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With this knowledge we can only be successful. Shine! And, stay woke. Show your best assets to the world and let the Lord know you trust Him because you’re not afraid of being shiny and new. Every day you are a new creation because of the breath he supplies you with. People say life is short, but take your time to learn all you can glean, do your very best in all you choose and are called to do, and, most of all… shine, Shine, SHINE!

We should always jump into life with both feet. Do and be your best. Keeping your eyes on the enemy should become easier and easier as we strive to become more like Christ. Don’t ever let anyone stop you from being who you are called to be. I’m reminded of a recent powerful and shiny story. On February 13, 2022, Erin Jackson became the first Black American woman to medal in speed skating in the Olympics, ever. Not only did she medal, she won the shiniest of all…gold. The year before she won the 500 meters in the Speedskating World Cup race, also the first Black American woman to win. Stereotypes exist. Erin faced disbelief and criticism because she is Black and competing in a cold weather sport that many still reserve for white people. And, she lives in Florida. But, Erin worked on her gifts and talents and became the best in the world. She turned her back on the naysayers, stayed woke and eventually outshined the world.

This is the month we celebrate women around the world and Dr. Remi was elated to add that she sees a brighter future ahead for women as we live our power fearlessly and faithfully. Women’s narratives are so needed to achieve desired developmental results. Dr. Remi strives to live her life fully on a daily basis and to push herself to DO MORE and BE MORE for humanity. As we see women making history every day, Dr. Remi just wants us all to know, with faith, hard work and perseverance, that we can achieve and be all that we are destined to be.

Celebrating Women’sHistory Month!

During her 10 year journey in media, Karen has enjoyed a variety of successful endeavors that were building blocks to her current position as owner of V&P Community Magazine and Media Productions. The list includes:

Karen and former DC Council Woman Carol Schwartz were among a group of great women spotlighted in what has become a renowned cover story for Prince Georges Suite Magazine about the Class Act Community Women’s Awards in 2012. The shoot featured photographer Stevie Gaymon and was styled by Karen. She extends sincere kudos to magazine publisher and editor, Raoul Dennis, for such a rewarding experience.

Make sure you grab a copy of A Modern Day Black History ABC. Visit www.theyouthmessenger.com for more information about all the phenomenal things the “Charlotte Princess” Meoshia is doing!

Music, that universal language that brings us all together. The song that plays from a saxophone will captivate our minds, move our spirits, vibrate our bodies and touch us deep down in our souls. Music, it has a way of speaking to us without ever uttering a word. Yes, the man and his sax, or should we say the Incomparable Langston Hughes II, gives us inspirational vibes that just capture our hearts.

He continued with “I am thankful for this opportunity. This is something that will stay with me throughout my career. They paired me with a mentor, someone who is actively working professionally in the industry. I have a wonderful mentor, Dr. Leigh Pilzer, who has been great through this whole process and helps in guiding me through career decisions and all that type of suff. They do a series of workshops from filing your taxes, entertaining a crowd while on stage, to public speaking, a lot of great stuff. I even had a chance to teach a workshop on sounds. Basically, I am learning a lot of things that you don’t learn in school. This allows me to get real hands-on experience.”