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Copyright 2009 Silke Endress Magazine P.O. Box 2802 Orlando, FL 32802 |
Magazine Creation by Cole & Associates |
Sophisticated Intentions |
In Stores Now! |
Tracy Reese Designer Spotlight: She became a mainstay in fashion, and strong design philosophy |
Soul Spa Inspirations |
Spiritual Corner Take time to nourish your soul, mind, and body with Words of wisdom and relaxation |
Honoring Our Veterans |
Admiral Mike Mullen Sworn in as the 17th Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff on October 1, 2007. |
Silke Endress Man of the Month |
Bishop McKissick Jr. Senior Pastor of Bethel Baptist Institutional Church, located in Jacksonville, Florida. |
My name is Venus Cummings, I am 38 years old. I moved to Orlando Florida from Puerto Rico in 1989. I have two beautiful daughters and a handsome son whom are my pride and joy. On August 2007 I separated from my husband after 6 years of marriage. Those were some hard and difficult 6 years (my husband is 18 years older than I am). My husband has always tried to control my life. He never accepted my eldest son from my previous marriage, it was a constant battle, and I could not stand it any longer. My husband did not approve of my family or friends and little by little, he isolated me. |
I decided to start college in 2005. That decision became another challenge, my husband did not approve of my studies, obstacles after obstacles, insults after insults about the major I chose to study. My husband would go on and on about the "wrong choice" I supposedly had made. On June 2007 I began working for McCoy Federal Credit Union as a bank teller. Working at the bank became yet another challenge, and more pressure from my husband he did not approve of my job. I continued attending college even though my husband refused for me to accomplish professional growth, my dreams, or any of my personal goals, which one of them was to complete my Bachelor on Criminal Justice. As all this was happening, I was planning to leave this relationship, which was putting me through unimaginable stress, nervous breakdowns and affecting the well-being of my children. One day, I grabbed my two daughters and left. |
"After going through biopsies, sonograms and mammograms, my worst fears were confirmed; the test results came back and revealed stage 1 cancer" |
On March 2008, while watching T.V. and self-examining my breast I noticed an unusual lump on my left breast. I knew right away that the lump was not normal, and I sought medical attention. I scheduled an appointment to see my primary care physician. I was alarmed and panicky; however, leaving matters in God hands I tried to stay positive and calm. While waiting for the test results to come back, I could not help but to be anxious and worried. After going through biopsies, sonograms and mammograms, my worst fears were confirmed; the test results came back and revealed stage-1 cancer. My whole world had come crushing down in front of my eyes and l was helpless to stop it. I was distraught, and could not help but question God, why me? Had I not been through enough? What had I done so bad to deserve this? I knew there was no one in our family with cancer, all the stress from putting up with my husband and the divorce must have cause or contributed to getting the disease. Once I put my self together, and came to my senses I realized that I needed to fight this disease. I had three children who are my life and needed me, which was plenty of reason to battle this disease. It took me three months to get the surgery. I was waiting for one of my sister to come from out of the country to help care for my children and me while I recovered from the surgery. To my surprise and after waiting three months my sister was not coming. By now, my cancer had worsened and was at Stage-2. |
Women In Politics |
Catherine Minnis, President NBMBA Catherine Minnis serves as the Director of Community Outreach for the South Florida Super Bowl Host Committee. |
Mayor Shirley Gibson Had a vision in 1996 of political self- determination, civic empowerment for her community. Ms. Gibson organized and successfully created the largest predominately African- American municipality in Florida. |
Dr. Teresa Hairston, Publisher Over two decades ago, a four page newsletter called the Gospel SCORE emerged on the scene with a focus on gospel music and the Urban community. |
CEO On The Cover |
Nan A. Markowitz, Director of Operations Super Bowl Host Committee Miami overseeing every aspect of the Pro Bowl and Super Bowl in Miami to millions of fans |
Helen Vella, Coach, Trainer Vella & Associates formed in the United Kingdom in 2000 uses techniques that help each individual overcome challenges, find their purpose, realize their potential, and reach their goals. |
Decor Le'Home |
Success by Design |
Women & Sports |
Lady CEOs On The Move |
Sophisticated Intentions |
Manolo Blahnik, Designer From Santa Cruz de La Palma, Canary Islands, is a Spanish born British fashion designer and founder of the self-named, high-end shoe brand. |
Healthy Living |
Discover Healthy Eating Habits Learning to cook is not only a terrific way to express creativity share ideas and spend time with family and friends, cooking is also an excellent way for children to explore. |
It's no secret that lighting can make or break the ambiance of a room. Metal halide is an improved lighting technology. |