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The Path to Self-Employment

Posted by Tawana Necole on July 13, 2008 at 5:30am

Find Opportunities That Are Right For You.Franchoice is a leading franchise information company; providing a valuable free service to qualified individuals looking for a franchise business that represents a "perfect match" for them.Tip: The Path to Self-EmploymentEmployment or Self-Employment?Job seekers are often at a crossroad in their life. While scouring through local job opportunities focused on specific careers, many overlook the potential of franchise ownership. It is a great opportunity to build the lifestyle you dream of while taking control and making a good living. The charm of buying a franchise is the flexibility of investment, industry, and involvement. Franchises cost as low as $5,000 and they are in over 90 industries. Some are full time opportunities, and some are suited well as an additional way to earn money while you are working elsewhere.What's Important to You?There are hundreds of reasons why people choose to buy a business. Are you seeking more time to spend with your family? Would you like to reap the rewards of your hard work? Are you ready to turn your interests into a career? When you become a business owner, you can determine what's important to you and then choose a business that matches your needs, goals, and lifestyle. Whether you're craving career stability or a flexible lifestyle, small business ownership can put you in the driver's seat.This Tip is brought to you by FranChoice. Explore your career options and Request your FREE franchise consultation TODAY!--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Job.com Subscriber NoticeJob.com's Tip Of The Week is sent periodically to subscribed Job.com members. You subscribed to this newsletter as buzineswoman@yahoo.com when you registered for your free account with Job.com on May 22, 2004.Job.com values your privacy, and sends you messages which relate to helping you manage or advance your career. All messages will be sent from Job.com. However, we may showcase products or services from carefully selected career content providers and partners. You may unsubscribe from this issue or other Job.com emails by using the "Manage Newsletters" link below. If you wish to manage your Job.com membership, please use the "My Account" link.Manage Newsletters | My Account | Search JobsAdditionally, if you prefer, you may also send us a note via regular mail at the address listed below:Job.com attn: Customer Service Dept PO Box 6210 Fredericksburg, VA 22406--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Copyright © 1999-2008 Job.comX-NM-DBID: 1591687X-BMB-Site-Id: 10

Empowering Women Notes: Especially for My Network Marketers!

Posted by Tawana Necole on July 13, 2008 at 4:36am

Empowering Women NotesKim Eaton (Woman Surviving Cancer)~Understand the power of Perseverance~Always have a dynamic powerful Attitude~Never Give up~Be Enthusiastic~Be Positive~Be Involved (Attend as much Training & Presentations as you can)~Learn How to Build the businessApproach Method ~ "Are you open to taking a look at something that will make or bring you added success?"~Always have the attitude that everybody needs World VenturesKaren HanzlikContact Info: Karen_CPO@LifeSoulutions.com503.998.5009Motivational Speaker and A Life/Personal Coach.Most recent project is Life Soulutions where she teaches a 6-month Mastery of skills classNotes~Make a decision to be successful~Do things that build your confidence~Get as much information and knowledge about the business~See yourself being successful/Affirmation {Visualize that when you are talking to someone about anything there are NO barriers between you and that person. (She referred to this as "lowering your screen of anxiety")~Deal with one person at a time~Treat people according to their personalities/write notes/find out what that person's goals are and try to provide World Ventures (or any Network Marketing business) as a SERVICE to them~Focus on what people want~Make sharing the business a habit/daily try and speak to someone and not just about the business/this will build your confidence~Always stay at a level of Service

Evaluate U: To the Myspace chics that Really want to Change....

