Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Arthur J. Johnson Author of Ignite The Fire Within

"Empowering individuals and organizations to realize their potential and maximize their performance..."

Im open to anything positive and motivating on my quest to conquer the world. (Ok, improve my life.) So when my spiritual mommy invited me to a weelky seminar that she was attending I gladly accepted the invitation. Every Tuesday night a group of people gather round to hear the inspirational words of motivational speaker Arthur J. Johnson share valuable information from his fabulous book "Ignite The Fire Within." PEOPLE... Ive got to be totally honest with you. I was beyond impressed. Arthur Johnson is the truth and you can't deny the truth when you hear it, no matter how hard you try. I found myself wiggling and jiggling in my seat as he asked the hard questions like... What's stopping you from accomplishing your dreams? Or when Johnson breaks down the laws of positive thinking, things I already know but for whatever reason don't always practice on a daily basis.
Y'all I felt like Jamie Fox said he felt when he couldn't look Prince in the eye because it made him feel some kind of way. Johnson has this magnetic force that just draws you in and guess what he changes the dim light bulb in your head. BLING! I doodled an idea on my notepad while listening to him speak. Here's just a few things this dynamic motivational speaker shared...

Change is inevitable. Growth is optional! While the WORLD keeps constantly CHANGING... Are you going to make the conscious or sometimes unconscious decision to stay in the same spot or grow (Not go) with the progress. Your decision is what makes the difference between whether you are Living Life by DESIGN or by DEFAULT. Some of us feel that finding a nice comfortable spot and standing still is BALANCING life... But on the contrary when you're standing still you are essentially going backwards since time is a force that is always moving ahead and can't go backwards. Therefore to stay in one spot and not move forward is by virtue moving backwards. (Yeah, I know it's kind deep.)

Another point is what would you do with your life if "Failure was not a option." (Think about that for a minute.) Here's another one.. A Setback is only a set up for success. If you fail at something try again because if you break down the word AGAIN it reads A GAIN. So never give up if you should fail the first time just try AGAIN and you'll get A GAIN. (Good stuff people.) I'm going to leave you with a lil math problem. If every letter in the alphabet is associated with a number then A would equal 1 and B equal 2. Check this out the mathematical formula of the word A T T I T U D E = 1 + 20 + 20 + 9 + 20 + 21 + 4 + 5= 100. Your ATTITUDE is 100% of everything you do. So get it in check and give 100%.


If you like what you just read then your mind will be blown by Arthur Johnson's book "Ignite The Fire Within" want to hear it straight from Johnson's mouth then come to Allen Dave Tribute Center 2103 Cypress Landing Road every Tuesday at 630 pm. I guarantee your life will be changed. I know I felt a change when I left. I jumped in my car put on the jazz station (Sometimes you need to hear instrumental so no other voice interferes with your thoughts.) moved my seat back grabbed my steering wheel and took charge of the road and allowed the positive vibe I just received sink into my mental psyche. As I drove past the downtown skyline I smiled and thought to myself "THE WORLD IS MINE."

Arthur Johnson and Ahmard Vital

SOCIAL PRIVY APPROVED> "Ignite the Fire Within" can be purchased on website http://www.arthurjjohnson.com/ because you can't borrow my copy and just like the ol commercial says "No my brother you got to get your own."

OKAAAAAYYYYYY!!!!!!! I'm Reloaded ;>
K.Anntionette

Sunday, February 7, 2010

Big Beautiful and Luving it!!

