DFW International Dinner with 23 Mayors

WOW! I don’t think there are enough words that could possibly describe the greatness of the DFW International Meeting & Dinner I attended with Ms.Jennifer the CEO of MissAfricaTexas Pageant on Thursday night, 8/26/10. Please stay tuned until the end of this blog post to read a very important message I have to say. The DFW International Community Alliance is the portal to international North Texas, a region where 44% of the residents are either New Americans or first or second generation. DFW International is a network of over 1,600 internationally-focused organizations in the DFW metroplex and embodies the cultural and economic vibrancy of the global community. Therefore,by my platform,which is Raising Awareness for little kids with cancer,I felt it extremely fitting to be a part of this magnificent event! After each of the 23Mayors were introduced, I presented the Mayor of Dallas, Tom Leppert with a certificate after his speech. Now this a Mayor that is hard to get a hold of! He’s always busy with other Mayors discussing important matters so being able to snap a photo with him is an honor!
As Miss Africa Texas People Choice Winner, I had many important duties to fulfill during the dinner. At the VIP Welcoming Reception, I was to present the Mayors in attendance with an American Flag scarf. This was a great honor because firstly, I got to meet all the mayors and it fits with my culture. This allowed me to get a brief moment to chat with the mayors or the Mayor Pro Tems.
Among many other duties I had during the evening,was the Parade of Nations. This is when a representative from each country is chosen as the flag bearer. When each country is called out, the population of that country’s people in the DFW Area is called out. Now i didnt get a chance to carry the Nigerian flag but the lovely Ms Jennifer was called as a Cameroonian representative. Now,the actual dinner! Before dinner was served, I was introduced as Miss Africa Texas People's winner for the other guests, since I had only met the Mayors before then =)
The first course was by Kasbah Grill (Morocco).Danals Restaurant (Mexico) provided the second course with tamales and quesadillas.Kalahari (Nigeria) served the third course with Plantains and Jollof rice, shaved chicken"i'd say i cook better then what i had on my plate but i know its not easy cooking to impress those mayors" ; ) During this course, a beautiful young African Dance group performed.The fourth course was from Bali Slush (Indonesia)but my stomach felt like it was about to burst.
Dessert was served by the famous, La Duni! There were chocolate truffles, apple pie with powdered sugar, among many other delectable pastries! I must admit, I waited the whole evening for the fifth course of dessert =) I didnt get a chance to take a photo with the Pastry Chef, Dovia Borja but while networking i met her and she told me that the next time I come to La Duni, to say hello and she’ll give me treats. I’m definitely taking her up on her offer! The whole evening was filled with great people, incredible inspiring stories about people who came to America to live the American dream, and wonderful food. Anne Marie Weiss, the coordinator of this phenomenal event said that, “Dallas is the new Ellis Island.”

Me Xs Four

✿Four names i go by:
Sonia, soniiBabi,Tumini, tumz,
✿Four countries you would like to visit:
Brazil,Canada,china,Rome
✿Four things you want right now:
A teacup yorkie puppy & A new car
✿Four things you never leave the house without:
Phone,purse,clothes,car keys
✿Four things you love to eat:
Chocolate,strawberries wit sugar,french fries
✿Four alcoholic beverages you enjoy:
Nuvo!,margaritas,pinacaladas & Fine Wines
✿Four favorite ways to kill time:
The Internet,hanging out with friends,music,sleeping
✿Four TV shows i Watch:
BadGirlsClub,TheGame,Pretty Little liars,TyraBanks Show
✿Four places i have been:

England,Malaysia,Nigeria,New Orleans
✿Four people who text/BBM me Regularly

Cherissa,my boo,Sylvia,Sammie
✿Four things I’ve always wanted to do in my life:
travel d world,Make Millions,Meet Oprah,Win a Pageant
✿Four things that make me happy:
Family.TheBoo.Friends,Summer Vac,anything wit Oreos,Shopping
✿Four things I’m currently into:
my pageant,school,my relationship,the daycare kids,twitter
✿Four Makeup/Beauty Products I Can't Live Without:

chap stick,mascara,cleanser,flat iron
✿Four things some people may or may not know about me:
I'm a neat freak,car crushes scare me,i love HelloKitty, I barely drink water O_o

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MISS. COCO CHANEL!

Happy belated birthday to one of my fave Leo’s, Miss. Chanel! Her birthday was yesterday Aug 19 – she would have been 127 yrs old! Thank you for your timeless classic designs and keeping the Chanel quilted flap bag one of the most sought after bags!

What have I been up to?

I haven't been posting much about whats going on in my real life lately. So here goes...

