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We're exploring creatives across the world through personal life experiences, and their journey toward a successful and fulfilling life. "Aligning your energy is how you will find and convey on finding the genius within you". -Dr. Dwayne Wdyer Let's get to know Songwriter, Artist, and Entrepreneur 7EEN. Before, jumping into your creative life, how was your personal life growing up? My personal life growing up was pretty cool and interesting. I was able to experience different hobbies and adventures. Where were you born and raised? I was born in New Orleans, but I was raised on the East side of Atlanta, Stone Mountain to be exact. Tell us something nobody knows about you. When I was 4 years old, Actor Wendell Pierce helped me get my first acting gig. He's a friend of my family. Has there been a specific time that you recall not having your voice heard? If so, what did you do to challenge yourself? I don't think there's ever been a time I didn't have my voice heard. I've always been able to express myself & voice how I feel. What's your tip or the best way you maintain a live/ work balance? I'd suggest planning & organizing your days. As I've gotten older, I've realized how important it is to be collected & to have a schedule. Don't overbook yourself because you can easily get burnt out. What artist keeps you influenced, and why? Some so many artists keep me influenced but to name few Stevie Wonder, Jazmine Sullivan, Miguel, Frank Ocean, Lauryn Hill, D'Angelo, Solange, etc. These artists have a way of expressing themselves with their words & melodies. What would you be doing right now, if it wasn't for your entrepreneurial career? I would probably be traveling the world. What do you do when you're not being creative? Probably sleeping or sitting/laying somewhere at a park relaxing. We know pursuing your passion isn't easy, but overall, how has been an entrepreneur help you to transition your life? It has its good days & it's bad days. Being an entrepreneur has helped given me thicker skin & respond to criticism differently. What fears did you have to overcome to become the person you are today? I had to overcome my fears of the unknown & the opinions of others & let God do its thing. What or who is your inspirational source? A lot of the people that are in my life &/or around me are my inspirational source. Musically my inspirational source is Stevie Wonder. Tell us about your business or career. I'm a creative genius with many different facets. I'm a singer, songwriter, stylist, creative director, set director, model, photographer, etc. I love helping people bring their ideas to life. What's your favorite quote? and how does it relate to you? "One monkey don't stop no show." I don't know the original source of that quote but in life, you're going to have setbacks. However, that should not impede on the end goal. What product or service does your business offer specifically? My services offer songwriting, ghostwriting, modeling, creative directing photo shoots & video shoots opportunities. What's your business contact information for readers to reach you? You can find me on Instagram: @ _Hollygroveee (7EEN)

We're exploring creatives across the world on personal life experiences, and their journey toward a successful and fulfilling life. "Never be afraid of not knowing"- Lauryn Hill Before, jumping into your creative life, how was your personal life growing up? It’s going lol! I always feel like when I’m doing good at work my personal is shit and vice versa but, I'm in the season, where I have a really good balance happening right now. I’m happy and loving on me. Where were you born and raised? Greensboro NC is where I was born but I was raised in Maple Heights OH. Tell us something nobody knows about you. I am the second oldest of 7 so I have a huge family and we all have different nationalities as well, from white to Nigerian. Has there been a specific time that you recall not having your voice heard? If so, what did you do to challenge yourself? When I first moved to Atlanta getting people to take me seriously as an artist was complex. Mainly because I was different, and people already knew me. It took years for people I looked up to, to really see me. I had to be outside shaking hands, boots to the ground for these tables to start to turn. What's your tip or the best way you maintain a live/ work balance? Shit, someone tell me lol I’m just winging it honestly and figuring it out as I go. Allowing myself the same grace I give others. Understanding that God is in control gives me peace, so I naturally align myself with the plans he has for me. What artist keeps you influenced, and why? Lauryn hill. Icon. Rihanna. Mogul. Both authentically themselves and I love that. It doesn’t seem like they have it all together, but they are a constant work in progress, and we’re just here for the show. Lol, I love that. What do you do when you're not being creative? Idk what that is lol I’m creative at heart … I’m always in that mode. We know pursuing your passion isn't easy, but overall, how has been an entrepreneur help you to transition your life? It’s been a wild ride! There are ups and downs but I’m enjoying the process honestly. It teaches you how to stick to something and have undeniable faith. I realize that when I go through certain situations God had already prepared me for it in a previous season of my life so that’s how I know I’m doing what I was meant to do. What or who is your inspirational source? My family, my friends/my team keep me going honesty... they give me something to work hard for. I just want to make them proud! Tell us about your business or career. We started with the simple idea of bringing the best from us to you. Mo’Music is a company that’s “For Us, By Us”. By meeting with each artist and designing a plan based on their needs we help shape them into the artist they can become. We are in the business of discovering artists who can be the next superstar but with that comes hard work, determination, focus, and most importantly TALENT! Mo’Music Entertainment where we help the artist become the best version of themselves so they can give the best version of themselves. We connect artists with industry professionals so they can get booked! What's your favorite quote? and how does it relate to you? “Without discomfort, there is no growth” I'm the rose that grows out of the concrete lol. What product or service does your business offer specifically? We are an arts & entertainment company that specializes in artist development. We handle all aspects of making you a star from staging & chores to music & marketing! What are your top business challenges? and how are you learning to embrace them? The challenge is finding the right artist to invest in… we’ve been broadening our reach to more artists that’s not only in Georgia but in surrounding states as well! Our Press Play Showcase is the biggest independent concert that brings artists from all over to perform for industry professionals! What's your business contact information for readers to reach you? @justmojoperiod @momusicentertainment MOMUSICENTERTAINMENT.COM