Posted by Tawana Necole on July 13, 2008 at 4:30am

Monday, June 16, 2008Evaluate UCurrent mood: enlightened~TNGAs I stroll through my page and see some of the desperate women out there, I see why some men treat us the way they do. Not saying it's right, but if most of the women project that perception, then that's their reality. Some of the Default pics that you all have of yourself are degrading and desperate. One of the top things on a woman's "To Do List" of life is to be Happily married to the Man of their dreams. And some people's dreams are different. But for the chics that kept reading (and have some of the same values that I do) this far and didn't catch an attitude because of this blog, I am talking to you. I am in no ways the best at everything or a perfect person. I have fall short in many situations. But one thing I can definitely say is that I have learned lessons along the way. That's why I was lead to write this. Sharing positive and uplifting inspirations is just something I love to do.... Every situation in life we encounter is a Test. If you don't pass the test, you take the test again. If you never pass the test, you never grow into being a positive, mature, and productive individual. That's what We all need to understand. Half of the women & men on this wonderful networking resource, really are successful and trying to help others achieve that same goal. But some of the women & men have alterior motives. Their intention is to steal and destroy. A snake in the grass (whether it is a man or woman) gives major signs that they are no good. We just choose to ignore them. Whatever perception a person gives, is another persons reality. Someone told this girl I knew, that very same sentence. The energy you place out is the energy that comes back to you. Your character and reputation are constantly fighting a battle against each other (similar to your Flesh & your Soul). Your character weighs more because at the end of it all that is what will be judged. Reputation is what you do...and what you do follows you. Character is who you are and how you treat others. Some women are so thirsty and desperate for a man or for some attention, they don't realize what they are attracting and how they are killing themselves softly. Ladies, do a thorough Introspection of yourself. Evaluate you and your goals and what you want for your life. Until you evaluate you, your situation may never turn out in your favor.

New to Network Marketing?

Posted by Tawana Necole on July 13, 2008 at 4:30am

Learn the Keys to Success of the Leading Industry of the 21st Century & BeyondWith the boom in growth taking place in WorldVentures, there are many people excited and hopping on board without the background knowledge on the benefits of the Network Marketing Industry. A key part of success in any field is being knowledgable about your industry!From business experts Donald Trump and Robert Kiyosaki, to Harvard educated and university professor Dr. Charles King, 2 time presidential economic advisor Paul Zane Pilzer and billionaire/philanthropist Warren Buffet, Network Marketing is being heralded as the business model of now and the future!Check out this piece from entreprenuer.com:"With network marketing, there are no big capital requirements, no geographical limitations, no minimum quotas required...Network marketing is a low-overhead, homebased business that can actually offer many of the tax advantages associated with owning your own business. Network marketing is a people-to-people business that can significantly expand your circle of friends. It's a business that enables you to travel and have fun as well as enjoy the lifestyle that extra income can provide." -Michael L. Sheffield, Founder of Sheffield Resource Network(To read the full article from entreprenuer.com)

The very reason SSE was started/to BREAK down Barriers that constantly tear women apart! Does this happen to you often?

Posted by Tawana Necole on July 13, 2008 at 4:00am

~UnknownOk...so I walk in and you see me. You see that my hair is done, my outfit isfierce and I carry myself like a lady. I smile at you but you roll youreyes at me, then, turn your head and whisper something to your girl. Why you hatin'?Ok... so maybe I'm a new employee and this is my first day at work. I almostthought I would be the only sistah in the joint until someone introduced usto each other. I smile and extend my hand, happy to know I won't be herealone. You smile and shake my hand but there's insincerity in your eyes andyour hand is limp. You seem guarded. What's wrong Ma'?Ok ...so maybe my man and I have been having problems. Andsince you've been my best friend for years I confide in you that I think he's cheating on me.You offer your support. Until I find out that he's been cheating onme....with you! Why would you hurt me like that?I found your knife girl.....it's in my back.As women we battle daily. We battle keeping our families together, keepingour men happy and maintaining our presence in the workforce. With all thatbattling going on why in the world should we have to battle eachother?Now I'm not saying every sistah has a knife...but some of you do....and youknow who you are. Why is it that a woman can't get her glamour on withoutyou having a problem? Why can't I get a blonde weave without you havingsomething to say? If I'm working myself to death in the office trying toclimb the corporate ladder...why am I suddenly a sellout? If I leave theroom for a minute why can't I trust you around my man? Smiling in my face,but gossiping all my personal business behind my back? ....... you now havepermission to consider yourself triflin'!Inferiority Complex. It makes us feel that in order to be someone special wehave to put everyone else beneath us. Are we so insecure in ourselves thatwe can't feel good until we pull someone else down? There's somethingwrong here. We've come to envy those who've accomplished in their lives what we'veonly dreamed of having for ourselves. And when we fear we will never be ableto get what we want - we steal it.There is a serious self-worth issue going on here. We're in a day and agewhere we should be encouraging each other and holding each other up.Sisterhood should not end when Oprah goes off. Truth be told, there willalways be someone prettier, sexier, stronger, and smarter. I'm sorry Boo-that's just the way it is. But that's ok.....just do you!I don't care how good Beyonce' looks - if she walks into the same room I'min, it doesn't make me any less of the diva I already am! I love admiringhairstyles...but there's no need to be jealous. Honey, nowadays there'senough hair for err-body. I have goals in life. There are things I strive toattain. Yet I seek out successful sisters because they keep memotivated.Life is so much more than who looks the best, who dresses the best and whomakes more money. So when you see your sister going for hers let it inspire you ....To do you!!!!!!!!!!!

