Happy Birthday | Patti Labelle

Music

"When You've Been Blessed"...Pass It On....On...On...
 

Patti LaBelle (born Patricia Louise Holt on May 24, 1944 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is a highly revered, Grammy Award-winning American singer-songwriter, author, businesswoman and actress. Patti has fronted two moderately successful groups Patti LaBelle and the Bluebelles and LaBelle, before rising to superstardom as a solo artist in the late 1970s. She is best known for her strong soprano vocals and her signature high-octave vocal belting. via Sound Thicket

Today, we celebrate a living legend in the music industry, Patti LaBelle.  One who has shared her gift for over five decades.  Five decades in the music industry!! My goodness, what a blessing.  I have been blessed to see her in concert on a few occasions, and I tell you each time it was like sitting in the living room with a loving aunt.

 

Nothing But Love, Love for Patti LaBelle

"For over five decades Patricia Louise Holte, known the world over as Patti Labelle, has won two Grammy Awards, countless lifetime achievement honors. As a solo artist and a member of R&B/soul trio Labelle, the 69-year-old diva has released 29 studio albums and nearly 100 singles. Her distinctive vocals and high energy stage show—she can can roll around on the floor and kick off a pair of pumps like no other—has set her in a class all her own." ~ CentricTv Soul Sessions

"When I think of Patti LaBelle, first thing that comes to mind is someone who has withstood the test of time, legendary and iconic in her own right. The Grammy award-winning singer has been in the industry for over 50 years turns 69 today!! It would be impossible to name all of Patti LaBelle’s hits." ~ 105.9 kiss-fm


"Long before Nicki Minaj and Lady Gaga were teetering onto the red carpet with their towering wigs, Patti Labelle had jaws dropping with her sky-high hairdos. Known for belting out hits like "Lady Marmalade," "New Attitude" and "On My Own," the Philadelphia-born singer's hairstyles were symbolic of her career trajectory." ~ Huffington Post | Patti Labelle's Hair: The Diva's Most Memorable 'Dos (PHOTOS)





Thank you so much Patti LaBelle for your music, your gift, your dedication, and your love.  May we all learn to just pass it on...on...on.

Official site, with information on upcoming performances visit www.pattilabelle.com

Your Mood

Happy Friday

Are you in a good mood? No, well it's time to change your mind.

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Illuminated Living Rewind

Highlights of the Week

WALKING THE ILLUMINATED PATH requires "Peak Potential". God created us in his perfect image (Reference Genesis 1:26-28), but we discount our likeness . By becoming more like the world and less like the Creator.

May 19th - May 24th





Sharing News You Can Use, Current Events, and Articles that Uplift the Spirit

Illuminated Living Rewind highlights the articles shared on Illuminated Living each week. Catch up on what you may have missed.

Marriage Monday | Marriage Monday with League of Extraordinary Women, Illuminated Living contributing blogger. Topic "The Making of a Marriage". Taking a look a the different types of marriage.

Bright Spots | (1.) The heroic efforts made by teachers to save their student's lives during the Oklahoma tragedy. via Today | (2.) Kevin Durant donates a handsome sum for Oklahoma Disaster Relief via Do Something | (3.) Teen goes from Explosion Charges to Space Camp

Engaged Nation | (1.) Justice Department's secret subpoena of Associated Press phone records broader than initially revealed via NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams | (2.) Rahm Emanuel names Desiree Rogers Chairman of Choose Chicago via Chicago Tribune | (3.) Connecticut Senate passes GMO Labeling Bill 35-1

Causes and Awareness | (1.) Ben Affleck Designs TOMS Shoes to Benefit Eastern Congo Initiative. via Ecouterre | (2.) 5 Smartphone Apps that support Great Causes via Socialbrite

Your Kitchen Table | (1.) What's for dinner? How about Grilled Blackened Tilapia? from 101 Cooking For Two |(2.) 11 additives to watch out for when reading food labels. via All Women Stalk | (3.) "Presentation Is Everything" learning proper food presentation via Illuminated Living

Tech News | (1.) 17 Black Bloggers To Know via For Harriet | (2.) 10 Free Apps for Finding Apps via Illuminated Living | (3.) Facebook group reunites Oklahoma Residents to Their Belongings via Huff Post Impact

Creative Living | (1.) Making Aprons from Old Shirts via Bee In My Bonnet

Bright Spot | From Explosion to Space Camp

Education

An Inspiring Story

This story reminded me of Romans 8:28 "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." 

ABC News| Sixteen-year-old twins Kiera and Kayla Wilmot with their mother, Marie, in Bartow, Fla. 

Kiera Wilmot is going to space camp. In late April, the 16-year-old central Florida honor student was accused of igniting a chemical explosion on school grounds, leading to her arrest and suspension from school, but authorities dropped criminal charges last week.

The explosion struck a chord with 18-year NASA veteran Homer Hickam, a former lead astronaut training manager for Spacelab. Read Entire Story via ABC News

Control Your Summer Spending

Shining Stewardship

It is almost time for summer and if we are not careful we can blow our budgets.  Here are few tips to assist you saving, and more budget conscious spending.

www.frugalissafinds.com

MintLife Blog | Aim to save just $7 every day of summer, and you’ll have more than $650 accumulated by Labor Day. | 9 Easy Ways to Save Money This Summer

Money Saving Queen |  Planning a summer trip? Don't let the cost of airfare hold you back! Check out this post for 10 ways to save! | 10 Ways to Save Money on Airfare this Summer

Source | All You

Teaching Young Chefs | Invite Friends Over Get a group of families together and trade off hosting. | 5 Ways to Save Money This Summer



Narrow Bridge Finance | Do you hire out your lawn care, or do it yourself? | 3 Simple Ways to Save Money on Your Lawn Care this Summer




What kind of things do you do to save money in the summer?

Illuminated Living Featured on EnviroBuzz

Green Living

Check out this week's EnviroBuzz paper by PRNenv. Illuminated Living shared an article from The Hill discussing New Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz.

U.S. Department of Energy | Secretary Moniz Speaks at the 2013 Energy Efficiency Global Forum




More on the background of Secretary Ernest Moniz here.

Bright Spot | Chelesa Fearce

Education

Homeless teen graduates as valedictorian of high school class

CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. —

 

A Clayton County teen credits hard work for becoming valedictorian of her graduating class.

Chelesa Fearce, a senior at Charles Drew High School, said she was homeless for most of her high school career, even living in her mother’s car at times.

“I just told myself to keep working, because the future will not be like this anymore,” Fearce said. “You’re worried about your home life and then worried at school. Worry about being a little hungry sometimes, go hungry sometimes. You just have to deal with is. You eat what you can, when you can.” Read Entire Story via Wsbtv

 

Chelesa, the world salutes you.  You are truly an inspiration and testament to hope and perseverance.  The world is a brighter place because you're in it, keep shining.

 

May God Bless and Keep you sweetheart.