Tuesday Tunes!
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Check out new song from Jacob Latimore——> “What Are You Waiting For?”
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Baltimore Native Marques Dent sets sights on the 45th District State Delegate Seat
Baltimore City resident Marques Dent is proudly gearing up for his entrance into the State of Maryland political arena. Being a Baltimore native, and a current resident of the 45th District, Marques knows he has what it takes to restore the confidence in the leadership of the District. With a unique mix of education and experience, Marques is poised to deliver an accountable, deliberate, and effective voice to the residents of the 45th Legislative District. When asked why he has chosen to run for the State Delegate Seat, Marques said “a direct connection between legislation and community is a focus area of mine. Residents and issues are the root of what it means to be a public servant.” He remains devoted to service and education, and believes firmly that information is the key to success.
His dedication to providing adequate resources to the families of the community inspired Marques to establish the D.E.N.T Group (Delivering Educational Needs Together). “I have been and I will continue to be subservient to the issues of my neighbors, in an effort to ultimately put them and their families in the best possible position to succeed” Dent stated. The D.E.N.T Group offers a free IT training program at the Oliver Community Center that is open to all residents within the community. Additionally, the D.E.N.T Group initiatives include the “Back to Baltimore” school supply drive and “Holiday Help for Baltimore,” which delivered thousands of pounds of food to more than 400 needy families in Baltimore. Marques remains committed to being a positive role model within the community. He coaches youth baseball for the Northwood Baseball League and regularly visits local schools to speak to the children about the value of education.
Marques Dent has continued to achieve success and strive for excellence. He has achieved both a Bachelors of Science in Information Systems, as well as a Masters of Science in Information Technology Management. He served his country as a United States Air Force decorated officer and Captain. He’s worked at the Pentagon, where he supported the Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff in the National Military Command Center; he’s also served as a Presidential courier for the White House. Marques Dent embodies the principle – a position doesn’t make a person – a person makes a position. He is devoted to providing the necessary leadership, accountability, and service to all the residents of the 45th Legislative District.
For more information on Marques Dent or to learn how you can donate to his campaign, please call L. S. Gray at 443-531-6043 or via email at thefriendsofmarquesdent@gmail.com
Imani Hakim as Gabby Douglas
Good morning, fly girls!
Imani Hakim, best known for her role as Tonya Rock on the UPN/CW sitcom Everybody Hates Chris, to star as Gabby Douglas in the Lifetime Original Movie “The Gabby Douglas Story” (working title), produced by Sony Pictures Television. The movie details the inspiring true story of the international gymnastics phenomenon, who overcame overwhelming odds to become the first African American ever to be named Individual All-round Champion in artistic gymnastics at the Olympics.
Hakim will play Gabby Douglas, as a teenager and young adult.
The cast also includes Sydney Mikayla who will portray Douglas during her childhood, Peabody Award-winning actress Regina King as her mother and Golden Globe® and Emmy®-winner S. Epatha Merkerson as her grandmother.
Make sure to tune in Saturday, February 1 at 8pm ET/PT on Lifetime!
Tuesday Tunes
Happy Tuesday!
Ok, so I know you guys are trying to get back in the swing of this whole school thing so here’s a little motivation to help you out!
Yung Marqus- Be You
Monday Mashup!
Happy Monday!!!
2014!
Happy New Year, loves!
Ok, so it’s officially a fresh start to a new year! I know with all the resolutions roaming around in the air it feels like every other year. Well, this is the year to switch it up and conquer a new area of life. If it’s a higher GPA, exploring your talents or even leaving some people back in 2013…simply do it! I know we make changes a bigger deal than we need to and almost psych ourselves out. So I’m going to give you a hint to kick off 2014. Stop thinking and just DO! You’ll be surprised how many goals you can knock out by just starting. Sending love your way!
Happy New Year from the C.O.R.E Fam!
*Tuesday Tunes*
Happy New Year’s Eve!
Ok so we’re only one day away from 2014! Boom! Check out our last Tuesday Tune of 2014—-> Beyonce-Blue
Beyonce – Blue (feat. Blue Ivy) by hdimax
Happy New Year!
Monday Mashup!
HAPPY NEW YEAR LOVES!!
Featured Girl of the Week!
Name: Mya Walker
What’s your ultimate dream job?
I want to become a pediatrician.
What are some of your favorite hobbies?
I like to draw and cook desserts. I plan on making white chocolate bars for Christmas
Who is your celebrity crush?
Jayden Smith
What is your favorite song?
“23” Miley Cyrus
If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
I would stop violence overall.
What does empowerment mean to you?
It means to encourage others to do better.
What are your plans after you graduate high school?
I want to go to college
How have you helped someone in your life lately?
I helped my great grandmother around the house with things she needed
Who is your role model and why?
My Mom, because she takes care of me and my family
What’s your favorite color?
Pink
Dream It. Wish It. Do It.
Ok, so I know all the preaching we do to you about savings your dollar bills, I know you wonder “well, can I even enjoy life??” And the answer to that difficult question is “of course!” Wait, Wait… before you bust out your debit card or bombard your parents for a ridiculous amount of money, take a breath and finish reading this full article missy! Ok, so yes life is about enjoying all your moments on this beautiful earth. The trick is finding the balance of having a ball in life without splurging every 2 seconds. Truthfully, if you are constantly in need to buy new things ALL the time, you may be in search for something much deeper that money can’t buy (that’s a whole different article though!). But back to the matter at hand how, what is and when you should create your wish list!
Hmm so you want to know what it is…Huh?- So what is a wish list?? A wish list is a list of all the items you want or all the things you want to do but just currently can’t chuck out the cash for it. You can either have a written list of everything you would want to do or visual pics of what you want. The key is to keep it in a place where you will see it pretty often. On your bulletin board, in your locker, on your ceiling …all awesome places for your list.
Why?? Why?? Why??-The next question that is sputtering from your lips is “Why do I need to create a list, am I getting graded for this??’ Well, since you asked I guess, I can spill the magic behind your wish list! A “wish list” is VERY useful because it helps you stay on your budget and allows you to focus on achieving one item at a time rather than trying to walk out with the entire mall. With any goal in life you focus,work hard, and bam! You achieve it! Well, it’s the same idea with savings! It will give you discipline. When you do get to cross out things off your list, you will appreciate so much more! It’s true, when you spend your own money, you’ll treat it like gold! Yes, GOLD!
But When??– Now…duh! Yes, at this very moment pick up a pen and a piece of paper and go at it! Create a list of 5 items you want or things you want to do and doodle away. Now the key is to save up from allowances and your part time gig to buy one of your wishes. Once YOU save for it (not your parents) you will get in a groove that you will have you saying “Hey, this is not sooo bad after all.” And will have you playing Ne- Yo’s “She Got Her Own” on repeat! Go for it!
-C.O.R.E Fam
