OJ's journal to happiness

The world is an amazing place and the people you meet along the way can teach you a lot. My son is an NSHSS member and such a great honor! We went to New York to join the special presentation and award ceremony. Although Claes Nobel did not make it, his video presentation captures everyone’s attention. The family legacy and mission is to improve lives and provide hope. I listened and took note of every word he was saying. It seemed as though he and I had a cup of coffee in the past because it was almost he had been speaking directly to me and sharing his inspirations throughout my life. The trip to New York Academy of Medicine is the dream of the healthcare provider and educator because innovation in our field is crucial. My son who has a weighted GPA of higher than 3.5, took his SAT at age 12, and currently dual enrolled in Bethune Cookman University , while taking all honors courses is going to college for computer engineering. He is absolutely brilliant! ...

http://daytonatimes.com/2016/09/black-women-gather-in-flagler-for-networking-event/ Black women gather in Flagler for networking event September 22, 2016   Filed under  DAYTONA BEACH ,  EVENTS   Posted by  DT Author Organizer Carmen A. Gray, third from left, participates in a panel discussion. The “Who’s That Lady?” Black Women’s Expo Business Network event was held on Sunday at The Purpose Center in Flagler Beach. According to organizer Carmen A. Gray, the event was to provide a spotlight on premier minority women-owned businesses “that are impacting our lives, locally, nationally & globally right in our own neighborhoods.’’ Gray, founder of JJ Artisan Coffee & Gifts LLC, has created conferences, workshops and seminars for thousands, as well as for smaller intimate groups. She created a women’s network, Dinner with Friends Women’s Network, LLC., in Atlanta, and produced the “Dinner with Friends Women’s Network’’ TV program. Left:...

https://www.facebook.com/TobaccoValleyTheMovie/videos/444556922310677/ The film is going to amaze you! This is a newspaper article from the early 1960's of Leona Douglas, my friend and producer - Iona Douglas singing with her band. It's documented that Leona Douglas was the first African American Female to record on a Country Music Label! TOBACCO VALLEY The Movie Highlights her Legacy!

Do you see this? It is kind of heavy! Thank you so much Sharlyn for traveling from Orlando to share tools of success during our monthly publishing series. Her books are amazing and I am sharing the link for those who missed the workshop yesterday can purchase her books or contact you directly for more details.  http://www.takeupthysword.com