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Georgia single mother of three, Kenyatta Bell confident 'justice will be served' amid home-buying deal gone bad
October 15, 2019 Andre Johnson
Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you; But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. (1 Peter 4:12-13 NIV)
BUT GOD — For Kenyatta Bell and her family, it seemed that buying a home by Freddie Mac had been a mostly discomforting and disheartening experience, to say the least. In 2018, Bell was informed that her home was sold to her illegally through Freddie Mac.
Terry Jermaine Compton and Kenyatta Nichelle Bell enjoyed a mostly healthy marriage, a union that lasted nearly two decades — 19 years and two days to put it more precisely.
Even when the coupled deemed it essential to go their separate ways, amongst the things Terry and Kenyatta agreed is that they wanted what was best for their children, particularly a safe and comfortable place to call home.
"I was so excited for getting my dream home for Mother's Day from Terry," Bell, during a recent exclusive interview with Making Headline News, said, recalling the joy and splendor that essentially had overtaken her family when the Comptons moved into their 2,700-square-feet dream home years before the untimely passing of her former husband at the age of 44.
While savoring their home at 20 Fairway Oaks in suburban Waverly, Georgia undoubtedly was a dream come true Bell and her children, such an awe-inspiring fantasy was all but shattered amid an unlikely discovery, one that, by all accounts, essentially haunts Bell and Co. to this day.
In 2018, Bell was informed that her home was sold to her illegally by Freddie Mac.
A government-owned corporation that buys mortgages and packages them into mortgage-backed securities, Freddie Mac's official title is the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (or FHLMC). According to a report at https://www.thebalance.com/what-is-freddie-mac-3305985, banks typically use the funds received from Freddie Mac to make new loans to homebuyers.
As a result, that essentially boosts the housing market and allows more Americans to become homeowners.
WE ARE FAMILY — "I was so excited for getting my dream home for Mother's Day from Terry," Bell, during a recent exclusive interview with Making Headline News, said, recalling the joy and splendor that essentially had overtaken her family when they moved into their 2,700 square feet dream home years before the untimely passing of her former husband, Terry Jermaine Compton (far right in image) at the age of 44.
Generally, the report cites, FHLMC gives banks the ability to create 30-year mortgages, and without Freddie Mac, the banks would have to keep the loans on their books for 30 years, thus tying up too much money — something mortgage experts say is "too risky."
Bell and her then-husband purchased their home in May 2011 and were represented by longtime licensed realtor Kimberly Watson of Magnolia Realty, which is owned by Cecily Hill.
"We purchased our home from Freddie Mac, which was represented by a local realtor…whom I cannot recall," Bell said.
The closing attorney for the home was former attorney and current judge, Robert Sweat, and the home was financed by Silverton Mortgage, which sold to BB&T and is considered guaranteed by the VA, Bell said.
'IT'S ABOVE ME NOW'
Asked what was her initial reaction upon learning that a certificate of occupancy never emerged, Bell said: "I didn't understand how this could happen to us, because we hired professionals. Our real estate company was owned by a previous state representative.
"We had all of these licensed and/or licensed professionals representing our family in the purchased of our home which was not inspected, did not have a final inspection, did not and currently doesn't have a certificate of occupancy, has always and remains to be unlivable, and has been and currently illegal to live in," Bell acknowledged.
For Bell and her family, it seemed that buying a home through Freddie Mac had become a mostly discomforting and disheartening experience, to say the least.
"Freddie Mac sold us the home without a certificate of occupancy and didn't tell us," Bell told MHN. "To make it worse, they are trying to hide behind (this ordeal), but (they've) put my family's lives in danger for seven years."
According to Bell, Heritage Bank officials executed the construction loan and that the Bank of Georgia in Augusta was the first lending institution that was responsible for having originated the mortgage without a certificate of occupancy.
As Bell explained, the rash of issues surrounding her home purchase was initiated by Heritage Bank, located at 392 Charlie Smith Sr. Highway in nearby St Mary's, Georgia.
Bell recently met with John Myers, an attorney for Camden County, about the ongoing issues surrounding her home. To no avail, she senses that things are at a constant standstill.
Calls by Making Headline News to Myers on Monday and late last week weren't immediately returned.
As if the ongoing and seemingly insurmountable problems surrounding the certificate of occupancy weren't enough to frustrate Bell and her family, they began to discover a variety of damages inside of their residence.
As if the ongoing and seemingly insurmountable problems surrounding the certificate of occupancy weren't enough to frustrate Bell and her family, they subsequently began to discover a variety of damages inside of their residence.
"Actually, we couldn't see damages, but we started experiencing problems with the HVAC unit and other small things within a few months, but we thought it was because no one had ever lived there," Bell said.
All things considered, the entire matter surrounding Bell's home purchase was a bad deal that apparently had become worse.
"Our closing attorney is now the probate judge," Bell continued. "Our lender had the inspection completed and our loan is a VA loan. After all we've been through and now we can't live in our home. I began begging for help, but I had to research and get knowledge and understanding myself."
While Bell believes that something will ultimately be done about an ordeal that resulted in her and having her family having to live at a local hotel and then with her "spiritual sister," Gina Fernandez Beverly, this accomplished Georgia businesswoman is confident "justice will be served" and that she will eventually reap some much-anticipated beauty for all of her ashes.
While Bell believes that something will ultimately be done about an ordeal that resulted in her and having her family having to live at a local hotel and then with her "spiritual sister," Gina Fernandez Beverly, this accomplished Georgia businesswoman is confident "justice will be served" and that she will eventually reap beauty for all of her ashes.
"I want to bring awareness to what happened to our family, but I also want to encourage people to trust God, keep the faith, and be strong no matter what their situation looks like," said Bell, whose has two sons, both of whom are college football players. "My daughter was writing her book while our family was going through this situation and my boys were fighting through producing on the field and all three in the (college) classroom. During this storm is when Epic Life was birthed."
A native of Gay, Georgia, Bell is the catalyst for the Epic Management Group, an Atlanta-area ministry that was spearheaded on an area radio station and is aired by way of a slew of airwaves.
Widely regarded as Epic Life Ministry, this company has also launched a social media teaching — a segment that's collectively conducted by Epic Life staffers: Gina Beverly, Danielle Sunderhouse and Corey Watts — whereby it has garnered a global audience.
Interestingly, Epic Management Group has partnered with St. Marys radio station to host an array of what company officials describe as "epic life experiences," most notably for middle and high school students.
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Maryland businesswoman Dee Bowden defies toughest odds with startup of BCS Solutions
July 3, 2019 Andre Johnson
Now unto Him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us. (Ephesians 3:20 KJV)
CASH FLOW SOLUTION
GOD'S PLAN — A credible business that accommodates different age groups — most notably individuals ranging in the age bracket of 45-and-up — Dee Bowden's BCS Solutions emerged amid her tenure for Amherst Technologies Merrimack New Hampshire, a small IT company, during which she worked as a part-time collections clerk.
For Dee Bowden, 2016 essentially proved to be a defining moment, of sorts, in her tenure as a rising businesswoman.
That was, in fact, the year during which Bowden, an accomplished revenue recovery consultant, was recognized by the United States Coast Guard Headquarters for having recovered $7.5 million in a span of just one year.
For what it's worth, such a feat, by all accounts, is what has fueled Bowden's fervent desire to establish BCS Solutions, her Frederick, Maryland-based company that's centered largely recovering what Bowden refers to as "old and owed" money.
"I enjoy speaking about the subject of cash flow and its impact on one's business, positively or negatively," Bowden, 57 told Making Headline News this week. "I love seeing how God gave me an idea to share the message, 'How Secure Is Your Cash Flow.'"
A credible business that accommodates various age groups — most notably individuals ranging in the age bracket of 45-and-up — Bowden's BCS Solutions emerged amid her tenure for Amherst Technologies Merrimack New Hampshire, a small IT company, during which she worked as a part-time collections clerk.
As Bowden explained, she recalls just how it all unfolded, a development she sensed was the prelude to a banner career, courtesy of her business-related heroics that caught the attention of the United States Coast Guard.
"They had $8 million in sales on the books, but not in the bank," Bowden recalled. "I was assigned those accounts to collect the past due receivables."
IN GOOD COMPANY — As Bowden explained, she recalls just how it all unfolded, a development she sensed was the prelude to a banner career, courtesy of her business-related heroics that caught the attention of the United States Coast Guard.
Then much to the delight of this resilient and resourceful businesswoman, the unthinkable had ultimately transpired.
"I successfully collected $6 million in 60 days working part time," — Maryland Businesswoman Dee Bowden
As Bowden explained, it wasn't longer thereafter that what seemed to be a much-needed turning point for a small IT company had eventually turned into an unlikely dead end.
