September Edition of Expose' Magazine of Jackson

Expose’ Magazine The Exquisite Shannon Brown!

Wife Mother Philanthropist Entrepreneur!

See How She Does It ALL!

Anniversary Special!

of Jackson

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Shannon Brown Acknowledgements: Cover: Sterling Photography Hair: Monica Benson Wilson of Imagine Make Up: JStruktuur of JStruktuur Beauty Stylist: Samantha Brown of White House Black Market

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Shannon Brown

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Photo Gallery

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Kimora Lee Simmons

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Eddie Murphy

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Orange Chicken Recipe

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Shannon CromwellBrown Wife, Mother, Philanthropist, and Entrepreneur!

Shannon Cromwell Brown, a native of Charleston, SC, has been a resident of Madison, MS for the past 8 years. She is a mother, wife, entrepreneur and philanthropist. Shannon and her family moved from Nashville, TN due to a job opportunity for her husband.

She is married to Dr. Samuel F. Brown, OB/Gyn and diVinci Robotic Surgeon, who was also her college sweetheart. They are approaching their 18 year

of marriage this December.

They have three children, Samuel 15, Alexia 12, and Antonio, 15 months, who is their newly adopted baby boy who was obtained through a private adoption within her family. When asked by a younger cousin, who was struggling to find her way in life and had experienced several hardships, to adopt the unborn baby, Shannon and her husband accepted the child and he is now a big part of

their family. “I wanted to help my family and I refused to allow him to enter into the foster care system� says Shannon. As a trained counselor and therapist, she has worked with kids from all backgrounds that are in the system and has witnessed the impact a loving and stable home environment has on the lives of such children, especially one with a strong father figure. “He is truly my son and I feel no difference between him and

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our other children.” Shannon and the biological family maintain their family ties and enjoy watching Antonio grow and develop into a healthy child.

However, at one day old, Antonio was diagnosed with a congenital heart defect. He needed to have heart surgery. The surgery was successfully performed at Blair E. Batson Children’s Hospital in January. Contrary to the circumstances, Antonio is strong and healthy and now walking and even trying to run. “All I can say is ‘Look at God’ he is our miracle.”

Furthermore, Shannon attended South Carolina State University (HBCU) and received a BS in Psychology. She then received a M.ED. in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University Of South Carolina, School Of Medicine.

Shannon has worked in the field of counseling across the states of South Carolina, Tennessee and Mississippi coordinating various programs.

Shannon has held the titles of Mrs. Madison America 2009 and Mrs. Madison County America 2010 in the Mrs. Mississippi America Pageants. She was the only African American candidate represented in both the pageants. Her platform was “building self-esteem in women”. She held several speaking engagements giving her personal testimony of living with Lupus and encouraging women to accept the beautiful person that God has created within them. She was motivated by her own challenges with self-esteem as lupus affected and continues to affect her skin and causes her to be sick and hospitalized from time to time.

“Although I am a very private person, I choose to share my testimony to give someone hope who is dealing with the same condition where they may say, hey look at her. If she can do that so can I.” Recently Shannon was inducted into the Second Edition of Who’s Who in Black Mississippi for being an outstanding Community Leader. She was recognized for her work with homeless women and partnering with Actress Ms. Vivica A. Fox for The Run Way of Love Fashion Show last February.

Shannon is the owner of a new upscale, lingerie boutique called Laces by Lexi. The boutique is located at 111 “Sometimes it really takes a toll on my body and knocks me Colony Crossing Way, #270, Madison, MS 39110. to my knees but I always get back up fighting because God She sells sexy, elegant and sotold me that by His stripes I am phisticated lingerie for womhealed and I live my life this en and young ladies. She will way each day.” also carry a selection of plus

Shannon maintains her health Mrs. Brown has developed and by eating healthy, exercising directed the counseling ministry and doing her best to remain at New Jerusalem Church and stress free. She is a proud has held positions as Children member of Beta Delta Omega Church Coordinator and VBS Di- Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha rector there.

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sizes for her more voluptuous clientele. In addition, Shannon will feature French Kiss Shoes by Shannon within the boutique.

Vivica Fox chats with Shannon and Dr. Samuel Brown

Laces by Lexi: Shannon’s new Boutique

Shannon Brown

Brown Family Portrait

Shannon Brown with musical artist Jagged Edge, on the far right

Shannon, Vivica Fox, and Shannon’s Mom, Delores Knight

Shannon and Danielle Bryant, a runway model

Is It over Between Kimora Lee Simmons and Djimon Hounsou?

According to rumors, the couple who have been married for 4 years, may be splitting up.

It has been reported that “money issues” caused the split. However, a Sudanese author went on record stating that she is the cause for the split because she slept with Hounsou throughout his marriage to Kimora. Hounsou vehemently denies the rumors and states that he has never met the woman who is making the claim. Djimon further states: “I am a man of integrity and would never betray my wife or my family."

On a side note: As of September 1st, Kimora Simmons has parted ways with Baby Phat.

"After 14 years of conceiving and nurturing Baby Phat, it's time for me to move on and further expand my other businesses and create a new phenomenon,"

Eddie Murphy Lands New Pilot for CBS According to Eonline, Eddie Murphy will star in a series based on the hit movie Beverly Hills Cop. A pilot has been ordered. If everything goes well, we will be seeing Mr. Murphy in the new show this fall.

The 51 year old Murphy was photographed with the host of 106 & Park, Rosci Diaz. They were rumored to be dating.

Eddie Murphy’s ex-wife, Nicole, is starring in a hit reality show called Hollywood Execs airing in VH1 on Wednesdays.

Chicken thighs glazed with a flavorful orange sauce.

Ingredients:           

1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup chopped onion 1 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, about 8 ounces 1/2 teaspoon dried leaf thyme

Preparation: In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion until softened. Add orange juice, thyme, rosemary, 1/4 teaspoon salt, dash of pepper, soy sauce, and the brown sugar. Simmer, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes.

1/2 teaspoon crumbled dried leaf rosemary 1/4 teaspoon salt

Heat oven to 375°.

dash ground black pepper 1 tablespoon soy sauce 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar 6 to 8 boneless chicken thighs

olive oil salt and pepper

Wash chicken and pat dry. Arrange in a foil-lined greased baking dish. Brush lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake for 20 minutes. Liberally brush the sauce over the chicken thighs and bake for 15 to 20 minutes longer, or until cooked through.

Bring the remaining sauce to a boil; serve with the chicken

Serves 4.

Credit: About.com Southern Food