The Best Popular Recipe: Homemade Biscuits made with Spelt. When I was a kid, one of my favorite jobs when helping my grandmother prepare meals was cutting the biscuits. Part of it was that I had an affinity for biscuits. The smell, feel, and look of flour just amazed me. As my grandma and I prepared the ingredients. She would say, "let's sprinkle some flour on the counter, and let's kneel the dough and cut the biscuits before placing them in the oven." The good thing about making biscuits is bonding and creating an experience with family and friends. I hope you enjoy these delicious biscuits because we must certainly do. Food brings people together on many different levels. It's nourishment of the soul and body; it's truly love. - GIADA DE LAURENTIIS Ready In: 25 Minutes | Serves 8 | Unit US Homemade Spelt Biscuits INGREDIENTS measurements, optional additions, or alternatives. For example: ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter or margarine, room temperature 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk 2 ½ cup Spelt flour. ½ teaspoon sea salt 1 Tablespoon agave ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon nutmeg ½ teaspoon cardamom 1 tablespoon baking powder DIRECTIONS Mix dry ingredients; cut in butter or margarine. Add Agave and Milk Turn out onto flour board and knead for at least 10-12 minutes. Flattened dough into a square or rectangles (approximately) 7- 9 inches circles: use a cutter or glass circle top. Place on greased baking sheet. Baked in an oven preheated to 350 degrees F, for 15-20 minutes or until golden.

You say, Sweet! We say, Potato! Crispy air-fried sweet potato chips, for life! Yesssss...Perfect for sweet, savory, homemade, snackable treats, there's no other recipe that can top this. Look, there are days when I just don't want to leave the house for a bag of chips; However, we always have a sack of sweet potatoes ready to be eaten, when you break into the air-fried crispy sweet potato zone, HONEY! You won't ever go back for those high calories grocery store chips. The key here isn't the sweet potato, in fact, the nutritional benefits of sweet potato are fat-free, good in fiber, dairy-free, vegan, and gluten-free. "Peace of Mind and comfortable income are predicted by a dream of eating potatoes in any form". - NED BALLANTYNE & STELLA COELI Easy Air-Fried Sweet Potato Chips Ingredients ½ teaspoon nutmeg ½ teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon sea salt 3 large, sweet potatoes (we use " prep solutions multi slicer) or mandolin slicer 1 Tablespoon olive oil DIRECTIONS pre-grease the air-fryer pan and preheat to 350 degrees for 2 minutes. Combined all top ingredients in a bowl and mix, then place in the air-fryer neatly Bake for 10 minutes at 350 degrees, then flip and bake for 5 minutes on the other side. Once done, cook on air-fried for 3-5 minutes at 300 degrees, depending on crispiness.

If there's one thing that my partner and I have learned, over the past couple of years is, " If there's a will there's a way". From day trips, to cramped private rooms, to fire pits, figuring out how to turn work & travel into fun full- fledge lifestyle was a most for us new entrepreneurs. When working & traveling there are some things to consider; before you set off to travel: Tip #1- Wi-Fi connection - Time management- Tax headaches- Budget goals- Back up charger- Keep snacks on you. Luckily, while traveling we managed to find local coffee shops, joined free networking events, and managed to build our websites on the beach including the website you're reading right now; pretty cool, right! Today, starting & ending your work with a routine works as well. Tip #2 - For us, We went to the beach & meditated every rising and sun set. Set time to explore. Set focus blocks. * When you're in a different time zone keep that in mind. Then set a cut off time for the day. Therefore, you want clutter your brain or get over excited about your adventure. and of course, pack appropriately and secure. You don't want to land at your d, and realize you've left behind your favorite pants, or laptop charger. Please, pack ahead of time, & remember to not over pack. Tip #3- Make a list of essentials before you start packing & use it as a before and after checklist. Also, leave room in your travel luggage, you may want to bring back a souvenir. Additionally, do your research! Every destination is completely different. and last share your experiences! I mean of course you're not bragging; you're just informing your friends, family, and colleagues that you can travel, have fun, and work remotely all at once. Final Thoughts! I kept a journal with me the entire time and took beautiful pictures without taking advantage of my work. You never know, you may inspire more like-minded people to work, maintain and take an adventure.

