This is was written and published in January 2006 for a start-up magazine that never came to pass. However, this is good for an amateur journalist. God-fearing, beautiful, hardworking, intelligent, determined, and unique are just six characteristics to describe Paula. This 24-year-old aspiring dentist from Nigeria recently stepped out on faith to pursue…
Author: Ms. Marcie
I am a writer, blogger, trainer and author who loves sharing little known and unknown facts.
Senator Barack Obama Speaks on Violence
This article was written for the Independent Bulletin newspaper on July 26, 2007. I had to go through my archives to find this article, but I got it! This is one of my first works as a declared journalist. I felt on top of the world because I was in the midst of media specialists…
Angie Stone Hits Jackpot
I was blessed with the opportunity to interview songstress and actress Angie Stone prior to her performance at the Taste of Chicago in June 2008. She felt highly accomplished with her CD, The Art of Love & War. She discussed her staying power in the music industry which is a great accomplishment these days. Her disappointment…
Police Seek Volunteers to Monitor Surveillance Cameras
This story was published by Chi-Town Daily News on November 25, 2008. I learned of this volunteer opportunity while attending a Community Alternative Policing Strategy (CAPS) Meeting this month. http://www.chitowndailynews.org/Chicago_news/Police_seek_volunteers_to_monitor_surveillance_cameras,18798
Vernon Park Church of God Newsletter Articles
I am the ministry reporter for my church’s monthly newsletter. My duties include interviewing ministry leaders, compiling the information, and writing engaging articles about the different groups that serve at Vernon Park Church of God (VPCOG). Generally speaking, most of the articles were easy to compose. Some were a bit challenging due to the limited information provided by the…
Election Day Coverage
I had the opportunity to speak to several voters in my community about their feelings regarding the local and national elections on Tuesday, November 4, 2008 as a community journalist for Chi-Town Daily News. My article can be found at: http://www.chitowndailynews.org/Chicago_news/Voters_excited_wary_in_Auburn_Gresham_,18689
8 Tips for New & Returning Roller Skaters
This article was published on ezine articles on October 23, 2008. I was sharing my experience as a returning roller skater as an adult. Enjoy! http://ezinearticles.com/?Adult-Beginner-Roller-Skaters-8-Tips-For-New-and-Returning-Roller-Skaters&id=1558051
Stories for Independent Bulletin – September 2008
The following articles were published in the Independent Bulletin Newspaper during the months of September and October. Click the links for the entire story. The youth of Imagine Englewood if brought style and class to the less-than-stellar community (according to news reports) of Englewood in Chicago. hollywood-in-englewood Senior grandparents raising young children were honored by…
Marcie’s Writing Revelation
After going through a week of experiencing a writing “funk”, I have gotten over whatever was bothering me. I spoke with my writing mentor and she told me “to just write”. Stop re-visiting and revising articles and write. My friend, Demond, told me that I need to make writing my job, not a secondary activity….
Still Seeking Grandparents 35 and Under
If you are a grandparent 35 years old or younger, please contact me at 877-570-5228 to share your story. I’m waiting to hear from you. Marcie