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  • Reach for the Skai book by Skai Jackson

    Book: Reach for the Skai (How to Inspire, Empower, and Clapback)

    Author: Skai Jackson

    By: Cece Hymes

     

    I picked up this book because the words on it caught my attention. I did not know who she was, but my daughter did. It was a good read about her life and her journey. I loved that her mother supported her and pushed her in the right direction, always a good thing to have a great support system. If you do not know who Skai is, she is an actress and played on the show Bunk’d and Jessie.  She created her own fashion line, and a lot of doors have opened for her.

    Skai went through a lot especially being in the social media world. Just like everyone else you have your ups and downs in life. These days becoming a celebrity and dealing with social media is hard.  She managed to clapback on some on social media but not in a bad way. Her story will encourage the youth to reach for the sky and follow their dreams.

    I wanted my daughter to read the book because I was hoping it would inspire her in a way.  It was good to read about her journey as a little girl and how she got to where she is today.

     

    Make sure to check it out and tell me what you think about it.

  • 30 Day Writing Challenge (August 2022 Day 8)

    30- Day Writing Challenge

    Day 8

    Q. Your Worst Birthday

    One year the guy that I was talking to at the time just messed up my whole day. This birthday I had this whole trip prepared. We were supposed to go to the beach and just have a good time. For some reason every time things did not go right with him, he would try to make me upset to be miserable with him. Let’s just say we did not go on the trip. We argued the whole day and I felt like it was the worst birthday. I did nothing, got nothing, and was angry the whole day.

    With that being said I changed up and made sure that every birthday after that I would make sure to plan a trip and go no matter what, have a great time and celebrate. So far, it’s been working and I learned to never let anyone kill my vibe on my birthday and to celebrate being here another year.

    What is yours? Make sure to comment or join Cece Challenge on Facebook. 

  • July Issue

    Another dope issue with the Legendary @dareal_sugarbear on the cover make sure to check it out

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    Thanks

  • 30 Day Writing Blog (August 2022 Day 7)

    30- Day Writing Challenge

    Day 7

    Q. A Neighbor

    Let me tell you about a neighbor I had. So, when I first moved into this home the neighbor introduced himself and told me that a person that lived here some years ago passed away outside cutting grass. Then said sometimes people say they would see the man cutting the grass. So basically, I was welcomed into the neighborhood like this. I don’t know why he would tell me that. So sometimes when I was in the house If I heard something I want that of the spirit or some would call it a ghost.

    I became suspicious of the neighbor because he was the police in the neighborhood. When I say that I mean he watches everything and reports it. This neighbor took a picture of my car tag and ran it to see if I had anything on me. Now that’s crazy another person told me that’s what the neighbor told them but that’s not it. I had to just keep my distance and just mind my business. It’s crazy how people do things. That is my story about a neighbor. Make sure to pay attention to your surrounding people just not right these days.

    What is yours? Make sure to comment or join Cece Challenge on Facebook.

  • Make It Rain Book By Areva Martin with Donna Beech

    Book: Make It Rain
    Author: Areva Martin with Donna Beech
    By: Cece Hymes 

    Just got finished reading the book “Make It Rain”. This book was about Media and branding. It teaches you how to pitch, network and brand yourself in the media. It was great tips in the book about interviews and getting into those doors. She mentioned a lot of people in the book that have a lot of followers and how they got to where they are on their social platforms. She also let you know not to count social media out. There are millions of people on social media that use the platform every day. Some of the tips that I really highlighted was:
    . Content Strategy
    .Monetizing       
    .How your content looks on your social media
    .Pitching
    .Trending

    Not in that order but some good tips on these topics. I love the name of the book “Make it Rain” because it’s talking business. It’s like promoting yourself and making that money. Even when I see that I think about making those connections, branding, and partnering with the right people. I definitely need to follow more people in my brand and get my social media together. This book is good for people wanting to do interviews, get interviews and get on the news. Check this book out and tell me about your thoughts on it. Also, make sure to follow Cece Book Club on Facebook and Instagram.


