My top 5 Summer Trends: Temika Styles

Summer Trends with Temika Styles! 

Summer is here and is very well letting us know with this heat. But just because you can fry an egg on the bare sidewalk does not mean that you can't be stylish while frying that egg! So here you go: My top 5 summer trends that will keep you fashionable and cute...and I must add they can be found just about anywhere so you can save your coins for that well deserved vacation.

My first trend that I am really loving is FRINGE! Fringe was very popular with "hippies" and like everything else it has came back around, but right now fringe is trending on shoes; sandals and heels to me exact. The good thing about fringe is it pairs well with just about any outfit and depending on the shoe it can be dressed up or down.

Gladiator Sandals or Jesus sandals some may call it, but whatever you call them they are simply fabulous. They come in a variety of length from above the ankle to a thigh high beauty. You can pair these Gladiator sandals with shorts and a tank for a simple yet stylish look or a pair of heeled gladiator sandals with a dress and you will be party ready. The best thing about this trend is they are very reasonable. They can be found at just about any retailer and can range from twenty bucks and up. So the gladiator trend is a win win.

Pastels and not your Easter holiday pastels are also trending this year! Mint and powder pink seem to be the most popular but none the less they are so feminine and pretty. Most celebs who are rocking this trend are drenching them self in the monochromatic pastel...wearing pink top, bottom, handbag and shoes...with a pop of another pastel for accessories. This trend brings elegance back to the table and I am loving it!!!

Lastly, my favorite trend is African print also known as tribal print. I am so happy to see so many people representing their culture and wearing African/tribal print head-wraps, dresses, shirts, sweats and so much more! I am excited about this movement...but as we all know trends come to abrupt end always...I just hope this become a trend we turn into a style!

So now that you know the inside scoop on what is trending go out and be fashionable and stay cool!

Written By: Temika Styles 

K.M. Speaks Fashion & Beauty Blogger

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" We Lost but We Still Won" : Arkansas Finest Plays 2-Million Dollar Tournament

I heard that a team from  Arkansas by the name of Arkansas Finest got selected to play in a two million dollar tournament for the South Region ,which was held in North Carolina. Thetournment.com was hosting a tournament with a prize of 2-million dollars: it was a winner take all game series. 

This consisted of sixty-four teams from four regions competing for one, 2-Million-dollar prize.I called  Marshall Bonds III, a friend from college, and asked him how did the game go? He said, “We Lost, But We Still Won.” As he began to tell me the story of how his team only had five members and played a 36-minute-game by themselves, I was in shock of how they lost but they still won.

Bonds said “we were playing against Josh Shelby along with some other top athletes. We are nobodies compared to them we were just low D1, D2 and a few of us had only played college basketball.”

I asked him how did it make you feel to play against these top athletes…did you think your team would win.? Bonds said “To be honest Terica I was nervous. We were going to North Carolina with only six people and only five of us could play ;the other person was our coach. It was eleven of us on the roster but some of the team couldn’t make it and we ended up going to North Carolina with only six people."

Out of curiosity I asked Bonds …what happened to the other players? Bonds said “I can’t go into detail because they couldn’t go to North Carolina for personal reasons. A lot of people thought we wouldn’t make it this far but we made it. We had to go with what we had and all we had was six people . Even my team mate Larry said this an’t go be easy.”

The semi-pro team, Arkansas Finest, made it all the way to North Carolina. The difference between Arkansas Finest and their competitor B.D.B is that they only had five team members compared to B.D.B.'s eight team members. This left the Arkansas Finest with following five members, : DAndre Jordan Williams, Rashad Moss, Marshall Bonds III, Leroy Isler, Larry Williams. Along with them was Jerome McNeal Sr. as their coach.

My mind could not fathom the amount of pressure they must have felt. The first thought that ran through my mind was that... they wouldn't have any substitutes. The second thought that ran through my mind was that... these guys would have to give EVERYTHING they had in them to win this game.

This blew my mind. How can a team of five play a team of seven for 2-million dollars and expect to triumph?  The word triumph is a understatement Arkansas Finest  killed it on the court the entire game. According to Whistle Sports Live (1st half), of the game, the score was 30-24, with the Arkansas Finest taking the lead. According to Whistle Sports Live (2nd half, 5:11 mark), the score was 58-55, with Arkansas Finest taking the lead still. Shortly after, the game ended with a score of 65-77, Arkansas Finest down.

