Monday, March 18, 2013

Ways a Tall Teen Girl Can Feel Great About Her Height



Teen girls cannot change their height. But they can change the way they think. It's the only thing you CAN change. But by changing the way you think, you can actually change the way other people think of you. 

  • Stand tall, stand proud. Know that you are unique and magnificent. You do not need the approval of others
  • Your height is equal to most of the boys and taller than many of the boys. Now, you're probably thinking, "WHAT? Why should THAT make me feel great about being so tall?" Well, I'll tell you why: It should make you feel safer and more protected than if you were only 5-2 or whatever the average height is for a teen girl your age. Teen girls can be victims of sexual assault or just plain violence.
    A boy who wants to push around a girl and control her is less likely to attempt this on a girl he is seeing eye-to-eye with, and especially a girl who's looking DOWN at him. If a teenaged girl stands tall and proud, this will really make a potentially abusive boy think twice about messing with her.
  • If you play sports, you can make height work for you. Extra height is an advantage in almost every sport.
  • Tall teen girls have a sight advantage; you can see over peoples' heads. This comes in handy in the school auditorium, at movie theatres, concerts, etc. Admit it, this aspect of being a tall teen girl is unbeatable.
"You have to be able to love yourself because that's when things fall into place." Vanessa Hudgens

So stand TALL and PROUD and love yourself.... xoxox

Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Beyond The Game presents Karaoke For A Cause


Last night I had the pleasure of attending Chanita Foster's (VH1 Football Wives) BEYOND THE GAME http://beyondthegame.org KARAOKE FOR A CAUSE  event at Atlanta's WET WILLIES:  Many guest came out to bring Ponchos and Dresses for the Kids in Swaziland Africa. Guest include: Monyetta Shaw, Rashan Ali (NBAtv), Lena Chenier, Vawn, Mr. Couture/Carlton (RHOA), Mama Dee (LHHATL) Damien Hall (Guy), Derek J (RHOA), Cast of BIG RICH ATLANTA: Sharlinda, Brie, and Host of the evening, Kahdijiha.

To see the full Gallery:  http://www.cme3000.com/Events/Non-Profit/Beyond-The-Game-Chanita-Foster/28302997_xwJWBG





 



Photo Credit: CHRIS MITCHELL / CME3000

Monday, January 28, 2013

Real Talk Youth Discussion


On Sunday Feb 3, 2013  please bring your kids out starting at 1pm to Global Impact. This Youth discussion panel is going to be something you don't want to miss!

Hope to see you there!

Thursday, October 11, 2012

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk 2012



On Saturday Oct 6, 2012 My mentee Kaylon and I participated in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. This was my first year being Team leader and it felt great seeing everyone in Pink and coming together for this great cause. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and if you would like to make a donation please visit The American Cancer Society Website


Kaylon and I
 Images provided by Kaylon

Sunday, September 9, 2012

PGITC partners with Go-Go Chic Mobile Boutique to surprise one deserving lady with a makeover



We're searching for a deserving young woman aged 16- 23 who we can surprise with the Go Go Chic mobile boutique and we need your help! Nominate someone you know who you think is deserving of a makeover. Just send us an email to info@prettygirlsinthecommunity.org 
by Oct 8, 2012



About our Sponsor Go-Go Chic Mobile Boutique:

The Mobile Boutique is a mobile retail store that offers affordable name brand clothing that is hand selected by the owner (Karla). Most items are brand new while some are gently used and vintage.
http://www.go-gochic.com



*The nominee must be a Georgia Resident and please keep it a secret

Saturday, August 4, 2012

1st Annual Atlanta Dream iDream Teen Leadership Summit




On Saturday August 4, 2012, My mentee Kaylon and I attended The Atlanta Dream first annual Leadership summit teens aged 12-17 filled Spelman College's Cosby Auditorium and experienced a life changing forum Speakers at the Summit included Atlanta Dream Players Armintie Price, Tiffany Hayes, Laurie Koehn  and Ketia Swanier. Reality TV Personalities Towanda Braxton, Evelyn Braxton, Trina Braxton and Toya Wright.

During the discussion the panel covered four major topics Leadership, Professionalism, Education and Personal Challenges. The panel touched on how to lead, how to deal with peer pressure, importance of getting a quality education, time management, and most importantly loving yourself and respecting yourself.  The teens were able to participate in a Q&A session with the speakers the discussion was very transparent the panelists were very open and honest with the teens providing them with inspirational advise.

After Lunch the teens particpated in breakout sessions to focus in more detail on three specific topics under the panel discussion:
1) Finding the Right Balance: School, Activities and more!
2) Fighting the Pressure: How to handle peer pressure and bullying
3) Learning How to Lead: Understanding the role of a Leader 

Each attendee received an iDream Leadership Packet, an iDream t-shirt, Lunch and a ticket to the Aug. 22 Dream game against the Chicago Sky at Philips Arena.
 















After the summit Kaylon and I toured Spelman's Campus
 

Sunday, July 22, 2012

PGITC Joined Prayer In The Closet to Feed the Homeless at Clifton Sanctuary Ministries


Today Pretty Girls in the Community joined Prayer in the Closet to feed the homeless at  Clifton Sanctuary Ministries.  Clifton Sanctuary Ministries provides year round transitional housing services and comprehensive life skills counseling to homeless men who are seeking independent living and self-sufficiency. Built on Matthew 25:35-36  For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, 36 I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me. To Learn more please visit http://www.cliftonsanctuary.com/

Kaylon joined me today she is my mentee and fellow PGITC member, words can't describe how fulfilling today was, the staff at Clifton Sanctuary Ministries were amazing and very helpful Alice Jenkins Excutive Director gave us a tour of the facility and everything. This afternoon we treated the men with a Mexican Fiesta that included chips and salsa, salad, tacos with Mexican rice and corn with Apple Pie for dessert! Stay tuned for next months Community Project please let me know if you would like to participate

Kaylon and I waiting to get started