Although the purpose of the site is to promote positive stories, messages, and images, I am going to give it a little twist with my rants. Some will be nice, some will not. Generally speaking, the topics will be something going on in the media or the lack of truth in reporting that is getting…
Author: Ms. Marcie
I am a writer, blogger, trainer and author who loves sharing little known and unknown facts.
Check Out Photos from the Ajayla, The Nubian Princess Preview
Visit As NOT Seen on TV to check out photos from Ajayla, The Nubian Princess preview.
Got A Rejection Letter from Essence Today – Yea!
That was awesome! That means two things: 1) Iam getting back in touch with the journalism side by sending query letters. I had gotten a little discouraged, but I’m back. It’s time to make something happen. And 2) Someone at Essence actually read my work. That was great. Who gets excited about a rejection letter??
One More Thing About Ajayla’s Preview
I forgot to mention one of the most of the important facts about the preview last night. The largest theater in the place was packed and people had to be turned away. The 10:00 a.m. preview was filled as well. I wasn’t there, so I can’t speak on that. But I can say that neither sold…
Photos from AJAYLA, The Nubian Princess Preview & Review
I had the pleasure of previewing the production of AJAYLA, The Nubian Princess tonight, and it was a nice family film that was written, produced and directed by Ametra Gibson-Self. The positive emphasis on little brown and black girls was unique. The participation of all of her family members in the movie really made it a…
Voted “Most Creative” by Deanna Kimberly Burrell
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Getting Better at Photography
I am gaining a better understanding of lighting in photography. I had my first official photo shoot as a professionally rookie, and as I looked at the indoor and outdoor shots, there was a noticeable difference. And, I am learning more about F-stops and ISOs. Once I get that under my belt, I should be…
For Dummies Queen had a Duh Moment
I will let anybody know that I am a For Dummies queen. I started with Blogging for Dummies. I had Photography for Dummies. Now, I am going through Facebook, MySpace and LinkedIn for Dummies. Yep, I am the For Dummies queen. So, this weekend I was sharing that I wanted to learn grantwriting. Someone suggested…
More Line Dance Instructors in Chicago
I attended Black Mary’s Line Dancing Extravaganza this evening and found two more line instructors that have NOT been seen on TV. Dee Pillows – I didn’t get contact information Beginning – Monday – Abraham Lincoln Center – 3858 S. Cottage Grove – 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. – $3 Beginning – Wednesday- Mathers Lifeways-…