Bonds told me that after the game he gave thanks to God just for bringing his team to North Carolina. He said “Terica, we walked into a gym with just my team. We didn’t have anyone there from our home town supporting us in the crowd, but at one point the crowd began to cheer for us. It was the most amazing feeling. I can’t even describe it."

I then asked Bonds how did you have so much energy? Bonds said “I had this woman come back into my life and she began to speak positive words over me. She told me you may get down but you’re not out. she told me not to give up. There were times I wanted to give up but I just remember her words along with my favorite quote “Mind over Matter.” Then I remembered my favorite scripture “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

At one point my team mate number 13 told me he was exhausted. I told him you’re not exhausted. He looked at me like I was crazy. I told him you’re not exhausted again. He began to stand up and I said you’re not exhausted he said I’m not exhausted! Then we continued to play and we gave the game everything we had. At one point I began to call on Jesus because I was getting tired. People began to look at me but I know there is power in Jesus’s name and I needed a lot of power."

So to answer your question in a nutshell I had people that God placed in my life, I had to Encourage Myself and I had to do this for my team. After hearing Bonds explanation of how they lost but still won even I can admit that Arkansas Finest definitely won that night. The only difference is that B.D.B. advanced to the next bracket. Even still Arkansas Finest played a 2-Million dollar game with all the odds against them.

Arkansas Finest gave it their all and in the last five minutes lost the game but won the respect of thousands. I asked Bonds who was the captain that night and he said " Terica we are a team  ... we really don't have a captain." I'm still not sure who lead the team that night but I know if a M.V.P. Award could be given . I would give it to every single team member that got on that plane headed to North Carolina.  Despite the odds being against them they still played one hell of a game. Arkansas Finest had the mentality to win and that definitely showed in the stats. It took a lot of stamina and those guys definitely showed that the quote “ Mind Over Matter” will never fail you. So even though they lost on the score board in my eyes they still won.

This team definitely lives up to its name “Arkansas Finest.”  They currently reign supreme out of eight other teams on the Arkansas Elite Basketball League roster.This group of young men is definitely the cream of the crop coming out of Arkansas.  Arkansas Finest ranks number 1 on the league roster with 12 wins and 1 loss.  I am proud of this group of men and wish them nothing but success and blessings. 

Go Register for the Elite Basketball League at  www.eblleague.com or call 5012494063/Email
eblleague@gmail.com

Be Blessed in all that you do,
Written By: Terica R. Lee
K.M. Speaks Blogger


Edited By: Tiffany La'Shay Hornes

" We Lost but We Still Won" : Arkansas Finest Plays 2-Million Dollar Tournament

I heard that a team from  Arkansas by the name of Arkansas Finest got selected to play in a two million dollar tournament for the South Region ,which was held in North Carolina. Thetournment.com was hosting a tournament with a prize of 2-million dollars: it was a winner take all game series. 

This consisted of sixty-four teams from four regions competing for one, 2-Million-dollar prize.I called  Marshall Bonds III, a friend from college, and asked him how did the game go? He said, “We Lost, But We Still Won.” As he began to tell me the story of how his team only had five members and played a 36-minute-game by themselves, I was in shock of how they lost but they still won.

Bonds said “we were playing against Josh Shelby along with some other top athletes. We are nobodies compared to them we were just low D1, D2 and a few of us had only played college basketball.”

I asked him how did it make you feel to play against these top athletes…did you think your team would win? Bonds said “To be honest Terica I was nervous. We were going to North Carolina with only six people and only five of us could play ;the other person was our coach. It was eleven of us on the roster but some of the team couldn’t make and we ended up going to North Carolina with only six people.

Out of curiosity I asked Bonds …what happened to the other players? Bonds said “I can’t go into detail because they couldn’t go to North Carolina for personal reasons. A lot of people thought we wouldn’t make it this far but we made it. We had to go with what we had and all we had was six people . Even my team mate Larry said this an’t go be easy.”

The semi-pro team, Arkansas Finest, made it all the way to North Carolina. The difference between Arkansas Finest and their competitor B.D.B is that they only had five team members compared to B.D.B.'s eight team members. This left the Arkansas Finest with following five members, : DAndre Jordan Williams, Rashad Moss, Marshall Bonds III, Leroy Isler, Larry Williams. Along with them was Jerome McNeal Sr. as their coach.

My mind could not fathom the amount of pressure they must have felt. The first thought that ran through my mind was that... they wouldn't have any substitutes. The second thought that ran through my mind was that... these guys would have to give EVERYTHING they had in them to win this game.