Do you travel for fun, business or both?

Posted by Anna P on July 13, 2008 at 3:30am

Good evening to everyone. My name is Anna and I am new to this site. I am very excited to join this amazing group and look forward to getting to know you. I have a travel website and would like to invite each of you to visit when you are making travel plans either for business or pleasure. My prices are the same or better than other online sites such as Expedia, Travelocity, etc. For you ladies who travel extensively for business, pleasure or both, I would like to show you how to travel for less as an insider and get a commission on your own travel. Traveling in this manner can help your bottom line. Please contact me so I can share more.Have a blessed evening and I look forward to forming meaningful alliances with many of you!Anna Powellwww.aratravelplus.com

FENG SHUI CHIC LADIES DO YOU WANT TO KNOW WHAT IT IS WELL LETS FENG SHUI CHIC

Posted by EMMA WHITE on July 13, 2008 at 1:09am

Feng Shui ChicYour sitting looking puzzled like What is La La talkin about now! Feng Shui Chic! Chic means all that is trendy and new. Styles of clothes, HOW you wear them, your makeup and the scent that one wears can influence your energy. It's all about looking and feeling your absolute finest Ladies and Gents. Not once in a tired blue moon but every day of your life it's applied! In fashion colors represent creative and artistic skills. Befor I get started on it im gonna tell you about it ancient history! Feng Shui Chic was based on the study and practice of chinese aesthics and medicine. It was used for centuries and still is there own practices combined. In Asia the psychological mind about beauty is can be superifical to some western minds.They believe in beauty with in and out how it can make a change in mind and soul ! Feng Shui Chic is just about being yourself elevating your on levels of becoming superstlyish and achieving and believing all areas of life! Ok what im about to tell you it's your on choice to read and believe or not thats makes you you! Welcome to the wonderful world of colors, silver is creative, gold for power, black for flow and also has meaning of depression, gray for intiative, peach for health, green for harmony, brown for nurturing, red for energy boost, purple for devotion ,orange can also be for health, white for lust for life and in there believes it can represent mourning end of life , black can also be for creativity, orange can be for desire it represents lively and happy,as well,Yellow for good luck,blue for harmony and peace,violet represents strong power. Fabric fabrics and fabrics, stretch denium for movement and curves, silk for flow, french terry and linen so you can breath easy!, chiffon for health, satin for allure and power, flannel for warmth,velvet for sensuality,sued for mental toughness, silk can alos be for enchantement,metalllic for energy,Chiffon for femininty, leather also can me for power and furs to take life in stride. The world of patterns stripes for flow, checks for growth and communication, jacquard for new oppurtunites, herringbone for nurturing, Plaid for longevity,metallic thread for success and good fortune,Madras prints warmth, pyramid can also represents power, animal prints for intuitive knowledge, stars so you can glitter and fruit for fertility. ACCESSORIES Who doesn't need it? Me LA LA im gonna sprur's it up! Jade for abudance, crystal for clarity,Triangles for power, grapes for a sweet life, butterflies for high flying happiness, metal accessories for balancing energy, one of a kind bohemain pieces to fuel your creative side, beads and sparkles to keep all eyes on you!, scarves for energy and power, ribbons for communication, Pearls for great love, turquoise for good friendship, lapis lazuli for inner protection, blue sapphire for insight and whiteopal for vison. Metals Metal and more, silver for intuitive, tin for wisodom, pewter for flexabilty,brass for success, bronze for achievement, gold for strength and also so you can glitter in all aspects of your life and copper for healing, iron steel and coins can also be for protection. Oh we all love to smell so good and differnt Your scent can tell alot about you off top! Magnolia for beaty, lotus for harmony, sage for clearing your head, chamomile for gental soothing, jasmin for being oh so sweet, myrrh for inner relfection, patchouli for even flow, clary sage for extreme clarity, Bamboo for flexiabilty, peony for beauty too girl and boys, sandlewood for sensuality, pine for longevity, whisteria for prosperity,Nerrol for happiness, hibisus for splendor, gardenia one I do love for sweetness, jasmine for confidence, lemon and limefor cleansing, bergomat for clarity, narcissus also flow, ginger for the spices of your life, rose for wisdom, patchouli for sensuality, vanilla for erotic sense, lily for love, peach for a nuturing spriit and myrtle fo ruplifting one mood. You can find differnt scent like this at the Body Shop! Most of all the scent or made and found oversea's. LA LA learns and loves to read about differnt thing and share things with others beliefs and views that they might not know about. You can say I heard about the fashion of feng shui chic from la la. you can say never heard of it really dont care about it's ok but learning differnt things can make you are break you! So now you all know about Feng Shui Chic ask a fashion artist and they will say yes I know about it cant you see my fashion statement!LA LA Aka Exotic Butterfly input on FENG SHUI CHIC