Mr. Harvey "Star" Washington held a full figure modeling casting call at The Hilton of Americas Downtown Saturday afternoon. Women of all shapes and sizes ranging from a size 10 to 30 came out to strut their stuff for Harvey Star Washington, self proclaimed "icon of the full figured legacy." I didn't get a opportunity to meet Mr. Harvey because his staff threw some serious SHADE my way when I asked to photo journal the event. "Mr. Harvey says "No Thank You, but do please blog about the upcoming fashion show on ..." For Real?! So I respond no problem, I'll just take a couple of the shots of the girls waiting to audition. Mr. Glitter Assistant politely points to sign that says NO CAMERA's and then to the security guard by the door. "Oh word!" Now mind you I've sat on the casting table for Ms. Tyra "America's Next Top Model" Banks herself and got absolutely no shade. So I'm like Dude... you're DTM (Doing Too Much)!!! Whatev Mr. Glitter, No means I'll show you better then I can tell you and Yes means so glad you agree. So I waited until casting session was over to interview the girls.


This is the scoop... Once inside #1. You were asked how many $5o tickets you could sell to Mr. Star's Fashion Show. (I bet you're selected based on your answer. By the way it was a $50 cash registration fee to enter.) #2. If you're selected you have to pay $250 to participate, which supposedly goes toward your Mr. Harvey 'Star" Washington Makeover which if you stop by his site http://mrharveystarwashington.com and peep out the before and after pics they are a RIOT. (I'm sorry Mr. Star, Why do you make women over to look like drag Queens?) #3. Last but not least you have to sell at least 3 $50 tickets. All in all I left with my spidy senses tinglin'... Can you say PIMPIN!!!!!


I was so excited about this event because I celebrate women of all sizes, shapes, and color. But I have to tell you honestly No Shade. I don't support this event. I wish the best for all the ladies that came out and hope you benefit from this experience some kind of way. Good Luck!!! Here's just a few beautiful ladies I captured on film.









Quick change off with the glasses!!


This DIVA has got that "IT" factor.


SHADE FREE
K. Anntionette

Saturday, February 6, 2010

SHUT UP AND BREAK!!!!

@modarunlimited invited me to The Shut Up and Break event held at 2707 Milam. A couple of crews battled on the dance floor. Unfortunately I was able to capture those moments but... I did enjoy everybody's freestyle! Check it out...


Walk this way...Talk this way..







Caught cha! Ol boy looks like a kid opening a gift on Christmas day!

Still Chillin' in my B-Girl stance ;>

K. Anntionette

ART BEATS LYRICS

Off the charts, the meter, the chain, whateva... No words can describe how FAB The Gentleman Jack Presents Art, Beats + Lyrics at Live Sound Wherehouse was Friday night. Check it out ~>

GRAFITTI ARTWORK AND PHOTOGRAPHY...














YES, YES, Y'ALL THE PARTY PEOPLE Y'ALL...













AND THESE ARE THE BREAKS...



THE BEATS...



THE MOTHERSHIP HAS LANDED...




THE ALIEN HAS ARRIVED...


Drummer Alien took us to another level on the precussions. This dude was soo sic... He played blindfolded, standing on top of his drum, on the floor, he even threw his sticks into the audience and asked for someone to throw them back. He caught them and didn't miss a beat. Outta this world Nanu Nanu!




FABULOUS EVE
COURTESY OF GOOD OL GENTLEMAN JACK!

AND OF COURSE JACK DANIELS!!!!

CHEERS :>
K. Anntionette

Melodrama Blogger Extravaganza

Jackie of Melodrama the "Ultimate Style Maven" and gracious host served up yet another fab event to launch her new website at her haute boutique Friday night. Social Media Junkies and Bloggers were exclusively invited to pre-view website before the public launch. http://melodramaboutiqueonline.com Let me tell you... You guys are in for a real treat. Ok! I'll let you in on the one thing that is going to blow your mind...The Virtual Melodrama Boutique. YES! Everyone buzzed about sipping on spirits and nibbling on designer treats such as mini banana pudding cups and red velvet cake lolipops. Delicious and Yummy!!!



Jackie & loyal customer.


(Chick w/cute Haircut ;>) Jackie/Melodrama and Rocquelle Porch of Divinely Dressed Fashion Consulting.




Ashley Minor of Medley Events produced a wonderful event. Thanks for the invite!

Luvs Ya ;>
K. Anntionette