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ASHLEY SHEPARD COLUMBIA, TN. MUA

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jan 6TH, 2020 ISSUE ASHLEY SHEPARD

GET IN STYLE 14 MICHELLE OBAMA16 TAMARA CHARLES 20 KERRE (MUA) 24 KICK OFF 2020 OUTDOORS 28 PHATZ CLOTHING 30 MISS AMERICAN DIAMONDS PAGE 32

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ASHLEY SHEPARD

I live in Atlanta ga I’m new and advanced to modeling, I started modeling in 2018, I`ve been wanting to model and be on the covers of magazines since i was a little girl. I was introduced to John Casablanca’s school and I attended/ graduated with a modeling certificate in July 2018.

I want to let the whole world know that have a speech impediments. I have done Runways, Print and commercial also featured in magazines .

That my gold is go to New York and Los Angeles. I always work hard what i believe in . I wanna say thank you to God, My family`s and Friends

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I want to let the whole world know that have a speech impediments. I have done Runways, Print and commercial also featured in magazines .

That my gold is go to New York and Los Angeles. I always work hard what i believe in . I wanna say thank you to God, My family`s and Friends

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I am Simeona Myyone Bleu, representing Memphis TN. I Love Creative Classy Fashion.

In my city we do fashion our way. Weather always changes where im from so dressing accordingly is the goal. Here i am wearing a nice Leopard printed dress along with a brown trim designed, fur lined collar coat. To make it all PoP! I am wearing a sparkly silver pump. This fun, flirty, sophisticated look is great for a busy but chilly sunny day out.

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Accessories can be real statement pieces and a way to show your personality in an otherwise classic outfit.

Fashion accessories are a great way to spice up any wardrobe, especially one that could use an updating.

Are you interested in updating your appearance, at least in terms of your fashion? If you are, you may not only want to examine the latest in clothing fashion trends, but also the latest trends in fashion accessories. Fashion accessories are rapidly increasing in popularity, particularly in our celebrity-obsessed culture. But many of us still do not know exactly how to use them to our best advantage.

The term “fashion accessories� is very broad and includes a number of products. Just like fashion clothing pieces, accessories come in virtually every size, shape and style under the sun. There are fashion accessories that are designed for children, teens, men, women, petite sized, and plus sized individuals. Below are a few of the major fashion accessory items you might want consider in order to keep your look current and expand your coordination options.

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The most well known fashion accessory is of course, jewellery. For teenagers and children, fashion jewelry pieces that are popular often include colourful, oversized pieces, as well as charm necklaces or charm bracelets. For men, a popular piece of jewellery often includes large pendant necklaces, many of which display a cross or another popular or meaningful symbol. As for women, popular pieces of fashion jewelry include watches, earnings, rings, necklaces, bracelets, pins, and so forth.

Another major fashion accessory that you might want to look at is a new handbag. While purses can also be trendy, it is the handbag that has become a real status symbol and major fashion accessory. They come in a huge array of different styles so it is common to own more than one if your budget allows. In fact, many women out there like to match their fashion accessories, including their purses and handbags, with the clothing that they wear. [Continue on Page 24] Updating your handbag every season can be an easy and relatively inexpensive way to update your whole look.

MICHELLE OBAMAS TOP 8 OUTFITS OF 2019 March 24th, 2019 In a Jahanna Ortiz look while speaking to Jimmy Kimmel about her book “Becoming” at the Tacoma Dome in Tacoma, Washington.

February 27th, 2019 In a cobalt blue suit with flares of red, yellow, black and turquoise.

February 27th, 2019 First lady Michelle Obama makes monochromatic chic in her silk orange top and tonal trouser.

April 25th, 2019 In a smart white midi dress and tan wedges while walking around the streets of Tribeca in New York City.

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April 11th, 2019 In a custom emerald green panther tuxedo by Peter Dundas for a speaking engagement about her book “Becoming� in Oslo

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Tamara Charles Tamara Charles is an Author, Advocate, Empowerment Speaker, Executive Producer, Founder & CEO of Sisters In Charge, a nonprofit organization for battered women with children based out of Georgia, that gives women a healthy start, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. Ms. Charles takes her vision and makes it reality through sound strategy development.The mission of Sisters In Charge is to provide a safe shelter, and a variety of educational, recreational and social services to address the essential and changing needs of the families in Georgia and surrounding communities.

Ms. Charles also understands the potential fatal nature of domestic abuse, which makes seeking assistance imperative. By providing, a home where battered women and their children may seek temporary shelter, Ms. Charles hopes to help these women understand they are not alone. Her shelter will be designed to provide a safe space where victims may share their stories and meet other survivors to support them in their journey. Additionally, she hopes to provide these women with resources to help them gain control over their lives.