Small Business Tip: Learn Online for FREE!

Posted by Ktasha on July 13, 2008 at 12:31am

Did you know that you could take free business courses online, anytime? SCORE is an online resource that more of us should make use of. They were formed in 1964 to offer current or would-be business owners the expertise of experienced businessmen or women. SCORE consists primarily of retired business and professional people, but also includes some still active in a business or profession. As "Counselors to America's Small Business", their purpose is to strengthen existing small businesses and improve the success prospects for startups. While they offer nationwide face to face counseling and advice, classes and training, they also offer free business courses you can take online from the comfort of your home.Try these useful and interesting courses to help your business get started and grow:~ Business Skills Workshops~ Quick start Business Plan~ Assessment tools like "Can You Afford to Start a Business" and "Working Out Your Prices"~ Virtual Learning Center with 26 courses on Starting a Business, Managing Your Finances and Marketing Your Business~ Creating an Online Presence~ Creating a Cash Reserve~ Developing Efficient Systems~ Learn about Technology and eCommerce for your business~ IRS Online ClassroomThere's also a new page on SCORE for Women Entrepreneurs where you can use free interactive tools like Chart My Success where you can track your sales goals, track monthly sales and track goals met. You'll also business mentors, workshops, articles and wealth of other resources.CLICK HERE to visit the virtual classroom. With SCORE, you can organize and run a successful business!Be blessed and feel free to send your questions to khardge@gmail.com.--Ktasha N. Hardge is a Tax Professional and Home Based Business Expert who is establishing herself as a Lifestyle Enhancement Specialist. She is on a journey of financial freedom and time freedom and wants to help others do the same. Visit Hardge Connections, LLC for interactive financial tools and resources that can help you grow personally and professionally. Visit Global Connections Travel to learn about an amazing opportunity that can transform your life as well as finding some of the best travel deals online. Request a free eBrochure or video to your dream destination.

"Living By Design Blog Talk" Radio Show

Posted by Cathy Holloway Hill on July 13, 2008 at 12:30am

CATHY'S RADIO TALK SHOW:Upcoming guests include Dr. Debbie Glasser, nationally recognized PhD & Psychologist specializing in blended stepfamily relationships, Victoria Rowell, award winning actress, a special listener appreciation show featuring R&B legend and grammy artist Howard Hewett, formerly of hit 70's group Shalamar, J.L. King, author of "On The Down Low" featured guest on the Oprah Winfrey show, and Ms. Iyanla Vanzant, NY times bestselling author and national keynote and motivational speaker.The Living By Design Radio Talk Show airs each Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. eastern. This radio talk show focuses on self, health, and wealth to enhance and advance the lives of many.As a Career Consultant and Life Coach, my goal is to empower women (and men) through self-discovery bringing awareness to topics such as domestic violence, additions & substance abuse, incest & childhood sexual abuse, single parenting, blended families, lonliness & rejection, finding your soulmate, teen pregnancy, STDs, and many other topics to facilitate healing and moving toward a more fulfilling life. My belief is that we empower ourselves with knowledge. With this knowledge we can heal our past emotional traumas moving us toward a more productive life journey.My co-host, Mr. Tony Lamont, an icon in the broadcasting industry, is an on-air personality with the mega-media giant, Radio One, Indianapolis, IN. He is a TV personality and game show host on the longest running lottery game show, Hoosier Millionaire. Mr. Lamont is a highly has conducted numerous celebrity interviews in the entertainment, sports, and music industries. He is also a motivational speaker, with a concentration on youth and community services, one of Tony’s passions is working with youth because they represent our future.Please join us by visiting www.blogtalkradio.com/cathy-holloway-hillThere will be give aways and special activities that you won't want to miss!!!Blessings,Cathy Holloway Hill

