”

Play my favorite sport … TENNIS

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The Law of Numbers

Activities from this week gave me the opportunity to reflect on the possibilities of one’s experiences during their journey. As my adventures to various happenings in the city allowed me to meet a diverse crowd of people who had intriguing stories about their ultimate goals, I started thinking about the course of life. One of my favorite quotes from the movie “Forrest Gump” explains just how mysterious life can be with the unforgettable saying from Forrest which goes, “Life is like a box of chocolates…you never know what you’re gonna get.” Whether in personal or professional endeavors, there are some instances, which may happen in our life that can detour us from pursing our ultimate goal.

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A One on One Conversation with Gary Anthony Sturgis

Listen to my latest adventure as I have a One on One Conversation with the multi-talented actor, writer, producer, and director, Mr. Gary Anthony Sturgis! Gary tells his story on how he started his career in the entertainment industry, shares his latest projects where his roles are lightened up from the norm, and gives advice on how to break into this industry! Get ready for this engaging adventure as we talk about his career and developing roles in the entertainment industry!  Read the rest of this entry

Darrin Henson Reveals “Intimate Thoughts” Book in NYC!

As spring keeps on blossoming, people are also blossoming, talking, and promoting for different events, and you just never know who might pop up in the Big Apple to get the buzz out in the crowd! Native New Yorker Darrin Henson, acclaimed actor, producer, choreographer, philanthropist, and recent NAACP Image Award nominee, graced his presence as host for The JI Group After-Work Networking Mixer held on Monday, April 2, 2012 at the Skyroom in the heart of NYC!

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Celebrating the Sista Within!

There was no better way I could have spent the day than to end Women’s History month by Celebrating the Sista Within at the 5th Annual Sista 2 Sista Youth Summit, Saturday, March 31, 2012 at the St. Francis College in Brooklyn, NY.  An empowering filled day of celebrations included engaging workshops, reflective activities which addressed issues that are faced in the lives of youth, and uplifting live entertainment helped make this event a memorable one that will leave a mark in the young girl attendees lives and give them new light as enter the real world!

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You Gotta Make it Happen!

Dear friends,

A recent trip to the Sunshine State is all I needed to revitalize my spirit and relieve me from the hustle and bustle of the city. The humidity, greeting from loved ones, authentic southern treats no one can beat, palm trees, and flowing waters made me realize there’s no place like home!

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What’s Love Got to Do With It?! Part II

It’s been three weeks into my 30-Day Self-Love Challenge and for those who missed my first post, the challenge gives an opportunity for individuals to choose themselves first. Not to be selfish in loving only themselves, but in the end of the challenge to carry the love they have for themselves and help others.

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What’s Love Got to Do With It?!

What better way to begin 2012 than to kick off the year with a 30-Day Self- Love Challenge! This challenge created by Akua Soadwa @akuasoadwa, Founder & Director of Gye Nyame Empowerment Project, gives an opportunity for individuals to choose themselves first. Not to be selfish in loving only themselves, but in the end of the challenge to carry the love they have for themselves and help others.

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