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Native Mississippians, James and Natasha both have more than 14 years of experience in their respective fields of education (Natasha) and graphic design and ministry (James). In 2013 they decided to undergo an 18-month transition towards full-time entrepreneurship and homeschool education for their son, James III. After completing the System Mastery Course, James and Natasha published their first co-authored book, Our Story – A Journey to Purpose. The release of this book not only set them on the path to produce over 30 published authors, it revealed their purpose as a couple – to be the comprehensive elements of love, marriage and partnership. After discovering their purpose, James and Natasha invested time and other resources in developing themselves to align with the vision that had been given. Their work produced opportunities to produce a magazine Love, Marriage & Partnership – the Review, a VIP Awards program recognizing entrepreneurs and community leaders, speaking engagements domestically and internationally, instructional courses for singles and married couples, nine published books and recognized by the state’s current governor as BE Mississippi’s top business couple of the year and Mississippi Business Journal’s Top Entrepreneur. With their platform of love, marriage and partnership along with their desire to edify excellence in entrepreneurship and leadership, James and Natasha use their magazine as a resource for those looking for tools to add to their relationship and business arsenals. In all that they do, James and Natasha desire to keep God the center and love people. The byproduct of that desire is to impact, inspire and initiate purpose in the lives of 10 million people while promoting and being evidence of PositiveMississippi

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Fall is here! We encourage you to look at where you are and where you decided to be at the beginning of the year, and truly celebrate the goals that you set, take responsibility to stay on track, and simply be grateful for it all. As we honor excellence and share love across many platforms, we charge you to welcome a new season in your life and embrace the journey of significance. IN THIS ISSUE OF LOVE, MARRIAGE & PARTNERSHIP THE REVIEW, be inspired to use a few new things, get organized, or take your love experience to a new level of being, giving and having. COUPLES IN PARTNERSHIP This feature is the heart of the publication, so become acquainted with phenomenal couples from all over that are building businesses and serving their communities through a loving partnership. DATE NIGHT IDEAS Do more than flirt with the idea of Date Nights, make a commitment. These sweet notions will spark dedication for that much desired QT whether you’re single, just having fun, or in a committed relationship. ON THE LOOKOUT Consider yourself well informed of this set of business owners and public figures that are impacting their respective fields with grace, style and so much more. The views expressed by featured individuals are independent of LMP and its publishers.

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Love, what is it? Marriage, who wants it? Partnership, who needs it? While you may not be able to answer these questions so readily, perhaps you can render an immediate response to the question Have you ever desired at least one of them? It’s our sincere belief that these components are not only desirable, but essential. The more compelling argument is how one necessitates the other. Though we are a young couple, we’ve wholeheartedly adopted principles that aren’t necessarily relative to time, but to wisdom. If we understand wisdom to be a gift that only God can give, we cherish it. Wisdom, like the conductor of a symphonic orchestra, directs with precision, all the elements of Love, Marriage, and Partnership into one piece – Perfect Harmony. Through our personal journey, and the observation and study of many, we have discovered how intentionally working towards perfect harmony within the home is the very baton that blends together every difference, making it part of a whole. The harmony in which a couple functions in conditions a progressive growth that moves them toward a shared vision. The attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors in this type of household favorably impacts every outlet from how resources are pursued and used to how children are developed. We are proud to feature couples that make the concept of partnership look attractive a show that the investment in making it work is worthwhile. We hope that you are inspired by their stories, and moved to action towards a better you for a more purposeful relationship whether now or for the future.

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IT MAY COME AS A SURPRISE TO SOME THAT MERELY TALKING, THE EXCHANGE OF WORDS AND THOUGHTS BETWEEN TWO OR MORE PEOPLE, DOES NOT EQUATE TO COMMUNICATION - EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION THAT IS. Consider these seven habits as you establish and/or grow your relationships. LISTEN WITHOUT CONDEMNATION: Whenever you are engaging in a conversation, remember that the other person trusts you enough to share with you with no fear of judgement. Even if you don’t say anything that is viewed as judgmental during the conversation, guard your thoughts against judgement. Not doing so could impact your thoughts, feelings, or actions towards them later on.

