Let's Ask America - August 2-3, 2012

What an amazing opportunity. I had the pleasure to audition for round 1 and 2 of “Let’s Ask America.” It was fun, exhilarating and exciting both days. “Let’s Ask America” is a daily, half-hour, television game show that lets you, the home viewer, be a contestant on the show on TV via Skye from the comfort of your home. Every day, four contestants are chosen to play the game and win up to $50,000 cash via Skype from their home. The game is simple; “Let’s Ask America” polls America about funny and irreverent topics to find out what people are thinking. Then, all the contestants have to do is correctly predict the answer. The prize money increases with each question. There are three rounds and at the end of each round, the contestant with the lowest cash total is eliminated from the game.

“Let’s Ask America” was developed by Jeff Apploff (“Don’t Forget The Lyrics,” “Take Me Out”), Todd Stevens (“Friends,” “Mike & Molly”) and the late Jim Paratore, Apploff, Stevens and Jack Martin (“Deal or No Deal,” “Take Me Out”) will executive produce. "Let's Ask America" is produced by Telepictures and paraMedia inc. and distributed by Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution. The format will be distributed internationally by Warner Bros. International Television Production. The series will be made available outside of the Scripps markets through Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution for a fall 2013 national launch and prior thereto as appropriate time periods become available. Keep your fingers crossed for Mrs. Plus America 2012 to receive a chance to be chosen to play “Let’s Ask America.”

Visit their website at: http://www.letsaskamerica.tv/

THE BLUE ZEBRA WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION - August 11, 2012

The mission of The Blue Zebra Women's Association is to empower women, provide networking opportunities and build successful relationships in business and in life. Their vision is for all women to be successful because …we love the skin we are in. BLUE signifies being Bold, Loving, Unique and Eager. What a powerful message and cause to be apart of.

This was a great opportunity to share myself along with my platform, message of empowerment, evidence of confidence and self-determination. The Blue Zebra Women’s Association is a community service/non-profit organization that held their 2012 Teen Conference “Simply Your Success Summit” in Irving, Texas for young girls and teens between the ages of 9 – 14 years old. Guest Speakers shared their stories of Bullying, Teen Pregnancy, Leadership, Be You and Health and Fitness. An Etiquette Class was conducted including a Social Graces Session, K104’s DJ’s Cat Daddy and Pimpin’ Rodney came an spoke with the young ladies and then the girls spent an afternoon of manicures, painted nails and pampering from the team.

Each guest was individually chosen by a member to attend and participate in this wonderful event. School supplies and the fantastic Swag/Diva Bags, for all the young ladies, were donated and gifted by Office Depot, Dillard’s, Don Pablo’s, Walgreens, Bodycology, LaQuinta Inn & Suites, JAFRA, Mary Kay, Taking Care of Business, The Style of Your Life, Neiman Marcus, and many more. Celebrity Chef, Raymond Lee, catered lunch from Le Cor Don Bleu.

I would like to thank the Director of Blue Zebra, Mrs. Donna Lee, for the invitation to share in such a remarkable cause. I look forward to continuing my partnership and services with this incredible association..

Visit their website at: https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Blue-Zebra-Womens-Association/125208730875364?ref=ts

FRIENDSHIP-WEST ANNUAL DAY TO SHINE - August 18, 2012

God is truly in the blessing business. Come rain, sun or shine it was truly "A Day to Shine" at Friendship-West! The Voices That Shout ministry hosted a free event for victims of domestic violence. I had the pleasure of meeting Rev. April L. Berber, Associate Minister at Friendship-West Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas as she escorted, introduced and photographed my appearance. The Voices That Shout Ministries “Annual Day to Shine,” for those affected by family/domestic violence was an extreme success.

Voices That Shout Ministry provides safety, education and support to individuals who are struggling in an abusive relationship and points them to GOD as the stabilizer and focus point for their lives. Domestic Violence is wrong! Voices That Shout challenge you to, come be a voice… to embrace individuals who need healing and help them to know that someone cares and loves them. Dr. Frederick Douglas Haynes, III is the Senior Pastor of Friendship-West Baptist Church. Their motto is, “Equipping Changed People to Change the World.” The Friendship-West Baptist Church is called to be a caring community of Christians committed to developing a personal relationship with our Lord that eventuates into a ministry of evangelization, edification, and emancipation, in the Church and the community.