I Am True to Myself Before I Can Be True to You I've Connected to My Inner Peace, then being Pursued by Your Foolishness. My Time is Priceless & I'm Pushing Myself to become better and Original Even through My Flaws I appreciate My Values and will not crave the demands or expectations of others. Ironically, the more I try to show you my good intentions, the more you try to knock me down. But my worth will not be shadowed, my head will be held high and confident. I Have the power to be Happy. I Am Here. I AM ME

These Easy Ground Turkey Enchiladas make the best dinner. They're stuffed with cheese, ground turkey, and enchilada sauce. Then topped with Enchilada garnish and baked for 15 minutes. This homemade dish was perfect for a movie night with the family. If I had to pick one recipe that is easy, tasty, and hugs the belly, it would have to be enchiladas. The best enchilada meal I've had in years. Thank you! –Jane Williams Look! I know it's a bold statement, but you have to give it a try. These easy ground turkey chili enchiladas feature corn tortillas stuffed with cheese, and chili mix topped with queso sauce. They're baked in an air-fryer or oven until the cheese is finger-licking melted, golden, and bubbly. EASY GROUND TURKEY CHILI ENCHILADAS Ingredients 1 ½ cup Ground Turkey 1 pack of taco seasoning 8 corn tortillas 2 ½ cups shredded Mexican blend cheese salt and pepper, to taste 1 10-ounce Rotel original Dice tomatoes and chiles 1 8-ounce can of Kidney Beans 1 8 ounces of Tomato sauce Optional topping: diced onions, shredded lettuce, Pico, chopped cilantro, queso cheese Directions Preheat oven or Air-fryer to 400°F, air-fryer turn to 400°F bake for 5 minutes to warm up the baking pan. Cook ground turkey until done; then add taco seasoning. Now add dice tomatoes and kidney beans cooked for 5 minutes. Warm up the tortillas in a microwave for 1 minute. Assemble the enchiladas by filling each tortilla evenly with the ground turkey meat sauce and a generous pinch of shredded cheese. Roll them tightly to close and place them in a large baking dish or air-fryer pan, with seam side down. Pour the remaining ground turkey meat sauce over the tortillas and then top them with the remaining cheese. Bake in Oven for 20 minutes or Bake in the Air fryer for 15 minutes.

The relationship between fashion and music has intertwined since the beginning. Whether you're in the industry or not people hear about your image before they even meet you. Having a strong and unique image can help musicians stand out among their peers. It creates a memorable creation for the stage, audience, music, etc. Then collaborations start to happen, like musicians co-signing labels in their songs, starting their clothing line, and signing branding deals is a huge influence on their fans. Rihanna, Kanye West, Beyonce, and Jayda Cheaves, all have a heavy influence and are the main streams, in today's trend. This isn't random, either! The reason why fashion and music became linked is that music became a method of showing political beliefs, ideas, individuality, and growth rather than just boring views. Also, we can observe that many people speak and also dress in the relation to how they feel and the music that corresponds to them. Finally, music can be an escape from reality and fashion can create a reality; both serve well in society. Fashion mirrors what our society thinks, and music mirrors what our society feels, both are timeless.

Coconut is not only the perfect snack, but also tasty with these golden Sweet Potatoes. Sweet Potatoes make the perfect side dish. And this savory dish is incredible. No marshmallows or brown sugar included in this recipe. Fan-tastic. Here's the simplest way to make them, with cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg babe you are in for a mouthwatering experience. Coconut Mashed Sweet Potatoes Ingredients Prep Time: 5 minutes| Cook Time: 15 minutes| Total Time: 20 minutes 3 sweet potatoes 1 Tablespoon of coconut oil ¼ cup Almond milk ¼ cup chopped Coconut ¼ teaspoon Sea Salt ¼ teaspoon ground Cinnamon pinch ground Nutmeg ¼ teaspoon ground Ginger Directions Rinse the sweet potatoes, first. Put the sweet potatoes in a medium pot and add just enough cool water to cover them. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and return the potatoes to the pot on the stove top with the burner turned off. ADD the remaining ingredients, and mash until smooth and well-combined. Serve Immediately. * You can add less milk if you want.