"As phenomenal as that was, two months before Christmas, the CEO called us all together and said the following: 'Thanks so much for all of the hard work. Unfortunately we have made a business decision to close down Amherst Technologies, and you have 30 minutes to grab your things and leave."
For Bowden, such a shocking, tear-jerking development seemed difficult to stomach, this after she helped propelled the company to a much-needed breakthrough.
"It was a devastating time to go through," she said. "It taught me a valuable lesson as a future business owner…to make sure you know the state of your flocks…sales, contracts, invoices and receivables. No business will last long without sales, contracts, accounts payable, and accounts receivables."
PURCHASE DEE'S BOOK HERE: bit.ly/elevation2019
A little more than three years removed from such a downtrodden turn of events, Bowden essentially has captured a new lease on life as the face of BCS Solutions, a company that is making a strong case to emerge as a national fixture much sooner than later.
Amongst the reasons is that Bowden's company has given way to an array of golden opportunities, which included her having served as a (virtual speaker) at Success Women's Conference 2018, an event that included appearances by Robin Roberts of ABC's Good Morning America and Lisa Nichols and the Millionairess Conference held by Dr. Jewel Tankard in 2019.
In addition, Dee has been a featured guest on several podcasts and radio shows such as Life Transformation Radio and the Swift Kick Radio Show.
Interesting the startup of her business allowed her to take part in Women Future Conference 2018.
A receivables management stint that spans more than a decade, Bowden also is crafty and gifted author, whose anthology entitled, "Entrepreneurial Elevation: 30 Lessons To Improve Your Impact Influence and Income," is just days away from its release.
"My personal mission for doing this work is to share the message and change the conversation around collections and cash flow and revenue in one's business," Bowden, a native of Boston, said. "I know from personal experience that getting paid on time for your products or services is very important. I do this work, because I don't want to see another IT or software or other company close its doors due to lack of cash flow management."
The book launch date is scheduled for July 20, Bowden announced.
"It is imperative that I esteem and encourage others daily, because those gifts were given to me as I decided to pursue this venture," said Bowden, adding that Ephesians 3:20 is her anchor scripture. "I would not be sharing this story with others if I had not been encouraged along the way. Life and death are in the power of the tongue. It is important to speak life-affirming words over yourself and those in your circles of influence.
"I also believe that gratitude expressed often changes things. I am grateful to God for His favor in my life."
The kind of favor that, like her successful entrepreneurship tenure, is a defining moment, of sorts, for this, a rising and progressive businesswoman.
For more information on Frederick, Maryland-based Businesswoman Dee Bowden of BCS Solutions, connect with her via social media at: https://www.facebook.com/dee.bowden.5, or email her at: bcssolutions36@gmail.com
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Simona Badger's S Badger Empowerment and Consulting Services, LLC is nothing short of brilliant
June 19, 2019 Andre Johnson
WOMAN ON THE MOVE
MAKING MAJOR MOVES — Simona Badger's S Badger Empowerment and Consulting Services, LLC, a credible, progressive Newark, New Jersey-based venture that customarily provides what is known as culturally sensitive, trauma focused psychotherapy, and professional education to the communities she serves.
DALLAS — To her distinctly unique credit, Simona Badger can be appropriately described as an empowerment extradionaire.
Consider, for instance, how Badger had gone about establishing S Badger Empowerment and Consulting Services, LLC, a credible, progressive Newark, New Jersey-based venture that customarily provides what is known as culturally sensitive, trauma focused psychotherapy, and professional education to the communities she serves.
"I've always known as a child that I wanted to make a difference in people's lives," Badger, during an interview this week with Making Headline News, said, explaining how her competitive drive in life has greatly propelled her for her business venture.
"Growing up, I was interested in social issues such as inequality, women's rights, and racism. Starting my own business gave me the freedom to serve my community on a deeper level than if I was working for someone. A lot of the things that I accomplished in my life — degrees, marriage, children, business and finding my purpose — are all things I wanted to achieve before I turned 40."
Because of the purpose for which God has created her, Badger has accomplished that and more — this for a thriving, 39-year-old businesswoman.
Armed with over a decade of experience in her chosen industry — most notably through treating survivors of domestic and sexual violence — Badger's mission is centered largely on (but isn't limited to) educating and supporting teens and adults about unhealthy relationships.
Interestingly, her upcoming book will provide a more in-depth and strategic emphasis on assisting teens and young adults, particularly with regards to healing from unhealthy relationships.
"Simona believes that her gift is to educate and support as many lives plagued by inter-generational and trans- generational trauma, and she believes her work would be incomplete unless she is able to give back to her native country (Jamaica) through her volunteering work," said a spokesperson for Badger's S Badger Empowerment and Consulting Services LLC.
MORE ON BADGER'S VENTURE: https://www.sbempowerment.org/
Much to her delight, Badger will be afforded the golden opportunity to share with the masses her longstanding mission through her organization when she host the Changing The Language of Men's Health Conference on June 22, at Newark's Source of Knowledge Bookstore, located at 867 Broad Street.
A conference that will be highlighted by what organizers have dubbed, "Real Talk With A Dynamic Panel Of Men," tickets for this event can be purchased by calling 973.392.9473 or by paying via PayPal at: http://paypal.me/simonabadger.
"The reason why I'm hosting this conference and focusing on men's mental health is because for far too long, men have suffered in silence, which has negatively impacted families and communities," Badger said. "I grew up seeing how toxic masculinity affected males in my own family of origin. I remember seeing the males in my family drink away their problems, gamble away their money and date multiple women at a time due to being stressed."
For what it's worth, she credits her immeasurable experiences as a foster care caseworker and New York City Administration for Children Services clinical consultant through The Child Center of New York for her notable accomplishments of becoming what she refers to as a "momprenuer," as well as a psychotherapist, educator, and advocate.
Her empowerment and consulting firm, in fact, provides holistic mental health treatment, as well as prevention and education services to women, men, families, children and adolescents, and under-served populations affected by health disparities, trauma, self-identity issues and poverty.
Widely regarded as a compassionate, professional and culturally competent therapist, who provides what it known as a "strengths based" perspective to therapy, Badger strongly believes that in working together through a trusting collaborative relationship, one can gain support to alleviate emotional pain and begin the journey of self-acceptance.
To her credit, her extensive experience includes — but isn't limited to — helping clients with traumatic experiences, divorce, relationship problems, sleep problems, grief, work-related stress, family stress, and immigration concerns, among others.
A native of Jamaica (West Indies), Badger Simona Badger attended Ferncourt High School in her native establishment before reuniting with her parents in the United States at 15 years of age.
Consequently, she attended Harry S. Truman High in the Bronx, New York, where and graduated in 1998.
MAKING IMMEASURABLE STRIDES
For what it's worth, Badger credits her immeasurable experiences as a foster care caseworker and New York City Administration for Children Services clinical consultant through The Child Center of New York for her notable accomplishments of becoming what she refers to as a "momprenuer," as well as a psychotherapist, educator, and advocate.
Badger advanced her education at Herbert H. Lehman College, where she earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Sociology (she minored in Black Studies) in 2003.
Then in 2008, she earned a Master of Social Work Degree from Fordham University. During her graduate studies, she majored in Clinical social Work with a certification in Law and Social Work Practice.
Interestingly, in 2013, Badger completed a post-graduate program at New Jersey Institute for Psychoanalysis-Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy Certificate Program in nearby Teaneck.
"I love empowering people to reach their full potential," Badger said. "We are all resilient, but that's easily forgotten when we are going through hard times."
For more information about Newark, New Jerssey Businesswoman Simona Badger of S Badger Empowerment and Consulting Services, LLC, or to schedule her for a speaking engagement, connect with her via Facebook under: https://www.facebook.com/sb.empowerment.37. Also send email to: badgersimona@gmail.com.
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Shreveport's own LaTiffany Dunn-Ivory making remarkable strides as Dallas/Fort Worth-area actress
April 16, 2019 Andre Johnson
For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (Jeremiah 29:11 NIV)
IN HER ELEMENT
HEADED IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION — A Dallas/Fort Worth-area businesswoman, LaTiffany Dunn-Ivory, 35, is in the prime of an acting career she hopes will attract more of a global presence much sooner than later.
DALLAS — LaTiffany Dunn-Ivory doesn't have to boast or brag or flaunt, particularly when it comes to her immeasurable career as an actress.
That's because her resume undoubtedly speaks for itself.
DEFYING ALL ODDS — A professional acting stint that spans a little more than nine years, Dunn-Ivory has gone to great lengths to weather arguably the toughest of obstacles, to clear arguably the grandest of hurdles, all the while steadfastly finding her niche in the process.
"I've been acting since 2010, but really knew l could do it professionally in 2012," Dunn-Ivory, during an interview this week with Making Headline News said, referring to her notable role she landed in the film entitled, "The American Justice with Tiny Lister."
