:: In Memorium::

:: As the evening closes, let's take a moment to remember all of the lives lost and families destroyed on this day nine years ago, including the 44 victims aboard United Airlines flight 93 that found its final resting place in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. Let's put politics aside and honor the amazing courage exhibited by the victims and emergency response team with all of the sensitivity and humanity that is due. It is only by God's grace that we live and breathe! ::

In His service...

September 11, 2010: 10th Annual Laura Sims Skate House Health Fair

My dreams of becoming an Olympic Skater were reborn!!

My new friend and I, Ms. Capers!

Siblings, Mr. and Ms. Sims (of the Laura Sims Skate Rink)

City Council representative, Jim Roebuk

The Laura Sims Skate House in West Philadelphia served as the venue for the Health and Safety Community Fair. Community members were treated to health screenings, information exhibits, healthy snacks, chair massages (if only I had the time to indulge), nutritious food demonstrations, give-aways and inspirational words as they perused the floor of the roller rink.

The Sims rink has a rich history in the West Philadelphia community, providing family friendly entertainment, instructional courses and excercise to young and old alike! As a part of my "Meet and Greet" session I had an opportunity to address the audience with the two areas I find most pressing education and health care. I had a beautiful experience with the Skate House family and I look forward to starting my Winter olympics training on the ice rink this winter ;)

In His service...

Somewhere in there... I GRADUATED!!

Mama I made it!

My proud mom (right), auntie (left) and I peacing out with two fingers because we know that even this is still just the beginning!!!


My family/crew and I celebrating in the middle of Braod street--traffic-shmaffic!

Cap: Check!, Sash: Check!, M.S. in Forensic Medicine: Check!, Fabulous clutch purse to match my cap and gown: Check!

Im ready for my close up :)

As you all know EDUCATION and STRIVING for EXCELLENCE have and will always be core components of my life's platform. As such I find it necessary to not only teach but to be an example of all of the opportunities that await those who are not afraid to work hard and exude love. As I said previously--this is only the beginning-- and I look forward to all that God has for me!!

In His service...

Miss Black USA Pageant 2010

My oration: Sojourner Truth "Aint I A Woman"

Receing the Heart and Soul Outstanding Community Service Award!

(I can die a happy woman now!!)

Us finalists receiving roses from the most adorable little princesses I have ever seen!!

**heart melting**

Struttin' my stuff!



PA and NJ in the house!!! Or should I say in the sand at the site of "The Awakening" at National Harbor

The one and only supermodel extraoidinairre--Stacy McKenzie!! She taught me that Diva stare by the end of the week!

My fellow Queens and I on a yacht cruise around the Nation's Capital!

Ahhhh the life :)

WV, PA, NJ and DC representing at the American Heart Assoc Red Dress Reception at the W Hotel in Washington DC

Thank you to everyone who has offered their love, support and prayers throughout my year of service. I was selected as a finalist and was awarded the Heart and Soul Outstanding Community Service Award !! Wooohoooo!!! I am both proud and honored :)

God truly revealed himself throughout the "pageant process" and it was an incredible experience of growth and perseverence! I met some phenomenal women who are changing the world--as we speak-- and I cant wait to see them all at the top!

For all who are familiar with me, you already know to stay tuned and keep all hands inside of the vehicle because this ride has not come to a complete stop!! ;)

In His service....