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Message to the People... Two movies - multitude of emotions

I was alone when I went to see “12 Years a Slave” because my date was not in the mood for “crying.” I had heard about Mr. Solomon Northup and looked forward to seeing him portrayed by Chiwetel Ejiofor, who had one of my favorite lines in John Singleton’s “Four Brothers.” Cheryl Smith Called “agonizingly magnificent,” “12 Years” is the adaptation of Mr. Northup’s 1853 autobiography about how he, a free man from upstate New York, was kidnapped and sold Get your tickets for Marvin into slavery, where he remained until with the help of a Canadian abolitionist, he is freed and returned to his family. Sapp. Call 214-941-0110 Indeed “12 Years” was difficult to watch at times. Sitting in the comfort of the air-conditioned theater in North Dallas, I couldn't help but compare my situation to Mr. Northup and the other enslaved Africans. One day Northup was out shopping with his family and shortly after he is chained and subjected to the horrors of the peculiar institution of slavery. What if I awakened to find myself stripped of clothing and dignity, unable to speak -- the voice of “One African American Woman’s Opinion,” silenced forever? Now I must serve at the whim of men and women who have no regard for me as a human being and will use me up until the day I die. There were so many emotions swimming around in my head as I watched the torment, degradation and viciousness of the oppressors. The anglo woman sitting to my left never moved. On my right, a friend couldn’t control her emotions as she cried out several times, “Jesus, Jesus, Jesus.” Black Contemporary Television Although I took several history courses at 15 Florida A&M, where Professors James Eaton and Ted Hemingway candidly discussed the brutal nature of slavery, and I’ve talked to or heard from numerous scholars like Ivan Van Sertima, John Hope Franklin and John Henrik Clarke; “12 Years a Slave” takes the story much deeper than their lessons or similar movies like “Roots,” “Django Unchained,” “Mandingo,” “Amistad,” and “Sankofa.” In contrast, everyone I talked to wanted to go with me to the screening of “Best Man Holiday,” Writer/Director Malcolm Lee’s sequel to the popular “Best Man, featuring a star-studded cast that includes Nia Long, Taye Diggs, Morris Chestnut Terrence Howard and Monica Calhoun -- college friends reunited after 15 years. Once again Mr. Lee manages to entertain, educate and inspire movie-goers. I laughed. I cried. I cussed. Veteran honored I also reminisced about the people in my life whose friendships have withstood the tests of time and I am so 21 glad I had the experiences -- being able to attend college, join organizations and build relationships--something my ancestors were robbed of but because they lived through what they did, I am able to live as I do today. So, when I hear people saying they don’t want to see “12 Years” because they “can’t take it,” or they are tired of hearing about slavery; I want to scream. I want to shake them and tell them to get over it, that the reason our world is so messed up today is because we have tried to forget. Harriet Tubman talked about the many slaves she freed and said she could have freed so many more, if only they knew they were slaves! Maybe if more people saw “12 Years” and how brutal slavery was; they’d treat one another better and have more loving relationships like those seen in “Best Man,” where friends helped friends and friends knew how to be friends--or they learned how. Maybe if more people saw “12 Years,” we’d realize that slavery still exists, right here Cheryl Smith, Publisher in America and around the world, and we’d do more to put an end to the savage, dishonorable practices. Yes, there’s still human trafficking and forced labor, with millions of victims. As long as we bury the truth and criticize those Established 2011 who try to tell the stories, we will continue repeating history. IMESSENGER is a tribute to Le Messager, Slavery was ugly. “12 Years a Slave” tells the ugly truth. I guess some people can’t handle the truth. founded by Cameroonian journalist Pius Njawe Guess what, it’s time to grow up! Without the 12 years or lifetimes of slavery that our ancestors endured, there and The Messenger, an independent would be no best men or holidays for our people. magazine, founded by labor activist A . Philip Today we enjoy the fruits of the labor of our ancestors. Randolph and economist Chandler Owen. IM ESSENGER is committed to informing, If you go see the movie, you get up out of your comfortable seat, get into your car, drive to your wonderful inspiring, enlightening and provoking thought abode (whatever it is it’s much better than what our ancestors had), shower and place your head on your pillow. in a forum that is international. Submissions for And you’re uncomfortable seeing a movie? publication consideration may be submitted to

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Conyers & Bipartisan representatives introduce

Hon. John Conyers, Jr.

(WASHINGTON) – House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.), Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Security, and Investigations Chairman F. James Sensenbrenner, Jr. (R-Wisc.), Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet Chairman Howard Coble (R-N.C.), and Congressman Danny K. Davis (DIll.) introduced H.R. 3465, the Second Chance Reauthorization Act. The Second Chance Act was passed by Congress with strong

bipartisan support and signed into law by President George W. Bush in 2008.

Representatives issued the following statement:

This legislation provides non-profit faith and community-based organizations with mentoring grants to develop support programs such as drug treatment, housing, job training, medical care and education.

Congressman John Conyers, Jr. (DMich.): “Reauthorization of the Second Chance Act is critical to disrupting the prison pipeline which has plagued so many minority communities across the nation. By supporting community based re-entry programs, this legislation provides critical assistance to those emerging from our jails and prisons, allowing them to rebuild their families and become productive members of our society. I hope that this bipartisan effort will have success similar to our original effort in 2007, so that we can speed this to the President’s desk.”

Re-entry services have been improved, which has resulted in a reduction in recidivism and helped ensure a successful return to society for prisoners who have completed their sentence. The Second Chance Reauthorization Act builds on the success of the original legislation and continues to authorize funding for both public and private entities to evaluate and improve academic and vocational education for offenders in prison, jails and juvenile facilities. After introducing the Second Chance Reauthorization Act, the

Congressman F. James Sensenbrenner, Jr. (R-Wisc.): “As chairman of the OverCriminalization Task Force, I am committed to strengthening our

criminal justice system to ensure prisons serve as a deterrent and a place where people can be rehabilitated. There is overwhelming evidence that the Second Chance Act has been a resounding success by helping fully integrate prisoners back into society. Education and positive reinforcement are some of the most effective tools to prevent illegal behavior, and this law has improved re-entry services – not only saving taxpayer dollars, but changing lives, strengthening families and improving our communities. Reauthorization of these programs is important.” Congressman Danny K. Davis (DIll.): “The second chance law has proven to seriously help reduce recidivism and provide hope for large numbers of individuals to turn their lives around and become productive citizens who can contribute to the well-being of society.”

Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson appointed by Democratic Leadership to House-Senate Water Resources Conference Committee

3080). Congresswoman Johnson was a co-sponsor of the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2013, which was passed by Hon. Eddie the House last month with strong biBernice partisan support. The Senate passed Johnson its own version of water resources legislation, S. 601, earlier this year. “I have supported language in this bill to increase commercial navigation capabilities for Texas’ ports and waterways,” said Washington, Congresswoman Johnson. “As a DC – Congresswoman Eddie conferee I will work to bring forth a Bernice Johnson was one of the 12 strong piece of legislation that Democrats appointed to represent protects our water resources and the House of Representatives on the boosts economic development conference committee with the through our nation’s ports and Senate for the Water Resources waterways.” Reform and Development Act (H.R.

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Congresswoman Johnson serves as the senior Texas Democrat on the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, which has primary jurisdiction over this legislation. Congresswoman Johnson has a long history of leadership on water resources legislation, having served as Chairwoman of the Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee that helped craft and guide the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2007 into law over a presidential veto. The current version of the legislation contains language championed by Congresswoman Johnson that will increase commercial navigation

capabilities for Texas’ ports and waterways. “As the Co-Chair of the Texas Maritime Caucus and a senior member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Eddie Bernice Johnson has been a forceful advocate for the investments in our water based infrastructure that are critical to boosting our global competitiveness and to creating jobs,” said the Ranking Member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Congressman Nick Rahall. “The conference committee will benefit tremendously from her wealth of experience as the final water resources bill is crafted.”