A Dallas/Fort Worth-area businesswoman, Dunn-Ivory, 35, is in the prime of an acting career she hopes will attract more of a global presence much sooner than later.
To her credit, the acting tenure of this Shreveport, Louisiana native is certainly shaping up to be one that figures to turn heads of several of the industry's big names directors and producers, in large part because, well, her resume undoubtedly speaks for itself.
A professional acting stint that spans a little more than nine years, Dunn-Ivory has gone to great lengths to weather arguably the toughest of obstacles, to clear arguably the grandest of hurdles, all the while steadfastly finding her niche in the process.
As if that isn't enough to turn heads, this resourceful, resilient actress — who's armed with a wealth of swagger and beauty — is positioning herself mightily to garner even more nationwide exposure in the coming months.
HOLDING IT DOWN — A graduate of Homer (Louisiana) High School, Dunn-Ivory's passion for acting stems all the way back to elementary school days. As she vividly recalls, it was her kindergarten teacher who's responsible for having inspired her to follow her dreams. Fortunately for Dunn-Ivory, she's done just that, all the while going after all they say she couldn't have.
Much to her delight, Dunn-Ivory's itinerary is becoming quite congested, considering she's scheduled to appear in a variety of plays, including:
"Something Else To Talk About" on April 28, during which she will play the character "Cheryl"
"Insincere Twins" on June 1, a red carpet premiere during which she will assume the role as the character "T's Receptionist.
"Skin Deep" on June 15, during which she will play "Nurse Paula" and,
"Black DIAMOND" in July (on a date to be announced), a red carpet premiere during which she will assume the role as "Fiend."
A graduate of Homer (Louisiana) High School, Dunn-Ivory's passion for acting stems all the way back to elementary school days.
As she vividly recalls, it was her kindergarten teacher who's responsible for having inspired her to follow her dreams.
Fortunately for Dunn-Ivory, she's done just that, all the while going after all they say she couldn't have.
TEXAS TWO STEP
AND THE WINNER IS — For her immeasurable contributions to her selected industry, Dunn-Ivory has positioned herself to become the beneficiary of yet another accolade. She is a nominee for Best Supporting Actress in the upcoming Church Stars Awards, which will take September 28. Voting begins in July.
Look at her today, functioning fervently in her distinctly unique element with God, her Helper, steering the way, thus allowing her remarkably brilliant gifts to make room for her.
"I remember it like yesterday, sitting in the back of Mrs. Gearhart's class, just singing (R & B entertainer) Karen White's Superwoman like I was at home and she walked to the middle of the class and asked me to step outside," said Dunn-Ivory, recalling a Kindergarten memory that essentially changed her life. "l thought l was in trouble for interrupting her class."
But what Dunn-Ivory had ultimately discovered was that it was only a brief, impromptu counsel by her teacher, one that essentially jumpstarted her quest to connecting with the purpose for which she was created.
Interestingly, Dunn-Ivory has shown virtually no signs that she intends to slow down anytime soon, not in the prime of an acting career that seems well on path to giving way to even greater success.
"She walked me to in Ms. Emerson's class and was like, 'You have to hear her voice,'" Dunn-Ivory explained. "So l sang for her. Next thing you know, we're going from classroom to classroom and I was justa singing. In that moment, l realized a star was born and I nurtured my gifts."
Interestingly, Dunn-Ivory has shown virtually no signs that she intends to slow down anytime soon, not when she's in the prime of an acting career that seems well on path to giving way to even greater success.
A former Grambling State University student who relocated in September 2005 to the Dallas/Fort Worth-area, Dunn-Ivory's work has been seen in Oklahoma, Texas, her native home state, as well as in several establishments outside of the United States.
"The competitiveness (in this industry) has taught me that for every 'No' at an audition, the 'Yes' is around the corner, and it's up to me to go get it and show that I deserve it," Dunn-Ivory said. "I'm also a firm believer that what's for me, no one can take that away, so I continue to strive daily and go get what's already mine."
For Dunn-Ivory, it's a foregone conclusion that acting and assuming various roles essentially comes natural to her.
As if anyone should really be surprised.
As Dunn-Ivory vividly recalls, it was her kindergarten teacher who's responsible for having inspired her to follow her dreams. Fortunately for Dunn-Ivory, she's done just that, all the while going after all they say she couldn't have.
"The fact that in each character or role I play, I leave the audience with an inspirational impression that could be life changing to them," Dunn-Ivory said. "I love being a tool to bring people's visions to life."
For her immeasurable contributions to her selected industry, Dunn-Ivory has positioned herself to become the beneficiary of yet another accolade.
She is a nominee for Best Supporting Actress in the upcoming Church Stars Awards, which will take September 28.
Voting begins in July.
Now with plans of ending a five-year hiatus in the singing studio, Dunn-Ivory emphasized, among other things, she's just giddy in that she's been blessed to walk in her purpose.
THIS GIRL IS ON FIRE
SHE AIN'T DONE — Now with plans of ending a five-year hiatus in the singing studio, Dunn-Ivory emphasized, among other things, she's just giddy in that she's been blessed to walk in her purpose.
"It's imperative that I inspire others, because every step I have made, I earned it," Dunn-Ivory said. "There was a time when that thing called sickle cell anemia had me down for years. The devil intended to take me out. But God. Here l am today, a healthy 35-year-old, inspiring those around me that life ain't easy. It's challenging, but also what you make it to be. You have to power to create your path, and if you can vision it, you can achieve it."
She would know.
Especially since her resume undoubtedly speaks for itself.
Something about which she doesn't have to boasts or brag to flaunt.
For more information about Dallas/Fort Worth actress LaTiffany Dunn-Ivory, or to schedule her for a public appearance or speaking engagement, connect with her via Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/latiffany.dunn. Also, send email to: latiffanydunn83@gmail.com.
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Nashville businesswoman Tamica Ross' organization helping people 'make their dreams a reality'
March 18, 2019 Andre Johnson
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. (Galatians 6:9 NIV)
DALLAS — Just before 10 p.m. CST on Sunday, Tamica Ross took to her Facebook page, where she shared with the masses a rather spirited, blissful announcement.
Said Ross to her gallery of social media followers: Hello FB Friends and Family! I am so excited to announce my upcoming news article. I'm making headlines. Thanking God for this awesome opportunity.
WOMAN OF EXCELLENCE
DESTINY STEPS — A native of West Tennessee — most notably the Jackson area that is housed in Madison County — Tamica Ross is the Founder and CEO of Lanese Empowerment, a Nashville-based company that is centered largely on inspiring and aiding individuals, particularly youths, as well as young adult men and women.
For Ross, a Mid-South-area businesswoman, she has every right to share of some favorable news that, much to her delight, is a pivotal reminder of just how much God is using her for His glory.
"This business was birthed by (my) own deep desires and determination to live my best life despite the challenges of growing up in an underprivileged environment, where I became a teenage mother at the age of 16 years old," Ross, during a weekend interview with Making Headline News, said of her quest in establishing what has emerged as a credible endeavor.
WHAT ABOUT TAMICA'S ORGANIZATION? www.laneseempowerment.com
A native of West Tennessee — most notably the Jackson area that is housed in Madison County — Ross is the Founder and CEO of Lanese Empowerment, a Nashville-based company that is centered largely on inspiring and aiding individuals, particularly youths, as well as young adult men and women.
As Ross specifically acknowledged, amongst her coaching venture's strategic objectives is to empower individuals to live their best lives and, most importantly, to make all their dreams a reality.
"Tamica is on a mission to touch over a million people by empowering them to turn fear into faith, passion into purpose, confusion into clarity, gain self-confidence, and the tools needed to take action now, one step at a time on a journey well done," said a spokesperson for Ross' Lanese Empowerment. "She is determined to help those with deep desires to help themselves, reach their full potential, and have fun doing it while living their best lives and making all their dreams a reality."
For Ross, establishing her coaching organization didn't merely come easy. Not by a long shot.
According to the Chester County High School graduate, arguably the greatest challenge she faced was attracting sustained support from people she sensed had endured similar hardships with which she once struggled.
DREAMING BIG — Interestingly and to her distinctly unique credit, Ross' venture has come full circle, courtesy of her resiliency through life coaching, free tools and resources, speaking engagements, writing books, providing scholarship funds, summer youth programs, yearly conferences for men and women, and through D.R.E.A.M.S.
Not to be outdone, though, Ross' thought process was such that if she would persevere long enough, she'd ultimately reap and possess and results she so desperately sought.
The rest, as they say, was history, considering she did just that.
"I refuse to be that person who was afraid to help others succeed," Ross said. "Therefore, I have dedicated the rest of my life as a life strategist for others with the mission to empower all people, including men, women, and youths to be the best they can be and help make their dreams a reality."