Ive been really busy with kids lately. Finally!! We have been performing! Not just rehearsing. Its going really well. I love all them kids so much. Its been fun getting back to this whole DayCare..Mentor for kids thing. It reminds me so much of lower school at St.Martins back in new orleans.

We are simply killing it on stage.October16th the MissAfrica TexasPageant. Its just around the corner Please Please do NOT procrastinate on getting your tickets because the tickets are limited and more expensive at the door. Nobody wants to miss a night to see, beautiful, elegant, educated and sophisticated ladies strut their stuff. Come a...nd support us. Call 857-928-8491 for more info about tickets and pricing

I haven't touched a book this whole summer!!Not Good at All..School starts in a week and its making me very sad. Well not really New School New Friends And a New car by God's Grace! ^_^

The boyfriend and I are wonderful. Simply wonderful. He makes me laugh and I luv the d way he says Tumini : ) still.

Ive been Thinking about having my own Website..The CEO of my Pageant gave me alot of Ideas and I wanna start looking at the big picture here..i mean..i am, The MissAfricaTexas People's Choice Queen 2010! lol i dont see why not..what do U guys think? : )

I'm inspired. Very very inspired, but still experiencing a bit of cement syndrome. Big plans and dreams flood my mind everyday, yet I am slow moving. Time to change that though!!!

❤-Tu.MiniSoniDoll xXx

Jay-z Is Still A Cash King

Forbes has just released their annual “Cash Kings of Hip Hop” list with Jay-z landing in the top spot for the second year in a row. He raked in an estimated $63 million, which includes a worldwide tour (grossing about $1 million per show), co-ownership in the 40/40 club, and stake in the New Jersey Nets. Other contenders include Diddy (30 million), Akon (21 million) & Lil Wayne (20 Million).

Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter – $63m
Sean “P. Diddy” Combs – $30m
Aliuane “Akon” Thiam – $21m
Dwayne “Lil Wayne” Carter – $20m
Andre “Dr. Dre” Young – $17m
Christoper “Ludacris” Bridges – $16m
Calvin “Snoop Dogg” Broadus – $15m
Timothy “Timbaland” Mosely – $14m
Pharrell Williams -$13m
Kanye West – $12m
Drake – $10m
TI – $9m
Swizz Beatz – $9m
Marshall Mathers – $8m
50 Cent – $8m
Young Jeezy – $8m
Common – $7m
Soulja Boy – $6m
T-Pain – $6m
Lil Jon – $5m
Gucci Mane – $5m
Rick Ross – $5m
List via www.Forbes.com & The Life Files

Sunday's Mid-Night Rush

Start cutting negative peoplel out your life.

Let the positive energy flow.

Get rid of DEAD weight.

It will only drain you. #KeepItMoving...

Recognize your blessing when they are smack dab in your face! #Pow

i'm feeling so good today.have a blessed sunday folks. : )

LUCK when preparation meets opportunity LIVE YOUR DREAMS

Don't loose what God has blessed you with

l'm Sonia Green & I'm Contesting For MissAfricaTexas

Town Hall with Young African Leaders

President Obama holds a town hall meeting with Young African Leaders from over 50 countries about the future of Africa in an interconnected world and the role of the United States as a partner with African nations.

fyi...
The Best of Africa brings together all that is best about the African continent. African personalities, Musicians, sports personalities, leaders, heroes and all those that make us proud.

The Best of Africa is about telling the positive stories, not the negative stories as we are so often used to. You will read about people that makes us proud; institutions that deliver and our rich cultural heritage.

SoniaGreen MissAfricaTexas Finalist
SideNote www.missafricatexas.com: One of the reasons we do what we do. Building Confident Young leaders to Represent the Great Nation Of Africa.!! To love africa we have to promote and Love it.

Tia Mowry, Lauren London, Kyla Pratt & More Cover 'Fearless Magazine'

http://www.fearlessmag.com/ Young black Hollywood is not to be forgotten and Fearless Magazine is making sure of this by launching its "Fearless Class of 2010". The cover of the new magazine features beautiful young black women who don't get the shine they deserve in Hollywood. Tia Mowry, Naturi Naughton, Monique Coleman, Jennifer Freeman, Kyla Pratt, Tiffany Hines, Chyna Layne and Lauren London all grace the cover.

Vanity Fair magazine was criticized for featuring only white actresses in their "New Hollywood" issue and Fearless magazine answers back with women of color. "The idea to put a group of young women on the cover was thought of long before the year's Vanity Fair controversy, but after it happened, our Editorial Board thought it was a great opportunity to celebrate women of color who are actresses in Young Hollywood," said Arian Simone, the magazine's editorial director.