Ready-made Garments have become an important issue in the economy and for everyday individuals. They both are responsible for the coherent performance of each fitting and hands-on role. Most of the time we never think about the behind-the-scenes of how a garment is constructed, we just see the finished product. However, there are a lot of contributions when it comes to the overall results: The designer, seamstress, print developer, print designer, samples, pattern cutters, and more. Everything is hands-on and consists of valuable time and patience. " I'm not gonna sell you the commercialized self-love. I'm not gonna sell you the hashtag self-care". I'm not into that. I feel a responsibility as a pioneer in this wave of body positivity to push the narrative further". -Lizzo Fashion companies impacted the body image by choosing to create their sizing standards based on the demographic, they tend to cater towards. For instance, a company such as Savage X Fenty has a target population of intimate apparel that caters to women and men of all shapes and sizes that celebrates fearlessness, confidence, and inclusivity. Interesting Enough, the fashion industry is a 3 trillion dollar strive to innovate, balance supply and demand, and connect to the right consumers. Ideally, certain companies may choose to follow influencers who have, a "certain body type" to help advertise their products and their business. The textiles and garment industry is the key to the growth of any developing country. Finally, I hope this article helped you to understand that it's not about the label you wear but you wear the label and love yourself.

There're some basic truths in the kitchen, and it's eating healthy homemade foods. Let's, just say, that the truth should always be eating seasonally and fresh food every day. Not only, will you and your family enjoy this dish any day of the week, but it's simple, easy, healthy, and could place in the freezer for another delicious meal. "I know once people get connected to real food, they never change back". - Alice Waters As an Atlantian, this kind of dish tends to be on the healthy-Ish and Autumn season side. It's full of flavor and loaded with veggies, perfect for any crowd-pleaser, kids, or meat-eaters. We often make this chili for movie nights, potlucks, tailgates, or meal prep. Not to mention, you can find all ingredients in almost every grocery store, and full of nutritious. Healthy Black Bean & Sweet Potato Chili Recipe Ingredients ½ cup spinach or tomato leaves 2 teaspoon ground pepper 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon adobe 2 tablespoons agave 3 cups uncooked black beans 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 Kroger Original chili packed 1 medium white onion: finely chopped 1 medium green pepper: chopped 589 grams or 32 ounces of ground turkey 3 ounces of grape tomatoes 2 Medium peeled sweet potato Directions It only takes a few steps to make this amazing chili, it's totally beginner friendly. Before making the chili, soak black beans for 8 hours, or overnight. (Best results) Place 3 to 4 cups of hot water in a large pot and add sea salt. Once the water comes to a boil add in drain beans and cook on low/medium for 30 minutes, covered. Next, grab another large pot or skillet. Inside the pot, add one tablespoon of olive oil, onion, and bell pepper: sauté for 2 minutes. Now, add in your ground turkey, ground pepper, onion powder, oregano, and adobe, and cook on low/medium. When meat is cooked thoroughly. added in your tomatoes, and one cup of hot water, and cover for 10 minutes. Once, the 10 minutes is done, add meat filling to your beans; sweet potato, and agave, then Kroger chili packed all in one pot. Cooked on Low/Medium for 30 minutes, and lastly add in your spinach or tomato leaves, then EAT! Calories Per Serving 144.50| 6 Servings| Total Cook Time 1 Hour * High in Fiber; Low in Fat

Fashion has always contributed to and impacted every industry whether it was the forefront or behind the scenes. Fashion is the influence of cultural changes, art, and technological innovation. As time passes fashion is used as self-expression, be different, stylish, and edgy. It is a way for everyone to make space and create opportunities for each individual. Fashion and culture go hand in hand. " When creativity melds together with global issues, I Believe you can bring the world together. - Virgil Abloh Our clothes are a source of non-verbal communication which sends messages about who we are, what we come from, what we do, etc. Globalization has also created a market with no border and as a result, fashion and culture have been able to travel freely in this new era. As time passes, we usually say that the only constant thing in life is change, but so is fashion. The fashion industry keeps on growing and going especially with different values of religion, culture, or country. The fashion industry statistics show that the apparel and textile sector is the fourth biggest in the world. According to Fashion United, its labor force is 3,384.1 million. The value of the global fashion industry is 3,000 billion dollars, and the population is 7,260.7 million. The fashion industry continues to have positive growth, especially in emerging markets within the Western, Asian, and European regions. If we want to have a better understanding of fashion and its cultural trend, then we must understand what surrounds us in the way we live. It is our social and cultural surroundings that help influence our daily lifestyle. " Fashion is about change - I like change". - Karl Lagerfeld Culture is made of factors like values, education, society, and the norms of life. For us to understand where fashion is going global, we must understand how people interpret fashion and whether they are influenced more by their own culture or popular culture.