In life they are challenges one must face revealing a greater human being on the other side. Upcoming rapper Babie Bandz took control of her challenges and transformed them into her unique sound you hear today.
As a young child Babie Bandz experienced rape and abuse at such a young age. That abuse continues later in adulthood. Babie Bandz was left with no choice but to move out due to her being pregnant. “I do not let that block me in life” says Bandz. Becoming homeless with a child on the way Babie Bandz had to find a way to cope. Music is how she copes with her struggles that was her escape for all her trauma.
“My post trauma has inspired me to create my music” said Babie Bandz. Trauma expressed through music is a powerful way to deal or escape with your past, present, and future and Babie Bandz does just that. Now at the age of 23 years old with 4 children Babie Bandz takes her experiences, both good and bad and conveys them through her music to her fans. “I have a song on there that explains everything” Babie Bandz said. Surviving so much abuse and trauma has created and shaped Babie Bandz music.
Babie Bandz has a message, experience, and feeling embedded in each song she records. The song “All Falls Down, there are 3 or 4 verses and each verse explains in depth each situation” said Babie Bandz. A song that tells a different story on each verse is one that is worth listening to. Babie Bandz says “All Falls Down” describes all the pain I felt”. Fans can relate to such an open artist especially if some of them are going through (or gone through) the same struggles.
Abuse is a term that is common in many single-family households. Children of all ages are experiencing abuse and so much more at the hand of their parents. Kakeithia Jones (Babie Bandz) like so many other children expirenced sexual abuse at a young age from her parents which continued throughout her life.
Parents play such an important role in their child’s life. They are suppose to provide a safe environment for their child. That was not the case when Jones was growing up. “My mom failed as a parent to do what she had too” says Jones. Jones unfortunately had to experience sexual abuse from her father at a young age. “When I was 4 years old that is when it started, when I started being sexually assaulted” Jones says. The parents that were meant to protect and nurture her did nothing but destroy and break a little girl. “I remember feeling like I was alone,” Jones says. That is a lot to endure as a child.
Growing older Jones had more than one abuser but multiple in her lifetime which is sad to say. “My past abusers, there are so many of them,” Jones says. The second abuser came in the form of her step father. “My step father sexually assaulted me when I was 13”, says Jones. Reaching out for help since her mother was not listening, Jones calls the police as her last resort. “I called the police and my momma wanted me to lie” says Jones. Being sexually assaulted comes with hard life decisions. Jones became pregnant after so much abuse. “It was definitely rough, got pregnant and ended up moving out”. At this moment Babie Bandz is born.
Pushing through the abuse and adversity, Jones finds music. Jones dove into music and never let her abuse mute her sound. Babie Bandz was created which is Jones stage name and she has not turned back since. “I do not like to let that block me in life” says Jones. Music is a way to convey your life, feelings, and experiences, and Babie Bandz does just that. “How I cope with these situations is through my music,” Jones said. Babie Bandz sound is unique and carries her music in a beautiful way through to her fans.
Finding a trustworthy way to deliver a package quickly and securely in Cincinnati, Ohio recently became much simpler with the launch of S&B Expedite courier services. The new company offers both single delivery and multiple delivery options all set at very attractive price points and all delivered in the same day.
June 21, 2020
For many businesses being able to get a package to another business or a client in the same day is an absolute must. In the Cincinnati area, startup company S&B Expedite are answering the call in a reliable, affordable and always secure way – leaving new customers more than impressed.
“Our company motto is ‘Delivery You Can Trust’ for a good reason,” commented Amy Ndiaye, Owner at S&B Expedite. “We believe in this policy 100%. When a client hires us, we want them to know their package is in good hands and they can count on it arriving on time and safely, like clockwork.”
According to the new company, some highlights of their services include: fast, reliable and secure delivery services; professional well-trained drivers; online ordering and tracking options; special miles packages that come at discount rates that can be used over a month – with unused miles carrying over into next month’s bill or credited for added convenience and savings to on-demand basis clients; insured packages; and much more.
