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A COUPLE DAYS AGO, a 12 year old girl asked me if I had any siblings, she's an only child and was hanging out at the gas station where her mom works as an attendant. I told her "I have 5 sisters and 2 brothers." Her next question was, did you like it?" My response was, "I love it." She looked at her mom encouragingly, "See?" Of course, I was flooded with so many great memories that couldn't have possibly been the same without the presence of my siblings to share them with- my best and closest friends and kindred spirits. I'm lucky enough to have sisters like @mheitz and @tmpatterson127 who surprised me for my birthday and my inaugural "Voices Aloud 2013" fundraiser in Seattle few years back. It's so easy to take these moments for granted and to overlook the bonds we have with our family members. I just wanted to take a moment to acknowledge these two who live in Portland, OR and let them know how special they are to me and how much I love and miss them! ❤️ #ThankYou #MissYou #LoveYou

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GOOD MORNING, IT's TIME TO WAKE UP. @rionee Thanks for sharing Angel.

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"YES- I'm home, come by. Just take a right on Main and you'll see it." 👑

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STUDIO SESSIONS: "I'm (loving) that alright, can I hear it again?" #MadScientistsInTheLab #Long Hours #GottaLayItDownSometimes #AlbumInTheOven

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DEFINITELY SOMETHING AFOOT!

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The Kings in my life, they mourn for you tonight, This as well, confirms the reach of of your light. You never quit, never cowered, never let em see you cry, Beautiful mind, bright smile, baby browns... bye- Your legend we'll hold to, your photos we'll cherish, Pray for you in synagogue, shrine, mosque, and parish. The world feels a little more lonely,

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On Friday the 3rd of June, 2016- Our era bid farewell to the bravest champion we've ever seen... THE GREATEST (1942 - FOREVER) Maybe this was your plan all along, Ignite a flame so bright, the world goes cold when you're gone? Call us selfish for feeling this way, Weaker; half the man they called Cassius Clay. Consoled them, I told them, "I'm Happy," so happy for your soul, Parkinson's plagued you, now you're free to let go. Unbound by worldly suffrage and pain, A life lived so fully, what more could one man stand to gain? But you were more than a man, weren't you King? You stood your ground; "paid your rent", spoke your mind, served your purpose. Homes, cars, travel, trophies and the children you bore with them, Queens. A father inspired a daughter, butterfly-like footsteps in the ring, Your glory in her beauty, your strength in her sting. Within the ropes she dripped your sweat, your fighting words in her ears, But tonight she drops memories of you in her tears. Incredible, handsome black King, you helped shaped this planet. Have you any idea what you meant to its inhabitants? A father-figure to those without one, someone many men aspired to be, Even admired the world over by fatherless daughters like me, "Ali bumaye!" Up late, little boys re-read your biography; Reborn you are Muhammad Ali. Muhammad Ali. Your poster on their walls, unyielding fire in your eyes, K.O. We know from all the stories-- true legends never die. So in the gym they push harder, one more push-up, one more drill, If you hadn't been plagued, you'd be out there, out runnin 'em all still. For refusing to kill-- evil men tried to take your crown, Wanted to watch you break down, even revoked your stamp. You kept pounding away at that heavy bag, heavy-hearted, came back a Champ. The Kings in my life, they mourn for you tonight, This as well, confirms the reach of of your light. You never quit, never cowered, never let em see you cry, Beautiful mind, bright smile, baby browns... bye-bye. Thank you so much for everything you leave behind. Your legend we'll hold to, your photos we'll cherish, Pray for you in synagogue, shrine, mosque, and parish. The world feels a little more lonely,

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B E R N I E S A N D E R S

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THE GREATEST Muhammad Ali 1942-FOREVER

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"Beautiful Luzon Woman, portrait of a very beautiful woman from the Indian "rich class," of Chinese-Filipino descent by Dutch photographer Francisco van Camp. Exotic Beauty circa 1875 -- this unknown young woman was photographed in the Philippines. The photograph’s inscription describes her as "Mestiza Sangley-Filipina." Fresh-faced and all-natural with her hair flowing wildly, this black and white portrait is worlds away from the Victorian photography we normally see. What a beauty."

