I rarely keep up with celebs. I don't follow too many, even on social media. I don't frequently read books written by celebs. I read the other stuff, you know written by writers lol. I don't pull inspiration from those who are constantly in the public eye. I don't really know why. I guess, I have always understood that there is very little difference between THEM and US. And the differences that do exists, the Kanye's and Kim's who single themselves out, often annoy boil down to ego. I think the real reason that I don't busy myself with celebs is because I am much more interested in the local celeb: the man/woman who may never get there 15 minutes but are endlessly dope. I get my inspiration from the Aunties and Uncles of the community.
But, today, all that changed. I watched an in-depth interview with La La Anthony and was not only surprised but was inspired. Yep, I said it. Me, the anti-hypist, was inspired by a Celeb, Basketball Wife, Mogul. Now, it's no secret that Anthony is pretty dope. Her long list of accomplishments have been pretty public for years. She has come so far and we've gotten a great seat for the action. But prior to today, I had never actually listened to Anthony speak about her success. (Yeah, I know she has a reality TV show. I don't watch it.) When I took the time to hear what was actually in La La's mind, she blew me away. So many celebs take on the air of "I'm just living my life." Even Anthony said it. But this woman, La La Anthony, has chosen to acknowledge and accept the responsibility of her celebrity. Because she is courageous enough to live for others, I'm going to go get her book; I'm gong to start watching her show; She will have a new follower on all social media. I'm doing all that, not because she dresses well, but because she thinks well too. It's so hard to find a successful woman, with a man, and a kid, and some sense! Really, its a struggle. But after watching 30 minutes of Anthony talk, I realized that her story is one that I need to know. The video literally speaks for itself. Check it out here!
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More About MkMk is 23 year old Chicagoan. She attended Howard University in Washington, D.C., studying English. Now back in Chicago, Mk has focused on writing her truths. Outside of ATS, she also writes on Youth Alert, a blog for young Christian believers. Mk is also a stylist at Akira Hyde Park. When she isn't working on the Mag, Youth Alert, or at Akira, Mk is with her family, she spends her time with a good book or cooking.
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