Headquartered in Fairfield Ohio, S&B Expedite is a local company providing same-day delivery services to clients in various industries, in the Cincinnati and Metropolitan area. The company is working toward establishing itself in the area as a leader in providing best in class technology driven delivery service, and offering methods and solutions that goes far beyond client’s expectations, during the entire delivery process. S&B Expedite is committed to reduce waste of time and increase productivity without the need of reducing capabilities for effective, dependable, reliable and innovative courier services.
St. Paul, MN – June 20, 2020 – The Planting People Growing Justice™ Leadership Institute has a unique feature that’s particularly important at this point in history. The organization’s bookstore provides a key resource for children and the entire family, with a focus on anti-racism, diversity, inclusion, and youth leadership development.
“On behalf of our PPGJLI Board, we are dedicating our time, energy, and resources to our youth,” said Dr. Artika Tyner, founder and CEO of the organization. “We believe they will lead us to the higher ground of justice and freedom. History has shown us that young people have been at the forefront of social change movements whether it be the Freedom Riders of the past or the youth protesting on the streets today. Our first step is to share this history through our books with our youth for inspiration on their leadership journey.”
As part of that commitment, the PPGJLI is making its Justice Makes a Difference activity eBook available free of charge. It serves as a learning tool for developing the core competencies of serving as a leader and difference maker. It will also have a global reach though its inclusion in the digital learning platforms of Worldreader and Rachel – World Possible. Free virtual learning tools are also available on YouTube.
“We’ve already reached thousands of young people with our videos and books and we are committed to reaching more,” said Tyner. “Join us in planting seeds of social change through education, training, and community outreach. We give young scholars the tools to become leaders who make a difference in the world.”
The children’s books and the lessons they impart that are available at the PPGJLI bookstore are extensive. In “The Youngest Marcher,” children, parents, and educators will meet the youngest known child to be arrested for a civil rights protest in 1963 Birmingham, AL. The award-winning “Justice Makes a Difference: The Story of Miss Freedom Fighter, Esquire” explores important men and women throughout history that have made a difference.
Other books in the PPGJLI library include “Kofi Loves Music” that introduces African instruments and the impact they’ve had on music around the world. “Joey and Grandpa Johnson’s Day in Rondo” explores the historical neighborhood of Rondo during the 1940s. “So You Want to be a Supreme Court Justice” explains the rules, requirements and responsibilities of the nation’s highest court.
The books available to purchase at the PPGJLI library are engaging and entertaining for children and adults. They teach important lessons and provide inspiration as timely for the current generation of children as it will be in the future.
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About Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute
Planting People Growing Justice Leadership Institute seeks to plant seeds of social change through education, training, and community outreach.
St. Paul, MN – June 19, 2020 – The inspiring new children’s book, “Ghana: A Place I Call Home” by Monica Habia, is set to be released on Feb.1, 2021 in honor of Black History Month. Dr. Artika Tyner, founder and CEO of Planting People Growing Justice™, announced that the book is now available for pre-order on the PPGJ website.
“PPGJ is excited to announce the release of our new book, “Ghana: A Place I Call Home,” said Tyner. “The book serves as a key educational tool about the history and culture of Ghana. It also highlights the importance of the 2019 Year of Return.”
Habia is an award-winning author and proud Ghanaian. Her latest endeavor is the story of a young boy named Samuel that embraces his cultural heritage, history, and roots. Samuel and his grandfather experience the essence of Sankofa – meaning “go back and fetch it.”
Sankofa also means “We must return to the source.” In “Ghana: A Place I Call Home,” Samuel embarks on a journey of self-discovery as his grandfather teaches him about his home, Ghana, and shares key lessons about history and culture.
The book comes at a particularly important time in history. 2019 was the Year of the Return, when many African-Americans experienced their own sense of Sankofa as they made a pilgrimage to Ghana. The year marked 400 years since the first enslaved Africans were taken in captivity to Jamestown, VA, in 1619.