Interestingly and to her distinctly unique credit, Ross' venture has come full circle, courtesy of her resiliency through life coaching, free tools and resources, speaking engagements, writing books, providing scholarship funds, summer youth programs, yearly conferences for men and women, and through D.R.E.A.M.S.
HARVEST SEASON UNFOLDING
An academy that's comprised of a six week training program D.R.E.A.M.S. is designed to walk people through the steps needed to make any dream a reality and live their best lives one day at a time, Ross emphasized.
Having resided in Nashville for the past decade-and-a-half, Ross holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Organizational Leadership and Communication from Bethel University in McKenzie, Tennessee.
Consequently, she earned a Master's in Organizational Management from Nashville's Belmont University.
As for her coaching organization, she said such inspiration arose from the wide counsel of her mother, whom she says was "strong enough" to beat a drug addiction.
According to the Chester County High School graduate, arguably the biggest challenge she faced was attracting sustained support from people she sensed had endured similar hardships with which she once struggled.
"My grandmother and stepfather have always seen the very best in me," said Ross, paying homage to others to have paved the way to her success. "My godfather, who has always been a transformational leader in my life, my godmother, who taught me how to love God with all my heart, my children, whom I am dedicated to showing how to live your best life, and some wonderful mentors and leaders in the industry such as Tony Robbins, Valerie Burton, and even Oprah (Winfrey)…as an African American successful women, who started from the bottom and now look at what she has become."
Given the immeasurable strides Ross has made since the startup of Lanese Empowerment, it's safe to assume her best and brightest days are well ahead of her — days that will include, among other things, the forthcoming release of her starting lineup of books.
"She is looking forward to releasing her new book series," said a spokesperson for Ross' organization.
All things considered, Ross is giddy in that she can finally profess she's walking fervently in her God-ordained purpose.
Having resided in Nashville for the past decade-and-a-half, Ross holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Organizational Leadership and Communication from Bethel University in McKenzie, Tennessee. Consequently, she earned a Master's in Organizational Management from Nashville's Belmont University.
"I was told when I started this business that I needed to define a niche," Ross said. "Well I did and that's all people who have the desire and passion to live an extraordinary life despite the challenges of bad credit, debt, failed marriages, loss of a job, low self-esteem, terrible childhood, underprivileged environments, or lack of joy in their hearts, confusion about their path in life, bad grades, teenage pregnancy, drug addiction, and even those who need clarity on their career paths.
"God didn't put me on this earth to help everyone, because I know there are some they I may not be able to reach. However, there are more that I can reach, and I am looking forward to giving it all I got."
That, to her credit, is worthy of making headlines.
For more information about Nashville-area Businesswoman/Author Tamica Ross of Lanese Empowerment, or to schedule her for a public appearance, a book signing or speaking engagement, connect with her via Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/tamica.ross.75. Also, send email to: laneseempowerment@gmail.com.
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The rich history surrounding The Robinson Farmland: What you need to know
January 25, 2019 Andre Johnson
THE LEGACY CONTINUES…
PASSING THE TORCH — For what it's worth, Gerone Robinson's grandparents, the late John T. Robinson Sr. (aka J.T. Robinson) and his wife, Vashti Robinson, instilled in him — and the rest of his family — a slew of lessons that would greatly enhance and add value to their lives. Amongst the pertinent lessons Robinson and Co. weren't taught: how to assume responsibility as resourceful businessmen and businesswomen.
For what it's worth, Gerone Robinson's grandparents instilled in him — and the rest of his family — a slew of lessons that would greatly enhance and add value to their lives.
Amongst the pertinent lessons Robinson and Co. weren't taught: how to assume responsibility as resourceful businessmen and businesswomen.
"Before we headed back home to California, while at the gas station as we said our goodbyes, my dad hugged me and at that time," Robinson, during an interview from California this week with Making Headline News, said, recalling the disheartening, emotionally-driven developments surrounding his father, who apparently was on the brink of death. "I started crying, because I had a gut feeling that I would not see my father anymore."
SHOW ME THE LANDMARK
HERE IT IS — As Robinson appropriately explained, it is, by all accounts, a massive, monumental challenge, one he and the rest of the family have dubbed the Background Of The Robinson Farmland, which is housed in Dunklin County, Missouri, a rural establishment that is located in the historic Bootheel of the state, a town that is comprised of roughly 31,953 residents, according to the latest U. S. census.
As it turned out, that was the final time that Robinson had witnessed his father alive. But not before he was given some advice that would change the overall landscape of his life — as well as the lives of the rest of his family.
"He whispered in my ear, 'You're my gift, Fix what I have broken,'" Robinson said. "I didn't know how bad things were until my father passed in June 2014."
Since his father's demise, Robinson and his family have been thrust in a fold that includes, among other things, collectively carrying the mantle handed down to them by his beloved father.
During a recent exclusive interview with MHN, Robinson explained at length a somewhat challenging and hurdle for which he and his family have been left to clear.
AND THE BIBLE SAYS…
As Robinson appropriately explained, it is, by all accounts, a massive, monumental challenge, one he and the rest of the family have dubbed the Background Of The Robinson Farmland, which is housed in Dunklin County, Missouri, a rural establishment that is located in the historic Bootheel of the state, a town that is comprised of roughly 31,953 residents, according to the latest U. S. census.
As Robinson told to Making Headline News, here is a thorough overview of the Background Of The Robinson Farmland.
Our farmland legal description: The East 40 acres of that part of the West half of the Northeast Quarter, lying North of Drainage Ditch No. 6, also known as Belfountain Ditch, of Section 21, Township 16 North, Range 10 East of the Fifth Principal Meridian, Dunklin County Missouri, belonging to our late grandparents, John T. Robinson Sr. (aka J.T. Robinson) and his wife, Vashti Robinson. My grandmother Vashti Robinson passed on April 25, 1979, while married to my grandfather J.T. Robinson Sr.
My grandfather began renting his farmland in the early 1970's until his death on January 10, 1991. After the passing of my grandfather, his children became the heirs of the farmland. There was very little communication between my father, the late Robert Lee Robinson Sr., and his siblings after the passing of my grandfather. My father began overseeing the farmland from 1991 until his passing in June 2014.
In early 2014, prior to my father's passing, I received a phone call from my father. He asked if me and my brother, Edwin, could come to Kansas City so he could take us to learn about the farmland, because he was getting older.
"At the time, me and my brother didn't know our father had terminal cancer. My nephew, Robert Burton, my brother Edwin, and myself went to Kansas City. Once we arrived in Kansas City, while we was at our hotel with my father, I asked my father why isn't the whole family not involved with what is going on with the land." — Gerone Robinson
My father explained the family was apart, because of a bad decision that he had made many years ago (he didn't go into detail about what he had done).
During our stay in Kansas City, our father drove me, my brother, Edwin and my nephew Robert to visit our land in Dunklin County. Once we arrived at our farmland, we began taking pictures of the land and the church that belonged to our late grandparents, J.T. and Vashti Robinson.
Before we headed back home to California, while at the gas station as we said our goodbyes my dad hugged me and at that time I started crying because I had a gut feeling that I would not see my father anymore. He whispered in my ear, "You're my gift. Fix what I have broken." I didn't know how bad things was until my father passed in June 2014.
When I got back from Kansas City, me and my brother Edwin spoke with the rest of our siblings (Robert Jr., Kim, Renell, Roxanne, Lugene, Kerry Wayne, and Uliria) about the mission our father discussed with us.
This is when my journey began
First, I went to my auntie to try and get some history from her about the farmland, and it was at that time I realized that whatever bad decision my father had made was taken out on his children.
I wanted to get my auntie's blessing; unfortunately, my auntie refused to talk to me about the land. As I tried to interview family, all the doors were shut except one. I was given a contact number, which belonged to my cousin, Vashti, whom I met for the first time in 2015. I began explaining to my cousin what my goal was and several hours turned into days of communication.
For a brief moment, I found relief, because I had a connection with a family member who was going through a journey as well. Once my cousin, Vahsti, connected me with my uncle, Jehu (whom I hadn't spoken to in decades), we began talking and catching up on lost time. I explained to my uncle Jehu about my journey to fix what my dad had broken and try to bring our family together. Afterwards, I asked him for his blessing. My uncle, Jehu, gave me his blessing and he said if I need him for anything, don't hesitate to contact him.
It was a long journey, and now four years later, my mission is almost complete with the help of family…Especially, my mother (Lugene Sr), who is the backbone to our family, and who inspired me to never give up no matter what the situation is. Thank you mama! Last but not least, to my soulmate Floria (aka Juice) who did relentless research. Thank you! — Gerone Robinson
HEIRS TO THE ROBINSON FARMLAND
(As submitted to Making Headline News by Gerone Robinson)
O.V. Robinson
Birvee Robinson Gordon
Jehu Robinson
Elaine Robinson Murphy
Robert L. Robinson Jr
Kilmico Robinson
Renell Robinson
Roxanne Robinson
Lugene Robinson
Edwin Robinson
Gerone Robinson
Kerry Wayne Robinson
Uliria Robinson
Gill Gordon
Alfred Gordon Jr.