AVOID CRAFTINESS: If you find yourself letting a conversation brew well before it actually takes place, where you craft the other person’s responses, you are unnecessarily tampering with your emotions. Avoid being emotionally disturbed and viewing the other person inappropriately because of comments you’ve developed in your own mind. Allow the other person to communicate with you in their own truth. TALK WITHOUT COVETOUSNESS: It is not a comfortable feeling to genuinely engage in a conversation only to be met with words that are dripping with thirst. Refrain from abusing someone’s listening ear with words and thoughts that stem from longing and desiring what someone else has.

USE WORDS WITH NO COATING: At times, you may feel as if you cannot be completely truthful because you fear that you will hurt them. When this happens, you may find yourself sprinkling sugar over your words to avoid telling the whole truth. Coating your words can be misleading for them and restricting for you. There is a way to use your words wisely, and still be completely truthful.

DODGE THE COPOUT: The copout is that opportune, yet evasive moment where you find yourself using phrases like whatever, that’s okay, or I don’t care. The irony is that it is not whatever, it is not okay, and you do care. We often find ourselves using these elementary colloquialisms, not because we don’t feel like talking at that particular time, but because we have not learned how to communicate beyond our feelings. Depending on the value of the relationship, you have three options: say nothing (some comments and behaviors don’t deserve your response), agree to talk at a better time, talk through whatever the problem is.

BE CAREFUL WITH YOUR WORDS: Being that opportunities wrapped in a particular set of circumstances do not present themselves more than once, you must choose your words wisely. Justifying what you say using, “I just have to speak my mind…” is acceptable only when you are choosing to allow your spirit to control your mind. Too often, when we “speak our mind”, we are really speaking from a place where we choose to allow our emotions to control our thoughts.

TAKE CONTROL: Taking control is not about dominating the conversation or dictating the other person’s thoughts or feelings. Honestly, that type of behavior and thinking typically yields an unfavorable outcome. Instead, being responsible and taking control of your thoughts, words, and actions places you in a much more effective position for communicating. Maintaining positivity while truthfully sharing what you think and feel will have a greater impact beyond the conversation.

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When is the last time you took a minute to nurture yourself? Do you feel you have to be around a group of friends or in a relationship? Do you dedicate so much of your time to helping others with their problems and needs that you’re drained all the time? New Flash! It’s time for a reality check. Take a step back and get to know – YOU. Your self-worth is the core to your identity. The nurturing of your beliefs, aspirations, and dreams should start at home base. If you never take the time to tap into who are you are, you will never add an important ingredient to your foundation – thus it can affect you later in life. Understanding yourself allows you to become more observant before hanging with the wrong crowd. It allows you to have a clear picture of what you desire and deserve when dating or being in a relationship. It allows you to make better life choices considering your decisions may not just affect you. More importantly, it teaches you how to adapt without the feeling you have to be like other people. OK, maybe you didn’t grow up under the best circumstances, had a child at a young age, or feel the support you need is just not there. Did you know some friends or acquaintances are only meant to be there for a season, not a lifetime? Did you know - you may fall “head over hills” for someone that was only meant to teach you a lesson, and not marry them? Did you know - you deserve to take a minute to “woosah”, treat yourself, and spend some time alone without explanation? Furthermore, did you know, the stumbling blocks you encounter really equips to tackle obstacles later in life? In order for you to be at your best in any situation, you have to take care of yourself first! Whether you believe it or not, when you don’t, everyone attached to you can suffer. Your patience becomes thin, attitude becomes short, and perception of what should be concise and clear become very distorted. Knowing your worth decreases your chances of getting so caught up in the world and viewing yourself from the eyes of others. Yes, many people’s perception comes from what they see on the outside (your physique, clothes, make-up, and hair). But God’s perception comes from what’s in the inside (values, character, heart, and soul). We can’t spend so much time doing things to impress them, because in essence, we become unhappy, even miserable - and it slowly dims the inner light that represents Him!