❤ My 1 "n" Only Twiny

"Cool breeze from a blissful British spring, mixed with the sun from an Indian summer With love"-Vanessa Power

Name:
Vanessa Chica Power
Age:
+19
Hobbies:
God,fashion,cocktails,I love the 80's&the 60's!Crayons&old wooden pencils! Henri-Cartier Bresson...inspirational music
Hometown:
London, United Kingdom
Background:
-African
Favorite Designer
:)
Single OR Taken:
already.taken
Dreams and goals:
Fashion Journalist
Inspiration:
....
MORE OF MY TWiiNY

follow up on her blog
http://www.powerstilettoz.com/
Facebook Profile: facebook.com/vanessa.c.power
SIDENOTE:

I had a dream some years ago..... I have the mind of a teenage bratt, the body of an ameateur athlete...with the ability to think, create and write! Reality.... I have a brain that ticks like Anna Wintour, the body of a LA native, hands that play the guitar like it was made for me....yet, the ability to think, create and write still remains

This life is what you make it.

I cant even begin to tell you how amazing things are right now. My life is full, my heart is light and I am moving in big and positive directions. I am such a firm believe in revealing your true dreams and intentions to the universe and letting the it take over. You have no idea what the universe has been giving me in the past couple of weeks. I am so excited for what is coming up and whatever else is in store for me. Yay. Life is so good. Just you wait and see.
suc·cess
A word, in my opinion, that goes hand-in-hand with love – Everybody wants it, Everybody describes it differently depending on their perspective and once it is attained, The percentages of self-happiness are often still low.

❤-Tu.MiniLondonDoll

xXx

Quick thought...

Random Blogging

saw this on ♥lipgloss86 page.... so since im bored might as well makeup mines

Mood: pretty darn good -- i love this weather && im content :)

First words out of my mouth this morning: I dont wanna wake uppp yet.

What I’m looking forward to this week:my weekend ! CEO of MissAfricaTexas will be in Houston This Weekend Yay!! Meetings & ViP Star Treatment =D.

One thing I’d like to improve about myself: enjoying life more , being less cautious about stuff && people...

Last dream I can remember: oh em gee -- i woke up today shocked...i Wined & Dined With the Obama's Ugh The Best Feeling

Cheeks and lips: covergirl pretty in pink blush && lips are shinylicious mabyeline strawberry tart.

Outfit: white tee V.NECK still/ ripped skinny jeans/black sandals. Fragrance: glow by jlo

Weekly goals:Staying positive...Life is Good i'v hard so im enjoying it so proud.

❤-Tu.MiniSoniDoll xXx

There Are Men You Date, and Men You Marry

By: T.S Johnson

They say you can’t turn a ho into a housewife.

Well, you can’t turn a hoe into a husband either.

Ultimately there are men you date and there are men you marry. Unfortunately, too many women don’t know the difference and are paying dearly for their ignorance. There was a Jazmine Sullivan song that illustrated this point perfectly. From “I’m in Love with Another Man”:

If I could… could forget him
I would… please believe me
And I know that I should throw the towel in
But baby it’s not… not that easy
You treat me so much better than him
And if I was sane there’d be no competition
But… but I’m in love with someone else
And I’m so sorry
I’m in love with another man
And I know it aint right

I can’t explain why it’s him and not you
But at the end of the day baby I just don’t want to
Cause he aint no doctor
And we always seem to fight, he got the perfect body
And sometimes he don’t even treat me right
Oh but when I’m with him, but when I’m with him
When I’m with him, aint nobody else like it
I’m so sorry baby that I have to do this to you
But I can’t go on pretending…
Cause I love him, I love him
And I’m so sorry… do you hear me?

Who the hell leaves a doctor for some guy who doesn’t treat you right, you argue with, and isn’t going anywhere? What…because you love him…yeah…okay. That isn’t love Sullivan is singing about. That’s lust mixed with a healthy dose of stupidity.

The kind of “love” Sullivan is singing about will have you knocked up, alone, with an STD while your man is off “loving” someone else. No woman in her right mind leaves the man who has been good to her, takes good care of her, is looking to marry her for the guy who the only has the “perfect body” and can the ability to blow your back out.

The difference between being a grown woman and still thinking like a child is knowing everything that looks good (or feels good) to you ain’t good for you. If you’re thinking long term, you know Mr. Dependable always wins out over Mr. Feel Good. As a matter of fact – it wouldn’t even be a competition.

Grown women know, even if you sleep with the thug, you don’t break up with the good guy. You get thug-boy out your system and you marry your man. While I don’t advocate cheating, I advocate stupidity even less. To any woman who would find herself in this situation, I’d say: Grow the hell up. Your future is worth more than a good lay.