Nicki Performed

Nicki was asked to sing during a changing of name ceremony for the Sociology Dept. at her College.

In this picture she was very nervous as she waited to perform.

Part of the reason for her nervousness was the fact that she was singing in front of the Chief Justice of the Virginia Supreme Court, the Honorable Leroy Roundtree Hassel, Jr. who was the speaker for the evening.

Nicki sang the National Anthem along with the Negro National Anthem. In this picture she was smiling because she was so glad that the audience sang along.

Guess my child didn't do to bad because the crowd seemed pleased.

The Sociology Dept. honoring the late William Edward Burghardt Du Bois.

Nicki with her friend Nate who arranged for Nicki to perform.

Nicki with Senator Louise Lucas ( she took a picture with the Chief Justice, it just didn't come out to well).

I was very proud of Nicki ( I am proud of all of my children). Next month will mark another momentous occasion in my family's life. Quisha will graduate with a degree in Psychology on December 8th ( save the date family and friends). I can't wait to take pictures....of course I will probably be crying my eyes out.

Mighty Men of Valor

My goodness it may actually snow this year! Marc left for a 3 day conference with our friend Kyle to Pennsylvania. They will be attending the Men of Valor Conference. Anyone who knows Marc knows that he is not a big "male bonding" kind of guy. He has some great friendships with some really great guys, but for the most part he is a loner. And is perfectly content spending his free time at home or out shopping at his favorite stores. I believe this weekend will be great for him though, because he has been going through some things and this may just be a gift from God. As a matter of fact I know it is because he only agreed to go a few days ago and thanks to our friend Kyle he was blessed to be able to attend. Kyle and his wife Sheila have been great friends for a number of years. As a matter of fact Sheila is one of my "Dress Sale Buddies" and from this friendship Kyle and Marc connected and have become close buds. I even told Kyle before he left that I that I felt like they were going off on a dress sale buddy trip (lol). Before the men took off Kyle presented Marc with a MVM cap. And of course he loves caps (notice the one in his hand.....he owns about 40!). Although I will miss him and I am use to being the one that goes off on a great adventure I know this is something that was greatly needed in the life of my family. Cause when Dad's not happy.............. nobody is.

Have Cake

Sorry, I had to post the pics of Nicki eating her Birthday Cake. The girl is crazy ( and I blame it all on her dad )!

Big Brother Harry

Nicki reminded me that I have to acknowledge Big Brother Harry who took time out of his busy schedule to come into the city to see the girls. Harry was one of the bestmen in Shondra and Elden's wedding and just like the rest of the group took the girls in and treated them like special little sister's. Thanks Harry.

Nicki Does DC

The girls traveled to DC this past weekend to celebrate Nicki turning 22. They had a blast thanks to their adopted Big Brother and Big Sister. Thanks Shondra and Elden......the girls had a great time. My question to you two is .......... have you survived the big event? The picture above looks as if you two need a break (lol).

Fall Harvest

Our Fall Harvest is over, after months of planning. Two days later I am still tired ( but in a good way ). I got to see some really good friends ( see above pic ) along with their girls. The best part of the evening was watching everyone fellowship together. As usual Nicki and Quisha were there working the booths. It was a good evening.