Presidential Debate for Birthday Party Host

*My take on how Day 1 of the actual debate that took place last night!!

There is a decision to be made of who will host America's next birthday for the next 4 years. A debate has taken place to see who is the RIGHT man for the job. #Day 1

Topic- Domestic Affairs

Obama (Current Host): "Over these past few years I have made some changes to the themes and party favors. I've focused on the most important- changing the cake recipe so that EVERYONE can enjoy the party and not have to sit out due to pre-existing conditions."

Romney (Challenger): "Obama used boxed yellow cake mix which costs $4.75 a box for just the contents of the box. Not including the icing and things. I'm not gonna do that! We need a more cost efficient ingredient."

Obama: "We're in the process of cultivating newer cooking techniques by growing some of our own ingredients, so we don't have to look overseas. We have our own land to farm on. I think we should cut out unnecessary spending, such as paying the cows to persuade everyone to eat chicken; and using those funds to get training set up to teach them how to work jobs we need now, such as eating nutritous grass in order to produce the finest milk."

Romney: "I agree we should cut the cost on unnecessary spending! Why not just cut China out all together and make ice cubes that the cows can use that allows them to eat and produce?! Obama has been hosting for 4 years and small businesses haven't been able to get what they need to transform grass into ice. I'm not gonna do that! We're gonna provide small businesses with equipment."

Obama: "In order to grow our party sizes for the future, we need to start focusing on the younger generations. Educate them on how to do jobs we already have, such as advertising and promotions. That way we can ensure we will be able to keep the parties continuing for many years to come. The older generations have worked hard and it's time for some of them to retire. I want to afford the less abled to their entitlement of cupcakes with sprinkles. No one should have to go hungry and unhappy because they weren't able to afford a whole cake with candles. The least we could do to help our guests is make sure they are fed and entertained."

Romney: "I'm not to fond of the ObamaBakery and I'm gonna close it down. Everyone should get a whole cake, if you can't afford it- borrow some pieces. We don't need to spend anymore money to bake cupcakes AND provide sprinkles. It took Obama $150 more to provide small baking pans for the cupcakes, not to include the sprinkles, which was an extra $35! If people want sprinkles they can go to Sam's Club."

Obama: "America THINK about it. Wouldn't it cost more money to provide small businesses with advanced equipment when we can use what we have. Why train people to create a concept to create fancy ice cubes. Do the math. That will take $2,000 plus another $5,000. Yes, it creates jobs, but what about the ones that need filling as we speak. The ObamaBakery provides sprinkles. If you go Sam's Club you will be paying $65 a bag per person!"

Romney: "I'm not gonna do that."

I've been Thinking

Right now, I think I've started a sEcOnd alphabet- beginning with AA. I'm a Gemini and my mind changes CONSTANTLY. One of myself is always seeing circumstances and ideas in a different perspective. It is so annoying housing group conferences in such a petite frame! Am I crazy, maybe, or so I've been called. But, not qualified for any institution. LOL!

School didn't work out for me this semester. I transferred last minute to a university and didn't qualify for financial aid due to past institutional credits. Tragic, I know. I was young and dumb- hadn't quite grasped the importance of education. No offense taken, there are many more other schools in the sea. I searched the great states of the U.S in hopes to find another school; found one in Texas. Texas from where I live is like a 15+ hour drive, so I thought "If I could find a curriculum like that closer to home... I'd be a happy camper". Later did I realize... my original school of choice offered the same thing! Ohhhh lol... the things we do when are minds are running only to soon realize it's just a treadmill. Quick glance to see if anyone noticed, to see if you still have your cool points.

We always lose cool points; do we ever gain them back??

The Beginning of my Journey

 

In every situation in life you either learn from it or you don't. Back in my younger days, I used to take life for what it was and nothing more. Blessed- nonetheless! The older I get, I realized things happen for a reason. It may not be your plan, but it's God's plan. September last year I was fortunate enough to move back in to my mom's house. Didn't want to; I'm 24 and that's not where I saw myself. It was a responsible choice to make, seeing that I was 7 months pregnant at the time. I was out of a job and single! It's all good. I enjoyed my pregnancy... NO MORNING SICKNESS at all; just craved Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice. I had a healthy baby boy at the end of November- he had an innate sleeping scheduled that was consistent! I got lucky, lol. Anyway, as months passed I began to lose friendships left and right. I didn't get out the house much because my mom didn't think my car was safe and equipped to drive her precious grandbaby around. It was too hot outside. Alabama has that humid heat and it can get pretty icky. I had issues with going back to work- should I or shouldn't I... that is the question. Any job I would get I knew that I wouldn't be able to spend as much time with my baby, especially since I wanted to start back school. I'd never see him. I didn't have any immediate bills- family helped with anything I needed for the baby. Still does. But, I'm the type that has to be doing something. I couldn't just sit around watching my son watching me. He'll pick up on the idea that he has to do nothing.

 I decided to start a cleaning business! Mom had a lady come out to clean the house every other week and I would talk to her as she cleaned. The hours sounded great and the job itself seemed flexible. I did all kinds of research on other prospering cleaning businesses and came up with a concept and put it in pursuit. I know that business isn't going to boom right off the bat, but at least it's up and running . In the meantime, I got tired of reading magazines about the same celebrities. Seems like the same articles just different magazine titles. I figured there was waaayyy more interesting: people, places, ideas, and things in my own back yard and beyond. I also began research on starting my own magazine. I love to read and write. I was going to school for Secondary Education- English/Language Arts, but I didn't want so much emphasis on the teaching portion; so, I switched it. Now it's English with a Teacher Certification track. I'm living out my dreams and ideas with my son by my side. I've recently added a restaurant to my repertoire! Details coming soon. I have more business ventures up my sleeves that will reveal themselves in due time. I have so many ideas! It would be a shame to not put them to use. 

I do not plan on getting any business loans! So far I haven't had to. I'm starting all my businesses from the ground up. So far everything is moving right along. Lots of prayer went into them. 

My First Issue of The Valley Mix

Official Website for: Mama's Sque@ky Cleaning & Services

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.