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EIF proudly showcased its students’ successes today at the Murray Covens Contemporary Gallery, 154 Glass St. in Dallas. EIF Founder Jim Keyes and his wife, Margo Keyes, hosted.

EIF celebrates its 10th Anniversary Jennifer Rangel and roughly 100,000 other Dallas students are achieving success in college thanks to Education is Freedom (EIF), which is celebrating 10 years of dedication with its supporters and friends.

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EIF works to create stories of college success despite any adversities. Whether you are a registered EIF student, a parent who has some questions about Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or a student who just needs some help writing an application essay, EIF is there to serve you.

With oﬃces in more than 20 schools, EIF has helped 100,000 high school and college students realize their dream of attending and graduating from college. That means, if EIF gathered all its current and former students together, they would fill AT&T Stadium.

“We can only hope that our next ten years will allow us to positively influence the lives of even more students. We are investing in our future, because we recognize the diﬀerence that a higher education will make, not only in the lives of our students, but for our society as a whole,” remarks from EIF President, Marcia Page.

“My advisor was very supportive during the college process. From day one, she was always there for support. She would always have scholarship applications outside of her door for the students. If I had any questions…she was always there,” says Rangel of her EIF advisor.

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For more information on EIF, visit www.educationisfreedom.org

A Very Special Holiday Event

Friday, December 6, 2013 The D/FW Chapters of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers ~~~~

Proudly present our first combined Installation and Holiday Gala Reception Dinner

Program Dance (live music)

Keynote Speaker: Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. Dr. Benjamin Chavis, Jr., began his career in 1965, as a statewide youth coordinator in NC for the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC). In 1969, Chavis was appointed Southern Regional Program Director of the 1.7million member United Church of Christ Commission for Racial Justice(UCC-CRJ) and by 1985 was named the Executive Director and CEO of the UCC-CRJ. In 1988, Dr. Chavis was elected Vice President of the National Council of Churches of the USA. Then in 1993, Dr. Chavis achieved what no other before him had achieved. He became the youngest person ever to be the Executive Director and CEO of the National Association

for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).

Dr. Chavis has been a key advocate for the National Association of Real Estate Brokers, with the State of Housing In Black America (SHIBA) has taken shape to identify barriers in Housing and work toward solutions to increase homeownership among African Americans and other minorities.

Installation conducted by NAREB National President, Donnell Spivey D/FW Marriott North Hotel 8440 Freeport Parkway Irving, TX 75063

Reception at 7pm Dinner & Program at 8pm Attire: After 5/Men² Jackets required Real Estate and Housing Professionals in D/FW-Consider joining one of our chapters. For additional information Email: dfwrealtistsevents@gmail.com or call 817-231-0058 ~~~~

This event is a celebration of our D/FW chapters and an effort to increase membership among African American Real Estate Professionals in the greater D/FW metroplex. We are seeking new members who VXSSRUW RXU PLVVLRQ WR ³SURPRWH GHPRFUDF\ LQ KRXVLQJ´ DQG ZKR HPEUDFH RXU LGHDOV ZKLFK IRFXV RQ Verving the unserved communities. Find out more about Realtists® at: www.nareb.com $75 Per Person ~ Individual, Group and Sponsorship opportunities for this event can be found at:

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One Drop… Away!

Vincent Hall The semi-new hit TV show; “Totally Biased” with comedian W. Kamau Bell is a staple and source for writing this column weekly.

By Vincent Hall

November 29 and blow the roof oﬀ with sales. Liberal-minded and truth-seeking White folks will buy it for sure.

“What does it mean to be Black? Is Blackness a matter of biology or consciousness? What determines who is Black and who is not?

And since you're taking your broke ass to the mall anyway, and your money is “shawt,” the least you can do is buy a book that might help you throughout the next year. If you need a second reason, this book will help you understand global “Blackness” in a way that you thought you did but probably don’t.

Dr. Yaba Blay, an assistant professor and co-director of the Africana Studies program in Drexel University’s College of Arts and Sciences, seeks to challenge narrow perceptions of what Blackness is and what it looks like.

The Drexel U website article about “One Drop” oﬀers some great rationale and ravings that should make you want to purchase this scholarly work. And just in

The show which features Bell and is produced by the multifaceted Chris Rock, is well-written, wellchoreographed and consistently introduces news perspectives you might have otherwise missed.

The book, (1)ne Drop: Shifting the Lens on Race, combines candid narratives and photos of 60 contributors from 25 diﬀerent countries, providing a living testimony to the diversity of Blackness. It is intended to spark dialogue

The book is part of Blay’s larger, multi-platform project called (1)ne Drop – a reference to the “one-drop rule” from the early 1900s that held that anyone with 1/32 of “African Black blood” was Black. “In recent history, many Americans have used the term ‘post-racial’ to describe the state of current U.S. race relations, somehow suggesting that we have ‘gotten over race’ or that we no longer have racial issues,” said Blay. “What (1)ne Drop demonstrates is that concerns about race and what ‘box’ people fit into are as important now, as it was when the country instituted the one-drop rule.”” This is not Dr. Blay’s first rodeo, so Google her to look for some of her other works. But since Black Friday is called Black Friday and all the Blacks I called last Friday aren’t making much money, I figured Blacks on that Friday should make it a genuine Black Friday by supporting this sister and a Black business.

“Totally Biased” is always good for bringing you the latest news or the latest revelation on daily news items. The show features conversations that include Native Americans debating the Washington Redskins name, the evolution of Punk Bands and a bevy of black intellectuals and budding stars that you might not otherwise learn of. That's where I first found out about the new book on its way to your sales racks this Black Friday. The book is titled; “(1)ne Drop”: Shifting the lens on Race, by Dr. Yaba Blay of Drexel University. Because the book is being printed by a Black vendor, we should go to the bookshelves when it's released on Black Friday PAGE 7

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Regardless of your race, if you’ve got “One Drop” of consciousness at all, you ought to share this knowledge with dark-skinned and even light-skinned children of all races. Quit Playin’, it could change their lives forever! After all, most of us are just one drop away from something. Thanks again Kamau! Vincent Ha! is an awardwinning columnist and author. case you visual learners are interested, the book also has lots of pictures!

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A La Carte Catering & Cakes The Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce recently spoke with Marlow Jones, director of sales and marketing for A La Carte, about how the double minority-owned (women and African American) business developed and thrived. Company Founding The company was founded in 1994 and acquired by owner, President and CEO Michelle McDonald, along with her husband Don, in 2008. Company Vice President Valerie McDaniel always had a vision and passion to work in hospitality, thus the acquisition of A La Carte Catering & Cakes aﬀorded her that opportunity. Current Team Michelle (President & CEO),Valerie (Vice President), Marlow (Director, Sales, Marketing & Employee Relations), Don (Chief Technical Oﬃcer), Martin Medoza (Executive Chef), Judith Jenkins (Pastry Chef, Cake Designer) Business Diversification Is Key Marlow said that initially the company's work came from weddings, special events and RandMcNally Award winning lunch and afternoon tea services at the Dallas Arboretum. Through research and seeing the needs of the market, catering opportunities with Lancaster's regional airport and corporate entities like Parkland Hospital followed. Cater To Your Clients' Needs

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The philosophy of A La Carte dictates learning the client's needs and creating memorable experiences they will treasure. A La Carte will not make the client fit the mold but instead will ensure that the company meets the customer's expectations. Recommendations for catering are specialized for the need, with the creativity of the team at the center. Business Advice For Entrepreneurs Make sure you have a passion for what you do. With the A La Carte Catering & Cakes staﬀ, customers come first and a career in hospitality makes sense to channel their passion to provide excellent service. Know your strengths and hire to your weaknesses. It's likely you can't do it all, from customer service to accounting and hiring. Assess your capabilities and bring in complementary team members. Make sure your ducks are in a row. Put on your best face at all times: when interacting with perspective and current customers, in recruiting for employees, during networking and with potential funders. How Being a Member of the Dallas Black Chamber of Commerce Has Helped Business Marlow believes the Chamber has a proven track record of helping businesses grow. What makes the diﬀerence for A La Carte is making the relationship work for their needs specifically. "The relationship with the Chamber is not passive. You have to marry it and we grow

together," said Marlow. This means building a relationship with Chamber staﬀ and attending meetings to meet new prospective clients and partners. A La Carte had the opportunity to provide a variety of dining options for the Chamber, most recently dessert at the 87th Annual Awards Banquet. This exposure to hundreds of potential new clients is another benefit of membership.

