Join me on my life's journey as I explore my thoughts about my Faith, being an entrepreneur, my culture and any other thoughts as they materialize...AND what it means to be "seen."
Come enjoy powerful networking, free gift bags, free food, promote your business to some of Charlotte's most influential business people, and much more!
I'll be there to support Dany Eason's (my partner in crime) newest philantropic venture, Young Gents---a peer to peer mentoring program specifically aimed at boys. Come out, show support, have a great time!
I'm talking about the teaching bug. People ask me everyday about social media--I'm not really an expert per se because, let's face it, no one really is; however I am willing to share the expertise that I acquired through trial and error...jumping in with both feet and still managing to stay afloat. So, ever since I was a guest lecturer for that online class for NYU's Continuing Education Course this summer, I've wanted to teach again. I still flirt with the idea of going back for my Ph D...or at least another Masters, we'll see. In the interim, I'm fulfilling my itch by teaching a beginners course on social media. It is my hope that someone will find it useful. It is part of my new seminar series for Aspiring Entrepreneurs. I'd love to see you there.
Anyone who knows me personally, understands that I have a phenomenal relationship with my mother. Simply put, as I have stated before, she is the coolest woman on the planet. Especially now that she is rocking her short cut (she trimmed her locks after 30 plus years this summer). I've had the pleasure of reading Mother Wit: Stories of Mothers and Daughters by Angelia Vernon Menchan and Dera R. Williams, giving me insight on other types of mother-daughter pairings. As a rule, I usually don't read collections or anthologies, but I must say I was pleasantly surprised. These stories have all you could ask for drama, sweet sensibilities and strong writing. Each story reminded me of how incredible the relational bond between mothers and daughters (biological or spiritual) can be...and I know from experience that bond can be some powerful stuff:-).
Here is the synopsis: "Mother Wit explores the complicated relationships between mothers and daughters, stepmothers and stepdaughters and it encompasses the romantic and family relationships that bind, separate and bond them one to the other."
About the Authors
Angelia Vernon Menchan
Angelia Vernon Menchan is a wife, mother, mentor, writer, publisher, and child of God; whose goal is to reach as many as she can through the written word and do what God has asked of her, Mentor by Writing. Angelia resides in Jacksonville, Florida with her love of 32 years; Maurice Menchan. Mother Wit is her 10th book published through her company MAmm Productions since 2006. Visit her at http://www.angeliamenchan.com/ or www.twitter.com/angelmenchan.
Dera R. Williams
Dera R. Williams lives, works and plays in the Oakland/Bay Area where she is employed at a local community college. Proud of her southern roots, she is the family historian and storyteller. As a writer she has contributed to several anthologies and journals, most recently, Go, Tell Michelle: African American Women Write to the New First Lady. Dera had also done academic writing for reference manuals. She is a book reviewer in print and online publications, and active in local literary events.
*Please Note: A Copy of Mother Wit was provided by the Authors for review purposes.
Granted September is always a busy month for art, music fashion and style, but seriously, this is the most action I've seen in the city in a good long while. It's a beautiful thing to see my hometown on the come up...
Last week, there were Fashion Night Out events all over (major shout to Effie from Lotus for putting on an entertaining fashion show at Butter...loved it); NDemand Magazine did a wonderful job with a fashion-forward production (and they made sure I had front row...muy importante, wink) last week, I'm hope to see more from them. Charlotte STYLE Magazine made the trip to NYC for fashion week...and more.
And of course, I am super excited about what's to come...Charlotte NC Fashion Week starts on 9/23 with the finale on 9/25...which also happens to be a big day for JSW Media Group. Our client, Katrise Jones is hosting the Grand Opening of Salon Se Swa with new co-owner Lil' Kim. We are helping to plan a series of glam events for the "Se Swa" weekend, starting with a ribbon-cutting with Mayor ProTem Patrick Cannon and Council Member Michael Barnes. Read the full press release here. If you are local press and want a spot on the red carpet during the grand opening, hit me up before Wednesday.
God really knows how to get your attention. I'm glad because sometimes we need that swift kick in the pants and a MAJOR reality check to get us back on track. Life has been non stop for the past few months. It's been great for the most part as well as very enlightening. My blinders are officially off now, no more rose-colored glass living for me (at least not for the moment). During the past two weeks especially I've had to deal with heartbreakers, back stabbers and other unsavory characters; I learned (well, relearned) four important lessons:
1). People will use you if you let them.
2). Keep your circle of friends small, it's safer that way.
3). People say things they don't really mean ALL THE TIME (i.e I love you, I respect you, I'm your friend--the harsh reality--sometimes it's a lie)
4). If you watch someone long enough, his or her actions will tell you who they really are. Point blank. Period.
Unfortunately, I have had to see the true essence of people's personalities ooze forth from their seemingly friendly exterior. I'm glad God looks on the heart...
So, this is my theme song for the fall. I'm not afraid, I don't have time for foolishness and I am ready for what's next. I will not pretend. What you see if what you get. Either you get on the train and ride, or you jump off the tracks...your choice.
So if you are one of the special people, then I am sure that you got your invitation weeks ago like I did and already RVSP'd. If not, this is what you will miss.
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