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  • 30 Day Challenge (August 2022 Day 6)

    30- Day challenge

    Day 6

    Q.  A Kiss.

    Have you ever just had that kiss that just makes you tingle all over? Well let me tell you. I am not big on kissing, but I do enjoy it with the right person. This one person when he kissed me, I felt it all through my body to my toes. I felt like I was on cloud 9 lol. It was gentle, sweet, and just right. Maybe it was the moment or the person, but the kiss had me feeling jittery. It was something special about that kiss that I know I will never forget.

    Share your answer here or go to Cece challenges on Facebook. 

  • 30 Day- Challenge (August 2022 Day 5)

    30- Day challenge

    Day 5

    Q.  An inanimate object that’s important to you?

    I have two that come to mind. The first one I would say is my car. I am the only owner of my car. I got it when it first came out. I was not really into small cars. I fell in love with mine. It’s good on gas, the perfect size and I have not had any major problems with it. This car has taken me all around and traveled everywhere so definitely will say my car.

    The second one I will say is my Magazines. Starting a magazine company and being able to still do it 4 years later. When I look at this it shows me a big accomplishment and all the great talents that are in it. When they order the magazine and show it to me, they put it in their home, office and up on the wall it makes me feel great. This is important to me. It’s not just a career, it’s also my passion. I love to show it off. Each one gets better and better.

    Share your answer here or go to Cece challenges on Facebook.

  • 30 Day Blog Challenge (August Day 4)

    30- Day challenge

    Day 4

    Q. A Strange Phone Call?

    I cannot really recall a strange phone call. I can say that I got a call before and the person knew my name, address, birthdate, and all asking was I that person. If you know so much information, why do I need to verify it for you? I do not know who you are. So I started asking them the same questions and then what they did was hung up.

    That was odd to me but again it’s so many scammers out there. I do not verify anything by phone. If you know and need to send me something I guess, I will get a letter in the mail.

    With that being said please protect your business and don’t verify anything with anyone. Watch out for scammers. They are out there taking your information and being more careful.

    Share your answer here or go to Cece challenges on Facebook.

  • 30-Day Challenge (August 2022) Day 3

    30- Day challenge

    Day 3

    Q. Your Mother or your father?

    I choose my mother to talk about. My mom passed away in 2017. I wasn’t her only child, but I was her only daughter. I got to know my mom better when I moved in with her at the age of 14. As all families go through their ups and downs, we sure did but as they always say a mother’s love is different. She had her ways, but she had a big heart. She never forgot anyone’s birthdays. She was stubborn in her ways, so I see where I got that part from lol, but I am working on that. What I can say is I miss my mom not hearing her voice and hearing her talk mess everyday lol. One thing she always told me was that I can do anything. With that being said I never gave up and am still pushing with what my dreams are. I will make her proud.

    Losing a mother is hard but trying to be strong for everyone else is even harder. I know that she is in a better place and no more pain for her. I know she is looking down on us and is proud of all her kids.  I am not going too deep but what I will say is for everyone to treasure the moment they have with their mom. Life is too short these days.

    Mom, I miss and love you dearly thanks for everything you have done for me and my family. Know that you will never be forgotten and that we will send balloons up every year as we have been doing to show you that you are here with us in our hearts. Say hey to Grandma also and everyone else in the family.  Keep looking over us and protecting us.

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  • 30-day challenge (Day 2) August

    30- Day challenge

    Day 2

    Q. Your First Heartbreak?

    Most people would say that a man or woman broke their heart or parents. For me I would say when I had my first-born child and they told me that she couldn’t breathe the air she had to be in the tube and I thought she was not going to make it.

    Being pregnant at a young age and then being in the hospital and being told that was the most heartbreaking news I heard. I didn’t know what to do but to hope and pray. A mother’s bond is a different type of love. To hold my child and then see her in a tube. The Doctors were telling me she may not make it. She had to stay there 2 weeks after she was born before she could come home. For 2 weeks that pain.

    It was the most terrifying thing. I would say that was my first heartbreak experience.

    Let us know your first heartbreak. Share here or go to Cece challenges on Facebook.

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