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As you prepare for the holidays, consider hiring A La Carte Catering & Cakes to create a culinary masterpiece for your family and friends. Call or email now to discuss the menu! A La Carte Catering & Cakes www.alacartedallas.com 972-488-2245 alc@alacartedallas.com Visit the A La Carte Facebook page to see photos of previous events.

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The Beat Goes On for DISD Football By Roger B. Brown It has been 25 years since the DISD celebrated a state championship in football. And by the looks of things, you can go ahead and add another year to that total because it won’t be happening this year. With the state playoﬀs set to get started this week, it’s a real long shot!

according to USA Today. Then, either No.2-ranked DeSoto (10-0), which is No. 4 in the nation, or state-ranked No.8 Southlake Carroll (9-1) will likely be waiting in the state semifinals round.

As a matter of fact, Lincoln was the last DISD to even make it to a state championship game some 10 years ago. That Tigers’ team, which ended up losing in double overtime, was led by coach Reggie Samples (now at Skyline) and the all-around exploits of quarterback Byron Hanspard.

And if they make it past that gauntlet, state No.4ranked Galena Park North Shore (10-0) could be waiting in the state championship game.

The best shot for a championship run once again appears to be perennial power Skyline, which has been the pre-eminent and dominant program in the city since Sample’s arrival, supplanting longtime power Carter at the top. Since arriving at Skyline eight years ago, Samples has taken the Raiders to the playoffs every year. Last year’s team (12-2) finished two games shy of the state championship. The Raiders have racked up 17 playoff wins during that span. “Skyline plays three different seasons,’’ said Jeff Johnson, DISD athletic director. “They play a very tough pre-district schedule… then district... and on to the playoffs. Reggie generally plays a very tough non-district schedule in anticipation of a long playoff run. “They are highly respected all around the state, and had a really good shot at it two years ago (loss to Southlake Carroll in the state semifinals by blowing a 10-point lead in the last two minutes of the game at SMU. By the way, Southlake Carroll went on win the state title the next week). Reggie does a great job at Skyline, and they’ve just got to finish the job. And if they ever break through, they could go on a good run because they haven knocking on the door for a while now.’’ Skyline is ranked No. 18 in the latest state Class 5A poll. Just to get out of the region, the Raiders will have to get past top-ranked Allen (10-0), which also is rated No. 2 in the nation, PAGE 9

At least Skyline has raised the bar Roger B. Brown for DISD expectations, because there was a time when the district couldn’t even get out of the first round of the playoﬀs. “At some point, expectations can’t be just to get to the third or fourth round,’’ Johnson said. “They’re always going to have a chance to be pretty good simply because of the makeup of the school (Skyline is among the top five schools, in terms of enrollment, in the state). And when you mix that in with the great job that Reggie has done with the program, it could just be a matter of having the breaks go our way one year. It could be as simple as that.’’

coach. “I think his inexperience (he as in his first year at SOC after having served as Sample’s oﬀensive coordinator at Skyline) may have hurt him last year. But if they can avoid the injuries and get a few breaks along the way, they could surprise a few people. It’s all going to depend on the matchups.’’ SOC is in the same region as Highland Park (9-1), while San Antonio Brennan (10-0), which is ranked No. 2 , while defending champion Denton Guyer (Region I), No. 2-ranked San Antonio Brennan (10-0) and Humble Summer Creek (10-0), ranked No. 5, all could be

waiting in the wings for the Golden Bears. As for Carter, the Cowboys will have a monumental task of trying to get past national power Aledo (10-0), which is ranked No. 1 in the state and No. 17 in the nation. Also, Whitehouse (10-0), ranked No. 3 in the state, Texas City (10-0), ranked No. 4 and Elgin (10-0), ranked No. 6 will be tough foes for the Cowboys if they’re able to advance through the playoﬀs. “I’d be disappointed if at least one of our teams didn’t make it to at least the third-round of the playoﬀs,’’ Johnson said. NFL WEEK 10 PICKS : IND over TENN; CHI over BALT; HOU over OAK; NYJ over BUFF; ATL over TB; PITT over DET; PHIL over WASH; CIN over CLE; ARIZ over JAX; SD over MIA; SEA over MINN; NO over SF; NTG over GB; Den over KC and CAR over NE.

SOC (9-1) and Carter (8-2) also could make nice playoﬀ runs this season, according to Johnson. Carter, which is ranked No.5 in the area, handed SOC its only loss of the season. SOC is ranked No. 7 in the area and No. 17 in the state. “Coach (Patrick) Williams has done a great job at Carter and is getting the program back on par with what they used to have,’’ Johnson said. “And I think SOC has a legitimate chance to go a long way, and coach (Emmett) Jones has really matured into a good !

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Mallory Caraway files for congressional seat

Fashion Designer launches Kickstarter Funding Campaign HEIGHT GODDESS selected for coveted "The Workshop at Macy’s” Program With petite and plus-sized clothing lines becoming increasingly more prominent, it’s somewhat surprising how little attention is paid to the tall female fashion market. HEIGHT GODDESS (HG), a Dallas-based contemporary clothing line that caters to the beauty and uniqueness of tall women, has worked since 2007 to meet the fashion needs of women 5'9" and taller through its online boutique.

Accompanied by her mother, Barbara Mallory Caraway made if oﬃcial by filing as a candidate for the U.S. Congress seat - District 30. Ms. Mallory-Caraway is a former Dallas City Council member and Texas State Representative.

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Since being selected from over 1,000 applicants to attend the coveted “The Workshop at Macy’s” program in New York, HEIGHT GODDESS has an opportunity for expansion by being sold in major department stores. To assist in accomplishing this longtime goal, company founder Lameka Weeks has oﬃcially launched a Kickstarter online funding “Tall women have been shopping with us online and now they may have the opportunity to purchase HEIGHT GODDESS in department stores all across the nation,” said Lameka Weeks,

women. The HEIGHT GODDESS Fall/Winter 2014 collection features the Charlotte Dress Pant, the Victoria Wide Leg Trouser, the Heather skinny jean in various colors and the Moto Jacket. “Tall women aren’t just taller than averageheight women, our bodies are also shaped diﬀerently. So it’s not just about lengthening a sleeve it’s about considering broader shoulders and an elongated torso too,” said Weeks. “The HEIGHT GODDESS clothing line is created inhouse which gives us complete control regarding the fit and design of every piece.” The HEIGHT GODDESS Kickstarter campaign will run through Dec. 19, 2013 with a goal of raising a minimum of $20,000. By making monetary pledges, supporters will help place the chic and contemporary line of clothing on the racks and shelves of major department store retailers. For donations of $25 and more, supporters will receive gifts that include fashionable HEIGHT GODDESS graphic tees, necklaces and weekender totes. All funds raised through Kickstarter will be applied towards purchasing equipment needed to place HEIGHT GODDESS in department stores, hiring additional staﬀ to support the new demand and expanding the HEIGHT GODDESS collection to include highly requested styles and

Andrea Martin files for judgeship

the 6’1 visionary and founder of HEIGHT GODDESS.