Visit their website at: http://friendshipwest.org/communities.html#

Friendship-West Annual Day To Shine - August 18, 2012

God is truly in the blessing business. Come rain, sun or shine it was truly "A Day to Shine" at Friendship-West! The Voices That Shout ministry hosted a free event for victims of domestic violence. I had the pleasure of meeting Rev. April L. Berber, Associate Minister at Friendship-West Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas as she escorted, introduced and photographed my appearance. The Voices That Shout Ministries “Annual Day to Shine,” for those affected by family/domestic violence was an extreme success.

Voices That Shout Ministry provides safety, education and support to individuals who are struggling in an abusive relationship and points them to GOD as the stabilizer and focus point for their lives. Domestic Violence is wrong! Voices That Shout challenge you to, come be a voice… to embrace individuals who need healing and help them to know that someone cares and loves them. Dr. Frederick Douglas Haynes, III is the Senior Pastor of Friendship-West Baptist Church. Their motto is, “Equipping Changed People to Change the World.” The Friendship-West Baptist Church is called to be a caring community of Christians committed to developing a personal relationship with our Lord that eventuates into a ministry of evangelization, edification, and emancipation, in the Church and the community.

Visit their website at: http://friendshipwest.org/communities.html#

The Blue Zebra Women's Association - August 11, 2012

What an amazing opportunity. I had the pleasure to audition for round 1 and 2 of “Let’s Ask America.” It was fun, exhilarating and exciting both days. “Let’s Ask America” is a daily, half-hour, television game show that lets you, the home viewer, be a contestant on the show on TV via Skye from the comfort of your home. Every day, four contestants are chosen to play the game and win up to $50,000 cash via Skype from their home. The game is simple; “Let’s Ask America” polls America about funny and irreverent topics to find out what people are thinking. Then, all the contestants have to do is correctly predict the answer. The prize money increases with each question. There are three rounds and at the end of each round, the contestant with the lowest cash total is eliminated from the game.

“Let’s Ask America” was developed by Jeff Apploff (“Don’t Forget The Lyrics,” “Take Me Out”), Todd Stevens (“Friends,” “Mike & Molly”) and the late Jim Paratore, Apploff, Stevens and Jack Martin (“Deal or No Deal,” “Take Me Out”) will executive produce. "Let's Ask America" is produced by Telepictures and paraMedia inc. and distributed by Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution. The format will be distributed internationally by Warner Bros. International Television Production. The series will be made available outside of the Scripps markets through Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution for a fall 2013 national launch and prior thereto as appropriate time periods become available. Keep your fingers crossed for Mrs. Plus America 2012 to receive a chance to be chosen to play “Let’s Ask America.”

Visit their website at: http://www.letsaskamerica.tv/

Forth Worth Annual Back To School Bash - August 18, 2012

The North Tri-Ethnic Community Center welcomed Mrs. Plus America to speak with the families and children for their Back to School Bash. Mrs. Plus America had an opportunity to fellowship; take pictures, share videos and stories about MPA. She also allowed the children to be a queen for the day while posing with her magic scepter. The Early Childhood Resource Center assists families to learn how to develop their children’s social, emotional and pre-literacy skills so that they are successful when entering kindergarten. The community centers programs are designed for parents and other adults who care for children up to five years old. The goal is to help children learn long before kindergarten.

Early Childhood Matters is a Fort Worth based community partnership that helps families and caregivers teach the essential elements of early literacy, and ways they can work with their children at home to improve their school readiness using everyday experiences. During the parent education sessions ECM staff provide educational activities for children with a focus on pre-reading skills, as well as the four developmental skills.

Early Childhood Matters, a community partnership at multiple locations offers sessions for adults who care for children from birth to 5 years old, a lending library for parents and children, and opportunities for parents and caregivers to share ideas and support each other. During their first five years, children develop more than 85 percent of their brain’s capabilities. They learn everything from walking and talking to recognizing colors and getting along with others, and parents play an essential part in helping their children develop these skills.

Early Childhood Matters, have earn one of four Texas programs designated in 2009 as a prestigious Brazelton Touchpoints Recognized Program by the Brazelton Touchpoints Center, founded by renowned pediatrician T. Berry Brazelton, M.D. They were also the National finalist for Neighborhoods USA’s 2008 Best Neighborhood Program of the Year for Social Revitalization/Neighborliness and finalist for the 2007 Award of Municipal Excellence by National League of Cities for cities with population of 500,000.