The follow-up is Beyond the Return, as individuals learn about and explore their own Ghanaian heritage. Beyond the Return is a 10-year project being conducted under the theme “A Decade of African Renaissance – 2020-2030.” The project will be built on seven pillars and principles, be a platform of engagement for all people of African descent, and be unveiled in June 2020.
Habia’s new book, “Ghana: A Place I Call Home,” is colorfully illustrated, engaging, informative, and entertaining for children and adults. It embodies the spirit of Sankofa.
Singer-songwriter Netty BM announces his introduction to the music industry, bringing a blend of African and Western rhythms to fans worldwide with the release of his much-anticipated debut single, We are the soldiers. This represents the culmination of a lifelong dream by the Senegalese born artist, real name Gasseunegora Netty Manga.
Along with the debut single release, today also marks the announcement of his first album, Illusions premiering exclusively via Spotify and Apple Music. Netty BM has previously toured around the Grand Rapids region and is in discussions to schedule a tour of his new album later in the year.
Netty BM recorded We are the soldiers in his home studio in Grand Rapids, Michigan, editing and procuring the entire single himself. We are the soldiers is the song to be released from the album Illusions. The album is composed of 15 tracks and spans over numerous different topics that align with his strong Christian beliefs.
With We are the soldier there is a more mature fusion of the modern and the traditional style of music that Netty BM is known for, “Truly, I didn’t expect the song to turn out so well, especially having in mind that I wrote, recorded and produced it in 2 days. The song is inspired by the chaos COVID-19 has created in the world, my African roots and a dream of justice for a better world.”
While each and every song on the Illusions album varies in tone, they all are originals and circle back to one universal theme. “Illusions is a collection of pop, R&B, soul, Afrobeat, and reggae,” says Netty BM. The new record contains a number of songs that reflect on his early life in Senegal, including the most defining moment in his life; when at the age of 13 he discovered his love of music, especially rap.
Like many before, Netty BM came to America in 2015 to realize his dream of making music. During that time he has invested heavily in his music career, building a home studio and really developing his musical style. We are the soldiers meets at a juncture of many different genres and there’s something about Netty BM that is indescribably different – and with this debut project, he’s discovered what most musicians spend lifetimes working for – the place where soulful music meets self expression.
Businesses interest in partnership of media opportunities can learn more on the personal website of Netty BM: nettybrucemanga.com/music.
Oregon, USA –June 2020 – Through a thorough and meticulous selection process, Shop CBD Now can stand behind the products they distribute and confidently provide any information that any customer may need. Aside from this, the company also works to serve the community directly by offering discounts to those who need it most, including seniors, military members, and those with medical cards. This means they can provide medicinal relief to even more customers, ensuring that those who need the remedial effects of CBD can get it, regardless of budget or location. This discount system has opened the door for many people to try CBD for the first time, creating the opportunity for discovering a more naturally derived path. Shop CBD Now works tirelessly to literally change the lives of customers and clients worldwide and is constantly considering new ways to serve even more people in the future.
The growing popularity of hemp, CBD, or cannabidiol has spread all throughout the United States. As a company, Shop CBD Now is here to make and provide high-quality CBD products available nationwide! The brands linked with Shop CBD Now have a variety of products offering many different delivery methods. One could simply use a CBD infused bath bomb for deep penetrating relief without the addition of unnecessary synthetic chemicals. Those who prefer ingesting CBD have many different options, including edible products, sublingual oils, and other less traditional approaches like teas and coffees. There are also topical applications for targeted relief and, of course, inhalable CBD products. This wide range of products allows Shop CBD Now to ensure every need can be met through their extensive, inclusive inventory that is filled with top brands and lots of interesting, new products.