After have gone through those experienced, I decided to write a book called Unbroken, Still I Smile, a memoir of my story, Journey, and survivorship experiencing sexual assault, three domestic violence relationships, and now living as a multiple sclerosis warrior. I want inspire other women and let them know that they are not alone. There are help and resources that will help them get out the situation they’re in. I want to let them know they don’t have to feel ashamed and they surely don’t need a man to feel that they’re loved. Self Love should be your focus, meaning you have to love you first before you can love any man.

As an advocate, I provide emotional support and guidance. I help victims get into a safe haven and discuss safety plan. I Help the victims with getting the right resources such as shelters that they need in order to move forward and help regain control over their lives. Most importantly, I listen without judging. I have done Women empowerment brunches, feed the homeless and our Sisters In Charge Annual Masquerade Gala fundraiser for domestic violence awareness month.

My advice to both men and women is to tell someone you trust and formulate a safe plan immediately.

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It’s your new favorite MUA, Kerrenako AKA Kontoured by Kerre.

Tennessee’s newest published freelance make-up artist. It’s my passion to enhance women’s unique features by creating flawless beauty. Facial art is my joy. The perfect blend of shadows, colored lips and contoured cheeks, help bring out the best feature of any makeup user – confidence.

I am a single mother and raising twin girls.

Providing the best life possible for them is my driving factor. Ensuring that left turns of life became the right learning experience, I found myself drawn to the flawless world of makeup. The way that patience and palettes designed beauty on the faces of everyday women brought the excitement I needed.

Recreating a look for a client that has never worn makeup is my pleasure. I believe the right wing and liner can give life.It is my desire to have continued growth by becoming your personal MUA. Let’s push your beauty boundaries with a glam eye and luxurious lash. Book with me and put my many years of experience to the work.

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Kick off 2020 by getting outdoors and enjoying state parks

For many people, modern life means spending more time indoors. In fact, Americans spend roughly 90% of their time indoors, according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency. This has had numerous direct and indirect health impacts, from respiratory issues due to poor indoor air quality to reduced physical activity due to an indoor sedentary lifestyle.

People of all ages are starting to make a change, embracing the outdoors for all the benefits it can provide to their mental and physical health. Since there are opportunities for getting outdoors nearby wherever you live or travel, there’s no better time to commit to getting outside than in 2020.

First Day Hikes A new year offers 365 days of opportunity, and what better way to start your outdoor goals than with First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day at a state park near you? State parks in all 50 states are offering free, guided First Day Hikes run by outdoor experts who want to help you explore the best the park has to offer.

Visit stateparks.org to find a local participating park and enjoy New Year’s Day making memories outdoors while exercising and connecting with nature. The distance and rigor vary depending on the park and the program, but all hikes have one goal: to create a fun experience for the whole family while fostering an appreciation for the outdoors.

Explore local treasures year-round It’s easy to take for granted what’s in your own backyard, and state parks are a reminder of the beauty of the different seasons while offering ample amenities that make exploration easy any time of year. Once you visit, you’ll want to return again and again to cherish the scenery and create many more memories with your family.

Whether it’s a family picnic, a guided group hike, bird watching, rock climbing or simply a calm walk listening to the sounds of nature, there are many activities to explore at state parks. Check out the month’s park programs run by knowledgeable state park staff and volunteers to see what may be of interest to you and your family.

Discover different parks throughout the U.S. In the United States there are 6,792 state park areas comprising 18,694,570 acres. These parks offer 14,672 trails over 52,603 miles total length - that’s more than twice around the Earth at the equator! Whether you’re exploring your local park or looking for a way to enjoy the outdoors while traveling, there’s a state park nearby that is sure to bring the wonder of nature to your family.

My name is Melvin “Phatz” Williams, I’m the Owner/Head Designer of Phatz Clothing. My brand is made with comfort and affordability in mind for the everyday person. I call my brand an Empire in the making it so that you can find any and almost everything you want with my brand.

The dress that Annette is wearing is a coral 1pc Maxi dress with a hood attached for a little mystery, it’s from the new Xquisite Collection. You can order the dress in multiple colors with or without the hood.

The Coral dress shirt and Black slacks that Brook is wearing is from the Tru G Collection designed by Phatz, you can order in multiple colors and also order bowties or neck ties as accessories to accent.

Phatz Clothing has a number of brands under our umbrella, so if you see or have questions please feel free to reach out to me personally. We can listen and learn of any concerns or input that you may have concerning a custom design. We love creating custom designs. If you want to order anything or place a customer order please refer to our website @www.phatzclothing.com, and if you are interested in seeing more designs or the other brands under the Phatz Empire umbrella, u can visit my social media pages on IG @phatz_brand or FB @ phatz williams. Feel free to email at phatzbrand@gmail.com.

