Teila Tankersley - Pearl of Christmas 2013

Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a man searching for pearls.  When he discovers the prized pearl, sells everything he owns and gives all of himself to acquire the prized pearl.  ~Jesus, Matthew 13 vss 45 – 46 (paraphrased)

Today’s Pearl of Christmas is an Angel of the Rockies living a life of love and service to the Creator, her family, and others; local and global.  This serious, funny, and sometimes seriously funny woman, wife, mother, and grandmother has a heart for reaching out to hurting people with the comfort of her person.  Her name is Teila Tankersley.

Teila is a freelance writer for the Yahoo Contributor Network highlighting people, topics and stories that are upbeat and sometimes even controversial. She also write for Full of Knowledge.

This mother of six is also a consultant with her daughter of Godiva Secret Wigs.  She notes their work is not to simple sell discounted wigs but provide to introduce to the fun a wig brings.  Learn more about this exciting and inspiring Pearl of Christmas.  Read her work. Follow Teila on Facebook.  See her Christmas Video.

Jovy Noriega - Pearl of Christmas 2013

Today’s Pearl is a medical professional, mom of three beautiful daughters, and a world traveler living in Chandler, Arizona. Spiritually and politically engaging with full burn Latin intensity, she enjoys clarity of perspective.  Neither the Pope nor the President is off limits.  Meet Pearl of Christmas 2013 from Lima, Peru, Jovy Noriega.

I met Jovy some years ago when she was with her daughters in a library.  We occasioned to speak to each other in our comings and goings.  Our families became friends.  The Starbucks across the street from the library became an incidental place to meet.

I have enjoyed the pleasure to visit Jovy and her daughters; Zoya, Milla, and Rosie in their very warm and beautiful home.  Learn more about the Pearl from Peru.  Follow Jovy on Facebook.  See her pearl video.   

Beth Martin - Pearl of Christmas 2013

A pearl is only appreciated after leaving the oyster behind. ~Magi Aata

Today’s Pearl is the consummate woman of high-energy love and productivity.  She is woman, wife, and mother, entrepreneur, verstehen psychologist and therapist.  She knows people; what prompts their  perceptions, motivations and behavior.  Like Jack Canfield, the so whats of life do not move her.  This pearl knows the experience of people in her life who helped her see beyond the moments of emotional and physical pain that hinder the development of many.  Excuses do not move her, solutions do. Meet Pearl of Christmas 2013, Beth Martin.

Beth is a media marketer of her own creations in photography, video, and print. Owner of Miz Behavin Productions, she has developed Miz B Havin' Models into an elite modeling team specializing in print, live appearance, and hosting. Her team can be booked individually or as a team to take marketing, portfolio, and events to the next level!

Beth pours out of her passion from an overflowing cup.  Flame On!

Visit Miz B’s World, Miz B Havin Models, Studio Capture, and follow Beth (Miz B) on Facebook. 

Lonee Taylor - Pearl of Christmas 2013

  

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"This pearl has become my soul...If I give it up, I shall love my soul."

John Steinbeck, the Pearl, Chapter 5

Today’s Pearl is Lonee Taylor, exceptional soul.  Lonee is an author, blogger, talk show host, workshop facilitator, inspirational speaker, and mom.  

Exceptionally talented, Lonee’s seminal work addressed the consequences of HIV and AIDS as crime on the relationships of family, work, and spiritual life.  The Domino Series: Sherry Tate, a must read for all maturing teens and adults saves lives.

Lonee and I became friends when she lived in Phoenix.  I was a guest on her talk show.  She joined the Hummingbird Pictures team on location for Coming of the Red Rain.  We are both Aries and can stop working on ways to make life a better experience for all we can reach.

Her latest work is "What's the Best That Can Happen?" In it, Lonee has brilliantly bridged the gap bringing spirituality to the masses through plain language and easy to understand concepts. She introduces the joy of purpose by conquering by internal world and the ability to engage the external. Lonee Taylor is an exceptional soul.

Follow Lonee on Facebook, Lonee Lifestyle, Synergy Soul, and Lonee Taylor Online.

Sarah Charles Lum - Pearl of Christmas from Trinidad and Tobago

  

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Today’s Pearl, Sarah Charles Lum lives on the island paradise of Trinidad.  She dreams photography, runway images, and stays home to watch America’s Next Top Model. She is a married mom of four beautiful children, three princesses and a prince; Mai ling 9, Sue ling 7, Kim ling 6, and Ling 2 to be strong spiritually, respectful, and independent.  Sarah loves being a mom.