Everett Gordon
Earl Gordon
John T. Robinson III
Yuvunnda Robinson
Eva Robinson
Kristopher Robinson
Stacy Thomas
Yolanda Robinson
Eric Edwards
Damien Gordon
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Dallas/Fort Worth-area actress Lucretia Johnson living out her long-awaited dream, inspiring youths in the process
EDITOR'S NOTE: This story was produced and released on Friday, November 10, which is Texas-based actress Lucretia Johnson's 52nd birthday.
FRUITS OF HER LABOR — A native of Nacogdoches — a small, rural East Texas establishment with a population of roughly 32,996 residents, according to the latest U. S. census taken in 2010 — actress Lucretia Johnson is not only doing big things in a Lone Star State where people are accustomed to doing big things but, much to her delight, she's having a massive impact in the ever-so-competitive acting industry.
DALLAS — Earlier this week, Lucretia Johnson was asked why it is imperative that she esteems other highly than herself, as we are reminded according to scripture.
"The smallest act of kindness can change someone's life," Johnson explained during an interview with Making Headline News. "This is what motivates me to what I do daily."
That about which Johnson is alluding is her widely-publicized tenure as an accomplished actress, a career that has greatly afforded her with golden opportunities to put her immeasurable talents on display, all while impacting a younger generation in the process.
A native of Nacogdoches — a small, rural East Texas establishment with a population of roughly 32,996 residents, according to the latest U. S. census taken in 2010 — Johnson is not only doing big things in a Lone Star State where people are accustomed to doing big things but, much to her delight, she's having a massive impact in this ever-so-competitive acting industry.
Armed with wealth of modeling experience, Johnson is has become a fixture also through her tireless effort and solid body of work as Project Manager for Headline Mentors and Performing Arts (or H.M.P.A.).
"What I like most about acting is I can be anyone I want to be and (I have) the opportunity to show children of color possibilities and opportunities they don't normally consider," Johnson said.
Armed with a wealth of acting — and modeling — experience, Johnson is has become a fixture also through her tireless effort and solid body of work as Project Manager for Headline Mentors and Performing Arts (or H.M.P.A.).
Through this Arlington, Texas-based nonprofit organization, Johnson's notable responsibilities include helping mentor youths through prefixing arts, especially inner city, low income youths, whereby she customarily provides them with skills and opportunities that they never thought could be possible.
"I just love helping people and that is what God put us here to do," said Johnson, adding that a planned trip to Los Angeles is presently in the works with the H.M.P.A. youths sometime in Spring 2018.
All things considered, if anyone is thoroughly qualified through acting to empower and inspire a younger generation, it is Johnson.
SAY WHAT? Johnson's remarkably impressive acting resume, which includes having appeared in an episode of TV One's Fatal Attraction that was filmed in Knoxville, Tennessee. Interestingly, she appeared in an episode of the show, Murder Made Me Famous, during which the subject was the infamous Jim Jones Story.
Consider, for instance, her remarkably impressive professional acting resume, which includes having appeared in an episode of TV One's Fatal Attraction that was filmed in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Interestingly, she appeared in an episode of the show, Murder Made Me Famous, during which the subject was the infamous and controversial Jim Jones story.
Fortunately for Johnson, that she has been afforded the luxury of appearing on what many would label acting's grandest stage, her immense gifts and talents have allowed her to put her skills on display in a variety of places throughout the country.
Having worked more than 25 years as an apartment complex Property Manager in an inner city, low income setting, Johnson acknowledged that chapter of her life is where she learned some of her most influential and vital lessons, in large part because she had become inclined to expose rebuilding communities to an assortment of positive things.
"I have been blessed to travel and work in Atlanta and throughout Texas," said Johnson, who is scheduled to go on tour in December as part of a stage play that was written and directed by Greg Ellis entitled, "Watch Night."
The tour will cover three states and seven cities, most notably Atlanta, Raleigh and Durham, North Carolina, as well as Tyler, Beaumont, Austin, Houston, Texas.
In addition, Johnson recently completed two independent feature films: "Meeting The Folks," a family comedy that was written and produced by Fred Tee, and "Shattered Love," a family tragedy and domestic abuse-oriented project that was written and produced by Corta Ish.
Also, Johnson is involved in a short independent film called, "Ripples," a project that was written and produced by Michael Green whereby the subject addresses sickle cell anemia and HIV.
NATIONAL STAGE — Fortunately for Johnson, that she has been afforded the luxury of appearing on what many would label as acting's grandest stage, her immense gifts and talents have allowed her to put her skills on display in a variety of places throughout the country.
As if that isn't enough to turn heads and draw rave reviews, Johnson will be a part of a January stage called, "When My Heart Stops," a compelling project that addresses grief and was written and produced by Jeanette Greenwood.
Having worked more than 25 years as an apartment complex Property Manager in an inner city, low income setting, Johnson — a former domestic violence and abuse victim — acknowledged that such a chapter of her life is where she learned some of her most influential and vital lessons, in large part because she had become greatly inclined to expose rebuilding communities to an assortment of positive things.
For what it's worth, inspiring others to see from beyond where they were and make their dreams realities ranked near the top of the list.
MOM KNOWS BEST — "My mother, Merrylyn Johnson, raised me, believing I could accomplish anything," said Johnson, who's been acting professionally for approximately seven years while serving as a mentor for a little more than four years. "I lost sight of that for a while."
"My mother, Merrylyn Johnson, raised me, believing I could accomplish anything," said Johnson, who's been acting professionally for approximately seven years while serving as a mentor for a little more than four years. "I lost sight of that for a while."
Johnson, as it turned out, had eventually adopted a newfound disposition on life when her lifelong companion had come along.
GIVING BACK MIGHTILY — Armed with wealth of modeling experience, Johnson is has become a fixture also through her tireless effort and solid body of work as Project Manager for Headline Mentors and Performing Arts (or H.M.P.A.). Through this Arlington, Texas-based nonprofit organization, Johnson's primary responsibilities include helping mentor youths through prefixing arts, especially inner city, low income youths, whereby she customarily provides them with skills and opportunities that they never thought could be possible.
"When I married my current husband, Eric Johnson, he encouraged me to be all I can," Johnson said. "He gave me the freedom and support to pursue my goals. He said, 'Just go for it a let's see what happens.'"
The rest, as they say, was history for Johnson whom, to her credit, coupled with her husband's unyielding support, is walking in the divine purpose for which God created her.
"God put us on this earth to help our fellow man," Johnson said.
Which, fortunately for her, is more valid proof why it is imperative that she esteems other highly than herself, as we are reminded according to scripture.
Andre Johnson is Founder and Publisher for Making Headline News. A 2000 graduate of the University of Memphis School of Journalism and a former reporter of sports for the Memphis Commercial Appeal newspaper, Johnson covers the NBA Southwest Division from Dallas, Texas. To reach Johnson, send email to andre@makingheadlinenews.com or to memphisgraduate@yahoo.com. Also, follow him on Twitter @AJ_Journalist.
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Columbia, Maryland-based businesswoman Christy Johnson's inspiring non-profit organization aiming to have a global impact
August 24, 2017 Andre Johnson
VOICE HEARD AROUND THE WORLD — A native of Mississippi, Maryland-based businesswoman Christy Johnson is the President and Founder of Finding Your Destiny, Inc. a Columbia, Maryland-based non-profit domestic violence and suicide prevention organization she organized months after her daughter's death.
For countless Americans, September 11 is a date by which they will recall and reflect upon for years to come.
For Christy Johnson, however, September 10 is a date that undoubtedly will cause her to unleash tears for the rest of her life.
To be technical, it all transpired on September 10, 2013.
That was the date that sent shock waves throughout Johnson's family when she learned that her daughter, then-19-year-old Destiny, was murdered and left hanging in a closet as a result of domestic violence.
Even after having buried two children — first Destiny then Mark — Johnson, during an exclusive interview this week with Making Headline News, spoke at length about how she steadfastly had to rely of unyielding faith in God to press and navigate her way through arguably the most downtrodden times of her life.
"My inspiration comes from God first and then my daughter, Destiny, and my son, Mark, in heaven," Johnson said. "God shows me every day that He will provide my every need. God told me He chose me to do this work. Therefore, I cannot stop advocating for those who are being abused and murdered every day."
To her distinctly unique credit, Johnson — with God, her Helper, leading the way — has gone above and beyond to be a voice and a beacon of light for those who have endured and, perhaps witnessed their lives cut short amid domestic violence.
A native of Mississippi, Johnson is the President and Founder of Finding Your Destiny, Inc., a Columbia, Maryland-based non-profit domestic violence and suicide prevention organization she established months after her daughter's tragic death.