Atty. Andrea Martin arrives to file for 304th District Court Judge. She attended Texas Wesleyan University School of Law and graduated with honors in 2000. After law school, Andrea Martin took a position with the Dallas County District Attorney's Oﬃce and begin prosecuting criminal cases. Later, Andrea Martin moved to the Juvenile court and began representing Child Protective Services in child abuse and neglect cases. In 2003, Andrea Martin left the District Attorney's Oﬃce and began her own private practice in Dallas, Texas. PAGE 10

“The Kickstarter funding campaign is a big deal because we really need the financial support to meet our goal of expanding. Although we may seem like a large company, we are only a twoperson operation simply trying to help women with height feel more confident and beautiful in fashionable clothing that fits their taller than average bodies.” From stylish jeans and pants to classic dresses and tops, HEIGHT GODDESS is eliminating the need of tall women having to shop in the men’s clothing department. Ranging in sizes from 4 to 20, the items featured in each collection are proportionally designed on tall fit models to ensure they are tailored specifically for tall

color options. “The success of our Kickstarter campaign will show major retailers that tall women are a viable market for having clothing in their stores,” said Weeks. “We receive lots of feedback through social media from fans expressing how much they love the clothes and how HEIGHT GODDESS has changed their lives, so we’re really hoping they step up along with the overall community and support by pledging to our campaign and spreading the word.” To learn more about HEIGHT GODDESS and to support the company’s Kickstarter funding campaign visit Kickstarter.com and www.heightgoddess.com.

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Trayvon Martin's Parents, Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin, retain APB as exclusive speakers' agency

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NEWTON, Mass.,-- American Program Bureau (APB) is proud to be named the exclusive speaking agency for Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin, the parents of Trayvon Martin. Since the death of their son, Fulton and Martin have committed their lives to transforming tragedy into change, working to ensure the survival of every child through education and thoughtful conversations about conflict resolution. The publicity surrounding Trayvon's death and the ensuing trial catapulted the country into national debate. Facing increasing demands to speak publicly, Fulton and Martin are retaining the services of APB to schedule and manage their speaking engagements. Both Fulton and Martin are available to speak individually, or as a combined program. In addition, the couple's legal team of Benjamin Crump and Daryl Parks also are available to accompany Fulton and Martin â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or can appear individually â&#x20AC;&#x201C; pending schedule availability. A Miami native, Sybrina Fulton has become an inspiring spokesperson for parents and concerned citizens across the country, lending her voice to speak against violence towards children and the need to build safer communities. An honest and relatable speaker, her message not only appeals to people's hearts, but is also one of hope and change, exemplified by her personal experiences and endeavors. As a mother, she inspires audiences to continuously educate their children about civil rights and to help them feel accepted as part of an ever changing society. Much like Fulton, Tracy Martin has taken his role as proud parent and channeled his efforts to promote the broad societal shift required to ensure that a similar incident never claims the life of another child. Martin's message of change extends to families from all walks of life, encouraging parents, relatives, caregivers and teachers to let their sons, daughters, and other loved ones know that their lives are valuable and to stress that they are loved no matter how society views them. Although his son is gone, Martin hopes Trayvon's death helps to heal the country and acts as motivation for parents and caregivers to keep fighting for the safety of all children. Organizations wishing to book Fulton and Martin should contact American Program Bureau at 1-617-614-1600 for information on available dates and program topics. For more information on American Program Bureau, please visit http:// www.apbspeakers.com. For a profile on Sybrina Fulton, please visit http:// www.apbspeakers.com/speaker/sybrinafulton. For a profile on Tracy Martin, please visit http://www.apbspeakers.com/speaker/ Tracy-Martin. PAGE 11

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Garland Firefighters engage community to warm the hearts of children Garland, TX – The Garland Firefighters Association invites the community to join them to help provide new winter coats to warm the hearts, minds, and bodies, of children in need. This fundraising campaign is led by Garland Firefighters, local 1293 to provide at-risk children in Garland with brand-new, American-made coats for the winter. This is the first year Garland Firefighters have joined forces with national non-profit Operation Warm to launch the program, “Firefighters Coats for Kids,” a movement led by firefighters across the U.S. to combat the eﬀects of childhood poverty while saving American jobs. Each $32 donation will provide a brand-new, American-made winter coat for a child at Caldwell Elementary in south Garland where over 80% of students live at a degree of the federal poverty level. “Our town has really stepped up to support the kids,” says

Brandon Day, Local 1293 firefighter. “We hope to engage the community and everyone who attends our events leaves with something to remember.” Teaming with the community, the Garland Firefighters have coordinated a successful Cross-Fit fundraiser and have already received support from sponsors ranging in levels from bronze to platinum. “By nature of our service to the community, we see how poverty aﬀects these children,” stated David Riggs, President of Garland Firefighters, Local 1293. “Keeping them warm and safe throughout the winter is the least we can do.” Garland Firefighters hope to raise more than $13,000 to provide coats to over 400 children at Caldwell Elementary. In midNovember, Firefighters will surprise the students with their bright new coats, personally fitting each child, and helping them to write their names in the interior tag, which reads, “Made Especially for You.”

New members named to Parkland Board of Managers Dallas County Commissioners have named Paula Dobbs-Wiggins, MD, and Stephanie Woods, PhD, to Parkland Health & Hospital System’s Board of Managers. Drs. Dobbs-Wiggins and Woods are at-large appointees named jointly by the Commissioners Court and replace Eddie Reeves and Roberto de la Cruz, MD, who resigned in August. “We welcome Dr. Dobbs-Wiggins and Dr. Woods,” said Debbie Branson, chair of the Parkland Board of Managers. “With their backgrounds in healthcare, they bring valuable knowledge and important perspectives to the Parkland board. Their insights will be extremely helpful as we continue to meet the challenges and opportunities of today’s rapidly changing healthcare environment. I also want to again thank Eddie Reeves and Dr. Roberto de la Cruz for their service to Parkland and the community as members of the board.” Dr. Dobbs-Wiggins is a Board Certified Psychiatrist and Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and is in private practice in Dallas. She is also an ordained minister and Adjunct Professor of the Practice of Pastoral Care at Perkins School of Theology at Southern Methodist University. Dr. Dobbs-Wiggins received her bachelor’s degree in Biology (cum laude) from Harvard College in Cambridge, MA and her medical degree from Harvard Medical School in Boston. She completed her residency in Psychiatry at Timberlawn Psychiatric Hospital in Dallas. Dr. Woods, a registered nurse, is Associate Dean and Associate Professor at the Houston J. and Florence A. Doswell College of Nursing, Texas Woman’s University, Dallas Campus. Her first fulltime nursing position was at Parkland Memorial Hospital. She received her bachelor’s degree from Texas Woman’s University and her master of science in nursing degree from The University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio. Dr. Woods earned her doctorate from The University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing.

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“This is a program that strengthens communities and the overall well-being of children,” stated Carey Palmquist, Executive Director of Operation Warm. “A new coat boosts a child’s selfesteem and allows families to stretch limited financial resources to other basic necessities, such as food and shelter.” For more information on benefits of becoming a sponsor, contact Brandon Day at firemanday@hotmail.com Donate to Garland Firefighters Coats for Kids: www.operationwarm.org/garland Learn More: Operation Warm Teams with International Association of Firefighters Operation Warm is dedicated to providing new winter coats to U.S. children in need and has reached more than 1.2 million children since 1998. The International Association of

Firefighters represents over 300,000 professional fire fighters who are dedicated to serving their communities beyond the traditional call of duty. In 2012 Operation Warm joined together with the IAFF to form a widespread, high-impact program called Firefighters Coats for Kids. The collaboration of these two organizations deepens the reach and support of our eﬀorts, as fire fighters protecting communities across the USA have become the face of this mission and the catalyst for a multi-dimensional program that not only provides coats to impoverished children but also helps Americans get back to work and out of poverty. Through this unprecedented partnership fire fighters are distributing coats made and sourced 100% in the USA. This collaboration provides relief for families who struggle to meet basic needs and to children who will now experience the joy and pride of owning something brand new – a gift of warmth from their local heroes.