Sheer Elegance Bridal Extravaganza

Posted by Morgan Nichole Scott on July 12, 2008 at 10:52pm

Envi Consulting & Associates is proud to announce the Sheer Elegance Bridal Extravaganza!On Sunday, October 26, 2008 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm, Envi Consulting & Associates will host the Sheer Elegance Bridal Extravaganza at LOFT at Castleberry Hill. The purpose of this show is to provide upcoming brides the opportunity to see a dynamic venue, meet vendors, get new and innovative ideas for their wedding, and see the latest trends in Bridal Attire and Formal Wear.Vendors in all categories from Photographers to Consultants, Videographers to Bakers will be in attendance! There will be a dynamic fashion show showcasing the latest in Bridal Fashion!Keeping in line with our community involvement and philanthropic mission, the Sheer Elegance Bridal Extravaganza is in support of the I Do Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization whose mission is to encourage couples to incorporate charitable giving into their wedding, creating alternative avenues to support non-profit organizations. A portion of the proceeds from this spectacular, fun, and unique bridal show will support their corporate initiatives.We are proud to announce that the Perfect Wedding Guide will be a contributor at the show!We are so excited about this dynamic event!

FASHION QUEENS

Posted by EMMA WHITE on July 12, 2008 at 10:00pm

Fashion QueensStylish looks of erotic colors and WILD fashions looks of envy and hissing dont get mad at a fashionable queen thats fierce personaily glows with a beauty auro of lightCutting your eyes and bitter talk of ones on fashionable statements of there inner model knock it out and off thats bitter hatin and your pepperish for thatSome thin and big but it's there flavors and spices who are you to make jealous judgements because you cant get like them and be a brave sightOnes looks our there on souls true thoughts to be seen by this judging world who cares they live for them still walking nose above your level real high there fashionable cloud never to be reached by your winds that blows thats wacki your inner fashion is oh so weak for artictic and creative vibes you indeed lackBy Exotic buttefly Aka LALA

Where are all the DFW area BBWOs?

Posted by Paradise on July 12, 2008 at 7:23pm

I love this network. LaShanda is doing a GREAT job of bringing together a variety of women from all over the nation and there are a lot of BBWOs on this network. I was just wondering where are all the ones in the DFW area? I would love to meet you personally at one of our networking events!Our next luncheon is on July 26th (check the events). If you are a member of BBWO, NBWEN, or Imminent Evolutions Ning network, send me a note for an additional discount to attend!Looking forward to meeting you.Shellye

New Arrivals @ Oh So Chic Boutique

Posted by Oh So Chic! Boutique on July 12, 2008 at 4:56pm

We added three new pieces to Oh So Chic! Boutique this week!Retro Chic Dress : Affordably priced at just $45

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Perfect for a late evening tea party, this bright orange dress features a zippered back, asymmetrical collar, removable belt and 6 inch slit in the back. Available in bright orange only, limited quantity! Order yours today.Amazon Leopard Print Romper: Affordably priced at just $39

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A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE - By Maya Angelou

Posted by Zanira Al-Amin on July 12, 2008 at 11:00am

A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE ..enough money within her control to move outand rent a place of her own even if she never wantsto or needs to...A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE ...something perfect to wear if the employer or date of herdreams wants to see her in an hour...A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE ...a youth she's content to leave behind....A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE ....a past juicy enough that she's looking forward toretelling it in her old age....A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE ....a set of screwdrivers, a cordless drill, and a blacklace bra...A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE ...one friend who always makes her laugh... and one wholets her cry...A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE ...a good piece of furniture not previously owned by anyoneelse in her family...A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE ...eight matching plates, wine glasses with stems, and arecipe for a meal that will make her guests feel honored...A WOMAN SHOULD HAVE ....a feeling of control over her destiny...EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...how to fall in love without losing herself..EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...HOW TO QUIT A JOB,BREAK UP WITH A LOVER,AND CONFRONT A FRIEND WITHOUT RUINING THE FRIENDSHIP...EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...when to try harder... and WHEN TO WALK AWAY...EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...that she can't change the length of her calves,the width of her hips, or the nature of her parents..EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...that her childhood may not have been perfect...but it'sover...EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...what she would and wouldn't do for love or more...EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...how to live alone... even if she doesn't like it...EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...whom she can trust,whom she can't,and why she shouldn'ttake it personally.....EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...where to go...be it to her best friend's kitchen table...or a charming inn in the woods...when her soul needs soothing...EVERY WOMAN SHOULD KNOW...what she can and can't accomplish in a day...a month...and a year...Zanira Says SMILE