Shop CBD Now cares about its customer base and always seeks to provide them with safe, easy to use products that will provide real relief and comfort. Due to this, all products included on the Shop CBD Now online inventory are carefully vetted to ensure they are one hundred percent pure. All items are tested through facilities approved by ORELAP, also known as the Oregon Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program. Additionally, all products listed on Shop CBD Now are derived from hemp, ensuring all items are completely in regulation with all legislations concerning manufacturing and distributing such products.
Shop CBD Now has one goal in mind: serving the community with high-quality products at reasonable prices. Thanks to the brand partnerships and manufacturer deal the company has acquired, the brand is confident in its ability to provide the best selection of CBD products nationwide. Regardless of delivery preference, price range, or personal interests, the customers of Shop CBD Now can count on the friendly, knowledgeable team to always have their backs, providing kind service wherever they can to ensure every single client gets the exact products they need to feel their best!
With entertainment venues being the last type of business to reopen from the pandemic, Long Island, NY magician Ivan Stratienco provides a virtual magic show as a solution to parents that want to make their child’s birthday memorable at home.
While many people are forced to postpone or cancel their child’s birthday celebration, there are some parents that have chosen to throw a virtual birthday party. They invite friends and family to join in on the fun from the safety of their own home. These virtual parties hosted on a video messaging app include virtual games, singing happy birthday, opening of gifts that were sent ahead of time and a professional party entertainer. This is where Ivan comes in. He makes the guest of honor feel like the star of his interactive and customized 40 minute virtual magic act.
Among other magical moments, the birthday child and lucky friends get to have their mind read through the screen, see a finger ring with a mind of its own and watch playing cards look like their dancing. The reactions from kids young and old are hysterical laughter, being jaw dropped and feeling pure joy. Ivan loves sharing his magic. He said, “It’s my job to make your child’s birthday party epic!” Ivan offers different virtual magic shows for different ages with a satisfaction guarantee for parents in need of high quality virtual entertainment for their guest of honor and their friends.
Before the closings and restrictions due to covid-19, Ivan was performing regularly at kids birthday parties in the New York/Tri-State area as well as being a regular performer at Miller’s Ale House in Lake Grove, NY and Dave & Busters in Westbury, NY. Ivan’s unique entertainment experience is available to families everywhere. While he looks forward to performing again at in person gatherings, he brings his high energy amazement to the comforts of peoples homes virtually. With the magic of technology, anyone with an internet connection can enjoy Ivan family friendly illusions on a smart tv, computer, laptop or mobile device.
Ivan Stratienco is an award winning illusionist and a world record breaker for the fastest sleight of hand. He can be contacted for booking inquiries through his website: www.AmazingIvan.com
Media Contact Company Name: Amazing Ivan Contact Person: Ivan Stratienco
What do you get when you come across an Ex-American Pro Football player and a man with a body that even Arnold Schwarzenegger when he was Mr. Olympia would be jealous of, personal trainer Chris A.K.A. Dream of course.
The Ex-American Pro Football Player said he is on a mission to help people reach their fitness goals. Chris A.K.A Dream says no matter what your fitness goals are, you can achieve them.
As an Ex=American Pro Football Player and a personal fitness trainer, Chris A.K.A. Dream knows exactly what is needed to get in shape, lose weight, and become healthier. So, once we got over feeling self-conscious meeting the man that looked like God himself had sculptured his body, we decided to talk about Bodybuilding, Fitness, weight loss and Much More
Chris A.K.A Dream Celebrity Fitness Trainer Says Stress Can Cause Weight Gain
Chris aka Dream, you were an American pro football player and now you are a fitness instructor, that is a big change of career, why did you change careers?
Everything has its end. Football eventually met its end, and in the mist of change I discovered the thing I loved to do the most was Right in front of me…it was just blinded by my love for the game.
You are a fitness trainer and a bodybuilder, for those that don’t understand, what is the difference?
I am A little bit of both. Fitness and bodybuilding is not to much far apart since part of fitness is bodybuilding. As a fitness trainer I help clients achieve a healthier lifestyle. while some are interested in looking the part others are more happier to just be on the track towards a healthier body. Serious Bodybuilding on the other hand means taking the body places that the average person would not…meaning a harder than normal diet, longer gym sessions, supplementation and so one.