A big evening for Sarah is relaxing in the bathtub with soothing music, scented candles day dreaming of fashion shows and photography. She does not understand racism and cannot imagine how people make such a difference over color.

The image of ocean best represents Sarah perception of life.  Water and wind are sometimes calm.  Sometime, they are rough.  An attitude of loving and forgiveness helps to stay centered whatever the conditions.

Sarah’s message to the world is, "It is time to create a better place for future generations by putting God first, teaching people how to love, respect and value life.” Follow these links to learn more about Sarah; Facebook and October Lady in the Spotlight

Altoria Houney - Pearl of Christ 2013

  

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The rarest things in the world, next to a spirit of discernment, are diamonds and pearls. ~Jean de la Bruyere

Pearl of Christmas 2013 Altoria Houney is a gifted minister of the gospel with praise overflowing from her heart with gifted voice.  Mother and grandmother, she has followed the path and footprints of her elders serving the church.

Altoria is a lifelong learner committed to the idea that education improves opportunity for successful living.  Her talented children following her model example now also walk the path to serve Christ and his church.  She is the First Elder of the House of Prayer Christian Center.  Her son Keenan is pastor.  Her son in law Derrick is worship leader.  Her daughter Tezhina is leader of praise.

Sophisticated and intellectual, Altoria’s exceptional diction and compelling enunciation prompt moments of listener joy.  Provoking conversationalist of psychological depth, she challenges the thoughts of traditional thinkers beyond their limits.

An east coast girl savoring the pace of the desert southwest and her own spiritual grounding, she lives with a spirit of worship and thanksgiving for the presence of God alive in her life and the life of her family. Altoria is a personal confidante and friend.  Learn more.  Find Altoria on Facebook.  Hear her preach.

Lisa Mason - Pearl of Christmas 2013

  

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Creation is a continuing event of unfolding beauty. Without sand and the mollusk, there is no pearl. ~Magi Aata

Today’s Pearl of Christmas is Lisa Mason, entrepreneur woman, wife, mother and my social media mentor.  Lisa is a social media expert providing consultation and services as Social Media Satisfied.  I met Lisa when she was writing for the Yahoo Contributor Network’s predecessor, Associated Content.

Lisa has been a Shorty Award nominee.  The Shorty Awards are a worldwide effort to engage hundreds of thousands of Twitter users to identify the best people and organizations on social media, culminating in a blockbuster ceremony on New York City.

Lisa observes herself as a content media pro who loves video games, sports, fitness, community building and all things social media.  Reward yourself and your online presence with Lisa at Writer Lisa Mason.  Follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Social Media Satisfied.

Lisa inspired work I have scheduled for release March 27, 2014, The Chronicles of Ossana Mil.  This talented and giving one pours out the bounty of her gifts to inspire her family and as many others as she can help achieve their goals.  Lisa is a pearl.

Sapphira Oddo - Pearl of Christmas

  

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Wounded oysters invaded by terrorist grains of sand squatters overwhelm them by turning them into expressions of breathtaking fine art. ~Magi Aata

Today’s Pearl, Sapphira Oddo is family and friend living in Fort Collins, Colorado and attending Colorado State University.  Friends with my daughter, Micha; Sapphira adopted me as her father. See her video on YouTube.

This single mom of two sons and full time student pursuing a writing career descends from ancestors indigenous to what became the American Southwest.  Before the coming of Europeans to North America, the Navajo lived in what became Northern Arizona.  Sapphira speaks of her development as living out the tension of a learned sense of self and her inherited sense of self.

Her relationship with her elders grounded her in the culture and history of her ancestors while engaging culture beyond her family.  She is honored she descends from a matriarchal culture with a creation narrative about the first woman.  This inspiration for her life teaches her strong women last.  Learn more about my awesome daughter who has a soul from the spirit of the 1960's and today's pearl on Facebook.

Joylynn M. Ross - Pearl of Christmas 2013

  

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Not all pearls come from the salt waters off gulf coasts. ~Magi Aata

I met today’s Pearl at a late 90’s Juneteenth Festival, Franklin Park in Columbus, Ohio.  Joylynn was making herself and her work known amongst the sounds of celebration and the aromas of outdoor grilled foods.  The revelation of her soul beauty, creativity and engaging intellect prompted me stop to meet her and listen to her heart talk. 

Her available works at the time included, “Please Tell Me If the Grass is Greener” and “World on My Shoulders”.  Later a blessedselling author, her further titles include, “Been There Prayed That”, “the Root of All Evil”, “When Souls Mate”, “If I Ruled the World”, “She Who Finds a Husband”, and “Trying to Stay Saved”.

