Defining Moments

We all go through different things in life and some of those things can make or break us... they can be the defining moments in our lives. The divorced housewife who couldn't pay a light bill can one day be a millionaire. The single parent who dropped out of college can go back not only to graduate, but to have a successful career. The ex-convict who was in and out of juvenile hall as a teenager can become a lawyer or businessman. The immigrant who leaves one country can come to another for a better life. The rape victim can become an advocate for battered and abused women. The things that we go through in life tailor and define us... we develop a WDA (Won't Die Attitude).

Let me remind you of the story of a young high school basketball player who tried out for the team but didn't make it at first. He took that failure and used it for motivation. He practiced everyday and worked harder and harder, pushing himself to be better than he ever thought possible. That player was Michael Jordan, one of the greatest basketball players to ever live!

So what has been your defining moment? And if you're going through a hard time right now and don't feel encouraged to persevere, meditate on the Word. Life is what you make it... so don't talk about it, be about it! Go after your dreams.

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The Launch!

For the past month, I have been working day and night on my website. I have sacrificed sleep, food, my social life, and my music and it has all paid off: I finally unveiled www.realifeproduction.com for the world to see! Thanks to my Executive Assistant Sharlyne Thomas and a talented, successful playwright by the name of Monique Lisa, I was set on a course to not only accomplish my goals, but to surpass them. These two women have invested something that is more valuable than money: time. I prayed to the Lord for help and He has sent me many angels, and among them were these two Women of God. They have ignited something so deep inside of me like a phoenix rising from the ashes! It's like I am the fire, Monique is the accelerant and Sharlyne is the barrier that keeps me from spreading out of control. I used to be a Jack of all trades but master of none. Now I am a Jack of all trades, accomplisher of some and many more to come. This is a major milestone for me and my label, Real Life Production LLC. It's like they say: "If you want something done right, do it yourself!"

At this time, I would also like to thank a few more people who have truly blessed me (and there are so many others): Ms. Cathy, Nakiesha Armor, Nakisha Brutus, Ortheline Joachim, Steve Marshall, Pastor William and Rosie Andrews, and all my family and friends. Last but never ever least, my personal Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Thank you for believing in me even when I didn't believe in myself.

So if you haven't yet gone to http://www.realifeproduction.com/, check it out and tell a friend! Thank you.

You Can Make It!

I think I can, I think I can, I think I can, I think I can. The Little Engine That Could... that story has a big impact on people and they don't even realize it! If you really think about when you're in a tough situation or facing adversity, how often do you tell yourself: "I think I can, I think I can, I think I can, I think I can?" Like when... you have to pull that all-nighter for that big test or presentation, or you have one more pushup, situp, or it's the last time around the track, or your mind is telling you to quit while you're ahead but your heart is saying "you can do this." As you get older, that "I think I can" should turn into: "I know I can, I know I can, I know I can, I know I can!" You can do anything you set your mind to with faith, determination, hard work, and perseverance. You too, just like The Little Engine That Could, can make it to your destination!

Impact!!!

Have you ever realized how one person can have a profound impact on your life? Sometimes it's for better and sometimes it's for worse; but nevertheless, your life will never be the same. You will always say "remember when..." or "that one time when..." Can you imagine how much more different your life would be if you and that person had never crossed paths? Ok, here is some food for thought:

Whose life have you impacted?
Did you make them different?
Did you make the person better than who/what they were?
Are you an impactor or a destroyer?
Can you be the light that helps the lost one find their way home?
Can you be the "update" that person needs?
Can you change a life for the better?