Do you find yourself eating differently now to when you played American football?
Great question. I do find myself eating very differently compared to the days on the gridiron. The food is much healthier and is more tailored as opposed to just eating whatever was there.
The world is going through a very tough time at the moment with COVID-19, and official organisations are reporting a huge increase in the number of people who are suffering mental health issues as a result. Can keeping fit help with mental health issues?
I personally can’t guarantee that training harder, being in the gym and building a great physique will help with those that suffer from mental health issues. I can say this…coming to the gym can possibly ease the issues that mental health brings on, and I say that because there are people that will listen in the gym. if you need to vent or even talk about your day to day struggle and that listening ear could possibly save a life.
So, can fitness help reduce stress levels?
Everybody reacts differently to everything what works for one may not work for the other. Fitness is known causes the body to become calm and relaxed as the work out drags on and speaking from personal experience fitness has help me when I felt stress at times and during difficult times by simply clearing the mind for the 2-4 hrs you are in the gym.
If someone is stressed all the time, can this put weight on them?
Yes. Becoming overly stress can cause massive weight gain and other complications as the body begins to enter depression.
35.6% of the UK population are overweight, and 39.6% of Americans are overweight or obese, why are those figures so high?
Simple reason is the food they eat on a daily basis and the lack of physical health care people have for themselves.
Child obesity is increasing, do you believe the increase is down to affordability. Do you believe that parents with more money in their pockets are able to feed their children healthier food compared to those parents who struggle financially?
I personally say no. I mean of course the wealthy parents will be able to purchase more healthier food, but to say that stops the less fortunate from eating healthy I would disagree for the fact that there are pantries, and other programs that help support parents in need of healthier food for children.
Some people go to the gym three times a week and struggle to lose weight, why is that?
The reason behind that could be the diet. I have plenty of clients that I personally train three times a week that lose weight and achieve a healthier lifestyle.
How long should someone who is looking to lose weight spend in a gym?
If he/she is truly looking to lose weight I would recommend two hours the most. Great weight loss is about your diet, cardio, and weighted cardio.
Is there a major difference between women and men, in regards to establishing a workout routine?
Yes. I don’t believe in same routines for each client because everybody is a different body, especially between woman and men routines must be different.
Recently there has been lots of online advert by companies claiming you can eat what you want and still lose weight, is this really true?
I wouldn’t buy into these faulty companies these days everybody makes promises threw advertising and won’t be able to deliver the body your really looking for. 10 out of 10 it’s a catch or all smoke and mirrors
Chris A.K.A Dream, I was having a chat with a Doctor friend of mine recently who said if you are trying to lose weight and don’t eat then you will put on weight as your body thinks you are starving. I have to admit, this really doesn’t make sense. Can you explain?
Yes! this is true. Excess calories are stored through out your body as fat. The body stores this within specialized fat cells, that are always present though out the body or by creating more.
Why is it important for people to stay fit?
It’s important to stay fit for you, your self-esteem, and your health. Take in to account that you only get one body care for it as best as you can.
A lot of people will join a gym and then stop going, a lot of people say this is down to body confidence, and looking around and seeing people with better bodies than them, how can people get over that?
This often happens a lot especially in the beginning of every new year. Joining a gym is all about you and your goal and not the guy/girl that’s already achieved his desired look. You must remember and not forget your goal and why did you join in the first place. Rome was not built in a day remember that.
If someone was scared to go to a gym, can they train at home?
Exercising at home is a great way to begin for some people you have all the equipment necessary. but eventually going to the gym will become a must to really see Great change in the physique and actually seeing others that might inspire and motivate you to push farther.
Chris A.K.A Dream Believes Anyone Can Lose Weight And Achieve Their Fitness Goals
If a client came to you wanting to lose weight, what is the first thing you would do with them?