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James and I have been having this particular conversation for some time now. I feel it’s a subset of a greater ongoing conversation that we’ve engaged in for about five years. We always find ourselves discussing some area of growth, individually or as a couple, where a common principle is present- as one grows, both of us grows. Of course there are the inevitable quiet moments where I find myself watching him from a distance as a farmer. Preparing for the day, I peer through the kitchen window and watch the sunrise over the field of seeds that have been planted. With my morning coffee in one hand, and my gloves softly clinched under the other hand as I rest it on the counter for balance, I quietly exhale with a pleasant smirk. Picturing a bountiful harvest, I take the final sip of my coffee, roll up my sleeves, and brush my hands over my soft, slightly wrinkle denim shirt. My field is fresh, full of promising seeds; however this one seed is set apart and requires the upmost of care. This one seed, guaranteed to produce, is sure to bring me great joy and fulfillment. This one seed is my husband. Seasons are a necessary part of life. In order to reap a harvest, you must work through a seed season. The seeds require the right kind and amount of conditioning in order to produce. Also, understand that reaping the harvest requires work as well. The discussion mentioned earlier between James and I has been about me watering him. Though the phrase, “watering him” is fairly new, the action of it has been a principle exercise since the beginning of our friendship. When I told him that it was my job to water him, he understood it as me encouraging him, supporting him, always filling him with positivity, and the like. While he was correct in his understanding, I’ve grown to a greater awareness as a wife in regard to my role and duty in watering him.

WATER HIM always – I TRUST GOD IN HIM. This trust allows me to truly be submissive- submissive to the vision and work that we are to complete. Trusting God in him allows me to have confidence in his character, and when he mismanages something, I trust God to correct and guide him, not me. – I PRAY FOR HIM. Praying for him is asking for God’s grace and favor to cover every area of James and his life- areas that I don’t see, areas that he protects us from, areas that he’s afraid to show me, areas that only God can see. I have to intentionally pray for him more than I do for myself and our son. The results are in him. When the head is right, everything else will fall in order. – I LISTEN TO HIM, WHICH ENCOMPASSES QUITE A BIT. Listening has two parts- reception and reciprocity. James doesn’t share his feelings too often, but he does give me his thoughts. No matter the case, I work on understanding what he’s saying and why, instead of thinking to myself, “that’s not how I would look at it.” (I’m working on getting better at this.) My responses and actions indicate that I listen. It shows that I respect him, and that I’m doing more than just supporting him, I’m working with him. – I’M CAREFUL ABOUT WHAT I PUT ON HIM. My goal is to focus on developing and strengthening me first. Building my relationship with God and ensuring that I’m spiritually, mentally, physically, and emotionally stable allows me to be more efficient and effective in my role. I want to get better so that I can better help him- the better I am, the better we will be. I only want to give him the positive things that I see within and feel about myself. This means killing even the small things like complaining about how I look or not regarding his compliments, expressing my disappointment with the meal I prepared, and discussing negative or empty comments and events. Quite simply, your seed will yield you what you’ve given to it. – I CATER TO HIM. This was much easier to do before our son arrived. With our 18 month old, it’s challenging, but my Mom reminded me very early on that, “I have a husband.” In our house, Daddy comes first. From fixing their plates to teaching TJ that “Daddy needs rest right now, or he’s working.” James doesn’t mind at all, but I want our house to respects his space. On a more comedic note, being cute and sexy at home has to be intentional. My attire has to be a cross between something that’s baby-friendly (washes and moves easily) and something that I don’t look in the mirror while passing and think, “what the heck was I thinking?” I’m jokingly serious, but I see our home as a place where my husband finds joy, peace, respect, and creativity. There are many more things that are interwoven in the manner of which I water my husband. I’m also sure that there are a number of ways to be more efficient, more diligent, and more graceful at what I do, but I’m confident in knowing that I’m good where I am, and that I’ll grow to where I need to be. I am the only one responsible for fulfilling this task, and I do it with love and enthusiasm. Because out of my obedience to watering the seed, comes a great harvest.

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Have you ever found yourself looking for that moment where it felt like “you’re the perfect verse over a tight beat?” What voice, what feeling, what touch accompanied that moment? Between the romantic comedies that are bingewatch with a blanket and a snack worthy and all the life experiences that provide the framework in your subconscious mind, you probably have a textbook definition of love with multiple entries. With no clear definition of love, mismanaged expectations develop some rather complicated situations. Have you been there? Perhaps someone has said to you, “You need to love yourself before you try to love somebody else.” The inward conversation ensues… “I do love myself…Wait, I think I love me…Of course I do! But if I did, would I tolerate this? Would I allow myself to think that about me? If I love me, why am I still dealing with forgiving myself? Can I love myself but not believe in myself? How is it that I can love others, but I don’t know how to truly love myself? What is love anyway?” Love is a mature decision to have and show compassion and care regardless of the other person’s actions or feelings towards you. This understanding guides you into seeing that love is more than just a feeling. It is the most powerful emotion, greater than hope and faith. There is no greater evidence of this than God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son. So how then do you have self-love? Especially when you may have never been taught what it is, and all the many influences around you suggest otherwise?

