Supporting black businesses has become a huge movement, as long as you put in the dedication and effort needed, it'll eventually get to where you would like for it to be. See the problem with us as people in general, we're lazy. We expect things to happen right then and there when real success takes... Continue Reading →
As humans, we have the toughest pride. We hate to hear the “truth”. This is what we may not necessarily agree with, but because it’s said, you start to believe it yourself. If you’re one who can take great constructive criticism, it goes well. If not, you’ll end up saying and doing things you’ll regret.... Continue Reading →
At your youngest is when a Father should be a daughter's first love, and some say a Mother should be a son's first love. Either way you look at it, you need both of your parents. Growing up children pay attention to a lot, who is there and who isn't, the times people are there,... Continue Reading →
Altariq Nelson is always doing what he can for his community whether it be with others or by himself. " It's the kids community and they need it now!" From getting a job, to selling cupcakes, he's willing to do whatever it takes. With the help of Tish Owens who helped bake the cakes, and... Continue Reading →
As I continue to watch the growth of this young man and his team, I am deeply impressed by the progression of who and what they've became. Altariq has done meetings with the mayor of Plainfield, got a job on his own, and started a donation fund not for him but for his team. It... Continue Reading →
The love, dedication, and ambition for JHBD (JoAnn Hollis Black Diamonds), if you ain't know has gone nuts. All it takes is a little recognition, and a little belief. I believe in Altariq Nelson just as well as the rest of Plainfield does, but Tish Owens is doing her thang. First Altariq gets a job,... Continue Reading →
Altariq Brown has fought so hard for the changes him and his community deserves. From meetings with the mayor, to protesting, to getting jobs to raise money for the team. See ya'll thought this was a one year thing, NOPE! These children want their community back and it is well deserved. I support 100 percent... Continue Reading →
You see Altariq Nelson is not all about himself. As I said he believes in the positivity for and of everyone. He's been stressing himself out with ways to not only get his team back and make it better, but for others to understand that we all share this world. Parents complain of how "fast"... Continue Reading →
Believing in something and standing for it is absolutely amazing. It's an amazing feeling, amazing experience due to the fact that you come in touch with others trying to do the same, and then from there, the bond is incredible. Bringing Back JHBD, Altariq Nelson don't care what it takes to do so,... Continue Reading →
Just cause you see them together, don't mean they lovin'. Mind your business. Today's generation would be a lot more better if people just minded their business. What is the need to come at someone over the type of clothing they wear? You don't know where they came from, you wasn't always rich was you?... Continue Reading →
It's a lot going on in Today's world, you hear and see it through expressions of pictures, videos, and music. Nobody ever understands why YOU act the way you do because they haven't walked in your shoes, it's just a comparison most of the time. When things get tough, you'd be surprised at who cares.... Continue Reading →
You know, everybody isn't the same. Every situation isn't the same. If you don't learn to appreciate the surroundings around you, you will find yourself at a stage in life you might not want to be in. Life gives twists and turns, people and opportunities and it's up to you to use them. How you... Continue Reading →
Ladies, don't you ever feel the need to just get cute for ya man one day? It's sad to say but just because you got him don't mean he might not look the other way. Self-esteem is important, ESPECIALLY in a relationship, and that self-esteem comes from YOU. I'm not saying you're ugly, we are... Continue Reading →
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