The first thing for all clients are what we called evaluations. Once we get passed that stage then we can focus more on weight loss and all fitness related goals.
If you could choose just one fitness machine for a person to lose weight, what would it be?
I would always choose the stair master over and over because of its capabilities.
As well as helping people to become healthier and lose weight, you are also helping bodybuilders, how are you helping them?
Bodybuilders are more so on another level as they prep for shows and pro debuts. Helping them achieve their stage look can be challenging but it also well worth it.
You are gaining a huge reputation as a fitness trainer, how are you different from other trainers?
I tend to go above and beyond. It’s not always about money for me, its more so about elevating my clients to place’s they have never been.
For people in the USA who want to train with you, how do they contact you?
What about those in the UK and around the world, do you offer training for them?
Yes I offer training to all that are willing to and dedicated to achieving the physique they desire. As virtual training becomes more and more possible opportunities for more clients become endless
Unique marketing solution will help small businesses generate more prospects and sales despite COVID-19 crisis
June 19, 2020 – Phoenix, AZ – QuantiSave, a local business directory and e-commerce marketplace, has launched a unique marketing solution to help businesses generate more prospects and sales despite the COVID-19 crisis that is sweeping the globe. The Phoenix-based business developed Social Distancing Marketing to help companies deal with the new normal of interacting, working, and living with space between individuals.
The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on the world’s population, infecting more than 8.2 million people worldwide. In the United States alone, 2.23 million confirmed cases of coronavirus have been reported and the figure continues to increase. Across the country, a number of businesses both large and small have collapsed without being able to reach customers and make sales. According to a survey reported on by the Los Angeles Times, half of all American businesses will fail due to the current financial crisis created by the pandemic.
QuantiSave aims to change the issues businesses in Phoenix are facing during the COVID-19 pandemic. The local business directory platform utilizes features allowing businesses to increase the visibility of their goods and services in unprecedented ways.
Founded by Thad Metz, a Phoenix area business entrepreneur, QuantiSave allows local companies to increase cashflow within days of joining the platform. The platform also enables businesses to position themselves in front of shoppers to drive more traffic to their doors. The increased visibility of a company created by QuantiSave allows local businesses to improve their money-making capabilities during lean times.
The Phoenix start-up company provides funding and branding solutions to businesses allowing them to reach their target markets. QuantiSave’s Social Distancing Marketing gives businesses the chance to operate and succeed in spite of COVID-19 and aims to be the best local business directory by offering more marketing options to enhance branding and help businesses stand out from the competition.
“This new directory and e-commerce marketplace for small businesses will help give them another way, a better way, of doing business and generating more sales,” Metz said.
According to the CEO, QuantiSave works well with businesses already in the marketplace with around two years of service to the local community. Having a couple of years of existence enables small businesses to stand out further from the crowd with QuantiSave’s marketing and branding capabilities.
“I created the platform because I’m passionate about helping small local businesses grow,” Metz explained. “There is simply nothing out there quite like our directory and e-commerce marketplace. It gives newfound flexibility to vendors and shoppers that can’t be found on any other platform.”
QuantiSave was founded by Thad Metz as a local business directory and e-commerce marketplace to help businesses serving in and around Phoenix, Arizona to reach their target audience more efficiently and effectively grow their customer base and sales. QuantiSave operates as a directory and a marketplace platform that connects potential buyers and sellers all within one platform to make more sales, attract more buyers who can buy for themselves, and can also transfer purchases to a friend, loved one, or colleague.
Media Contact Company Name: QuantiSave Contact Person: Thad Metz, CEO
The world is going through a very tough time at the moment with COVID-19, and official organisations are reporting a huge increase in the number of people who are suffering mental health issues as a result. Can keeping fit help with mental health issues?
Child obesity is increasing, do you believe the increase is down to affordability. Do you believe that parents with more money in their pockets are able to feed their children healthier food compared to those parents who struggle financially?