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Cultural Pride is a Fashionable Asset

2013â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2014 SPEAKER SERIES Self pride is beneficial for individual selfesteem. In some cultures, showing pride is almost mandatory to illustrate one's love and appreciation for community or a cause. In the world of pageantry, contestants are quite selective over the pageant gown that is worn as it is an anticipated segment of the pageant. Judges and audiences typically expect contestants to wear traditional pageant gowns and wardrobe. However we found two accomplished women (Ms. Florida America 2013 - Amanda Wamunyima and Ms. America 2013 - Chiniqua Pettaway) who embrace ethnic fashions and display cultural pride in their community. Cultural fashions are more prevalent in ethnic-based pageants. A dynamic new trend is the expression of cultural fashions in the world of mainstream pageantry. Today's popular Media channels have a reputation for portraying less than stellar images of black women. Being an American Black woman in this era is a critical issue, because so many expectations exist that are very insulting concerning black women. Along with the excessive use of the "N-Word" that permeates many African-American social scenes. The airwaves and social networks are filled with images and language that suggests young black girls are to emulate music Video Vixens, Gold Diggers or they are modern Jezebels; to be addressed using the "b-word". However, we have found two accomplished women who offer a positive image, and they defy these negative stereotypes while displaying cultural pride as community heroines. Ms. Wamunyima (a first-generation immigrant from the country of Zambia) sparked a trend when she not only wore an ethnicinspired evening gown but her entire wardrobe during the Ms. America 2013 pageant week's activities comprised of trendy ethnic inspired designs. PAGE 14

During the competition, Amanda wore an ivory satin evening gown with metallic gold lace trim and crystals at waist and off shoulder, and side slit. Amanda explains, "My wardrobe is styled by TeKay Designs in Houston Texas. I'm proud of my culture. I want to show my cultural side through ethnic fashions. Because I'm from Zambia, I want to shine a light on African fashions to support the designers. African fashions are more than just clothing; because the garment tells a story in tribal context. For example; the fabric that is used in traditional Musisi dresses often signifies a geographical region and tribal expression. There is also a new generation of Africans who are more inspired by western designs fused with African fabrics. And they call these looks Afrique-Chic. So, I wear ethnic fashions to share more about whom I am." Amanda has sparked a cultural style trend in mainstream pageantry. Since winning her title, you will find Amanda adorned in opulent cultural fashions and representing her title at events while advancing her humanitarian cause. Amanda's mission is to lend her voice to ieEmbrace organization as her humanitarian cause. ieEmbrace provides hospitals and clinics with medical supplies and equipment; as well as offering youth development programs. Presenting culture in the forefront is a stylish asset, even more so at gala events that are as highly profiled as the Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards (GIAMA) ceremony. Amongst the celebrities and socialites, we met with pageant winner Chiniqua Pettaway the reigning Ms. America 2013. Ms. Pettaway's striking appearance in a body sculpting bronze gold lace dress with pleated undertones made her a paparazzi magnet as she arrived to accept interviews. This is intended, because Ms. America knows to leverage media attention to advance her humanitarian mission to the forefront.

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Black Contemporary Television Black Carpet Affair It was a gala aﬀair as a packed house celebrated the oﬃcial launch of Black Contemporary Television! Black Contemporary Television a local digital channel with the call letters KAZD digital 55.4 that serves the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex. This FULL POWERED digital station reaches over 95% of Dallas Ft. Worth Metroplex community. WE produce shows that represent the direction and design of Black Contemporary TV. The station’s mission is to have a credible broadcast platform which showcases the progressiveness, capabilities and true profile of the Black community. Black Contemporary Television, LLC is an umbrella of enterprises that caters to the upper echelon of BLACK pop culture. The mission is to achieve local and national distribution of film, video and television programming in the form of true representation of the Black American culture. The company will drive this unique approach of providing Black American viewing content in a unique broadcast television cable, film and virtual platforms. The company will achieve this objective through the in-house production of intellectual properties, agreements with independent producers and educational content distributors. The company will employ its proprietary Black American intellectual properties to the fullest extent to revolutionize the manner in which Black American information, entertainment, education and images are consumed. The objective of Black Contemporary Television is to create a full service television production company focused primarily on the development and distribution of contemporary television programming with the intent to implant a high quality brand of Black American lifestyle programming to attract advertising dollars allocated for such a lucrative target group. The end result, will be a dynamic television programming producing plant that will turn out innovative, original Black oriented television content designed to appeal to an upscale mature 35 to 54 year old Black American audience as well as a vibrant, active and impressionable 12 to 24 section and the most sought after 25 to 35 year old technologically oriented Black cultural segment that controls the disposable income of this group. Black Contemporary Television is the premiere destination to reach out to the metroplex's Black consumer because "It's About Us & It's About Time"

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Former NFL players weigh in on bullying issue By Donald Lee In light of the ongoing bullying controversy in the National Football League surrounding two Miami Dolphins players, it is fitting to write an awareness piece that gives young football players with dreams of one day playing in the NFL information that they’ll need in order to know how to discern what may be seen as a fine line between “rites of passage,” or the initiation practices targeting rookie players, and bullying. I’ve turned to three former (Beaumont) West Brook High School standouts who went on to play in the NFL — Mickey Washington, Earl Dotson and Curtis Ceaser Jr. — to talk about the recent situation in which Miami Dolphins player Richie Incognito was suspended indefinitely from the team for “detrimental conduct” relating to the alleged bullying of teammate Jonathan Martin, a second year player with the Dolphins. Washington, whose eight-year career as a defensive back included playing with the New England Patriots and Buﬀalo Bills, also sits on the board of directors for the NFL Players Association, which has insisted “on a fair investigation” for all involved. “At some point, people have to stop blaming the players, and they have to look at organizations,” says Washington, a 1990 draft pick of

Neo Soul Band Tone 7 Raising Funds for Haiti with New Single: Long Live Haiti San Francisco, CA-- Neo Soul band Tone 7 has made a name for itself by combining diverse musical influences including Hard Rock, R&B and Hip Hop. Now the band is ready to make a difference in the world through the proceeds of a new single, titled “Long Live Haiti.” Devastated to see the images of destruction of Haiti’s infrastructure and the human impact of terrible internal as well as international policy towards the PAGE 16

the Phoenix Cardinals. “If you take a fool and sign a fool to a multimillion-dollar contract, don’t expect him to (behave) any diﬀerent.” Washington’s point is that the

good fun,” says Ceaser, who was drafted by the New York Jets in 1995 and remained with the team through 1996. “That case there was a bullying situation — for that to happen to a second-year player,” Ceaser says, noting that initiations are generally aimed at first-year players. “It’s no way in hell that a second-year player deals with that.” Dotson, who made a living blocking for Brett Favre with the Green Bay Packers from 1993 to 2003, says he played for an organization that placed a premium on a stress-free working atmosphere. Mickey Washington, Earl Dotson and Curtis Ceaser Jr.

front oﬃces of football teams must make the workplace safe for their players. But while bullying should never be excused, initiations of rookies into the National Football League have always existed. “The bottom line is you’re going to do something, and it’s all in

“As far as my rookie year goes, I never had to deal with hazing,” Dotson says. “The reason behind that is because Green Bay didn’t tolerate that at all. (Then) Coach Mike Holmgren, his philosophy was: ‘How can you concentrate on making this team if you gotta worry about hazing?’ ”

country, the members of Tone 7 decided to seek a way to raise awareness and help to the people of Haiti. From this passion, the single “Long Live Haiti” was born. Joining forces with Partners in Health, an organization that focuses on the individual patients to break the cycle of poverty and disease, proceeds raised from “Long Live Haiti” will go towards treating malaria and tuberculosis, building homes for poor families, helping farmers increase their crops, and treating malnutrition in children. Tone 7 encountered Partners in Health following the earthquake,

when they signed on to headline a concert to raise funds for victims in Haiti. The members were impressed by the organization’s mission and reached out to create a collaborative effort to raise awareness and funding. Two versions of the song have been released, but it is the Reggaeton version that packs the most punch with its sheer versatility, featuring both a Spanish rap and a vintage Creole rap by Haiti native Christian Ettiene. “The original version is more of a fusion of Hip Hop and Rock,” explains the band. “The Reggaeton version allowed us to play with the song more and feature the Spanish and Creole raps.” !

