Cece In The City

Author: Cece in the City

  • Gail Devers

    Gail Devers

    By: Cece Hymes

    Gail Devers is a retired track and field sprinter who competed in the 60 meters, 60m hurdles, 100m and 100m hurdles. She is definitely a sports icon. She has inspired people all over the world. Gail was inducted into the National Track and Field Hall of Fame.

    Here are some of my favorite quotes by her:

    “Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try”

    “Keep your dreams alive”

    “Remember all things are possible for those who believe”

    I want to give her roses today. Gail was always recognizable for her long nails, forcing her to use her fists at the starting line, rather than her fingers. Did you know she owns a resort in Guyana with her husband and runs her own charity foundation.

    What are some of the greatest moments you would like to share with Gail Devers? Also make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl.

     

  • Floyd Mayweather Jr.

    Floyd Mayweather Jr

    By: Cece Hymes

    Floyd Mayweather Jr. is a boxing promoter and professional boxer. He currently owns a team in the NASCAR Cup Series named The Money Team Racing.  He is undefeated in boxing, winning 15 major world championships from super featherweight to light middleweight.

    He is definitely one of the greatest boxers in the world. He has inspired so many boxers all over the world.  Here are some quotes I like by Floyd:

    “No-One’s perfect. There’s only two things perfect- GOD and my Boxing Record”

    “A true champion can adapt to anything”

    “When you’re the best, you only want to surround yourself with the best”

    Floyd has won plenty of awards and he was inducted into the international Boxing Hall of Fame.  He is one of the highest paid athletes in the world. I got to give him his roses today. He has been teaching others that want to be a boxer, including his family. He is fast and great at what he does.

    What are some of the greatest moments you would like to share with Floyd? Also make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl.

     

  • Shaquille O’Neal

    Shaquille O’Neal

    By: Cece Hymes

    Shaquille O’Neal, known as Shaq is a former professional basketball player who is a sports analyst on the television program inside the NBA. Shaq is definitely a sports icon.  He is also a businessman. He is a jack of all trades. That is Shaq.

    Shaq has won many medals and awards in the NBA. He also opened Shaq’s Big Chicken in Kansas City, Missouri. Did you know that Shaq is also a DJ? He owns Pizza Places, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts and many more. Shaq does a lot in the community.

    Shaq seems to be a really cool and fun person that enjoys life. He has inspired so many people all over the world. Have to give him his roses today. This weekend was also his Birthday weekend here in Atlanta. So, shouting him out and wishing him a Happy Birthday and hope he has many more. Wishing him nothing but happiness and peace.

    What are some of the greatest moments you would like to share with Shaq? Also make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl.

  • Wilma Rudolph

    Wilma Rudolph

    By: Cece Hymes

    Wilma Rudolph was a sprinter who overcame childhood polio and went on to become a world record holding Olympic champion and international sports icon in track and field. Her nicknames were “Skeeter” “The Flash” “The Track Star” and many more.

    Wilma was a sports icon of Track and Field who became a role model for female athletes worldwide. Wilma Rudolph was an enthusiastic advocate of Civil and Women’s Rights.  She also was the first American woman to win 3 Gold Medals in a single Olympics. She won her medals in the 100m dash. 200m dash, and the 4x100m relay race.

    Did you know Wilma was inducted into the National Track & Field Hall of Fame and was inducted into the international Sports Hall of Fame. She inspired a lot of people all over the world. She wore a brace for a twisted leg and still did not give up on her dreams.

    What are some of the greatest moments you would like to share with Wilma Rudolph? Also make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl.

  • Flo Jo

    Flo Jo

    By: Cece Hymes

    Florence Delorez Griffith Joyner, also known as Flo Jo, was a track and field athlete. She set world records in 1988 for the 100m and 200m. She was also known for her amazing fashion looks on the track.

    Flo Jo is considered the fastest woman of all time based on the fact of her records. She inspired so many athletes all around the world. Some of her quotes that I liked:

    “I believe in the impossible because no one else does”

    “When anyone tells me I can’t do anything. I’m just not listening anymore”

    “Nothing is going to be handed to you-you have to make things happen”

    She was great. She inspired other athletes into fashion. Why not look good and run. What are some of your great memories you want to share of Flo Jo? Also make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl 

  • Phil Mickelson

    Phil Mickelson

    By: Cece Hymes

    Phil Mickelson is a professional golfer who plays for LIV golf. He has won 45 events on the PGA tour. He is definitely a sports icon. No matter how old you are, talent speaks for itself.  Phil Mickelson became the oldest championship winner in history.

