Posted on 26 January 2010. Tags: * abc, * actress, * extreme home makeover, * singer, Ashanti
Being in a position to give back is a blessing! I just had an amazing experience being a part of ABC’s EXTREME MAKEOVER HOME EDITION.
I got a chance to meet the Powell Family and hear the stories and struggles of a courageous and powerful single mom with four kids. They moved to America from Jamaica in search of a better life. I had a blast painting, sanding, drilling and I even planted a tree, owww!
The most rewarding piece was being a part of changing someone’s life forever! It’s so important to give back. I’ve been very blessed and I wanted to give something back to the Powell Family.
Tears of joy and great fullness are priceless!
-Ashanti(@ashantithisisme on Twitter)
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Posted on 13 January 2010. Tags: * dancer, * Ollusion, * r&b artist, * singer, Omarion
Every year we all make promises to ourselves to do something different in the year to come.
Some people try to give up their most difficult vice or make decisions to improve on a certain area of their life. Going into 2010 I have decided to do something a little different, instead of telling myself what I plan on doing, I’m going to say what I won’t do for this year.
I will not accept failure from myself or any person on my team. Being that I am the CEO of my own record label, I make it a point for everyone that I work with to never accept failure, don’t take “no” for an answer. There is a way to resolve any problem and make the best out of a bad situation so that the result is fruitful and productive.
I will never let those that support me and my artistry down in any way. In this business I know that I have an obligation to those that have obligated themselves to me. Whether on a professional or personal basis I know that loved ones, colleagues and my fans expect
certain things from me and it is my duty to give it to them
I will not allow myself to succumb to the pressures that the industry can sometimes present to artists. I have made a promise to myself to keep GOD first and keep my head up as I continue on my journey and in doing that I know that I will achieve all of the goals that I would
like to achieve in being an artist.
-Omarion
“I Get It In”: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0pCNCA95d0
“Hoodie”: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lICbriAcF-0
“Speedin”: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1OOiT78AhNc
http://www.omariononline.com/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/1Omarion
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/omarion
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/omarionofficial
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Posted on 06 January 2010. Tags: * Do Right Foundation, * mentor, * national cares, * singer, Mario
It was growing up that I experienced the positive influence a mentor can have on someone’s life. Someone you can trust, who will support you and give you advice that is in your best interest.
Having a parent that was addicted to drugs was especially challenging for me. There were times she was unable to be there for me due to her illness which is why having a growing support system was so critical. My mentors were family members, friends and teachers that I felt comfortable sharing all aspects of my life with.
In my life, mentors played a large role.
Growing up my Grandmother, Mr. Price (my Music teacher) and my Pastor’s son kept me on the right path when the wrong path was so easily accessible.
The importance of giving back and caring for those who are most in need of help is why I often lend my time to different charities and why I started my own foundation – MARIO’s DO RIGHT FOUNDATION
I encourage you to find a mentor and make that person an important part of your life.
Best,
Mario
Follow me on twitter @mariosoultruth
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