"Immediately, I began my organization because I knew the pain I felt I did not want another mother or father to feel," Johnson said.
In addition, Johnson is widely known as an activist for individuals who have experienced or are presently being mistreated and suffering various forms of abuse.
WHAT ABOUT FINDING YOUR DESTINY? http://www.findingyourdestiny.org
Moreover, amongst her notable goals is to serve people of various races and both sexes. Also, Johnson's key objectives, particularly through what she describes as "societal transparency," is to empower, transform, and rebuild the lives of women and teen girls through Finding Your Destiny, Inc., especially by way of Biblical principles or a spiritual avenue, of sorts, for teaching about domestic violence, suicide, and other forms of abuse.
"My personal mission for the work I do is to educate, regenerate, create, transform, and heal broken hearts, minds, and souls of those affected by domestic violence and other forms of abuse," Johnson explained.
Interesting enough, Johnson's immense contributions through her non-profit organization have allowed her to diligently put her advocacy gifts on display outside of the United States, most notably in the United Kingdom.
"My mission for the trip to London, England was to bring resources and to educate those living in silence about my programs and book I wrote on the violence residence in London face every day," Johnson said.
All things considered, Johnson consequently authored two books in the wake of arguably the darkest hours of her life: "From Rattled To Recovery: The Faces Of Domestic Violence Domestic Violence," and "That Which Is Beyond Death."
"The books are very valuable because they provide phone numbers, websites, addresses, hotlines, and emergency action plans for safety," Johnson said.
GLOBAL BEACON OF LIGHT — Johnson is widely known as an activist for individuals who have experienced or are presently being mistreated and abused. Moreover, amongst her notable goals are to serve people of various races and both sexes. Also, Johnson's key objectives, particularly through what she describes as "societal transparency," are to empower, transform, and rebuild the lives of women and teen girls through Finding Your Destiny, Inc. — especially by way of Biblical principles, or a spiritual avenue, of sorts, for teaching about domestic violence, suicide, and other forms of abuse.
In addition, Johnson emphasized that she's aiming to create partnerships with other organizations that share similar objectives and missions geared toward to fighting domestic violence.
Credit her beloved children from heaven above for providing her with the continuous support and inspiration she needs to function daily in her God-given assignment.
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"I know Destiny and Mark are interceding and helping me stay strong, focused, and determined to fight domestically and internationally," Johnson said.
Ironically, Johnson has organized an internship program through her non-profit organization as a way to reach back and aid others in fulfilling their dream and joining the fight against domestic violence.
"The internship teaches about crimes and consequences, criminology, advocacy, victimology, restorative justices, crime scenes, victims of crime, victim questioning and domestic violence," Johnson explained.
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While Johnson's organization has proven time and again to be an effective avenue for combating domestic violence, she emphasized, among other observations, which the justice must be served for present and future victims which, according to her, wasn't the case for her daughter.
"The justice system failed to charge Destiny's murderer for his crime," Johnson said. He was allowed to walk free and he murdered another woman. The injustice I received and felt was so devastating that I created an internship program through my organization for criminal justice to inspire every student to do the right thing for victims of victimology. I encourage my students to always display these three values: integrity, empathy, and respect for all crime scenes, families of murdered victims, and for victims."
As for her itinerary, Johnson's organization will host a major event on October 6 to commemorate the life of Destiny, as well as domestic violence survivors and other murdered victims whose lives were cut short due to domestic violence.
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In addition, Johnson emphasized that Finding Your Destiny plans to "open heaven" during her forthcoming event as a way to send everlasting love and peace to every person murdered by domestic violence and other forms of abuse.
"This is going to be a national and international movement on Oct 6, 2017," Johnson said.
A development that in likelihood, figures to bring smiles to the faces of Destiny and Mark — all while her pride and joy look on from heaven above.
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Maryland businesswoman/author Christy Johnson establishes GoFundMe account for her non-profit organization amid daughter's tragic death
For more information about Finding Your Destiny, Inc. Director Christy Johnson or to schedule her for live interviews, call 443-896-8979 or send email to: Christy@findingyourdestiny.org
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Birth Of CEO Nation business partners having a monumental impact on CEO's, others around the country
DALLAS — To their distinctly unique credit, business partners Will Wright and Yomecia Webb have provided a whole new twist to the term, collaboration.
For starters, Wright, 39, is co-founder and chief executive officer of Birth Of CEO Nation, a strategic, progressive organization whose mission includes, among other things, exemplifying a social impact, particularly as it relates to preparing aspiring and existing life coaches, authors, trainers, and speaker professional development.
Moreover, this organization has proven to be a beacon of light for those who strive to enhance their endeavors, in large part because it is widely known for offering what is known as "end users," most notably for schools, churches, businesses, and social organizations, among others.
Interesting enough, Birth Of CEO Nation is effective in that it is committed to functioning as a young entrepreneur platform with regards to offering support to youths and preparing kids who aspire to maximize their greatness, according to a detail description of Wright's organization at http://birthofaceonation.co/about-us/.
Having served in the military for more than two decades, most notably as a leader, trainer and a Corporate America speaker, Wright, during a recent interview with Making Headlines News, spoke at length about how his wealth of business-oriented experience has greatly enabled him to give back mightily through his thriving organization.
"I love helping others develop into leaders and maximizing their potential," Wright, a native of Chicago by way of Mississippi, said. "I have spoken in 30 states, 10 different countries, over 300 schools, colleges and businesses. My mentor inspired me to do, and I have been doing this since 2001."
MAKING MASSIVE HEADLINES — Having served in the military for more than two decades, most notably as a leader, trainer and a Corporate America speaker, Wright, during a recent interview with Making Headlines News, spoke at length about how his wealth of business-oriented experience has greatly enabled him to give back mightily through his thriving organization.
Much to Wright's delight, countless individuals who are destined to maximize their fullest potential have bought into and embraced his notable vision of exceeding their lofty expectations.
Amongst those is Webb, his business partner and co-founder who has become a fixture for Birth Of CEO Nation.
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A native of Brooklyn, New York who presently resides in New York City, Webb, 41, said amongst the things that greatly inspired her to affiliate with Birth Of CEO Nation is the family-like atmosphere it customarily creates for those involved with the organization.
"I see a family," Webb said. "I see that collectively, we can create endless opportunities and average everyday people can tap into their greater gifts and make this world a better place. This is a heart venture more than a business venture."
To her credit, Webb has become a notable asset for Birth Of CEO Nation, particularly as it pertains to motivating aspiring authors. Webb is responsible for having authored three books, her featured one of which is entitled, "The NYC's Melting Pot Kidz: "You Can Touch My Hair."
"People would advance and they would gain support, knowledge and have access to professional speakers, life coaches, authors, publishers and potential clients," Webb explained. "Our members would benefit from our investment program that can build our economy and offer business opportunities for our new CEO's. We offer encouragement for our entrepreneurs and we have mentors available to continue to speak life in their dreams."
Because as Webb acknowledges, "It isn't easy being a CEO."
STAY TUNED — Wright will be releasing his forthcoming book entitled, "In The Trenches: Never quit. Never surrender."
By and large, what's so astounding about Birth Of CEO Nation is that anyone who are determined to step on a faith by maximizing their potential are welcome to come aboard.
Also, Wright will be releasing his forthcoming book entitled, "In The Trenches: Never quit. Never surrender."
"We are lacking support and encouragement," Webb said. "As a CEO, it can be very challenging to get through the next level. We at Birth Of CEO Nation have made it a priority to be that missing link and to give birth to CEO's. There is so much talent and gifts that go unrecognized. Our goal is to bring out the better version of you."
All while providing a whole new twist to the term, collaboration.
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August's overnight went absolutely perfectly! He was such a good, big boy and I think he had a wonderful time. He did not want to go home this morning.
He ate a good bit of supper last night- fried grouper and steamed potatoes and corn on the cob and green beans and carrots. Of course, ketchup and ranch dressing were involved. That child will eat anything accompanied by what he calls dip.
His Boppy watched him in the shower after supper and it was a very, very long shower. Boppy finally had to pry him out of there. And then I put him in his jammies and we laid down on my bed to read some books and then I told him it was time for him to go to sleep in his bed.
He really wasn't too interested in that. He didn't cry or fuss and we did put Big Bear and a dolly in there but no, thanks, not yet.
And then the sweetest part of the whole visit happened for me. I said, "Do you want to listen to some music?"
So we found my music app on my phone and I played him a few things but he wasn't too interested in any of them until I put on Joni Mitchell's Blue.