How to Generate Increased Web Site Traffic for Next to Nothing

Posted by Rhonda Jai on July 12, 2008 at 7:21am

It's a lot of peoples dreams to start a business of their own. Traditional business takes a lot of planning and money to even get it started and then additional funds to live while you are building it. Well, with the advent of the Internet, this way of doing business has become a thing of the past.Every successful business has a thought out business plan, but because of technology online, a business can be started and grown for a cost anyone can afford.You really don't need to dip too deep into your pockets for increased web site traffic if you're willing to trade time for money. In fact, a lot of the free traffic methods can be your bread and butter for increased web site traffic. It will take more work and determination, but the effort will be well worth it.Wouldn't it be fantastic to have increased web site traffic and not even have to fork out a dime?To Read The Complete Article Click Here

Dispute Resolution...Ladies what do you think?

Posted by Regina Mullen on July 12, 2008 at 7:13am

Hi All!I wear a LOT of hats, but one is service as a dispute resolution profession(mediation, arbitration, facilitation).I'd like to know whether my new friends would find it useful to have me re-post stuff from my blogs as they go up. In particular, I'm a pretty outspoken proponent of arbitration,--have been since 1991.I'd be happy to answer any questions folks have about ADR processes, so let me know if you have a question.Also, I can post resources and help people figure out how to resolve disputes without going to court,--or, how to think about settlement, if you're already in court.I'm developping nearly 120 domains right now, so time is tight, BUT this is something I'm passionate about, so BBWO might be a good place to use my ADR energy.What do you think? leave a comment and I'll read it and take your thoughts on board!!Regina

Time Doesn't Heal Wounds It Only Subsides Them

Posted by Glennisha on July 12, 2008 at 6:49am

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Interruption

Posted by Glennisha on July 12, 2008 at 6:48am

Sorry folks, but I had to interrupt or postpone 7 Days, 7 Interviews today because it was my little sister's 12th birthday. Myself, my sister, my mom, my cousin, and my granny high tailed it to Sandusky, Ohio for Cedar Point. If you're from the Midwest then you most likely know what it is. If you don't know, it's an amusement park that's better than Six Flags. Today was my first time stepping foot back in Cedar Point after about 12 years. Yes, it's been that long. I already knew that I couldn't really handle rides anymore because of a few trips to local carnivals but, oh boy did that get re-confirmed today. Let's just say that I only got on 4 rides. Mind you we arrived at Cedar Point before they were even open (approximately 9:15 AM) and left at about 6:30pm. So for about 9 hours all I did was get on 4 rides, which were The Rapture, The Pirate Ship (that's at every carnival), Snake River Falls, and Thunder Something (these were both harmless water rides). It was hot as hell so I got on Snake River Falls about 6 times until it almost made me sick. My riding adventures came to a complete halt around 2:30pm. I was frankly ready to dip it back to Detroit and get in my bed. I walked around Cedar Point soaked as hell from repeatedly getting on the water ride. It took me forever to dry because of the repeated sittings in the shade. Meanwhile, my 73 year old grandmother who has cancer and emphysema was accompanying my little sister on every crazy ass ride there was because myself, my cousin, and my mom were too chicken to get on these rides. It was hilarious and unbelievable. To top it off my Granny didn't even scream. She got off almost every ride saying " That wasn't nothing". Straight up, my Granny is a G. To make a long story short. As soon as I got back in the car to head back home I felt as if I was going to puke from the 4 little baby rides that I got on. Then when I arrived home by legs were killing me with all types of cramps and aches and pains. So, I called my Granny up to check on her and see if she was in such pain like I was. She told me NO. It's crazy because as of now my legs are still in pain. Unfortunately my super hot bath with epsom salt didn't do a thing. At the end of the day even though I think I have officially retired from theme and amusement parks it was great to see my grandmother have so much fun as well as my little sister. So, I'm happy and about to go to bed because I'm trumped.