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Decide to choose Him, because God is love. By choosing Him, you allow Him to come into your heart, the deep layers of your mind, and remove anything that is not of Him. Only God can show you why you think, feel or act the way that you do. He’ll whisper it to you while you are driving, ironing clothes or in the shower. God also gives you glimpses of who you really are- not the person you feel like at some given moment or who you see yourself as in comparison to someone else, but His truth about you. Becoming that truth is the journey of self-love. It is a process of decisionmaking that puts a halt to the drifting brought on by life circumstances, creating the conditions that you want. Self-love requires hope and faith – hope to believe that God’s truth about you is real and faith to persistently pursue it. On the surface, self-love may look like taking a long drive, dating yourself, doing your favorite hobby, tackling your finances responsibly, cleaning your home, removing yourself from non-serving relationships, humbling yourself to learn from someone else, etc. These things in themselves do not define self-love, but they provide a space for you to think for yourself and make decisions that benefit you, decisions that help you become your truth, the love of your life – you.

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20 TOUGH QUESTIONS WITH A HIGH RETURN Of the tens of thousands of choices that you make during the day, consider your current position and ask yourself “Am I answering the right questions?” Your results are a direct reflection of your choices, and those choices are based on the questions that you answer. Take time to answer the following questions. Allow yourself to be honest. What you give in response will yield an even greater return.

1 - WHAT DO YOU WANT? 2 - WHY DO YOU WANT IT? 3 - WHAT ARE YOU WILLING TO SACRIFICE TO HAVE IT? 4 - HOW BIG DO YOU WANT TO DREAM? 5 - HOW MUCH DO YOU WANT TO ENVISION? 6 - HOW MUCH DO YOU WANT TO SERVE? 7 - HOW MUCH DO YOU WANT TO BELIEVE? 8 - HOW MUCH ARE YOU WILLING TO FORGET? 9 - WILL YOU BE MORE AFRAID (WITH REVERENCE) OF LOOSING THE OPPORTUNITY THAN FEAR OF THE OBSTACLE ITSELF? 10 - WILL YOU REFUSE TO GIVE YOURSELF A PLAN OF RETREAT? 11 - WILL YOU REFUSE TO DIE IN THE PRESENCE OF RESOURCES? 12 - WHAT RESOURCES WILL YOU CHOOSE TO HONOR? 13 - WILL YOU EMBRACE TIME AS THE GIFT THAT IT IS? 14 - WHO DO YOU NEED TO FORGIVE? 15 - WILL YOU FORGIVE YOUR OFFENDER AND COVER THE OFFENSE WITH LOVE 16 - WILL YOU EMBRACE FAILURE AS A GIFT? 17 - WILL YOU CHOOSE TO BELIEVE THE TRUTH ABOUT YOURSELF? 18 - WILL YOU CHOOSE TO LOVE AT ALL TIMES? 19 - WILL YOU KEEP GOD AS THE SOURCE? 20 - WHAT IS YOUR RESPONSE TO GOD ASKING, “WHAT SHALL I DO FOR THEE?”

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DR. CABLE has demonstrated strong leadership in his career in family, business, and ministry. A husband of 12 years and father of 3 beautiful children. He has more than 10 years of combined experience in entrepreneurship, economic and community development, business mentoring & coaching, training and development, and church growth. He is an apostle and prophet, author, certified coach, speaker, and visionary. Dr. Cable has served as a volunteer with SCORE Mississippi and currently serves on the board for Business Empowered Mississippi as the Executive VP. During his tenure in Chicago, IL Joshua served his community by training over 500 youth in career development and job readiness. He also contributed to the business community in Jackson, MS as a business developer working for the HBCU Jackson State University. A campus staff minister for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, he equips students to advance the Kingdom of God on campus and beyond in the state of Mississippi. Dr. Cable possesses a Bachelors in Business Administration from the University of Southern Mississippi, a Local Economic Development Certificate from Erasmus University Rotterdam, and a Doctorate in Ministry from Chayil International University.

