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Tag: Atlanta Ga

  • Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

    Dr. Martin Luther King Jr

    By: Cece Hymes

    Martin Luther King Jr was a Baptist Minister and activist, one of the most prominent leaders in the civil rights movement. Martin Luther King Jr was a leader, when I think about him, I think of the Dream. He had a Dream to make things better in the world he fought for right and for his dream. He participated in and led marches for the right to vote, labor rights, civil rights and more for his people.

    Martin Luther King Jr was born right here in Atlanta GA. There’s so much history right here in this area. You definitely got to check out the MLK house and center they have here in Atlanta. Educate yourself more about the history here of the place of birth where Martin Luther King had resided.

    When I was in school, they taught me this song and it stuck in my head for all these years so when I think of MLK I think and sing this song:

    He had a dream

    A wonderful dream

    His name was Martin Luther King

    And a preacher man was he

    He marched for mankind

    Died for freedom

    Saying we shall overcome

    Yes we shall overcome

    Hope I said that song right but that’s how I remembered it. Glad that the teachers taught me the history and the song to carry with me forever also her are some of my favorite quotes by him:

     

    ·         “The Time is Always Right to Do What is Right”

    ·         “The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character that is the goal of true education”

    ·         “I have decided to stick with love, Hate is too great a burden to bear”

    ·         “We must use time creatively, in the knowledge that the time is always right to do right”

    Dr. Martin Luther King Jr was jailed several times fighting for us and for our rights. He won the Nobel Peace Prize for combating racial inequality through nonviolent resistance. I will always tell people never give up on your dreams or your rights. We have had so many leaders to fight for us to have freedom. We have come a long way. We need more leaders now to step back in and teach the youth and mentor us men and women in the right direction. Make sure to Honor Dr. King this month and if you ever are in Atlanta make sure to check out the center and learn more about him.

    What were your most memorable moments with Dr. King? Have you visited the center here in Atlanta? If so, what did you think? Make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl

  • Atlanta History Center

    Place: Atlanta History Center

    Where: Atlanta GA

    By: Cece Hymes

    Got a chance to go to the Atlanta History Center in Atlanta GA. I learned a lot yesterday about the history and culture that took place years ago in Atlanta GA. Great time to go and learn also because it was MLK day. It had a couple of different sections to go and explore.

    Atlanta History Center is a history museum and research center. The Museum was founded in 1926 and consists of at least 9 exhibitions. It talks a lot about the civil war and the history right here in Atlanta. It is so much here in Atlanta to explore. Here was some of the history and exhibitions that’s there to check out:

     

    ·         Shaping an Olympic and Paralympic City

    ·         Cyclorama

    ·         Locomotion (Railroads and making of Atlanta)

    ·         Turning Point (The American Civil War)

    ·         Gatheround

    ·         Native Lands

    ·         Fair Play (The Bobby Jones Story)

    ·         Black Citizenship in the Age of Jim Crow

     

    It so much history in this Museum. Glad to learn more about the different cultures and the history. If you are in the Atlanta area, check out the Atlanta History Center. Great place to teach your kids about the history of Atlanta. It’s a lot here that people don’t even know. If you have been here before, what did you think about it? Make sure to follow me @Cece.Atl

     

     

  • Dj Ms Eclectic

    Check out the interview we did with @djmseclectic as she talk about Djing and how she got started this interview was so fun.

    Watch “Where It Begins interview with DJ Eclectic” on YouTube
    https://youtu.be/p2EK3Ie3jYI

    To listen
    https://anchor.fm/where-it-begins/episodes/Where-It-Begins-Interview-with-DJ-Eclectic-ehuvcb

  • Rob Malloy

    Interview with Rob Malloy

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do.

    A I am Rob Malloy, Father, entrepreneur, veteran and fitness coach. Oh, and I wear a lot of hats, like literally, I’ve stepped into fashion recently. I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to help others reach their goals.

    Q. Do you have any new projects or events coming this year?

    A. I’m excited about this very moment and even excited about 2021. The luxury lifestyle brand or mantle is on the way. KVF will continue to help. Veterans and their families in even more innovative and creative ways. Stay connected at all times!

    Q. If you could give any advice to someone that wants to be an entrepreneur what would it be?

    A. If you can work hard, long hours, little sleep, sick and still get to your job and perform to get a raise and the end of the year. You can put in that same work to build your own Empire.

