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  • A Mother’s Day Message from the Heart

    Today, I want to send the warmest wishes to all the incredible mothers out there—Happy Mother’s Day! Being a mom isn’t always easy, but today is your day to be celebrated, appreciated, and loved. You deserve every bit of joy and recognition.

    I especially want to take a moment to honor two phenomenal women who shaped me—my mom and my grandma. Happy Heavenly Mother’s Day to both of you. I miss you deeply, every single day. Your love, strength, and wisdom continue to guide me, and it’s because of you that I walk through life empowered and resilient.

    To those who, like me, carry the bittersweet weight of missing their mothers today—my heart is with you. Know that they are still with us, watching over us, whispering love through the winds and raindrops.

    Usually, this time of year brings a wave of sadness for me. But today, I’m choosing joy. I’m choosing gratitude. I’m choosing to celebrate. Rain or shine, I’ll be grabbing my balloons and heading out to release them in their honor. It may be a rainy day, but it won’t dim the light in my heart—or stop me from grabbing a bite to eat and making memories in their name.

    To every woman who’s ever nurtured, comforted, guided, or loved like a mom—this is your day. Know that you are appreciated, deeply loved, and never alone.

    Happy Mother’s Day, queens. 💐

  • A Day of Fun and Adventure at Vertigo Fun Park in Alpharetta, GA

    This past weekend, I had the chance to celebrate one of my family members birthday at Vertigo Fun Park in Alpharetta, GA. Let me just say, this spot is perfect for bringing out your inner child! From the moment we walked in, it was clear we were in for a day full of fun and adventure.

    Vertigo is essentially a massive inflatable playground—think bounce houses but on a whole new level. We spent hours laughing, jumping, and running around like kids again. It felt amazing to let loose and embrace the silliness, although I just knew I’d be sore the next day. Spoiler alert: I wasn’t!

    Aside from the jumpy activities, Vertigo also has a fantastic arcade section. The vibe was energetic, and it was fun watching everyone get into the spirit of the day.

    The highlight of our visit, though, was GellyBall. If you’ve never tried it, think of it as a cross between laser tag and paintball. We suited up in protective gear and dove into the action. It’s fast-paced, thrilling, and a ton of fun. There’s something about running around in a high-energy game that just brings everyone together. By the time we finished, we were all laughing, sweating, and ready to eat!

    To wrap up our day, we headed over to 7 Tequilas Mexican Restaurant. Let me tell you—the food was fantastic! The restaurant itself is beautifully designed, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere that made it the perfect place to wind down after such an active day. We shared stories, enjoyed the food, and soaked in the good vibes before calling it a night.

    Reflecting on the day, I can honestly say it was one for the books. Vertigo Fun Park is an incredible place to let loose, make memories, and just have fun, no matter your age. Pair that with a delicious meal at 7 Tequilas, and you’ve got the recipe for a perfect outing. If you’re in the Alpharetta area and looking for a unique way to spend time with family or friends, I can’t recommend this combo enough.

    Here’s to more days filled with fun, laughter, and quality time with the people who matter most. 🎉

  • Happy Thanksgiving

    Happy Thanksgiving

    Well Happy Thanksgiving to everyone. This is the time to be thankful for everything you have and for loved ones. I am very thankful for life and for family and friends. I am thankful for this new journey that I am on.

    I want everyone to enjoy this day with family and friends. Even if you are alone. I want everyone to have a blessed day. Today for me is going to be a relaxing day. In bed with movies, snacks and my book. The holidays are always kind of a sad one for me.

    This is what I needed a day to relax and watch some good movies. Everyone enjoy your day.

    Have a Happy Thanksgiving 

  • Interview with Shaquita Cheeks

    Interview with Shaquita Cheeks

    By: Where It Begins

    Q. When did you start Modeling?

    A. I have been modeling officially for over a year now, but the world has been a runway in my mind since birth.

    Q. Who inspired you?

    A. It was not a person that inspired what honestly it was the fact that I was doubted that inspired me.

    Q. Why did you want to model?

    A. The reason behind me wanting to model was because when I was growing up in a rough part of Washington D.C. I wasn’t always viewed as beautiful, yet alone I would have never seen myself as a model. I had really low self esteem and I would get picked on because my butt was too big or the gap I had in my teeth. I become a model to show other girls out there they can do it no matter what anyone thinks. Our creator made us all perfect and the sooner we embrace made us all perfect and the sooner we embrace that the greater we will feel about ourselves.

    Q. What inspiration words would you give to someone who wants to get into modeling?

    A. I would tell them patience and dedication. Modeling is so much more than pretty pictures and nice makeup. It is a lot of hard work. It takes a lot of practice and discipline. Also, there are a lot of manipulators and creeps out there that are going to try to exploit you and you have to know how to say no. Majority of the time if it sounds too good it is because nothing in the industry is handed to you.