Joylynn would be the lead presenter for the Columbus Black Writers Conference teaching participants and attendees the details of self – publishing.  Her direction led to my work, now in the Library of Congress, “The Monday Morning Word 2000”.

Joylynn is the founder and promoter of the holiday, “Be Who You Want Your Kids to Be Day.”  She says if she could encourage authors to do one thing; it would be to begin generating a fan base once the first chapter is completed.  Serve appetizers by email, text, tweet, and Facebook excerpts, quotes and lines.  This is priceless.

Joylynn is a successful Pearl who takes being Christian woman, wife, mother and author seriously.  Learn more about Joylynn at these links Enjoywrites, Joylynn Jossel, Joylynn Jossel Blog, and folow her on Facebook.

Liana Mullinax - Pearl of Christmas 2013

  

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Real friendship, like real poetry, is extremely rare – and precious as a pearl. ~Tahar Ben Jelloun

From the sandy salt waters of the gulfs around Planet Earth, oysters obedient to their design create from within themselves precious gifts of love and beauty.  They create pearls. 

Today’s pearl is Liana Mullinax (See Video).  She is a polyglot from Moscow, Russia.  She speaks Russian, Armenian, and English.  She makes home in Glendale, California.  Educated in a teacher’s college in Armenia, Liana studied at the Armenian State Pedagogical University.  Armenia was the first nation state in the world to adopt Christianity as its national religion.  Liana is Christian.

Liana and I talked on the phone some time ago confirmed my observation of her nature as humble loving woman.  The tone and tempo of her voice was calming to hear.  I am thankful to know her as friend.

Liana loves nature, the adventure of travel and experiencing new places and new people. Professionally, Liana coordinates patient care and billing for the Uro Plus Medical Center in Burbank, California.   Learn more about Liana on Facebook. 

Denise Lewis - Pearl of Christmas 2013

                 

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Six of the twelve Pearls of Christmas, I know personally.  Six of Twelve Pearls, I have been privileged to   meet on the Internet.  All of us connect on the Internet.  

Today’s Pearl, I have the privilege to know in person.  October 1995, I was an adjunct professor teaching Values and Attitudes at Columbus State Community College in Columbus, Ohio.  Denise Lewis was a bright light in my class.  She really did not need a teacher.  She was prepared to do what I was doing when I arrived.  She managed my class for me while I was away to participate in the Million Man March.

Over the years, we have consulted on activities in ministry of best practices for addiction recovery, confidentiality, and spiritual principles for living.  18 years later, Denise is woman, wife, mother and a Ph.d. teaching where I earned my Master of Divinity at the Methodist Theological School in Ohio.  A world traveler and recent speaker for an international conference in Italy, Denise is a Pearl of the 12 Pearls of Christmas 2013.  Be a blessing to yourself; follow Denise and her exciting work on Facebook and Twitter. 

Rosanna Tavares - Pearl of Brazil

   

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Feliz Natal Pérola do Brasil Rosanna Tavares

 

"He who would search for pearls must move away from the shallow water's edge and dive in the deep," John Dryden paraphrased.  Pearls are precious jewels produced inside the mollusk shell when sand enters the living mollusk.  The sand irritates the inner lining of the Mollusk tissues.  It secretes a fluid around the sand to protect itself and as the fluid builds up around the sand and hardens, so does the beauty of the pearl.

Ancient story tells of a man who discovered a precious pearl and desired it so much, he sold all his possessions to purchase it.  That behavior has all the earmarks of love.  The best amongst humans will give all they are and all they possess for love like the man who gave his all for one pearl.  Love and Pearls are rare, beautiful, and precious.

Oscar Crawford Media and the Lady in the Spotlight bring you the 12 Pearls of Christmas 2013.  Rosanna Tavares, Pearl of Brazil is Pearl Number One is a journalist and radio talk show host. She works at Radio Parreao FM 92.1, Costa do Mar Hotel and NSBT.  She is happening and happiest when on the beach with family and friends.  Rosanna is that woman walking on the beach that causes people to stumble into each other, fall down laughing at themselves while never taking their eyes off her stroll.  Rosanna's first Lady in the Spotlight Appearance was Where Woman Meets Beauty on YouTube.   

Follow Rosanna on Facebook.  Subscribe to her YouTube Channel.  Anybody want to go to Brazil for Christmas.  Feliz Natal Perola do Brazill Rosanna Tavares.

Pearl Number Two is Coming.