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_magz_january_2021_final

  • Jaican

    Check out the interview we did with @jaicanmuxiq as he talks about who inspired him and his music.

    To see the entire interview go to

    Watch “Where It Begins Interview with Jaican” on YouTube
    https://youtu.be/rsgCMicZy18

    To listen
    https://anchor.fm/where-it-begins/episodes/Where-It-Begins-Interview-with-Jaican-eh998i

    Spotify
    https://open.spotify.com/episode/2xL7ewPTSXt09J7tujQ7CD?si=aW36R8CHR-StwZR0OazB8Q&utm_source=copy-link

  • Santia Deck

    Interview with Santia Deck

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. Tell us who you are and where you’re from.

    A. Hello I am Santia, aka track baby, aka Queen of Abs. I am a professional women football player & owner of Tronus, a shoe company.

    Q. What made you want to become an athlete?

    A. Honestly, I feel I was just born to be an athlete. I was always an athletic. I started off with tennis when I was four years old, a lot of people didn’t know I played tennis. Then I started with basketball then track, now I play professional football.

    Q. Are you an ambassador for Fashion Nova?

    A. I used to be, but right now I just wear it because I like the clothes and they fit well. They have a lot of different clothes for everyone.

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_magz_november_2020-_final_

  • Keyondra Lockett

    Happy Monday make sure to check out the interview we did with @keyondralockett we had so much fun interviewing her check it out
    Keyondra Lockett

    Watch “Where It Begins Interview with Keyondra Lockett” on YouTube
    https://youtu.be/W-Lp_rzDlT0

    To listen go to https://anchor.fm/where-it-begins/episodes/Interview-with-Keyondra-Lockett-egugdm

    Or spotify
    https://open.spotify.com/episode/7e7eWSIkR3EJNsiGO1Ia0I?si=G0zEE_fqQGuL5KI6AMQhQw&utm_source=copy-link

  • Lips Drag Queen Show Palace, Restaurant & Bar

    Lips Drag Queen Show Palace, Restaurant & Bar

    Where: Atlanta GA

    By: Cece Hymes

    I haven’t been to this place in some years. It was one of my friends’ birthdays so we wanted to go see some entertainment. This is a new place where the Drag Queens entertain with their clothes on lol. More like karaoke.  They offer delicious food, fierce cocktails and great performances. They serve brunches and dinners.

    The couple of times I have been it was someone’s birthday. They have a special shout out for the birthday and bachelorette people. It is a little pricey but the food and entertainment is good. I ended up this time getting the shrimp and grits. Which was good.

    I had a great time as always. So, if you are looking to do something fun in the Atlanta area check out Lips. Get your homegirls and enjoy a great night. Much laughter. You will not be disappointed.

    Let me know the experience you’ve had at Lips? What was one of your greatest moments? Also follow me @cece.atl 

  • Josh Powell

    Interview: Josh Powell

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and what you do?

    A. My name is Josh Powell, 2x NBA Champion with the Los Angeles Lakers, Co-Captain for Big 3’s Killer 3s and co-creator of CheMinistry, a relationship platform. I’m also an entrepreneur, philanthropist and my all-time favorite, a father.

    Q. Can you give some advice to someone who would want to play basketball?

    A. My advice to anyone who wants to play professional basketball is consistency…Stay the course. Don’t compare yourself of your journey to anyone because that’s the quickest way to be deterred. Focus on your journey and remain steadfast to achieving your goal.

    Q. If you could describe this year of basketball what would it be?

    A. The NBA season during the pandemic was some of the best basketball I’ve seen this year. I think because of the pandemic and social distancing rules in place, the players only had one focus and that was basketball. Everyone was competing with a level of intensity at an all-time high. It was great to watch.

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_magz_november_2020-_final_

  • Alize Thomas

    Alize Thomas

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. Tell everyone who you are and where you’re from.

    A. My name is Alize Thomas and I usually go by Zae or Zu. I’m at Angelo State, a Wide Receiver from Ft Worth Texas.

    Q. If you could play for any team what team would you play for?

    A. If I could play for any team, it would be just any team that believes in me and pushes me to be greater but hey, I do love the Dallas Cowboys I’m a die hard.

    Q. Can you give inspiring words to someone who wants to be a football player?

    A. If you want to play football just live and breathe it every day and believe even when it feels like there is nothing else to believe in.

    To see full article go to https://issuu.com/cecewibnet/docs/wib_magz_november_2020-_final_