Dotson says when he was in Green Bay rookie players would have to pay for “2 grand” worth of dinner, but nothing remotely close to the $54,896 bill Dallas Cowboys rookie receiver Dez Bryant was pressured into paying in 2010. Asked how a rookie should respond to anything that resembles hazing, Dotson says: “Judge what would be asked of him, when it comes to the hazing. First and foremost, he’s his own man. The last decision is always up to him.” Donald Lee, a Beaumont, Texas, native living in Dallas, is a free-lance journalist. Contact him at (225) 773-2248. Follow him on Twitter at @donaldj_lee.

Through this powerful and entertaining song, Tone 7 hopes that the listener will both enjoy the music but also consider the lyrics: “Why freedom got to mean such loss; politics, greed and the people on the cross. Keep your head up Haiti! You’re in our hearts now Haiti!” Early response from fans has been incredibly positive, and now the band is ready to bring the song to the world. Advocating for the well-being of all those who are tremendously in desperate need, the Tone 7 Haiti project message is crystal clear: every life matters. Tone 7 is currently in the studio working on a full length release for 2014, titled “Matter.” To download a copy of Long Live Haiti and make a donation, please visit: https://donate.pih.org/page/ outreach/view/personal/LongLiveHaiti !

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The Failures of Common Charitable Giving Strategies by Eric Friedman

What would you think if I told you that the decision you made to give to the local hospital or cancer group was actually hurting people? That the charitable choice you thought would make the world a better place was actually doing the opposite? That the causes you felt so good about were contrary to what you thought? There’s a dark side to giving that people rarely discuss. Any time a donor chooses one health care charity over all the others (or makes no donation at all), the donor is literally making a decision that affects who gets sick and who doesn't, who is cured and who isn't, and—at the extreme—who lives and who dies. For every person a donor helps, countless others are not helped. Donors who choose an average charity over a great one have failed to do as much good as they could have. Their choice is directly connected to real-life consequences, sometimes half a world away. This issue doesn’t just apply to health care charities. For example, when donors choose one antipoverty charity over others, their decision affects the life outcomes of those who are helped and those who are ignored. And when donors choose an anti-poverty charity over a health care charity, they are making tradeoffs between health and poverty. More people might die if a donor chooses the anti-poverty charity, but more people might live in poverty if the health charity is selected. That's not to say that one type of charity is better, but simply that a donor’s charitable choices can make noticeable differences. This predicament isn’t the donor’s fault—it’s impossible to help everyone—but it is reality. These donors certainly don’t hurt people. And yet, just as donors deserve credit for the good deeds they do, the opportunities they decline should be subject to scrutiny. Some donors might avoid making these difficult decisions by splitting their gift among several different causes and organizations to help many people, but spreading resources around doesn’t PAGE 17

eﬀectively tackle the broader issue: scarce resources prevent donors from helping everyone in need. Choices must be made. How should donors make these decisions? As an example, most people would agree that both health care and education are important. If some health care charities are very eﬀective and charities that focus on education have weaker track records, then you may have one preference. But if the reverse were true, you might have the opposite preference. Charitable choices aren't just philosophical; they’re about evidence. Unfortunately, a study from Hope Consulting found that only 35% of donors do any research before deciding which charities to give to, and only 9% spend more than two hours on research. Most people give to the charities they know and like: the university they attended, the health care charity that touched their lives, the arts organization they appreciate. Donors know these are good organizations by seeing their work firsthand. But donors rarely do a rigorous comparison to other charities. (It doesn't really count if the research is exclusively from charity rating agencies that focus on the overhead costs of the organization and don't actually evaluate the quality of the charity’s programs.)

could have. That may be fine with you if you think of charity as people giving away their own money—it's theirs to waste. But it isn't okay if you view it as a lost opportunity to save lives, reduce suffering, or enhance the human experience. Both perspectives have some truth. So how do you actually identify the best charities? Most people have neither the time nor the expertise to research this on their own, so it makes sense for them to piggyback off someone else’s research—the key is to choose that group wisely. You might want to look to large foundations with professional staff, but most are too specialized in niche areas to help with the most important questions for donors. For example, a foundation focused on supporting U.S. primary education typically doesn’t have the expertise to help donors evaluate whether their philanthropy is best directed at U.S. education, malaria prevention, combating global warming, or some other areas. And even among those that do have this expertise, most foundations are too secretive about their evaluation processes and results to be very helpful for

others. There are only a few publicly available resources that are genuinely willing to “go anywhere” in their recommendations. One of my favorite sources for information about charities is the charity evaluator GiveWell. It would consider any charity for any cause, and only gives its top recommendation to three charities —not because GiveWell thinks all other charities are bad, but because it wants to clearly communicate its view of the bestof-the-best. Giving to your alma mater, favorite health care charity, or local cultural organization doesn't actually hurt people. But by choosing a charity for personal reasons instead of evidence-based prioritization, you're foregoing the opportunity to do all you can to make the biggest impact with the amount you give. And what’s the value in charitable giving if the primary purpose isn’t to help others? Eric Friedman is the author of Reinventing Philanthropy: A Framework for More Eﬀective Giving. An excerpt is available at www.ReinventingPhilanthropy.com.

Suppose you give to a hospital that can cure one person of a disease for $10,000, but a health care charity you didn't give to can cure two people of equally horrible illnesses for the same cost. Have you really done a good deed? Yes, compared to the person who gave nothing. But you haven’t done as much good as you !

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SPIRITUALLY SPEAKING By James A. Washington

For someone who grew up when I did, the question of Jesus Christ continues to mystify many of my friends, when it comes to my newest hero. I mean if you think of Christianity as some kind of sanitized version of European colonialism, then there is no wonder that many regard this faith as a cop out when compared to the ancient older religions of the world, particularly Africa. However, when you do due diligence and study, then it becomes clear how the religion of Christ has been manipulated down through the ages for political purposes. But isn’t that the case with every religion? Man still kills in the name of God; whatever name that might be. And so it has been and so it is now. Religious conflict is still the single reason most people die at the hands of their fellow man (see Middle East, Pakistan, India, Afghanistan to name a few). Faith seems to be a dangerous commodity in this world. Before I go too far down that road, allow me to merely put forward the life of Christ as one, that has caught and held, not only, my attention but, my admiration, my respect, my praise and my worship. As I’ve said many a time, Jesus was and is and will ever be a bad man. Folk can say whatever they want to but this guy was a man’s man. He was a rebel, a revolutionary and dare I say, probably a socialist, if you take his stance on feeding the poor into consideration. He was definitely antiestablishment. I can’t think of anyone who was more anti-status quo than Christ. He was outspoken, selfless, self confident, shameless, giving and loving, and who was more committed to PAGE 18

their beliefs? This man was a teacher, a provider, an obedient son, respectful of His elders, a blessing to all who would listen and I suppose you could characterize him as, larger than life. I’m not trying to convince you of anything. I’m just trying to give you some perspective on why He is my lord and Savior. God or godliness aside, this is a man I’ve come to admire; so much for what He stood for as also for what He said. I mean c’mon, the man died for me. They tell me there is something special about leading men who would die for the cause you represent. I mean who wouldn’t want to change the hearts and minds of people to be more tolerant and accepting of that which makes us all part of the same family known as mankind? Who among us cannot accept the concept of a love so strong that even unto death, it cannot be weakened but yet as a result, is strengthened for all time? People have and continue to die for simply trying to practice what he stood and died for. I just encourage you to read for yourself what has been written about him. Too many would distort His reality to keep you down in order to keep themselves up. There are Jesus Hustlers among us and use His name for their personal gain. I could of course go on for some time but that is not my intent today. I just wanted to give you some of the perspective on why I write this column; where the foundation of this thing came from. Jesus came to be a blessing and I’m just trying to follow His lead. May God bless and keep you always.