This blew my mind. How can a team of five play a team of seven plus for 2-million dollars and expect to triumph?  The word triumph is a understatement Arkansas Finest  killed it on the court the entire game. According to Whistle Sports Live (1st half), of the game, the score was 30-24, with the Arkansas Finest taking the lead. According to Whistle Sports Live (2nd half, 5:11 mark), the score was 58-55, with Arkansas Finest taking the lead still. Shortly after, the game ended with a score of 65-77, Arkansas Finest down.

Bonds told me that after the game he gave thanks to God just for bringing his team to North Carolina. He said “Terica, we walked into a gym with just my team. We didn’t have anyone there from our home town supporting us in the crowd, but at one point the crowd began to cheer for us. It was the most amazing feeling. I can’t even describe it."

I then asked Bonds how did you have so much energy? Bonds said “I had this woman come back into my life and she began to speak positive words over me. She told me you may get down but you’re not out. She told me not to give up! There were times I wanted to give up but I just remember her words along with my favorite quote “Mind over Matter.” Then I remembered my favorite scripture “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

At one point my team mate number 13 told me he was exhausted. I told him you’re not exhausted. He looked at me like I was crazy. I told him you’re not exhausted again. He began to stand up and I said you’re not exhausted he said I’m not exhausted! Then we continued to play and we gave the game everything we had. At one point I began to call on Jesus because I was getting tired. People began to look at me but I know there is power in Jesus’s name and I needed a lot of power."

So to answer your question in a nutshell I had people that God placed in my life, I had to Encourage Myself and I had to do this for my team. After hearing Bonds explanation of how they lost but still won even I can admit that Arkansas Finest definitely won that night. The only difference is that B.D.B. advanced to the next bracket. Even still Arkansas Finest played a 2-Million dollar game with all the odds against them.

They gave it their all and in the last five minutes lost the game but won the respect of thousands. I asked Bonds who was the captain and he said " Terica we are a team we ... we really don't have a captain." I'm not sure who lead the team that night but  It definitely takes a strong leader for any team to accomplish what Arkansas Finest . Even though they "lost" they played one hell of a game despite all odds being against them.  Arkansas Finest had the mentality to win and that definitely showed in the stats. It took a lot of stamina and the quote “ Mind Over Matter” to finish a game like this. So even though they lost on the score board in my eyes they still won.

This team definitely lives up to its name “Arkansas Finest.”  They currently reign supreme out of eight other teams on the Arkansas Elite Basketball League roster.This group of young men is definitely the cream of the crop coming out of Arkansas.  Arkansas Finest ranks number 1 on the league roster with 12 wins and 1 loss.  I am proud of this group of men and wish them nothing but success. 

Go Register for the Elite Basketball League at  www.eblleague.com or call 5012494063/Email
eblleague@gmail.com

Be Blessed in all that you do,
Written By: Terica R. Lee
K.M. Speaks Blogger


Edited By: Tiffany La'Shay Hornes

The key to your next shift is within a TEAM PROJECT!

In this season know that a few “Group Projects” will come your way. Most of the weight will be carried by your group leader. Imagine that a group project or group opportunity has been presented to you. You have been an A student in your teacher’s eyes and he says I need to you join this group project with my other A students. I need you to work together in order to accomplish a goal. This project will bless you as a group and individually. It will require a team effort and for you to follow your leader. There is no room for Egos in this project. Each person has a part and it has been assigned to that person based on their traits. One person says I got a small part but the teacher says just do your part. Another person says I’m doing too much but teacher say’s do your part.

Know that in this season it is imperative that you make sure you are connected to the right people. This “group project” is like a rocket ship launch into your career. There are some doors only a team of people can go through. You have to make sure you have the right people in your circle. If your circle looks like the meme below then know that you’re going to get a group F. 

You may get your A for your part but the goal was not just you to go into the next shift but for you to take others with you.In other words if you don’t have the right people in your circle then you will miss out on a BIG blessing. Why because they will hold you back. Why? Because they won’t do their part in your destiny. Why? Because they will let fear, self-doubt and hearsay prevent them from completing their part. You cannot afford to have these type of people in your circle. Imagine you’re on a team and you have to work together to win. Have you heard the saying " There is no I in Team" in this season know that is true now more than ever. There also isn't any no room for people's egos.  If you’re not working as a team to accomplish a goal then the dysfunction will cause you to lose. 