MISS AMERICAN DIAMONDS PAGEANT 2019 GIOVENTU MAGAZINE COVERAGE Hosted by Barbara Bowers James - Pageant Director A Christian faith based pageant that allows you to let the diamond GOD placed in you to shine bright and sparkle in all you do.

A natural pageant for girls ages 4 & up.

Division Competitions: Elegant Wear, Interview, Community Service, On-Stage Question, Introduction Optional Competitions: Bling-Bling Wear, Diamond In the Rough Wear, Photogenic, Portfolio Model, Talent, Top Model, Super Model and SpokesModel

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VALERIE GALLUP MISS AMERICAN DIAMONDS CURVY DIVA QUEEN

I’m Valerie Gallup, wife to Darren, Mom to Emily, Matthew, Michael and Josylin. I have been a Type 1 Diabetic for 47 years and through that, I have learned to live Philippians 4:13...I CAN do all things through Christ, which strengthens me. Through my faith in Christ, I have learned to live healthy with diabetes, and against the odds I was able to give birth to three children. I have also been blessed to adopt my youngest daughter Josylin. I aspire to be a Proverbs 31 woman to my loving husband of 28 years. I’ve been immensely blessed in my home, my work and my life. In the Miss American Diamonds system, I am able to share my love of God with others, and let them know that they, too, wear God’s crown.

Valerie Gallup Miss American Diamonds Curvy Diva 2019 Lifetime Queen, US United Pageant

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ZAKHIRA JAMES MISS AMERICAN DIAMONDS LIFETIME QUEEN

I am ZaKhira James and I am a sophomore at Johnson & Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island pursuing a degree in Psychology. In 2013, I was selected as the face of the Miss American Diamonds (M.A.D.) pageant system.

At the very first pageant, I was surprised and offered the Miss American Diamonds’ Lifetime Queen title.

I accepted this big responsibility because its a pageant system that puts God first and pushes me to follow my dreams with poise and grace. Follow me on Instagram at ZakhiraJames and always remember to #shinebright.

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BROOKE ANDREWS MRS/MS. QUEEN

Hello, my name is Brooke Andrews and I am your 2019-2020 Mrs./Ms. American Diamonds Queen. If you have never heard of a Miss America Diamonds pageant, I would encourage you to check it out. This was the first pageant that I have ever been apart of and it was a positive experience. This pageant represents faith, inner beauty, and integrity. All things that I admire in a person, and things I choose to represent. For those of you who are reading this may be thinking: I’m am too old, I am nervous, and I am not cut out for the “pageant” scene, but I am here to tell you that you are wrong when it comes to Miss American Diamonds. M.A.D. encourages women, ALL women, to show off the diamond that God placed in each and every one of you. This is a floor that allows you to be no one other than yourself. If you have always wanted to do a pageant, or check one off your bucket list I promise you will meet some incredible people, and have the time of your life!

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EARRICKA FARMER JR. MISS QUEEN

Hello my name is Earricka Farmer I am the Miss American Diamond Miss and I’m a performer I love dancing and won’t to have my own dance and performing arts center and my experience with M.A.D is that I really like that they help with confident and that there not like any other pageant system !!!!

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JOSYLIN GALLUP TEEN QUEEN

I’m Miss American Diamonds Teen Josylin Gallup, and I am an overcomer. I have overcome being a 14 week early micropremie, the death of my mom at a young age, and abuse from my dad. Today I am happy and love because I have been adopted by my aunt and uncle.

I’m outgoing, quirky and fun, and although I’ve been bullied about that in the past, I now embrace it and am comfortable with who I am. I like photography, reading, writing poems, anime cosplay from shows I like, and creating special effects makeup. I want to be a teacher for special education history or English teacher. Miss American Diamonds was my first pageant, and it is amazing

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KATI ANN RUSSO MISS AMERICAN DIAMONDS - DIAMOND OF DIAMONDS QUEEN

Kati Ann Russo is a Speaker; Radio Host, Author, Actress and Miss American Diamonds Diamond of Diamonds. She is an advocate for tween and teen girls and hosts forums for them addressing life issues. She holds a bachelors degree from Cal State San Bernardino in communications with a minor in theater.

My journey with Miss American Diamonds started in 2016 when I was crowned the first ever Miss American Diamonds Ms. California. I regained that title twice more and won my first National title last year - Miss American Diamonds Dazzling Diamond.

This is my 4th year in the MAD pageant family and second year holding a National title. Because of my time with MAD I’ve been able to appear at numerous Holiday events, fundraisers, on several red carpets and in numerous parades representing my pageant family. I volunteer regularly at a food bank in my area and with the Rancho Cucamonga IncredABLES (a program for disabled individuals). I use my platform to raise awareness about issues impacting young adults, spread Jesus’s love and make a difference in my community. Being involved with the pageant has helped me see my potential and my true beauty. It’s an honor and privilege to be a part of the Miss American Diamonds Pageant family.

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