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Me and mommy on vacation in Key West, FL in 2010
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Dear Friends,
Last year this time, I took my mother on a cruise to celebrate Mother's Day; it was the highlight of her year and pretty special for me too. This year, for a belated Mother's Day gift, she will get the chance to see my sister, Maxine (her third child and second daughter) who she has not seen in 8 years, get married! She will also be flanked by two of her other daughters and her husband on that very special occasion so I am sure that will be the highlight of her 2011. I am working on her other two children (my brother and younger sister) join us via satellite for the wedding but shhhhh, don't tell Mommy!
As I spent most of this week looking back on family photos, I had vivid childhood memories of my mother and her antics over the years...she is a mad woman, but I love her, and it must run in the Mendez genes because many have told me that I am crazy.
My canned response to which is "I get it from my mother."
I am blessed to be able to see my mother whenever I need to, so I am thankful that we are still very close to each other in every sense of the word. We talk to each other at least once a week and if she does not
hear from me, in true Mommy fashion, she starts worrying.
Growing up, I was a Daddy's girl because I was his "wash belly" but I always admired my mother for managing our household and "running things" as so many good women typically do. It was hard not to love her (even when she whipped my tail) because she is extremely giving, nurturing, kind, hilarious, sociable, charming and crazy. Yes, my mother has marked me with very many of her traits and I wear them well and am happy that they make me a better person, a better friend, a better daughter, a better woman, a better sister, a better spouse, and most importantly, a better mother to MY son.
Oh yeah, I make it my point of duty to let Mommy know how much I love her...you should not take those things for granted. Please tell your mother how much you love her (especially this Sunday).
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Tonya, Andrea, Peps, Fatima at JoJos on 05/01/11
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This past weekend, I had the chance to hang out with a wonderful group of ladies which included three generations from one family, who were obviously "in love" with each other and the family they share. It was such a beautiful sight to behold and I found myself being drawn to them even more than I was before...Happy belated birthday to Andrea and Fatima and happy birthday to Tonya and her wonderful mother who celebrate this weekend.
As we continue to celebrate Older Americans Month in May, I hope you will find it in you to be extra kind to the seniors who cross your path. My parents are officially seniors, but you cannot tell that by the way they behave. Being "young at heart" runs in
the Parke/Mendez bloodlines.
Please protect, love and serve our seniors who have paved the way for us and future generations. Happy Mother's Day to my wonderful mother, Cecilyn and all the mothers out there! Rosie Peppy Parke Creative Director Peppy Entertainment & Promotions
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This past Sunday, we recorded the final pepisode in Season 1 of PEP Talk!
and I feel very
happy and relieved that one chapter is almost over.
Let's toast to a great Season 1 and many more wonderful pepisodes down the road!
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It has been 7 months since I made the firm decision to start the talk show; 6 months since we began shooting the pepisodes; and 4 months since we released the first pepisode.
The feedback has been incredible especially from the Caribbean massive in 21 islands who
are watching via CaribVision.
With the kind support of "friends of PEP,"
we have been able to stick to our schedule and diversify by working with 3 editors.
More importantly, this journey has reinforced what a great program we have and we will literally keep traveling to make this show even more fabulous!
We are moving forward and I will toot my own horn and tell you that
SEASON 2 IS GOING TO BE BIGGER & BETTER!
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PEP Talk pepisode #11 with Racquel Brown Gaston
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Please visit our CHANNEL this Saturday, May 7 for pepisode #12
with Stan Evan Smith, freelance journalist.
Tune in tonight and every Thursday from 9pm to 10pm EST for PEP Talk! Radio on www.harambeeradio.com and Tuesdays from 12pm to 1pm on www.daflavaradio.com.
For both stations, please click LISTEN LIVE, expand your options, and join the conversation via the CHAT ROOM!
Special guests tonight are Tasha T who is a reggae artist residing in Canada, and a panel of mothers including Ange Anglade and Tonya Martin.
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Do not forget that you can go to our Official Radio Site,
www.peptalk.podomatic.com
to listen to any of the Radio Show you may have missed or just to listen again.
Also, go to the Official Youtube page and look on the right hand side to see all the pepisodes in the TV series and watch them when you can.
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TASHA T.
Since her remarkable debut at the tender age of fourteen in her native Toronto, reggae roots and culture/lovers rock singer Tasha T (born Natasha Whyte) with her distinctive vocal styling has left an indelible impression on audiences the world over. From her native Canada, to United States, Jamaica and Africa, the petite and diminutive singer with the big voice delights reggae lovers with sheer enjoyment.
The multifaceted lady is a tribute to female determination and drive.
Tasha owns her record label RasVibe Records Inc., works full time, handles single parent responsibilities for two children, yet she still finds the time to record hit songs and tours the world.
