Dora-June 13, 2009

The girls getting their pose on.
Waiting for the show to start back up.

Jocalyn and I.

Many of you know that I keep my little cousins on the regular. Jocalyn is my girl. She is bad as can be, but I continue to spoil her rotten. She loves Dora the Explorer, therefore, I bought us some tickets for the show. True to herself, she didn't want anyone to go except for us. I had invited other family member to bring their kids along and she was not happy. She finally warmed up to the idea as long as her brother and sister didn't go with us. She got her wish. She watched the show in amazement and cried her eyes when the show was over. She throw her bag of $2.00 skittles and balled. I tried to comfort her by telling her that she could watch it when we got home. It did no good. So I had to threaten to spank her. That did the trick. Days after the show she kept telling me thanks for taking her to see Dora and Boots. That's what it's all about. Creating Memories.

Debutant Ball

Our combined families showing support.

My daughter had her Cotillion on Saturday, June 20, 2009. I knew that she wouldn't win Miss Essence, because it was based on who raised the most funds. We spent our efforts raising money for her to attend Washington University this summer. God blessed us tremendously. Friends and family really came through BIG! However, she looked and she had a wonderful time eventhough she didn't win. She is still my Miss Essence. She has so many wonderful qualities that I am always amazed. She is my still my little princess.

A'Kya doing her bows!

My cousin Al was the Toast Master and Mrs. Caffey was the Toast Misstress. I am so proud of him. He has accomplished so many things and has turned out to be a great dad and humanitarian. He gives so much back to our community.

Me and my baby girl!

The Cotillion was fun. I love any chance to get dressed up. I was thankful for my family and friends that came out to show their love and support.

A'Kya doing her bow!