That he liked and we listened to those songs I know so well, by heart and by bone, Joni's voice and the piano, the dulcimer. I held that little boy in my arms and thought about how I used to listen to that album over and over and over again in that alien dorm room in that alien state of Colorado, all that was familiar and loved by me left behind because of my need to escape from that which was familiar and horrendous. How I never in a million years would have thought that one day I would be listening to those same songs again, holding my beautiful little grandson in my arms and smelling his clean, damp hair, feeling his warmth as he relaxed into sleep.
Jack came and got up on the bed with us and August petted him as he listened to the music and within a few songs, he had fallen asleep and I laid there with him a little while, still listening, wondering at how it's all turned out.
And then I carefully put him into the little bed set up by our bed and covered him with two light blankets and he stretched and turned and held on to the doll and I swear to you- that little boy didn't make a peep all night long.
He didn't wake up until 8:30 this morning and when he did, he stood up and looked around as if trying to remember how he'd gotten there and I picked him up and put him beside me in the bed and we looked out of the window and he said, "The sky is up!"
"Yes it is," I said. "Should we go find Boppa?"
"We call him Boppy," he said.
"Okay. Let's go find your Boppy."
And we did and they played fishing games and read Outdoor Life together while I woke up and drank some coffee.
I asked him what he wanted for breakfast and he joyfully announced that he would like pancakes and so there were pancakes which he shoveled in like a machine. August can eat some breakfast.
Here he is with his Boppy, about to go let the chickens out and play in the camper van while Mer makes breakfast.
Pajamas and Mickey Mouse boots- the perfect Saturday morning outfit.
Exactly correct attire for pulling carrots.
When his mama got here I'd gotten the little coop in the big coop outside all set up for the four jungle fowl birds and we ceremoniously carried them out in a box and set them in their new home.
I think they will be happy there until they get bigger and meanwhile, things are a bit more peaceful in the chick pen in my bathroom. This whole transition is going to be a process. All of the chicks are different ages and in different stages of having the feathers which make it possible for them to leave the inside nursery and go outside.
And tonight it is only going to be me and Mr. Moon here. I called the other grandmother and she is insistent that she wants to do the entire weekend with Owen and Gibson and Maggie and I salute her and think she is very brave and probably far more adventuresome than I am. She says that all is going well and I am glad of that. She also said that she has next week off work which will give her time to recover.
Mr. Moon has been boat cleaning all day since August left except for one of his famous power naps. I will admit that I took a nap too but it was probably a great deal more leisurely than his was.
Jessie and Vergil reported that they had a wonderful time on their date last night and Lily reports that she and Jason are having a wonderful time on their cruise. I can't wait to hear all about it.
I hope my little chickens sleep well outside tonight in their protected coop with the clean hay to cozy up in. I hope that August sleeps as well for his mama and daddy as he did for his Mer and Boppy last night. I hope that Lily and Jason sleep sweetly in their cabin as the great boat they are on steams towards home. And I hope you sleep well too.
Oh, my, Mary. What a good, happy angel.
How very sweet! 'We call him Boppy.' LOVE!!! I was thrilled when our grandsons fell in love with my Eagles albums, and then The Monkees. Not as prolific as Joni Mitchell, but hey, hey, they're the Monkees!
This inspired me to listen to Joni again. Blue was a big part of my youth too. We were lucky to have so much great music. I'm smiling big at August enjoying it. Enjoy your alone time with Mr. Moon.
A beautiful little soul, isn't he?
I think my favorite of this was August saying the sky was up.
That bedtime story about August and Blue and Jack is one of the best I have EVER heard!!!
That is one sweet boy...Enjoy your evening.
I was never a big Joni Mitchell fan, went more for rock and roll than folk. the last several years the grandkids came for the summer visits, Jade would go through my LPs just pulling them out at random and we would listen to them. she really like Billy Joel. can't wait to see those jungle fowl when they grow up.
Look at those amazing carrots and that amazing outfit! If you're going to bond with a grandchild, "Blue" is a pretty terrific album to choose as a soundtrack. Your own "Little Green."
August is a very precise little boy. I love how he corrects you but he's also learning the more humorous side of things. He is so cute!


Dome results from PCalc Pro for the iPad. Supports both algebraic or RPN modes.
Years ago I wrote a set of dome functions for an iOS calculator application — MACalc. I was tempted to write a custom iOS app, but calculating the surface area of a dome is only the first step. We usually want to multiply that number by a different number to estimate the price of a dome shell or how many cubic yards of shotcrete we'll need. Integrating dome functions with a calculator was more useful.
When Apple released iOS 11, they stopped supporting older 32-bit applications like MACalc. It hadn't been updated since the iPhone 5 was released. We've grown to depend on that calculator. We use it all the time. Now it's gone. We needed something new.
We found is PCalc Pro. It runs on the iPhone and iPad. Plus there is a Mac version. It's also programmable. Of course, that's the trick. You must have PCalc Pro since PCalc Lite doesn't support programmable functions.
It's $9.99 on the App Store. It's a comprehensive calculator that runs in algebraic or RPN modes, supports hundreds of functions and is worthwhile on it's own.
Installing PCalc dome functions is easy. Open this page in the web browser on the device running PCalc. Click either the Algebraic or RPN version of the dome functions depending on what mode you prefer using PCalc. For me it's RPN.
These functions are for spherical domes and half oblate ellipsoids. For 90 percent of our needs these are enough. Plus they are the easiest to use since it only requires a diameter and height. It mirrors the same functionality of the standard Dome Calculator on our website.
For prolate ellipsoids or partial oblate ellipsoids you will still need to use our web based Advanced Calculator.
Set up PCalc by clicking the "(i)" button then turning on "Multiple Memories".
Short instructions are to save the diameter in memory 1 and height in memory 2, click "f(x)" and select the Dome worksheet. It shows a variety of calculated results. Click on any result to push to the calculator for more work.
Let's try a couple examples.
Note that Dome calculates both oblate and spherical calculations together. We did this rather than create two worksheets for convenience. Just ignore the results for oblate functions for now (because nobody wants to build 105 by 35 foot half oblate ellipsoid).
The Diameter and Height are there as confirmation you are working with the diameter and height you intended to use, plus you can click either one to push them to the calculator if you need them later. The floor calculations are universal for oblate and spherical domes. The surface distance is measured from the dome apex following the curve to the ground.
Units are the same as input. Since we used feet, the answers are in feet, square feet, and cubic feet (as appropriate). For example, the dome is 173,982 cubic feet in volume and 12,507 square feet for surface area.
Again we ignore the spherical answers and focus on the oblate results. We see that a 32-foot diameter Oberon is 804 square feet of living space. The surface area is only 6,970 square feet.
The iPad and Mac versions work the same way.
PCalc is fully customizable from the look-and-feel to exactly what each button does. You can assign specific functions from the Dome worksheet to single buttons. The iPhone version changes if you hold it horizontally, showing more buttons. You can have quick access to dome areas, for example, if you set individual buttons to return Floor Area, Oblate Surface Area, and Sphere Surface Area.
PCalc is regularly updated so we expect to use it for years to come.
PCalc Pro for the iPad.
Functions worksheet for iPhone PCalc.
Dome function results for iPhone PCalc.
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Maureen Fay Foster of Coeur d'Alene, Idaho was called home to forever be with the Lord on February 17th, 2022. She was 86 years old and passed peacefully and without pain at the Schneidmiller House at Hospice of North Idaho. Maureen was born on October 8th, 1935, to Herbert and Mary Bahr in Gillett, Wisconsin. She was the youngest of 5 children. Her father was a cheesemaker, and she grew up in the rural areas of central Wisconsin. After graduating from Iola Highschool in 1953, Maureen attended Bethany Lutheran Bible College in Minnesota, where she earned a teaching degree. Shortly after finishing college, Maureen moved to California to teach elementary grade classes at a Lutheran school. Maureen was a devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was married to her beloved husband, Gary in 1969. She and Gary were blessed with two sons and four grandchildren. Maureen was kind and very thoughtful. She would often go out of her way to be considerate of others and was always troubled to be thought of as a burden to anyone else. She was warm and caring, always ready with a warm hug and a cheerful word of encouragement. She had an optimistic spirit and would always "look on the bright side" of things. She lived a life that reflected the hope and light that lived within her. Maureen enjoyed playing music on piano and had fond memories of her time spent singing in a travelling choir. She was a dedicated mom who always supported her sons' many athletic endeavors. She was also very skilled and greatly enjoyed needle crafts, especially cross stitching. She had a love of reading and always had many books close at hand. After the boys were raised and out of the house, Maureen and her husband, Gary began a series of travel adventures which she truly enjoyed. She and Gary travelled the world, often with friends and family. Europe, Alaska, Australia, New Zealand, the Caribbean, Central America, and nearly all parts of the U.S. were places that she and Gary visited. Maureen loved the Lord and would often express gratitude and thanksgiving for the many blessings that He had gifted to her. She absolutely loved the celebrations of Christmas and Easter and always cherished those times when the family would be together. Maureen is survived by her sons, David (Sonya) Foster, Scott (Stacey) Foster, brother Rod Bahr, sister Nadine Ross, and grandchildren Owen, Anna, Matthew, and Elizabeth. She was preceded in death by her husband Gary, her father and mother, brother Vernon (Bud) Bahr, and sister Ruth Koehler. In lieu of flowers, please direct memorial donations to Hospice of North Idaho at https://www.hospiceofnorthidaho.org/donate/ or The Alzheimer's Association at https://www.alz.org/
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Stars shine at Cole Bros. Circus of the Stars
The New Cole Bros. Circus will be held at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at Camelback Ski Resort in Tannersville.