Visit their website at: http://fortworthtexas.gov/library/earlychildhood/

Youth Annual "The Reunion" - August 18, 2012

Corinth Missionary Baptist Church hosted their 6th Annual Youth Extravaganza: The Reunion Experience. I had the pleasure of greeting my family, friends and number one supports for keeping me prayed up during this awesome journey of being Mrs. Plus America. The Reunion Experience was full of fun, laugher, singing, scholarships, honors/awards and remembering those who’ve paved the way for my future and the future of the youth of Corinth Missionary Baptist Church

The Youth Director, Sis Estella Davis honored Life Time Matrons; Lillian Myers, Grace Spells, Mae Pearl Hawkins and Vera Busby for over 60 years of dedication and service to the youth of Corinth Missionary Baptist Church. Pattie Hodges was honored for over 35 years of service as the musician and Sha Chiles was awarded a $500 scholarship and will be attending San Angelo State College, majoring in Nursing.

Dr. U. C. Barnes, Sr. is the Pastor of Corinth Missionary Baptist Church. Their mission is to seek the lost and unchurched believers, and share with them the goodness of God, the power of his love, grace, and his willingness to save those who believe in Him. Corinth Missionary Baptist Church is none for encouraging and assisting others to learn and grow into the ways of God. Corinth’s vision is called to be a compassionate community of believers, committed to loving and serving God, growing together, and serving others… we will endeavor to emphasize, and encourage family life, which is spiritual, and relevant to God’s Word.

Visit their website at: http://www.corinthbaptistchurchtemple.org/index.html

RPM - Back To School Festival - August 25, 2012

Welcome to Rosa Parks/Millbrook where their motto is, “if we can’t find a way, we will make one.” That is truly the mindset of the faculty, staff and community of this magnificent school. Mrs. Plus America was allotted the opportunity to volunteer and assist with RPM Back To School Festival for parents to meet and greet their child’s teachers’ along with games, vendors, food, fun and entertainment.

RPM is excited to be a part of the STEM initiative in Lancaster ISD. Their students will be exposed to many 21st century learning opportunities. They will engage their students in Problem/Project Based Learning (PBL) where they will learn the value of collaboration, research, critical thinking and technology, all critical attributes for the 21st century workforce. The staff at RPM is dedicated to giving their students the best education possible. This includes working with students before and after school based on the needs of the individual students. RPM will offer a variety of clubs to enrich their student’s school experience.

RPM school has been described as a caring place that uses teamwork to accomplish the goal of academic success for their students. Working together with the students’ needs as their focus makes this goal a reality.

Visit their website at: Welcome to Rosa Parks/Millbrook where their motto is, “if we can’t find a way, we will make one.” That is truly the mindset of the faculty, staff and community of this magnificent school. Mrs. Plus America was allotted the opportunity to volunteer and assist with RPM Back To School Festival for parents to meet and greet their child’s teachers’ along with games, vendors, food, fun and entertainment.

RPM is excited to be a part of the STEM initiative in Lancaster ISD. Their students will be exposed to many 21st century learning opportunities. They will engage their students in Problem/Project Based Learning (PBL) where they will learn the value of collaboration, research, critical thinking and technology, all critical attributes for the 21st century workforce. The staff at RPM is dedicated to giving their students the best education possible. This includes working with students before and after school based on the needs of the individual students. RPM will offer a variety of clubs to enrich their student’s school experience.

RPM school has been described as a caring place that uses teamwork to accomplish the goal of academic success for their students. Working together with the students’ needs as their focus makes this goal a reality.

Visit their website at: http://rpm.lancasterisd.org/

One Source Talent - August 27-28, 2012

Congratulations! Good Luck! This was the message Mrs. Plus America received a day later, after the submission of one photo, then came the phone call and shortly afterwards the acceptance to join One Source Talent. One Source Talent is a service for the fashion and acting communities. One Source Talent maintains an interactive database of models, actors and clients looking to fulfill creative requests and needs. The goal of One Source Talent is to create cost-effective, working relationships between talent and clients via its interactive network.

Created in 2003, One Source Talent has quickly found success in an extremely competitive industry previously dominated by a select few. OST operates in major markets nationwide including Miami, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Washington D.C., Detroit, Los Angeles and New York. With its unique business structure, advanced technology and a dedicated staff, One Source Talent is quickly changing how the modeling and acting worlds conduct business.

Visit their website at: https://www.onesourcetalent.com/