Tasha has performed on major reggae festival including Reggae Sumfest, Reggae Sunsplash,
Reggae Carifest, Irie Jamboree, (NYC) the Annual Toronto and the International Reggae Festival. She has worked with producers Syl Gordon of Cell Block Records and Paul Barclay of the Katalys Crew and others. She has been the opening act for the likes of Beres Hammond, Ken Booth, Marcia Griffiths, Maxi Priest, and many more.
With a discography that stretches back to the 1990s, Tasha's longevity can only be explained by her dedication, versatility and creativity. Her chart toppers include:
The Reggae classic Win or Lose which peaked at #7 and remained 22 weeks on the New York Top 30 Reggae Charts in (2003);
Hold Me (2008) which stayed in the Canada's CHRY 105.5 FM Reggae charts for 6 months;
One More Try (2009) a George Michael cover, that peaked at #5 Ghana's, West Africa Reggae chart;
Missing You Baby, the winner of Roots FM "the Verdict' in Jamaica and her latest single New Day on the DJ Gusma T Top 20 single charts in Italy (2010) at #10; and
Hot Ya Now on the Mercedes Movement CKLN Top 11 Chart currently at #1 and On DJ Gusma T Top 20 single.
For more information, email rasviberecords@gmail.com.
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LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR ANDREW BROWN
Lieutenant Governor
Anthony G. Brown has a distinguished career in public service to his community, the State of Maryland, and our nation. Lt. Governor Brown works in partnership with Governor Martin O'Malley on key issues affecting the citizens of Maryland. Brown was appointed Chair of the Governor's BRAC Subcabinet by Governor O'Malley and is playing a leading role in the Administration's efforts on higher education, veterans affairs, domestic violence prevention, workforce creation and health care. Prior to his election as Maryland's 8th lieutenant governor, Anthony was a member of the Maryland House of Delegates, where he served as the Majority Whip. Lt. Governor Brown also served on the Board of Trustees at Prince George's Community College for four years before joining the House of Delegates.
He attended Harvard Law School at the same time as President Barack Obama. In 2005, Anthony deployed with the 353rd Civil Affairs Command in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Brown served with distinction in Baghdad, Fallujah, Kirkuk and Basra and continues to serve our country in the United States Army Reserves. In December 2007, Anthony was promoted to the rank of Colonel in the United States Army Reserves and commands the 153rd Legal Support Organization.
Lt. Governor Brown and his children Rebecca and Jonathan live in Prince George's County.
Lt. Governor Brown will be honored at the Caribbean Coalition of Prince George's County RED DRESS BALL on
Saturday, May 7, 2011.
Please see flier in Events Section below.
To purchase tickets and for more information, email AGIFTFROMGOD461@msn.com.
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Milton and Delcita on the set of "Ova Mi Dead Body"
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"Ova Mi Dead Body" Coming to DC on Saturday, June 25
Ova Mi Dead Body is Stages Productions' latest groundbreaking play which is coming to the Washington DC area on Saturday, June 25, 2011. The plays boasts an ensemble of top-flight actors and is written and directed by Paul O. Beale
The play explores a number of typical significant issues affecting Delcita's family. These issues include single parenting, child abuse, and the death of a loved one. The play tells the very comedic story of Delcita as a widow struggling to make ends meet, after the death of her husband. Melcita is her teenage daughter, hidden from her father due to an unfavourable social situation. She suffers from an eye condition which if not treated will later lead to blindness and Delcita is adamant that Melcita's sight must be saved. This motivates Delcita to leave Melcita with Milton and his common law wife (Mildred) and jets off to New York in search of money for Melcita's eye surgery. Upon her return to the island she is confronted with the death of her husband and the reality of not knowing whether he had made a will.
Melcita, having suffered the abuse of Milton and cantankerous Mildred, is now left with the daunting prospect of a bleak financial outlook. While all of this is happening, Stamma, Delcita's baby father, escapes from prison, having served two years for being innocently convicted of a serious crime. How will he take the news of Delcita marrying while he was in prison?
As Delcita advances her search for the Will, Milton presents a Will which makes him the sole beneficiary of his brother and Delcita's deceased husband's estate. All hell breaks loose and a family war ensues between the fraud ridden Milton Sr. and the persistent Delcita. Delcita eventually finds a Will. The question is, who is now in possession of the legal Will?
The cast is lead by Andrea Wright (Delcita), Michael Nicholson (Milton), Trudy Bell (Melcita), Belinda Reid (Mildred), Stede Flash (Stamma) and Donald Thompson (Mr. Sharp). As Stages continues its tradition of telling a powerful story in an entertaining manner, "Ova Mi Dead Body" clocks in as being among the best that Stages Productions has produced to date.
Stay tuned for more information including ticket prices and much more!
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PEP Talk! pepisode #3 with Jacqueline Hall & Yasmin Anderson-Smith
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Thank you for taking the time to open, read and share this newsletter. We value your feedback and continued support. Do not hesitate to contact us at info@peppypromotions.com or visit our Web site at www.peppypromotions.com if you need more information. Sincerely,
The PEP Team.
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