Miss Rap Supreme's Byata

Posted by Glennisha on July 12, 2008 at 6:47am

As you all should know by now, I love seeing female rappers on the grind because they're so misrepresented right now. One of my favorites from Miss Rap Supreme, Byata has definitely been on the grind since the show. I had the opportunity to talk to her this morning, very early. So I thank her for being willing to talk before the birds even chirp. Her interview will kick off the 7 Days, 7 Interviews! So here it goes...Glennisha: How are you?Byata: I’m doing good. Taking care of business.Glennisha: How has it been since the show?Byata: It’s been pretty much a hustle. I’m grinding a lot and a lot extra than I would before the show. It’s a lot of notoriety.Glennisha: Well first off congratulations! Even though you didn’t win Miss Rap Supreme you were basically like the second runner up. So you came a long way. There were a lot of talented women on the show but, you made it to the top two. How does that feel?Byata: It’s feels good. Rece definitely deserved to win. I got a chance to gain a large fan base from it.Glennisha: How did you hear about Miss Rap Supreme?Byata: I use to wait tables at this restaurant and the producer of the show would come by and listen to me spit a lot.Glennisha: What was the experience like to be in a house with so many other females who obviously had the same passion as you?Byata: It was interesting to see different girls from different places come together and vibe. It was really cool and inspiring to me. It kept me motivated. It kept me on my Ps and Qs every second.Glennisha: I was listening to the lyrics on your song “Hush Lil Lady”, which happens to be one of my favorites, and you made references to your father leaving and using drugs, your mother not really being there, and not having any friends. So was it kind of being in a state of solitude that pushed you to start writing?Byata: It was a lot of pain that pushed me to writing. When I first started writing everything that I wrote was very painful and dark. I remember I use to call my Dad up and tell him to listen to my poetry or rhymes and he would say “Why are you so dark and why are you so gloomy”. I remember that. That was definitely why I started writing, to release pain. Then later on I started using everything else as an inspiration, not just pain. The solitude definitely came into play, just being alone, and just vibing with the energy of the universe.Glennisha: Who inspires you?Byata: Lauryn Hill was a big inspiration to me. Now days, Will.i.am is very inspirational to me. I like 50 (Cent). I like him because of his flow and I’m inspired by it. Tupac most definitely. Biggie and then outside of Hip Hop people like Pink, Janis Joplin from back in the day, The Doors, and The Beatles. I just love music period so I get inspired by a lot of different things.Glennisha: What’s in rotation on your IPod or your CD player right now?Byata: (Laughs) Everything. I got a little bit of house music. I got a little bit of hip hop music. I got a little bit of 80s. I like 80s music a lot. So when I’m jogging on the treadmill I definitely have a bunch of different array of songs coming through.Glennisha: I think that the representation of female emcees right now is crazy. For instance there were only 2 nominees in the female rapper category at the BET Awards this year that actually had full albums out and 2003 was the last year that the Grammys even had a female emcee category. How do you feel about that?Byata: I feel that the women are not taken seriously as artists. A lot of it has a lot to do with maybe the way that they portray themselves. Not all of them but, some of them. I feel like a lot of them either burn bridges or just don’t act right. There is also no alliance with females. There is a lot of drama. We’re not taken seriously because of that. I feel like females should be nominated and getting awards because we work just as hard and it’s actually harder for us. I think all of that will change really soon.Glennisha: BET just had an all female panel for America vs. Hip Hop. MC Lyte was the moderator but, there wasn’t a female emcee on the panel and of course up for topic of discussion was the way women are portrayed in hip hop videos. So let me ask you, how do you, being a female rapper feel about the way women are portrayed in hip hop or music videos period?Byata: The majority of the videos that I see women are portrayed as toys. It’s pretty much fat asses, big titties, little shorts, and bouncing going on. We just look like pretty hot toys that are on the TV shaking our ass. I don’t have anything bad to say but, if that’s what a female wants to do then that’s how she portrays herself. It’s not something that I would do or have in my video unless I’m making fun of it. Whatever floats your boat to be honest with you. I don’t hate on anything really but, it’s not something I would do.Glennisha: You were the first white female rapper to ever appear on 106 and Park’s Freestyle Friday. Have you ever had any issues with you being not