Featured will be elephants, flying trapeze, Chinese acrobats, clowns, horseback riding, jugglers, The Moulin Rouge Poodles, human cannonball and more.
Advance tickets are available through Monday at the Stroud Mall Customer Service; www.tickets.com; or by phone (888) 332-5200. On show days, tickets are available only at the circus box office.
Cost is $17 for adult general admission and $12 for children 12 and under. Reserved seat upgrade is $3 and a VIP seat upgrade is $5.
Tent raising opening day will be from 7 to 10 a.m. Witness the circus build a Big Top in just one morning. Best photo opportunities are from 8 to 10 a.m. There is ample free parking, and school buses and group tours are welcome. For guided group tours, contact Mario Vitali at (941) 685-4001, at least 24 hours in advance of opening day.
The 2007 edition of Cole Bros. Circus of the Stars shines the spotlight on thrills in 100 minutes of high action presented by daredevil performers from around the world. Revving immediately into high gear, The World�s Largest Circus under the Big Top opens with ThunderDrome, where extreme riders from Latin America defy gravity in an act that doubles the danger when the Moto-Globe of Death splits in two. Beijing�s Bungee Divers display pluck and impeccable timing, plummeting from a lofty roost in a human cascade.
From Guatemala, the Ponce Family Flyers fearlessly soar across the tent, triple-somersaulting from the trapeze. Taking juggling to new heights, the Kim Brothers vault onto horseback to manipulate spinning objects while balanced atop their rapidly moving mounts. Ukraine�s Zarina, the bravest woman on the planet, blasts off from the cannon in a trajectory that traverses a maze of rigging and spans the length of the big top.
On hand to provide comic relief are The Bermudez Clowns, along with Brazil�s amazing Andrey, the world�s wackiest acrobat. Bulgarian gymnasts, Petya and Viky, center an array of artists on twin chiffons, slender swings and twirling ladders in a stunning aerial display. And Abuhadba�s poodles compete with the Cole Bros. Circus elephants, Tina and Jewel, to steal the show.
Under the direction of Ringmaster Chris Connors and singing co-host, Alissandra, Cole Bros. Circus of the Stars is pure circus.


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A: Так происходит потому что у шрифта есть область содержимого(контейнер), ее установил автор шрифта и вней отрисовуются элементы(знаки/буквы и тп).
У каждого шрифта есть свои метрики(размеры), размер контейнера вашего шрифта равен 1000em (или UPM, units per em — единиц на кегль), а заглавные буквы равны 700. Из за этого получается пространство вокруг элемента. Так же, стандартное значение line-height: normal может задавть доп. пространство, исходя из метрик для вашего шрифта оно будет равно
Ascent(1000) + Descent(250) + Line Gap(0) = 1.25(1250)
Что даст нам при font-size: 100px строку высотой в 125px. Но, сами буквы будут 70px - заглавные и 51 - строчные.
Что бы получить высоту заглавных в 72px нам нужно, желаемый размер разделить на высоту заглавных для вашего шрифта:
72 / 0.7 = ~103(font-size: 103px).
P.S. Данные расчеты исключительно для демонстрации. На практике скорее всего они вам не пригодяться, так как все шрифты имеют разные характеристики, их размер может зависеть от ОС и других факторов.
Более подробно описанно в Неизведанные глубины CSS: метрики шрифта, line-height и vertical-align

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is the author of Sandplay and the Clinical Relationship, Relational SandplayTherapy and many articles in the Journal of Sandplay Therapy on the topic of the clinical relationship in sandplay. She gives trainings on the clinical relationship, the therapist's use of self, Jungian approaches, and sandplay throughout the San Francisco Bay Area in both graduate and postgraduate settings, and for many years, was adjunct faculty at The California Institute of Integral Studies and in the Sonoma State University Depth Psychology Graduate Program.
Linda holds a doctorate in East-West Psychology. She has been a psychotherapist for over 25 years, and is in private practice in San Francisco and Corte Madera, California. You may contact Linda at Linda@drlindacunningham.com or 415-346-6363.
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I have trained therapists in sandplay therapy for almost 20 years. What strikes me most about these trainings is the sense of awe experienced by the participants as they witness the healing power of this method through case material and through their own experience of it. As they dig into the sand, choose meaningful figures and build their own sandtrays–a very important part of the training–they experience the numinous depth of sandplay. It is very difficult to communicate to the naive reader what this is like. As with so many things, you must experience it for yourself. One can get a sense of this deepening by viewing slides of sandplay cases, verbally playing with the possible meanings of the images in the sand, but sandplay is a hands on experience, a visceral, emotional experience of deepening into oneself. To fully appreciate this experience, thus expanding your learning of sandplay, I recommend you find a training that provides you with your own experience of making a tray.
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Posted on July 18, 2012 by Abdul Rahim in OTHER SPORTS No Comments
Dublin – Ireland, July 17, 2012: The IRB has announced figures showing that the Olympic sport of Rugby Sevens has gained further ground in the eyes of international broadcasters. The broadcast report on the 2011/12 HSBC Sevens World Series, published by the IRB's television distribution partner Pro-Active Television, confirms another record global audience switched on to Sevens, with particular advances made in the number of live hours shown.
The grand prix-style nine-round World Series, which is set to expand to 10 for 2012/13, accumulated a record 4,283 hours of total airtime – a 17 per cent increase on the previous season – with a dramatic uplift in live coverage, which rose 35 per cent to 1,565 hours. Television broadcast coverage reached a total of 152 territories across six continents, with 31 broadcasters showing action from the Series.
Programming from the season of Sevens was carried in 16 languages and reached 374 million homes, with an estimated potential audience of 850 million people.
Only seven years ago, the total airtime for the World Series stood at just 300 hours, underlining the considerable advances Rugby Sevens has made in the eyes of international broadcasters and the global sporting public.
Major advances were made in Asia, particularly the Indian sub-continent, and in Eastern Europe, while women's Sevens and the IRB Challenge Cup events gained a major broadcast platform.
In addition, the official highlights programme 'IRB Sevens World' was taken by 17 broadcasters, while bespoke online videos attracted almost 1.5 million views on the official website, irbsevens.com, and Youtube.
Over the same season online interest in the Series grew by 70%. The official website www.irbsevens.com attracted over 7.5 million page views from a user base spanning 214 countries, with 21% of that traffic coming from mobile devices. Enhanced social media platforms added an interactive element for fans around the world.
IRB Chairman, Bernard Lapasset said: "The HSBC Sevens World Series is now firmly established as one of the world's major sporting attractions and these latest record broadcast and online figures reflect a sport that is attracting new fans all around the world with its winning blend of skill, speed, global participation, highly competitive matches and unique festival atmosphere.
"The 2012/13 Series is set to be even better in what promises to be a stellar year for Sevens that will see Argentina join the Series as a host, the inception of a first-ever IRB Women's Sevens Series and Rugby World Cup Sevens 2013 in Moscow as the grand finale.
"Add to the mix that we will also be at the beginning of a new Olympic cycle, a cycle that will culminate in Rugby Sevens making its debut at Rio 2016, and it is clear that these are exceptionally exciting times for Rugby Sevens and the development of our sport around the world."
Giles Morgan, Group Head of Sponsorship & Events at HSBC added: "As we now look forward to our third season as title sponsor, HSBC is delighted that more and more sports fans around the world are enjoying this world class competition. Over 540,000 fans attended tournaments last season, 10% more than the year before, and with the growth in 2012/13 to include Argentina on the calendar, the Series clearly is going from strength to strength.
"Along with some very encouraging advances in digital and social media allowing fans to connect and interact with other fans of Sevens internationally, these impressive broadcast figures show how exciting and engaging the HSBC Sevens World Series is, and also underlines its potential for further growth."
The 2011/12 HSBC Sevens World Series comprised nine tournaments in Australia (Gold Coast), Dubai, South Africa (Port Elizabeth), New Zealand (Wellington), USA (Las Vegas), Hong Kong, Japan (Tokyo), Scotland (Glasgow), England (London). —– IRB
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## Scripts

[Create Jenkins API user](./newApiUser.groovy)

Create new Jenkins API user with limited permissions.

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