The "love"film in Brooklyn & Shot with Fendi,Dior,Versace,Ferrera dresses with photographer Berik

This week I've been in Brooklyn twice for business and pleasure. I say pleasure because I just added a lot of new experiences to my library called, "Life". The last time I was in Brooklyn prior to this week was for a magazine a few years ago. I had the role of interviewing potential models and talent to be featured.

I was selected to take on a project with a well known artist, Dennis Bellone. He had two concepts for this project. The first concept was to recreate Warhol's famous "screen shots" in hopes to pay homage to Andy Warhol.The second part of the project dealt with a documentary filming about love. I know that last time I wrote about how I started a love filled week, after attending a discussion group last Sunday.( To view that entry please click:here )

Below Photos:I was transferring to the G train ....

The Gem Project News:

Amanda A. Ebokosia Founder & C.E.O New Staff Alert: The Gem Project is shifting gears! We are extending our arm out across the nation in an effort to reach a broader group of people in need of our services. We are expanding our team of dedicated individuals to help us accomplish and complete our goals. The Gem Project NEEDS you! We encourage all persons to apply who want to volunteer their services to join us as a staff, member, or our board team. It is your time to make a difference.

Personal News:(Excerpt from Daily Journal)
Love is an itch.period--

Sometimes I feel that the only thing that makes sense is art. Growing up I was shy and soft spoken but always remained active in my community. I only started breaking out of my shell or "comfort zone" toward the end of high school. I owe it to art for that. Art is love. Art is poetry.. or is it? Lately, I have been having conversations about what love actually is. I never thought some would actually say that it was an illusion. I'm going to press rewind and take you through my all about love week.

Let me start by saying,"I am really "feeling" myself-- wait that's not right. I am really in love with myself--ok that is better". -Smiles- you will get this later. Last Sunday, I went on a model go-see with a friend to see if I can be the new face for this line of beauty products that are coming out. I love life and ....

The Gem Project News:

Amanda A. Ebokosia Founder & C.E.O New Staff Alert: The Gem Project is shifting gears! We are extending our arm out across the nation in an effort to reach a broader group of people in need of our services. We are expanding our team of dedicated individuals to help us accomplish and complete our goals. The Gem Project NEEDS you! We encourage all persons to apply who want to volunteer their services to join us as a staff, member, or our board team. It is your time to make a difference.

I have been frequenting New York a lot these past few days on business. Recently, I went to the city with a friend to find what you see in the above photo. There were two dogs tied down to a poll, in the middle were cat and a guinea pig sitting upon a box. The owner pleasantly looked on as he watched people come by to place donations in a pail he placed between them. I understand pets are expensive and we are in midst of a recession.

However, it was the events that came after that made me raise my eyebrow.

One of the dogs, the one on the right in the above photo, escaped and then proceeded to run across the streets of NY. Everyone stopped in their tracks. The dog was not listening to the owner and did not want to be placed back on the poll. It took a lot of effort for the owner to get his dog back in position.

He then said, " You see this one, I am going to get rid of it, it causes me too much trouble".

-SMH.

Signed,

Signed, Amanda A. Ebokosia

Personal News:(Excerpt from Daily Journal)
Talk is cheap if you can't walk the walk--the production has started with Stancil

Live your best life your way and forget about what others think-success is only hindered when you follow other dreams that are not your own.

The above photo was taken on one of the my many early morning runs outside. I am so happy to wake up to that beautiful sky every morning. I almost forgot how running makes me feel. I get the most pleasant feelings from running. It is the one moment where my mind is completely at rest and at one with nature. I excel-inhale-smile and repeat ( More about my fitness cycle please continue: {Click here to _Divatude}). This has been the busiest 36 hrs of life I had in a while.I am studying for my MCATS and taking part in two productions of film--so exciting. This past Saturday the filming for Model Walk started. The show will air this October on ....

The Gem Project News:

Amanda A. Ebokosia Founder & C.E.O New Staff Alert: The Gem Project is shifting gears! We are extending our arm out across the nation in an effort to reach a broader group of people in need of our services. We are expanding our team of dedicated individuals to help us accomplish and complete our goals. The Gem Project NEEDS you! We encourage all persons to apply who want to volunteer their services to join us as a staff, member, or our board team. It is your time to make a difference.

The first day of Spring could not have arrived sooner! I woke up in a fright when I first saw that it was snowing this morning.Luckily, just as quickly as the snow fell it left and since melted away.The aside flower photo on the left was taken with my phone. I took it a few days ago when I was on my morning run.I am so glad that I can wave my palm to winter, like some horrible ending to a movie that just seemed to drag and mislead all who watched. I proudly hold my cup of fine pure Spring water and say,"CHEERS TO NEW BEGINNINGS". Spring is my favorite season.. It's not too hot nor is it too cold. I can't wait until it does get warmer so I can dust off all my pretty spring/summer dresses.

A few days ago I got too happy when I felt a slight touch of sun. Yes, I was that lady who you walked passed, and may have muttered under your breath, "What is she thinking?". I came out in my denim shorts and leather cowboy boots as if I lived in California and not chilly Jersey in the middle of Winter.

I have been quiet about The Gem Project because it is going through an expansion period and I am trying to run it differently. Several of the events this term has been halted in an effort to have a smooth transition.I have realized that in order to build a strong infrastructure with an organization-you must iron all wrinkles. In due time I plan on expanding and having a new staff aboard to help execute our goals effectively. I also need to observe the tactics I use as a leader and face my flaws. I have a few flaws I am trying to battle. I see The Gem Project thriving and becoming something beautiful and well needed in our community today.

I am also amending my BY LAWS of the way my organization is governed- and taking the proper avenues in becoming a better leader.
I am flawed. I admit that but I have passion and that is what has driven many of my thoughts into action.

Let the games begin. I am suited and ready for great results this year.