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BUILDING A MASTERPIECE: Seeing this picture pop up this morning on my FB Memories was a shock 'cause it's hard to believe a year's past since Michael Teehee snapped this photo of our team in Los Angeles, California. This was the first time Shyan Selah @shyanselah Candice Richardson and myself to Alonzo R. Robinson (industry legend) at Jerry's Famous Deli. In the last year, our company has experienced so much growth and been privy to amazing opportunity; fortifying relationships in the community, music, television, film, finance and tech worlds. I've learned so much from Shyan in my six-year tenure with BNW Global, but in the last twelve months, I've seen the greatest lesson pronounce itself; building a great company is like creating a masterpiece puzzle-- it takes time, and the big picture won't make sense unless all the pieces fit just right. Take your time. All corporations are, are large bodies of individuals making collective decisions-- and each individual is paramount in developing the big picture so the right synergy has to be there. In our organization, the integrity of the people involved in the development of our projects is more important than the skills they possess, skills can be taught. Passion for humanity you either got-- or you do not. We build projects/products with "forever shelf-lives" that have the ability to affect a consumer's energy and emotions. Once we release a song or a film, it's for the world forever-- so patience is a virtue when it comes to building a team. I signed my first industry deal over a decade ago at 18 years old and have since been a part of many deals, teams, and companies. I have never been a part of another organization that was a better fit for me than Brave New World Global, this time; these people. Thus, I've never been more excited to create and disseminate entertainment products. I say all this to say, I hope all of you find a company that's more like a home, a team that's more like family, and work that's more like play. If the fit isn't right- don't force it. If you're not enjoying yourself- why waste your time? Carpe Diem! #MonicaCrystalInc #BraveNewWorldGlobalEntertainment #BeBrave

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REAL TALK BEYOND FOSTER CARE: (I) was blessed today to sit with such an inspiring group of former foster kids who are now young adults dedicated to building programs and reforming current regulations as they pertain to young folks just like them. Our new program will be introduced during Journey House's Graduation Celebration July 9, 2016! #RealTalkBeyondFosterCare With- Jesse Aguiar, Gabby Hendriksen, Carmen Noyola "We were so blessed by our time with Monica-Crystal today, and can't wait to share the new and exciting things happening with Beyond Foster Care! Stay tuned." #fosteryouthawareness #advocate #TAY #socialwork #formerfosteryouth #fosteryouth #beyondfostercare #nonprofit #community

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MAGNIFICENT MAN MONDAY: Bernie Sanders in Santa Monica, California today! Come out and support him! "Even Santa Monica local Arnold Schwarzenegger, the former governor who lives north of the city and owns property just south of it, is the most liberal Republican ever. Sanders, with his tirades against big-money political action committees, the college-loan debacle and the plight of wealth inequality, will fit right in. In fact, the Vermont senator's Southern California rallies have turned into rock shows without the music. There's mad adoration for him here in Los Angeles. We predict much of the same today. "Sanders will discuss a wide range of issues, including getting big money out of politics, his plan to make public colleges and universities tuition-free, combating climate change and ensuring universal health care," his campaign said in a statement." http://www.laweekly.com/news/bernie-comes-to-the-peoples-republic-of-santa-monica-6955388

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SALSA DANCING LAST NIGHT: Was an exceptional evening at Granada in Pasadena, CA. It's been a few years since I've been salsa dancing (last time was at Century Ballroom in Seattle). If you've ever gone you know how awkward it can be at times to show up to a new place and look for a suitable partner who'll not only help you step your game up but also-- not step on your feet or run you into other paired dancers in all the commotion. I had such an amazing time as I had the opportunity to practice not only my salsa skills but my merengue and cha-cha techniques as well-- best part was, the person who was just standing there that I chose, also just so happened to be a professional instructor who gave me lessons the entire evening! I think I got 100% better last night! Can't wait to go back. 💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃

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I'M FEELIN IT!!! "Sanders, after racing Clinton right up to the finish line in the Bluegrass State, easily won the Oregon primary, and declared at a raucous rally in California that despite pressure from the Clinton campaign to abandon his quest for the nomination, he would stay in the race "until the last ballot is cast." #IKnowThatsRight #LetsGetThisWorkBernie #WeGotYouInCali http://mobile.nytimes.com/2016/05/18/us/politics/bernie-sanders-oregon-results.html?referer=

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A BEAUTIFUL DAY ON THE GREEN FOR AN AMAZING CAUSE: It's been some weeks since I had the opportunity to attend the Silverman Memorial Foundation's annual Golf Classic in Tarzana, California to raise funds for beneficiaries who provide counseling services and other support for suicidal youth and young adults. It was wonderful to see such committed people come together to support this mission and to meet @robbykrieger, @davidarquette, and @breckinmeyer who were all so down to earth and present in the purpose of this event. We, at The Gifted Stars of Venus Fund extend a special thanks to @damalife for the invite. Depression and suicidal thoughts and behaviors are unfortunately a common topic when working with foster/former foster children. With the aid of organizations like the MSMF we can begin to decrease the 1 Million+ attempts that happen each year among young men and women ages 15-24. For Local Resources in Suicide Prevention: http://www.mattsfoundation.org/resources-for-suicide-preve…/