So make sure your team and inner circle consists of strong minded people who can follow and lead when necessary. Make sure they are positive people who can encourage and push the group. Make sure they have an unshakable faith going into this next shift the opponent (enemy) is going to give it all he has to make you lose. He will began to distract you so that you and the group will lose focus. If your not focused you can't do your part effectively. This will be a TEAM project that will change your life so choose wisely who you surround yourself with.  Some of the people in your group will do very little to get an A , because they have favor God just wants them to do their part. Their blessing is overdue and all they will have to do is something no matter how big or small. 

The group leader is Jesus and God is the teacher who will grade you. Jesus is your group leader and will carry the majority of the weight for the entire group. Whenever you need help or don't understand your task or part go to him. This will be an easy A for some... while for others this will determine whether they go to the next level or repeat the same level. In other words this GROUP OR TEAM PROJECT will determine your next shift or whether you remain stagnant for another year. God’s allowing you pick your own team so choose wisely. Note don’t choose your friends if you know they will not do the work. 

Be Blessed in all that you do,

Terica Lee

#SimplyAServant 

Irvin Randle: " Age ain't nothin but a number"

Photo Credit: facebook.com/irvin.randle

 Mr. Steal Your Grandma

A Houston, Texas educator has become an overnight celebrity literally. On Tuesday social media began to take notice of an older gentleman with the "swag" and body of a twenty five year old and by Wednesday everyone knew about this educator. If you have not heard of this man you must not have been on the internet within the last week.

Photo Credit:facebook.com/irvanrandle/photos

Mr. Irvin Randle also known as Mr.Steal Your Grandma has received publicity for his fashionable and edgy style that takes being 54 years old to a whole new level. I would easily say he is showing some of the younger generation a thing or two about style! Mr. Randle's fancy dressing has been covered by several social media outlets, new stations, radio stations and even has a few celebrities eyeing him.

 

Photo Credit: facebook.com/irvanrandle/photos

I personally admire his sense of style, I would not  be surprised if he was a  fashion stylist on the side.His eye catching outfits have a style of casual dress, urban wear, business casual, red carpet ready and savvy athletic. Needless to say this man has the fashion juice and does not let his age hold him back. Mr.Steal Your Grandma shows that "age ain't nothin' but a number"

Written By: Temika Styles

K.M. Speaks Fashion & Beauty Blogger

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Gabrielle Union's: Claps Back with a "State of the Union Address"

There were scores of monumental highlights throughout the course of the B.E.T. Awards 2016; known for honoring musicians, entertainers and community leaders.  A Genius Talks Event presented by AT & T, a pinnacle phenomenon, transpired on June 25-26, and ranked second to Rev. Jesse Jackson’s iconic lecture, as one of the most intellectual stimulating occurrences during the B.E.T. Awards. At the heart of the discussion at Genius Talks celebrities were provided the opportunity to address controversial topics. Some of the celebrities that voiced their opinion were  DJ Khaled, Snoop Dogg, Birdman and Jermaine Dupri. This platform provided during one of the most colossal happenings in black entertainment is epic; considering it grants African Americans the necessary time to shed light on taboo subject matters that continuously affects their interaction, both positive and negative, within society today.

Among those amazing celebrities, Gabrielle Union, talented actress and wife of basketball player Dewayne Wade, left the audience inspired with awe. Her transparency about the necessity for strong black female leads in Hollywood and the challenges women of color face in front of and behind the camera was nothing but the unadulterated truth.  She emphasized the importance about being proud of whom you are as an individual and understanding that you cannot be everything to everyone.

Union also shared a heartfelt testimonial of her first audition for a Tupac music video. She reflected that immediately upon meeting her, he noticed the something ‘greater’ in her, and asked why she was there. Therefore, taking it as a sign, she left the audition. Yet, Union still remembers the lasting impact it made upon her for someone to see what she didn’t even know yet.

It was quite refreshing to witness her speak out about issues that most would rake ‘under the rug’.

Furthermore, during the ‘Black Women in Hollywood’ dialogue with Union, host Meslissa Harris-Perry enlightened the audience about how she felt about another slave movie “We don’t need any more slavery depictions. I’m sick of seeing us as slaves.  I don’t want to see that anymore. We already had Roots, so why another slave film?”Union addressed Perry’s concerns … “Anytime you see us reflected in our history, it helps.  It helps us to see our own humanity and helps others to see our humanity.   There is no Oscar so white without our humanity.