    Phil Mickelson has spent more than 25 years in the top 50 of the Official World Golf Ranking. He has inspired so many people all over the world. Yes, he has beaten and stopped Tiger woods when he was on a streak winning. Here are some quotes by him:

    “A great shot is when you pull it off…”

    “The only way to win tournaments is with a short game…”

    “I would rather try a shot to win than play safe and finish second…”

    Make sure to check him out and if you are a fan of golf you will know how talented he is. What is one thing you would like to share about Phil Mickelson? Make sure to follow me @Cece. Atl.

     

  • Jackie Robinson

    Jackie Robinson

    By: Cece Hymes

    Jackie Robinson was a professional baseball player who became the first African American to play in Major League Baseball in  the modern age. He is definitely a sports icon. Jackie Robinson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

    Jackie Robinson won the inaugural Rookie of the Year award and many more. He will always be known for his uniform number 42 across all major league teams. Did you know that MLB has a tradition called “Jackie Robinson Day”?

    Robinson has served in the military. Some of his most notable accomplishments include:

    ·         The first athlete at UCLA to win varsity letters in four sports

    ·         MLB Rookie of the year

    ·         Six-time MLB All Star

    ·         World series Champion 1955

    ·         MLB Hall of Fame

    Jackie Robinson has inspired a lot of people all over the world. Nike honored his legacy with a Nike Dunk Low. A brand-new Air force 1 low with 42 on it. They have a film on Jackie Robinson if you haven’t watched it, yet it is a must see. Check it out and tell me what you think about it.

    What is one thing you would like to share about Jackie Robinson? Make sure to follow me @Cece. Atl. 

  • Michael Jordan

    Michael Jordan

    By: Cece Hymes

    Michael Jordan is a businessman and a former basketball player. He is one of the greatest players as people call him the goat. He has inspired so many people all over the world. He has accomplished a lot in his career.

    Michael Jordan was a 5x MVP in his career. Did you know he became a NASCAR team co-owner? MJ has made millions off his shoes and from partners such as Nike, Hanes and Gatorade. Jordan owns the Charlotte Hornets and he will show up to some games to support.

    I got to give him his roses today for being MVP and inspired the world with his talent. So many players have looked up to him for support and watched all his moves to be the best that you can be.

    I can go on about MJ but here is a couple of quotes by him:

    “Limits, Like fears, are often just an illusion”

    “I can accept failure, everyone fails at something, but I can’t accept not trying”

    “Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win Championships”

    What is one thing you would like to share about Michael Jordan? Make sure to follow me @Cece. Atl. Make sure to check out MJ Documentary. 

  • Atlanta Botanical Garden

    Place: Atlanta Botanical Garden

    Where: Atlanta GA

    By: Cece Hymes

    I had a chance to do one of the things on my Atlanta Bucket list. We had a family day and went to the Botanical Garden in Atlanta. It was beautiful. We saw different exhibitions. Here are some that we checked out.

    Trolls: Save the Hymans by Thomas Dambo: It was an Exhibition of enormous folklore inspired sculptures built from reclaimed materials. Trolls in the garden blend art, nature and its beauty.

    Orchid Daze: The garden annual indoor plant exhibition explores several murals by inventive artists that enhance the breathtaking blooms. It was so beautiful and breathtaking. Just the view by itself.

    Atlanta Blooms:  The visual of tulips. They were so beautiful and bright. Just right for the spring and nice weather. All the species of tulips plants are so beautiful.

    This place was well worth it, and I have to try it out during Christmas with all the lights. If you are in the Atlanta area, check out the Botanical Garden, it is worth the sight.  I can now check this off my Atlanta bucket list. It felt like I was in a rainforest and beautiful gardens in a special place.

    If you love nature and flowers and just want to get out and enjoy Atlanta check them out. Also Make sure to Follow me @Cece.Atl.

     

  • Sugar Ray Leonard

    Sugar Ray Leonard

    By: Cece Hymes

    Sugar Ray Leonard is a professional boxer, motivational speaker and actor. He is one of the greatest boxers of all time.  He won a lot of medals. His speed was like no other, he was fast. He is definitely one of my favorite sports icons. He inspired a lot of other boxers.

    He is also the founder of the Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting type 1 diabetes, a condition that Leonard himself was diagnosed with.  He also has a boxing center in Prince George’s county, Maryland which serves as a training facility for young athletes. The Sugar Ray Leonard Boxing Center provides a safe and supportive environment for kids to develop their skills, both in and out of the ring.

    Some of the quotes that I liked by him:

    “I’m not religious, but I believe that what I have is a gift, and I respect it and live up to it”

    “Boxing is the ultimate challenge. There is nothing that can compare to testing yourself the way you do every time you step in the ring.”

    “If you never know Failure you will never know success.”

    I definitely got to give him his roses today. He has inspired so many people all over the world. And he is still doing a lot in the community.

    What are some moments you would like to share about Sugar Ray Leonard? Make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl