Look in the Mirror, Breathe, Relax, and say... "Melanie Jones, can Make Me Over"

Courtney Porter is one of the Owners of Target Martial Arts & Fitness, LLC. She is a Zumba Instructor and teaches Zumba Fitness while working on her Master's Degree in Social Work. She plans on opening her own School of Higher Education within the next coming years and plans to make a difference in her community by inspiring and educating those in need. She has over 10 years of experience in Early Childhood Development and plans to start a movement to change society while fulfilling her dreams. She loves to travel, dance and laugh. Courtney is very fun and interesting to be around because of her warm smile and spirit. Her favortie quotes are:

"Never Make Someone Priority In Your Life Who Only Makes You An Option In Theirs"

"Matthew 6:33- Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added unto you"

Her Outfit was Styled by Melanie Jones (Courtney's Fashion Designer) of Make Me Over is a Fashion and Wardrobe Consulting Firm.

Make Me Over Fashion specializes in professional attire, casual wear,weddings, formal attire, and individual wardrobe makeover. Melanie Jones provids you with the means to make you over no matter what your situation is or was. Her make-over services will transform your style and image from head to toe.

 Make Me Over will help you decide "What Not to Wear " teaching you what works for your body type, weight placement, help you organize your closet and create new outfits.

Look in the Mirror, Breathe, Relax, and say... "Melanie Jones, can Make Me Over"

The Best Birthday Ever!

~The older you get the less important birthdays become! I remember all of the exciting birthdays I've had. I remember the surpise parties and how people used to smash cakes in my face! I've had some good birthdays in my day but the older I got, the more they started turning into cold cheeseburgers!

Even though my recent birthdays started free falling from chairs, this year was the Best Birthday Ever! I love being married to my wife! I love marriage! She as tried so many times to make my birthdays special. Even though she failed numerous of times, she finally reached success with my 29th birthday!

Courtney was able to put together my favorite foods along with my favorite style and my best childhood dessert of all times! I remember walking in the house and she was standing there ready to take my order! I didn't know what was in the kitchen but she was perfect! On that day, I looked her in the eyes and said, "This is the Best Birthday Ever!"

The reason why it was the best was because Courtney had a motive! She had a desire to make sure she would own the title of the Best Birthday Ever! She messed up plenty of times. She failed over and over again! But She didn't give up! She kept pushing! She kept doing her research! She pushed through the tough times. She told herself she could do it and she will do it! She had Faith! She started acting like it was going to be the best and it was.

If you ever want to succeed in life, you have to fail! When you fail over and over again, you somehow assume responsibility for your failures and learn from them. Don't give up! Tell yourself you can do it! No matter what, Push through and make it "The Best Birthday Ever!"~

                               ~Marcus Porter~

 

Questions that will BLOW YOUR MIND

And you say there is no such thing as a God! I want to ask you some questions that will get you thinking! After you ask yourself these questions you will get so excited to where you just may throw something! Just be careful and don't harm anyone around you! Just throw some cotton or something! So here we go!

Look at this sunset! Why is the sun called the sun? Why is Jesus called the son! But yet again, why are they both called the bright light? Why is it that if you look into the sun for so long you will go blind? Why is it the same with Jesus's light? Who is God? Okay, if God created Angles & Jesus and Jesus created every living thing on all the earths, then who created God? Where did God come from? What in the world has God been doing before he even Created Angles?

Before all the worlds and universes were created what was He doing? What else did God Create that we don't know about? Could God have some Secrets that will be good surprises to us? When can We see God? Can we chill with Him? Do you want to see Him play Piano? Maybe Golf? Or just see Him swim? Do you wonder how well he can Cook? Is His ways similar to ours? We Love, so does He? Does He Love Me? Why did Jesus Die for us instead of just staying in Heaven? What pushes Him to love us so much even though we don't care about Him?

Is there a Heaven? Will the Streets be Gold? Is God Building mansions for us right now? Do you mean to tell me we will be able to Fly? Are you Serious? So Wait! You mean to tell me we will be LIVING FORVER? So we will never die? People die all the time so We WILL NEVER DIE? We will live for Eternity? Is this a Joke? Okay, since it's not a joke Why do we act like this isn't Real? Why is it that people don't believe?

Why do we act like we don't care about our life beyond this life? Why are we so separated in Religion? Why are their so many viewpoints? Is there one God? Why do we take the chance in being evil versus being good? Do you believe in God? Do you believe in Heaven? Will you be going to Heaven? Who do you want to be there? Will you get as many people as you can to go? Do you wanna Go? Do I? Shoot! I Do...


Marcus Porter

Hot Wings

Let us Spice things up today! I want to share my favorite food in the whole wide world! "Hot Wings!" I don't know if it's just me or a man thing but I love me some "Hot Wings!" When I'm stressed or having a bad day, I know this will do the trick! I spent years trying to make my own sauce for my wings because I was inspired by a great guy called BROTHER BYRD! He sure could cook some wings! I've been trying to catch up to him every since!

Some people ask for me to give out my recipe but not until I perfect it, or maybe never! (Smile) I've worked in restaurants where I've learned some valuable tricks in cooking wings so I'm growing everyday in the kitchen! I am not a cook by all means besides cooking Hot Pockets, in which I am a beast, I can't do too much of anything else! I try to cook a dish every blue moon but I really likes to leave that up to the wife!

My favorite wings to cook are hot wings, lemon pepper hot, Jamaican jerk hot, and honey BBQ! If you ever want to show your gratitude to me and you see me in public just throw a hot wing at me and I will be grateful because I LOVE "HOT WINGS !" Well, don't through a real one cuz I would just hold my hands up in the are like, "REALLY!"

Marcus Porter

What is Your Motive?

This is my Niece, Payton Aubrey Jackson weighted in at 7lbs. 11oz.

~No matter how tough you are or what part of town your from, this picture will soften your heart and make you smile! She is precious and beautiful. It's amazing that we all start as a child, amazingly created to where evoulution can't explain the how's, when's, why's, and if's. We has humans have the ability to create something beautiful and divine. Me and my wife go back and forth about having kids but change our ideas based of what others say! Some say don't have any because your life will end and you will be depressed and miserable the rest of your life. Some say, have them early so you can enjoy the later parts of your life. Some of my church friends state that we should enjoy our lives and have them late because Jesus may come before we try to have one.

Their is a small percentage of people who states they enjoy having kids and it's the best thing ever! Their are a few children that you see and wish they were your child! On the other hand, their are others who look and act crazy to where you don't want to think of creating one. Even though me and my wife have been married almost 3 years, we say that we wanted to wait at least 5 years so we can get education out of the way and jump started into our careers.

This is one of MY MOTIVES in fulfilling my dreams. I am what I am, and I do what I do because I want my kids to know that dreams come true! I want to Draw their desire from within and be the example of success! I don't want to tell my children someday that I wish I could or should have! I want to look them in the eyes and let them know that their "Old Man" is following his dreams and living them in the present. And when they look at me and say, "Why!" or "What pushed me!" I can look them back in the eyes and say, "You did!"

In order to be successful, you need motives in your life to push you! If you have no motives their will be nothing in your life but darkness on horrible days. You need to find out your motives which are your whys! Why do you want to be successful? Are you doing it to be selfish or are you trying to help someone in need! We all were created to serve and we need to tap into our motives so we can help others in need. I say this because a lot of things we REALLY want to do invovles helping someone. We ALL want to help people no matter how good or bad you may be. It's funny, because we get that from the creator! Find out what your Motive is so you can reach your full potential! This way in the later part of life, you won't have to ponder on the "I should have done" or "I could have done!"~


                                                                   ~Marcus Porter~

 

Color Wheels of Life

~I am in love with the colors of God's beauty! My inner soul enjoys the silence and calmness of nature that relieves the mind from distractions. I can hear nothing but silent wind blowing and still waters of joy creating peace within its reach. I imagine walking along the sidewalk amazed in the color wheels of life as if I stepped in God's photo album and took a look around. Looking back at Him smiling while He signals for me to explore His new art exhibit.

This lovely pictures stimulates our abilities in a spiritual way, notifying our brains that their is more to life than what society feeds us. You may not admit it, but we all have a desire for something greater. We are designed for heaven to where we can be free from life's troubles and our souls can feel the infinte peace and joy of our God! Don't let bills, money, technology, alcohol, TV, student loans, careers, suicide, bullying, neglect, riches nor stress distract you from the simple things of life. Because those simple things give you hope and peace so your color wheels of life won't fade to black and white.~

                   ~Marcus Porter~

You Deserve Success!

I visit the Lexus dealership at least once a week to gaze at the GS350 F Sport, my dream car! My heart beat races as I brush my fingers across the frame of the car! I imagine myself opening the door and smelling the fresh new leather smell of a brand new car! I think about sitting in this car and telling God I don't deserve this because of my sinful ways and my disobedience! But God kindly whispers in my ear that it doesn't matter how bad I've done! It doesn't matter how many sins I've committed! God blesses us not because of what we do or not, but blesses because HE LOVES US! We are worthy in His eyes! It's okay to dream! It's okay to have desires! Just understand that you deserve better! You deserve the best! Why? Because your the child of the King! And Kings take care of their children, No Matter What!

One24 First Direct Deposit PayCheck

Here you go Everyone! I did the Minimum Work Last Month! This is what happens when you just refer 1 person a Month! I will get this check every month for the rest of my life! You can only imagine if I would have referred 10 or 20 people my first month! I would have got at least $50 person and That's just only 1 out of 9 ways we get paid. I will keep posting videos!

Listening to God helps your Marriage Grow

If you don't make time for God, you are not going to hear from God. You have to slow down and be quiet so you can hear him. When you are in a hurry you can't hear God. When you learn how to focus on God's words, you will learn how to listen to your spouse! Self has to be put aside so you can use your two ears to listen and your one mouth to seal shut! Learn how to listen to his voice and practice listening to your spouse! And watch your relationships grow!

The Importance of "The Roll"

This technique "The Roll" is used in Boxing and other fighting sports. When the opponent throws a punch the defender rolls under to avoid the hit. While keeping their eyes on the opponent looking straight, the defender knows what openings lie before them attacking with the counter. Life throws punches and kicks that will take you out! But in order to avoid the knock out, you must prepare for what is to come. You must focus and your target and roll! Don't let life punch you and beat you down. Get out the way "Roll", and just when life thinks it has you, YOU COUNTER AND ATTACK. Learning the application of every move must be applied to life, that is the Key to our success!

~Marcus D. Porter~

Free Your Mind

~Thinking outside the box is something I've learned throughout life. In order to be successful, you must cut open your box and let your ideas breathe. Turn your ideas into pictures and words and express the mirrors of success like water reflects it surroundings. Let your mind adapt to different shapes of life so you can focus on your desires. You can do anything! You can Accomplish Everything! Just let your ideas flow, and Free Your Mind~

                                                                                                       ~Marcus D. Porter~

I love Sweaters

It's December here in Huntsville, AL and it's not too cold. But it's cold enough for a nice sweater! You Can Always wear a Nice Sweater with a dress shirt and Tie for a Causal Look but Oh, I forgot, This is not a Fashion Blog!

Eric Thomas "etthehiphoppreacher" My Role Model

Eric Thomas is my inspiration! He is a renown speaker, educator, author, activist and minister. He delivers explosive messages that encourage people to live up to their full potential by breaking the cycles of crime, hopelessness and despair that many face daily.  Formerly a high school dropout, he obtained his Masters degree in 2005 and is presently pursuing his PhD in Education Administration at Michigan State University.  He has taught me to break bad habits in my life and to dream big! Success starts with an idea and I thank Eric Thomas for providing me with the tools so I can Help Others! I Love You and Thanks!

Nice Church Outfit!

Shirt and Tie-Stein Mart $35, Belt-Marshalls $12, Pants-Dillards $7, Shoes-Burlington Coat Factory $35, Watch-Polo Burlington Coat Factory $15, and Glasses-Amazon $3.00

I will be hiring me a Fashion Consultant! Wait, I already have one! Brown, Pink, and Purple looks great on men. Real Men Wear Thesse Colors! Enjoy!

Nikon D7000

This is the Nikon D7000! I love Nikon! My first camera was a Nikon F4 Film Camera! After shooting with this, I completely fell in love! I look forward to purchasing my first Digital!