only a female rapper but, a white female rapper?Byata: Yea. I didn’t get signed by two major labels because of the skin color that I have. Five years ago when I was shopping my shit labels were very scared to sign a white girl. They didn’t know if it would go or if it was a gimmick. They didn’t know how to present it the right way. So that kind of fucked things up for me when it came to getting signed. Now days I feel like it’s an advantage for me because I’m different. I’m unique. It’s like I’m a minority when it comes to the Hip Hop game. So, it’s like ok. I walk into a room full of Hip Hop heads with the way I’m dressed and the way I look and cats wouldn’t expect me to spit but, when I do the whole color thing goes over. People don’t look at me anymore like “Damn that’s a white girl”. I get praised for my talents period so I kind of like it now. I use it as an advantage for me now. Back in the day white girls couldn’t get no love.Glennisha: You’re Russian right?Byata: Yes.Glennisha: Do you happen to know what the hip hop scene is like in Russia?Byata: Oh yea. I actually have been to Russia. I did a show out there and hung out with some hip hop heads from Russia. They’re into it. It’s funny because they have the underground scene where they spit for real and then they have the Pop Hip Hop scene where they dress like Hip Hop artists in America. It’s interesting but, it’s there and it definitely exists.Glennisha: On Miss Rap Supreme we got to see you work with Will.i.am Is there anyone in particular that you’d like to work with?Byata: I would love to do some music with Timbaland. I would love to do something with (Dr.) Dre. If I could sign with anybody I would definitely sign with 50 (Cent) because I’m digging his whole swag and his business mentality. I think he would be able to put me out there the right way. I’d love to work with Gwen Stefani.Glennisha: Oh. I love Gwen!Byata: Yea! Definitely I’d love to work with her. Any talented muthafucka that can inspire me I’d work with honestly. Just like that. If the music is right, I’m on it.Glennisha: You have an album out right now titled, “Undefined”. Tell us a bit about that.Byata: Undefined is something that I put together. It’s a collection of songs that I have recorded over the years. I figured my fans were going to be looking for some music when the show aired. So I just got my material together and the best songs that I had and just put them out. They’re not really mixed or mastered. They’re recorded straight onto the CD. I gave it to you guys raw like that. It’s the raw me. It is what it is. You either love it or hate it. That’s just what it is. I called it undefined because it’s so many different styles of Byata that they can’t be defined. I can’t just say I’m this way or I’m that way. So I just decided to label it undefined and let the fans define it.Glennisha: Do you have any upcoming tours or shows?Byata: I’m working on a college tour right now. I’m trying to get that together. Basically that’s pretty much it right now. I’m talking with a booking and management agency. I’m trying to get my whole circle together and start creating a really big buzz.Glennisha: A lot of people may not know but, you were in Spike Lee’s movie He Got Game. Will we get a chance to see you on the big screen again?Byata: Yes you will. I’m actually shooting a movie starting August 16th. I’m shooting this movie called the Rothstein Diamond. I’m the leading character in the movie. It’s going to be in Sundance (Film Festival) 2009 or 2010. It’s definitely nice to get a leading role. I didn’t expect that so I’m very blessed to have that.Glennisha: CongratulationsByata: Thank You.Glennisha: This is something that I personally would love to see but, do you think that you could ever get together with other emcees from Miss Rap Supreme and do like a compilation album or something?Byata: I would love to. It’s definitely something that I’ve asked about before and reached out for. A lot of girls are just busy doing their own thing. I don’t really have the time to set the whole thing up myself and start getting tracks and sending them out to chicks. I have to worry about my own shit but, I put it out into the atmosphere, I definitely did. I would love to do some shit with Nicky, Rece, Ms. Cherry, and Lady Twist. I think that’s it pretty much with the chicks in the house. We’re all taking care of our own business. One of us is going to have to get out the hot seat and say, “Alright, let’s do this”. I don’t know. Hopefully it could happen but, like I said everybody is busy doing their own thing.Glennisha: Thank you so much for your time Byata and for participating in 7 Days, 7 Interviews. I’m so looking forward to seeing and hearing more of you. Continue to hold it down for the ladies!Byata: Thank you, mama.*Audio Coming Soon*You can purchase Byata's album, Undefined @ http://cdbaby.com/ByataFor booking visit www.Byata.comTO READ THE REST OF THE 7DAYS, 7 INTERVIEWS PLEASE VISIT GLENNISHAMORGAN.BLOGSPOT.COM

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