1. HOW DID THE INSTATEMENT OF JOSHUA A. CABLE DAY COME ABOUT? Last year in 2020, Turning Point Fellowship Ministries International in Canton, MS, hosted an honorary service for those that have blessed their ministry throughout the years. Surprisingly, I was presented with a proclamation letter that was signed by the mayor of Jackson, Chockwe Lumumba, as a dedication for a special day to me for my community contributions. 2. WHAT IS THE CURRENT FOCUS OR UPCOMING PROJECTS/COLLABORATIONS ASSOCIATED WITH JAC DAY? Most will agree that Mississippi hasn't had the brightest past, the present isn't so encouraging for various reasons, but there is a promising future. I believe this state has a womb waiting to birth out its destiny of success and prosperity. Dr. Joshua A. Cable Day is one avenue that I want to dedicate to contributing to the betterment of our region. This is a day that strengthens local economies through community and economic development. I see the day being a launching of new things for our region. This year on February 1, 2022 at 10am at the Mississippi Agriculture Museum, we will highlight local farmers in our region and we will honor them for the hard work that they contribute year after year. Our economy and food system has undergone a lot of strain since the pandemic; it doesn't look like it will bounce back any time soon. Agriculture is the largest industry in Mississippi and I think it is appropriate to celebrate them. 3. WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR GREATEST PERSONAL IMPACT THAT COMPELS TO TO KEEP MOVING FORWARD IN THE AREA OF CITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT? I have done work in youth development in the areas of career development/job readiness training. It was there I was able to impact the lives of young people to be successful in their careers that can enhance local economies. I have done work in business development with Jackson State University and business coaching with SCORE Metro Jackson that will strengthen local economies. I have blessed those in the poor communities with basic necessities. I have been influenced by poverty in my life and those who are impacted by it have a special place in my heart. Currently, I am serving as a campus minister at Belhaven University through InterVarsity Christian Fellowship mentoring students to become world changers. These kinds of things drive me to keep working to strengthen the local economy. 4. WHAT’S YOUR DESIRE FOR THE COMMUNITIES THAT YOU SERVE? I want to see communities empowered to build personal and community wealth be freed from a poverty mindset and for us to use that wealth to advance the Kingdom of God. I see a community that works in oneness and thriving in every area; a community that is full of resources and innovation.

7 STEPS TO Creatively K I L L

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Creativity is like a wildfire - it can start as a small spark but has the capacity to spread into every area of your life and others! If you’ve been in a stale place for any length of time, we encourage you to get moving. May we suggest something aggressive yet fun to fire up some intrinsic motivation that we believe will ultimately push you towards the realization of a truly worthy ideal. Set your mind on creating 30 New Things within a specific timeframe. These things can be 30 new outfits/hairstyles, craft projects, letters to a loved one, implementations of an investment strategy, live videos or food dishes. YOU DECIDE! Check out the guidelines below to get yourself creatively moving towards action and peace.

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Determine what area you are setting your goal in: fitness, learning a craft (i.e. cooking, make-up, sports, gardening), studying, finances, doing something special for your significant other, etc.

Decide on an investment amount between $25 - $200 to cover supplies.

Decide if you’re going to focus your efforts for 30, 60, or 90 days and set aside a time that’s best for you to implement what you’ve learned and try out your 30 New Things. Spend 5 -30 minutes on actually doing that thing.

Search for new ideas from pictures, videos, books, or other people. Save them, so when you’re ready for the next “thing” you already have a pool to choose from. Take pictures to chart your progress, and share your results at the end of your 30, 60, or 90 day adventure. #30NewThings Once you decide on your next “thing” implement it immediately. Follow up with your next new thing within 1-3 days. This guards against boredom, and stretches your creativity.

Determine what things you will HAVE to do daily. Also identify what things you’ll have to give up or go without doing. The idea behind #30NewThings is implementation, and not perfection. You want to spark your curiosity and creativity by actively engaging in something new and fun. Do not become so focused on accurate execution, and leave room for spontaneity and uniqueness. Make a decision to get moving towards something new; in this case, 30 new things! happy adventures