James

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flight attendant. I initially thought we had been robbed and called the police. The stereo was missing and, as I later realized, so were all of the clothes on my husbands side of the closet. I cried for 30 days.

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But I got oﬀ my knees and made plans for my son and me. My name is Alma.

I lost my sister to cancer and married again. This one has lasted 16 years. Between my two marriages, trust me, I’ve had almost every life experience one could imagine.

I’ll be writing a weekly advice column. The name of my column -"Ask Alma." So what makes me qualified to dispense advice?

And I’m still here, living my truth. We all know that the truth ain’t always neat or pretty.

Well, I’ll tell you a bit about myself and let you decide. I like good food, yard sales and fancy earrings. Never met a piece of cake I didn’t like. But after topping 300 pounds, I found a healthier way to eat. Without surgery or gimmicky diets, I lost more than 100 pounds. Yaay, me! I have worked since I was 18. That’s when my Mama said, “Okay, girl, go do your thing.” That was her way of letting me know it was time to strike out on my own. I quit college, got married and eight years later had a baby. That husband left me and his toddler son for a beautiful international

If you have a problem with your Boo, your boss or your relatives, let me help you. Perhaps your neighbor is working your last nerve. Let’s talk about it. It helps sometimes to have a diﬀerent perspective on things. I won’t print your name or your email address. I’ll print only the question you ask. So look for me every Friday right here, and tell a friend.

Our previous advice columnist, Gwen Baines, stopped writing for health reasons. Beginning with our next package of stories on Monday, Alma Gill will write an advice column titled, “Ask Alma.” She has a strong following on Facebook and Twitter and that social component should provide a broader array of questions.

FAMU Alums awarded Alfred Fleishman Diversity Fellowship TALLAHASSEE, Fla. —Two Florida A&M University (FAMU) alumni are the first Rattlers to be admitted into the Alfred Fleishman Diversity Fellowship program at public relations agency FleishmanHillard. Kourtney Berry and Folakemi Osoba were selected as two of 19 fellows that will be spread in 11 oﬃces across the nation. They are a part of the second class of young professionals to gain an opportunity to launch their careers in the communications industry. “Our firm is immensely proud to oﬀer a program that provides young professionals the opportunity to launch their careers in our dynamic industry,” said Dave Senay, president and CEO of FleishmanHillard. “I know their passion, energy and ideas will position them for success and strengthen our capabilities. I’m proud of the way they represent the critical mission of this program – to help bring a richer diversity to FleishmanHillard and the communications industry as a whole.” The fellows will receive full time employment at FleishmanHillard. The six to 12 month fellowship includes PAGE 19

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Osoba was motivated by professors to apply, and after doing some research, she was enticed by the programs mentoring and training. “I am hoping to take away new skills in public relations and ultimately a greater understanding of communications as a whole,” said Osoba, a Gainesville, Fla. native. Osoba said she is a stronger person and has an improved work ethic because of FAMU. She credits

the university. “I want to expand my network and develop professional relationships that will provide insight for my career for years to come,” said Berry, a Tampa, Fla. native. “The program has surpassed all goals I had, and the learning I have experienced has been invaluable.” Berry said FAMU groomed her personally and professionally for the workforce. She was encouraged to get !

involved with the program to gain experience in a global communications firm and live to her full potential. “This program is a great foundation for anyone interested in learning the complete business of communications,” said Berry. “I needed something that would challenge me and allow me to live up to my full potential and beyond.” FleishmanHillard is a global communications firm that specializes in public relations, public affairs, marketing, paid media, transmedia and social content. The company has 80 offices in 29 countries, plus affiliates in 42 countries and has won numerous awards. The program is a part of FleishmanHillard’s Diversity Matters initiative. The initiative addresses the need to have more diversity in the communications industry. A diversity council is also included in the initiative because it focuses on providing resources and direction for recruitment and retention. For more information on FleishmanHillard, visit http:// www.fleishmanhillard.com.

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Veteran’s Day Celebration honors Lieberman Earlier this week Windsor Senior Living, known by many in the community as the Taj Mahal of senior living because of it's 5-star architectural character, fine cuisine and service to its residents -- had it's 5th Annual Veteran's Day Celebration. In attendance were dozens of retired war veterans living their days out in the luxury they deserve, following their service to this country. During the event, an honorarium occurs where Challenge Coins are presented to the veterans as a remembrance of the iconic coin where during war time they were used to find soldiers who were lost, to establish connectivity to each other and to honor the memory of one another. Sr. Army Air Defense (ADA) soldier Jonathan P. Taylor, who served nine years with the 19th Maintenance Company, now takes great pride in serving these retired veterans everyday as an executive sous chef at Windsor. L Taylor proudly presented the Challenge Coin to Major Sig Lieberman, a Purple Heart recipient, in remembrance of his great service. Seeing both Taylor and Liberman together at the event, was a moment in modern times that captured a war history not to be forgotten and blended it with the new breed of soldier who understands the profound impact these men have had on him and his country.

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Jonathan Paul Taylor, Executive Sous Chef, has been working for Windsor Senior Living for the past 2.5 years. Born and raised in Texas, he joined the Army from 2003 to 2011 with the rank of Specialist E4.

Sig Lieberman served in the U.S. Army. He joined prior to the invasion of Pearl Harbor. This soldier served in Alaska and in Europe. Fought in the Battle of the Bulge and was wounded.

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He received the Purple Heart Medal and the Bronze Star among others . He was a Liberator. He was in the first Army unit to Liberate a Nazi concentration camp. He stayed in the Army for 18 years , was Commissioned during the was and retired as a Major.

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Lancaster Area Chamber of Commerce - November Luncheon Hon. Craig Watkins Presents The State of the Dallas County DA Office 11:30 AM - Registration 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM - Program $18 Chamber Members $30 Non-Members Lancaster Recreation Center - Grand Hall 1700 Veterans Memorial Parkway Lancaster, Texas RSVP & More Information: Lauren Grady Johnson 972.227.2579 chamber@LancasterTX.org Job Fair 2nd Annual "Red, White & You!" 9:00 a.m. Ballpark at Arlington 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington, TX 76011 For More Information: http://www.twc.state.tx.us/svcs/vetsvcs/hiring-redwhite-you.html

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November 14-17 George Willborn at Arlington Improv! Around the world, on stage, on television and on the radio, George Willborn is considered comedy’s Stress Reliever when he takes the stage and smoothly clutches audiences funny bones with his no-holds barred approach to comedy. Redeem this deal before they run out to be spellbound by Mr. Stress Reliever, at the Arlington Improv.

