Kids Counting Calories

After I graduated from high school, the school systems started transitioning to healthier eating habits; at least in Alabama! You could no longer get candy and soda from the snack machines and the menu got nastier. When I was growing up, I didn't see many huskies around! I was the last generation to grow up playing outside (80's Baby). We played outside from the morning until the streetlights came on! My how times have changed...

I think instead of making kids count calories, they should emphasize physical activity! Kids need a high caloric content because they GROW more than adults do. I played 2-3 sports at a time when I could. I know not everyone is afforded that, but outside time is pertinent. It doesn't take much to make a difference in the health and fitness of a child; and every little thing counts!

Just my opinion...

Welcome Fall

  Written By: Courtney Travis

A time for change is around the corner

When the summer says its goodbyes

The temperature gets cool

The air gets crisp

And smoke ascends to the skies

We welcome in the season of Fall

The leaves soon turn

And dance with a wisp

Swirling through the air

Alongside scents of pumpkin and apple

Mmmm, Oh my what a pair

It's a time to come together

With the family or with a book

Watch a game of football

And assign the baking cook

Pies, pies all around

The kitchen's a busy space

Sit at the table come November

Give thanks for mercy and grace

Remember

"Nature does not hurry, 

yet everything takes its place"

 

The Valley Mix debuts it's First Issue

     As you all should know I've been in the process of editing my own magazine; you probably didn't, but it sure did make a nice opener! It's a local magazine without borders, as in I feature more than what is local to my area of residence. The magazine isn't targeting one specific demographic or gender, just anyone ages 18-35. The first issue turned out quite nicely for someone who has no formal training! I had issues starting out, but I didn't give up, I just expanded. It was going to be exclusive to the Tennessee Valley Area, but I wasn't getting very much participation. I felt like people thought I was a joke since they have never heard of me or The Valley Mix. Who's to blame them when people are tricked into scams on a daily basis?! I didn't ask for any money to be featured, but a lot of people still were skeptical- even my friends! I felt that "it sounds like a wonderful idea, if you can actually pull it off; and if you do I'd love to be a part of it" vibe. Starting my own magazine was something I was very passionate about, and I prayed about it daily. I love to write and I love almost all positive forms of entertainment: fashion, food, poetry, public events, music, crafts, etc. Getting to meet new people and network aren't bad perks either! I've met some amazing people within these last few months. Considering my situation- recovering from surgery, raising a baby (now 8 months) alone, and a car that's a hazard to drive I've been very blessed to have been able to be at the right place at the right time. I see all of those limits as just temporary! I had such a wonderful time compiling together interviews, articles, and photos; not to mention, put in hard work. I hope all of you enjoy reading it about as much as I had developing it. I'm sure everyone is sure to find at least something they like!

Check Out the First Issue of The Valley Mix

     http://issuu.com/thevalleymix/docs/issue1

Thanks,
Courtney Travis

Make The Most of Life

 

   Every day that comes is a chance to do something you've never done before! It doesn't have to any extravagant move because even the smallest gesture can have the biggest impact. There have been so many times, within the past couple months, that have been very beneficial to my career. It all started with an action! "Actions speak louder than words" is more than just a classic expression; it's damn good advice. You can talk about what you are going to do until you are blue in the face, but it's when you act it out that you capture others attention. Not the least bit to say live life for others! If you didn't want others to be impressed or aware, you wouldn't verbalize it in the first place. Life its too short and the world is too big to just stand still. I, like many females, am a very proud mother. I was fortunate enough to travel all over the United States as child; I was born in Hawaii and started school in Alaska. Some people live their entire life in one location. Why limit yourself from all the wonders and attractions?? I'm going to take my son everywhere I've been and more; museums, amusement parks, unique tourist's attractions, you name it! I even want to take him overseas. I'm gonna teach us a foreign language and learn how to play instruments with him. I would like for more people to want to explore life and the positive things it has to offer! If anything be a "Guy Fieri" and take a road trip and guzzle down on some savory sustenance. CONFESSION: I have a pinterest account and I pin until my heart's content. Yes, there are people who make the most of life, and you can find ideas to share! 

Okay, so this blog has just turned into an advertisement for pinterest; which was not at all what it was intended to be. I did confess to being an addict.  No I haven't taken any abuse class. Therefore, I must say farewell 'til we meet again; I must go pinning.

I'm Being Blogged About!

(left to right) DJ Moss da Beast, Me- Courtney Travis, &
Charlee Mitchell where we first met at the 2nd Annual
Jello Wrestling Competition in Madison, AL.


CHECK ME OUT:
 
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 Brought to you by Charlee Mitchell of Cincinnati, OH! She an Editor and Blogger of Ohio Artist. Miss Mitchell travels the country with a team of respected Hip Hop Culture Lovers, including: DJ Moss da Beast, Oliver Jackson (CEO of Trucker Bangin Ent), Sy Yung, and many more. It's always nice to meet people whose dreams are larger than life. It takes a lot of faith and self discipline to live out your dream when you feel like the world is against you. The key is to never give up and take one step at a time! I appreciate all of the support I get from them and I'm honored to return the favor. It has been such a pleasure meeting all of them. It was truly a blessed experience!

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Presidential Election 2012: Obama vs Romney

    Four years ago, not necessarily the same day, an eighteen year old girl voted for the first time on the campus of the University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa. It was the 2008 Presidential Elections and for the first time an African-American male made the! Remarkable. Turn of the century! Barack Obama was deemed 44th President of the United States of America. I've never been one to be into politics, but the older I get the more important it gets. I'm twenty-four years old now and I have a handsome  seven month old son! Still not into politics. I watch a lot of television! I don't remember seeing any other President in the media as much as Obama! I know Ronald Reagan was of the first to appear, but what about the others?? Of course, we all know Clinton had his reasons. I've seen Barack and Michelle everywhere! They've been visiting cities across the nation, helping various charities, following through on Obama Campaigns. It makes me sick when people concoct crap in their heads with negativity towards the Obamas! It took hundreds of years to drag this nation across the valley and into the ground; it will take more than four to fix it up. Barack has done enough within the past four years to prove he deserves another chance.

Personally, I think all the candidates need to come together and come up with solutions to help the United States. We ALL have to live here. No matter what political party you've chosen, for this year, we as a people need to put the right piece to the puzzle! Until we can set aside our differences, I don't think there will be a change. We've come so far! Grab your nearest history book or turn to any history or discovery channel.

We are creating a place for our children to live in. We grew up with the intentions and aspirations that we could be anything we wanted to be, no matter what our gender, age, race, etc. STOP discriminating at Obama's cultural background and see the economy at what it's become! If Barack was not on top of his game he would not be recognized for his accomplishments. Preceding presidents were not as involved in society as the Obama Family has been. You can't run a nation if you do not know the people!