 If you can’t see the humanity in a twelve year old child who was slaughtered in less than two seconds for doing things that kids do - playing with a toy gun alone in an open carry state; yet, you are outraged over Cecil the lion’s death and a gorilla - we need to see Roots! We’ve lost something along the way.”  I’ve asked myself that same question, “How can we humanize a gorilla but demonize and criminalize the parents of a toddler that are innocent?”  Union summed it up perfectly, proclaiming that, “We need Roots and Birth of a Nation. We need our stories told over and over and over again. If you cannot see our humanity in real life, you will never see our humanity in our art ever.”

Well, let the world say Amen!!! What Union said in less than two minutes addressed the core of the issues that our country faces today. I highly anticipate the opportunity to cover Genius Talk 2017 as it informed, as well as exposed truth on another level. Therefore, it is pivotal that we continue to expose positive light to the world’s dismal, discriminating, and devaluing debates.  Until next year … God Bless America! 


Written By: Terica Lee K.M. Speaks Blogger
Edited By: Marguritte S. Johnson

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The Era Fashion Show: Whitney Davis

On May 22, 2016 The Era Fashion Experience: Spring Edition took the fashion industry by storm. The event was a night of music, hair and obviously fashion pieces from some of the best designers in the D.F.W. area. The event was hosted and created by Whitney Davis of Whitney Davis Planning and it was flawlessly executed. Whitney Davis Planning was founded to help couples achieve their dream wedding through their "comprehensive  boutique management style and creative design".

In addition to planning weddings Whitney Davis Planning can assist you in any of your event planning needs. Whitney Davis believes that the phrase "Go Big or Go Home" is what takes her events, such as her latest fashion show, to the next level. Whitney Davis is already working on her next event, which will be October 15th, 2016...which gives us plenty of time to get those fabulous outfits together!'

The event will be held at the classy venue Lofty Spaces in Dallas, Texas. You can interact with Whitney Davis Planning via Instagram (@WHITWHIT_DAVIS), Facebook ( www.facebook.com/THEWHITNEYDAVIS) and of course by checking out the website ( www.whitneydavisplanning.com) !

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To get the scoop about The Era Fashion Experience: Spring Edition check out the interview below!

Tell us about your event?

THE ERA FASHION EXPERIENCE:SPRING EDITION WAS A NIGHT OF FASHION,

MUSIC, HAIR, AND SO MUCH MORE!

When can we expect the next event?

 ACTUALLY, THE NEXT ONE IS OCTOBER 23RD! AT DALLAS'S

POSH LOFTY SPACES! IN THE SENSE OF PREPARATION ALOT! LOL

BUT THIS SHOW WILL HAVE A DIFFERENT STAGING,AND FEEL, IT'S GEARED TO THE WINTER!

 Do you believe in the phrase “ Go Big or Go Home”?

 YES INDEED! THAT'S WHY MY SETS AND SHOWS ARE ALWAYS GOING TO BE DIFFERENT,

BECAUSE OF THIS VERY PHRASE! L.O.L

Why do you think it’s important for the community to have events such

as yours? TO SHOW THAT WE CAN DO SOMETHING DIFFERENT, SOMETHING GREAT ON A GREAT SCALE!

If it wasn’t for (fill in the blank) your show would not have been

successful?

THE LORD, LOL AND MY HUSBAND! MY GOD!LOL

What advice can you give to someone who is about to host their first

event? STAY GROUNDED AND ENCOURAGED! FOCUS ON THE THINGS YOU CAN CONTROL, NOT WHAT YOU CAN'T. AND STAY HUMBLED!

 What inspired you to host this event?

BECAUSE I FELT AT THE BEGINNING THAT IF I'M CONSIDERED "TOO SHORT" TO BE A

RUNWAY MODEL, I'LL CREATE MY OWN SHOW! AND SHOW WHAT THEY MISSED!LOL

AND TO SHOW A DECENT DALLAS BASED FASHION SHOW!

Check out the latest event planned by Whitney Davis! This is definitely a event you don't want to miss! Who can pass up affordable virgin hair with a amazing atmosphere #notme! Don't miss this amazing event hosted by Tiera's Hair Extension Services.

JUST ANOTHER "WHITNEY DAVIS EVENT"! WHERE CAN YOU GET 3 BUNDLES FOR THE PRICE OF 1?..FREE INSTALLATION, FREE MAKEUP APPLICATION AND A FREE MANI OR PEDI?! CHECK IT OUT! MAKE IT A GIRL'S NIGHT, OR A PREP FOR A NIGHT OUT! FOR $50?! YASSS MORE INFO ON FLYER! AND YES I DESIGNED THE FLYER!!!;-)  

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