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Breaking Business Barriers: a discussion and Q&A with Karen Parkhill, Vice Chairman and Chief Financial Officer of Comerica Inc. Program: 10:00am to 12:00pm Cedar Valley College Building M; Room M121 3030 North Dallas Avenue, Lancaster, TX 75134 You’ve earned a say about the future of

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November 21 Martin Sheen will participate in the staged reading in Dallas of Noah?s Ark, a new play inspired by James Douglass? bestselling book, JFK and the Unspeakable: Why He Died and Why It Matters. Noah?s Ark, by Pittsburgh playwright Ginny Cunningham, has been three years in development and will have a public staged reading at Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Lane, at 7 p.m. Thursday, November 21, the eve of the 50th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. James Douglass will join Sheen and Cunningham for a talkback following the 90-minute reading. Buckner Children and Family Services and Dillon International, Inc. will present two FREE foster care and adoption information meetings this month at Buckner’s office, 5200 Buckner Blvd. Then on Thursday, Nov. 21, at 7 p.m. a Buckner representative will give an overview of foster care and adoption options in Texas, including foster-to-adopt, Waiting Texas Children and domestic infant adoption programs. International adoption options, through Buckner’s affiliate Dillon International, will also be discussed. For information or a reservation to attend the meeting, please call Sheree Scott at 214-319-3425 or email sscott@buckner.org.

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November 25-27 holiday tradition for Dallas, the annual Behind the Scenes Noontime Performances for Dallas Black Dance Theatre return November 25-27, 2013 at Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s studios located at 2700 Flora Street. Sponsored by Nordstrom, Behind the Scenes provides a sneak peek of the upcoming season of performances of Dallas Black Dance Theatre, as well as an intimate setting between dancer and patron for getting to know more about all five performing ensembles of Dallas Black Dance Theatre HCDFW has been selected as the chapter to host the NAHJ regional conference. It will be held on December 6-7 at the Fairmont Hotel in Dallas.

December 4 A Reception for Judge Marty Lowy Democrat - 101st Civil District Court 5:30-7:30pm Andrews Kurth LLP 1717 Main St #3700 Dallas, Texas 75201

December 5 27th Annual Peacemaker Awards Dinner Dallas Peace Center's 27th Annual Peacemaker Awards Dinner Give Peace A Chance

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Dr. Marvin Sapp, whom music critics have called "...A phenomenon in Gospel music," will be the headliner of a very special evening of song and worship. The event is billed as "An Evening of Thanksgiving fundraiser Concert." It will take place on Friday, November 22nd --at Friendship West Baptist Church in Dallas, 2020 W. Wheatland Rd. Call 214-941-0110 for tickets.

November 23 1st Annual Heads Up! Celebrity Bowl-A-Thon for Charity 6pm – 10pm Central Time USA Bowl, 10920 Composite Drive, Dallas Join CAAPCO's Young Professionals Division, Counter Culture, and The Men of Nehemiah Ministry to distribute Thanksgiving food basket to needy families in southern Dallas. 8:00 a.m. The Men of Nehemiah Ministry 2010 Grand Avenue Dallas, TX 75215 For more info or to sign up as a volunteer, e-mail ypd@caapco.org TEEN SUMMIT and College Fair 9am ( Vendors free to remain from1-3 to interact with parents) Location Address: Collin County Community College 9700 Wade Blvd. Frisco, TX Number of Students: 100, ages 14-18 PAGE 24

Join Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Kappa Zeta Chapter on First Fridays December 6th - March 7th, as we roll, bounce, and skate for a cause! During our 2nd Annual Skate for Babies campaign we will raise money for stronger, healthier babies in support of the lifesaving work of the March of Dimes. Four evenings full of skating and family fun: December 6th January 3rd February 7th March 7th So come out to Redbird Skateland at: 1206 N Duncanville Road Duncanville, TX 75116. $8 includes admission and skate rental; mention Kappa Zeta chapter and $4 will be donated to the March of Dimes March for Babies.

******* The annual downtown Christmas Parade will be held at 7 p.m., Friday, December 6, 2013. The theme for this year’s parade is Songs of Christmas. Beginning at 6 p.m., citizens will be entertained by the festive sounds of the Phoenix School Choir at the historic Hunt County Courthouse. The parade begins at the corner of Bois D’ Arc and Lee Streets and travels westward on Lee Street; south on Wright Street; east on Washington Street and finishes at Stonewall Street, turning south to exit downtown. Marching units, horse entries and all vehicles not legal for normal street traffic will continue east on Washington to Market Square.

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stronger, healthier babies in support of the lifesaving work of the March of Dimes. Four evenings full of skating and family fun: So come out to Redbird Skateland at: 1206 N Duncanville Road Duncanville, TX 75116. $8 includes admission and skate rental; mention Kappa Zeta chapter and $4 will be donated to the March of Dimes March for Babies.

January 17 Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration Friday, January 17 at 7:30 p.m. — Awards Banquet and Silent Auction Where: Hyatt Regency Hotel - 300 Reunion Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75207 Keynote Speaker: Dr. Vashti Murphy McKenzie, the first female bishop of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. Cost of tickets: $75 Individual, $750 Community Table (10 seats per table) For information about events and banquet tickets, call: (214) 670-8418 or visit the website at www.mlkcelebrationdallas.org. When/ Friday, January 17 at 7:30 p.m. — Candle- Lighting Ceremony Where: MLK Recreation Center 2901 Pennsylvania Avenue, Dallas, TX 75215 This event is sponsored by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. For more information, please contact Craig Anderson at (469) 360-5688. When/ Saturday, January 18 at 10:00 a.m. — Martin Luther King, Jr. March & Parade Where: The parade will assemble at City Hall Plaza to Ervay Street south, to MLK Jr. Blvd., past the MLK Complex to 2922 MLK Jr. Blvd. Participants include bands, floats, community/civic groups, and churches. Ron Fry and Devon White Annual Birthday Party Westin Park Central Hotel January 17, 2014:Friday 8pm - 1am *Partnering with the Tom Joyner Foundation *Sponsored by 40Creek,Viking J Ford, Twenty Grand

January 18 Terrance Hunt Brunch Featuring: Dr. Thomas Haynes Location TBA 11am - 1pm

February 7 Join Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Kappa Zeta Chapter on First Fridays December 6th - March 7th, as we roll, bounce, and skate for a cause! During our 2nd Annual Skate for Babies campaign we will raise money for stronger, healthier babies in support of the lifesaving work of the March of Dimes. Four evenings full of skating and family fun: So come out to Redbird Skateland at: 1206 N Duncanville Road Duncanville, TX 75116. $8 includes admission and skate rental; mention Kappa Zeta chapter and $4 will be donated to the March of Dimes March for Babies. The Dallas Division of the American Heart Association will host the 2014 Go Red for Women Luncheon at the Hilton Anatole. This year’s luncheon will feature Vice President Dick Cheney as the keynote speaker. Mr. Cheney has had a long battle with cardiovascular disease having suffered his first of five heart attacks in 1978, and ultimately undergoing a heart transplant in March of 2012.

December 23 KENNY G will be performing at the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House in the Dallas Arts District at 8 p.m.

January 3 Join Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Kappa Zeta Chapter on First Fridays December 6th - March 7th, as we roll, bounce, and skate for a cause! During our 2nd Annual Skate for Babies campaign we will raise money for

March 7 join Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Kappa Zeta Chapter on First Fridays December 6th - March 7th, as we roll, bounce, and skate for a cause! During our 2nd Annual Skate for Babies campaign we will raise money for stronger, healthier babies in support of the lifesaving work of the March of Dimes. Four evenings full of skating and family fun: So come out to Redbird Skateland at: 1206 N Duncanville Road Duncanville, TX 75116. $8 includes admission and skate rental; mention Kappa Zeta chapter and $4 will be donated to the March of Dimes March for Babies. !

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Dr. Harry pulls from her background in both traditional and holistic medicine to oﬀer insight into how everything from diet to exercise (or a lack thereof) to chemical and

“The stress response was designed as a protective mechanism to remove us from danger, to get things done that we need to accomplish, and to keep us alert,” Dr. Harry continues. “The problem is many of us find ourselves stuck in overdrive, and this can program our minds to have heightened responses to even the most benign situations.” Anxiety 101 is a must read for anyone battling anxiety or increased stress as well as anyone interested in taking a holistic approach to healthcare. Sections include:

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