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96 Comments

  • Crissy Allen - 15 years ago

    Good Luck, Gabby! It's great to have great young people in the community like you. Keep up the good work!

  • kacelia daniel - 15 years ago

    I am voting for Gabby, good luck girl, I am so proud you are an inspiration to our lost youth. Such drive and determination:) Best of luck and much success.

  • Patricia Smith - 15 years ago

    Thank you for making my grand daughter feel special. At 3 years old she gets excited about dancing on "my pink bus". I recognize that she's learning true professional dance skills. It takes alot of patience to teach very young kids. Renata will appreciate her knowledge as she associates with other professionally trained dancers. Amiyah's standards are high and she is having a definite impact on other youngsters. Her mom is dynamite,too.

  • Patricia Smith - 15 years ago

    Thank you for making my grand daughter feel special. At 3 years old she gets excited about dancing on "my pink bus". I recognize that she's learning true professional dance skills. It takes alot of patience to teach very young kids. Renata will appreciate her knowledge as she associates with other professionally trained dancers. Amiyah's standards are high and she is having a definite impact on other youngsters. Her mom is dynamite,too.

  • Larry H. Greene - 15 years ago

    Best to you Amiya.

  • audrey williams - 15 years ago

    Best of luck to you Tevyn, saw your T shirts at the Weathers Reunion a few years ago and they were great. good luck to you and your endeavors-keep up the good work. cousin Audrey

  • Nikki T - 15 years ago

    Goo Gabbyy!! :D
    Good luck I hope your company succeds! We love youuu

  • Ashley Nicole - 15 years ago

    ily Gabby!!
    Way to go girl. You are on your way to the top! Im very proud of you.

  • Aerial Wiley - 15 years ago

    Gabby I am so very extremely proud of you lady! Even though we have'nt spoken in a while, I still consider you my friend. It is also very pleasing to know that we have a representative from our very own DeSoto High School out there " doin it big" and accomplishing your dreams. Our sophomore year when you baked the cookies for my brothers baseball team, when I showed then to my mother, the both of us agreed that you would have a bright future. Congratulations to you Gabby!

  • Jasmine Lusk - 15 years ago

    Go Gabby!! Good luck and I hope you win! You have an awesome idea that is productive and well thought out. Represent DHS well! We loooooooovvvvvee you!!!!!! :-D (Academic UIL 2010)

  • Alesia McClurkin - 15 years ago

    Good Luck Gabby!!!! We love you. I know you will do good in life and your business. Your cookies are great. Plus who does not like sweets. Anyway you will go far. Love Alesia McClurkin!

  • Ms. Patesha Pippins - 15 years ago

    Gabby,

    It has been truly a blessing to know you. You are such a very encouraging young lady. Thanks for the encouraging words that you say to Kasey that real mean alot. I pray that GOD continue to bless you in every way.

    Love Ya,

    Ms. Patesha

  • Chrishuna Williams - 15 years ago

    I think its good for kids our age who tries to become something in life, and make something out of our lives by doing things we love to do. Keep up the good work Gabby GOODLUCK!!!!

  • Eddy Koehler - 15 years ago

    I wish the best of luck to you gabby you are one of the best friends i've ever had.

    your friend,

    Eddy

  • Jasmine - 15 years ago

    Gudluck look girl make DeSoto look gud! Ayeee =)

    Jasmine A

  • Mrs. Janice Sowell - 15 years ago

    Gabby - DeSoto is very Proud of You
    God Bless You
    May God Continue to Guide Your Path
    Mrs. Sowell

  • Deon - 15 years ago

    GO GABBY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Ms. McClure - 15 years ago

    Gabby, I am so proud of you!!!! You are an extremely talented young lady and you deserve this and more. Continue to be the best and continue your business. I LOVE your cookies. If anyone has not tasted them, you need to place an order. GREAT JOB...with much love and adoration to you.

    Ms. McClure

  • June Villers - 15 years ago

    I just can't get enough of Gabby's cookies!!! Who would believe that they taste as good as the look!!!! Yum! Yum! :)

    Coach Villers

  • Sondra Stubbs - 15 years ago

    I am so proud of you! Many Blessings be unto you. Keep up the good work.

  • Dominique Haskett - 15 years ago

    Gabrielle McBay is an extraordinary young lady. Not only doe she excel in her business but strives for perfection in everything she does. I've had the pleasure of meeting this young lady in person and to develop a beautiful friendship with her as well. She has influenced me as well as many other young entrepreneurs to go after our goals and realize that nothing is impossible. This young young lady has truly made a huge impact on my life professionally as well as spiritually. I'm proud of her and what she is standing for and her determination to get her business off the ground and prosper even more in the future. When i met her her smile and warm personality immediately distinguished her from the average teenager. I'm truly blessed to have her apart of my life as well as encouraging other and future entrepreneurs to make the best of their business and that no bar is too high to achieve. Congratulations to this young lady for outstanding job and the example she's setting for generation. Not only is her product commendable, but the everlasting effect she has on others as well as myself. I'm proud to say that this young lady has made a difference in me and for that I am grateful. May she mark the world in every possible way in perfection as she does in her daily life. Congratulations and i look forward to above and beyond achievements in the future. =)

    Dominique J. Haskett

  • Monique Williams - 15 years ago

    You know you are doing it girl. Especially with those chocolate little decadent cookies created after a certain somebody in Dallas, TX. I am so proud of you. You are truly an inspiration and I can't wait to look up and see you on the Food Network with your own baking show. PEACE

  • June Jeffries - 15 years ago

    I salute all the contestants.
    I am so impressed by all that Amiya is doing in Detroit., my hometown. I've just seen her on TV, but I'm very proud by her work, vision, and commitment.
    Congratulations!!!

    June Jeffries

  • Teice Willis - 15 years ago

    Gabby, I wish you all the best, I am proud of the young lady that you are growing to be. ~Mrs. Willis, St. Philip's School & Community Center.

  • Brittney Banks - 15 years ago

    GGGGGGGGGAAAAAAAAAAABBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBYYYYYYYYYYYY! I am beyond proud of you and all of your accomplishments...I love your cookies they are the best.
    Your best customer,
    Brittney!

  • Daphne Holly - 15 years ago

    Good Luck Gabby! You are awesome!!!!

  • Singleton Family - 15 years ago

    Gabby,

    We are so proud of you. Keep up the good work and continue to reach for the stars. For what God has for you is more than the world against you. We love you and support you. The world is your destiny.

  • ashlei sanders - 15 years ago

    gabby you know i don't have to leave long notes on here to show you how proud of you i am ! you should know that as many times as i have been burnt helping you bake cookies i stay there and take the pain silently && continue because i know that you are going to make it someday && i will be proud to say thats my friend. i have truly truly enjoyed knowing you. you have evolved from this little freshman who i didnt know selling cookies in first period to this wonderful , professional young entrepeneur. working with you has been a true joy && i know i dont say this too you often but i love you very much . so as you travel on your journey && we go our seperate ways to pursue our dreams just remember everytime you get a huge order && you know you cant do it alone that you have my number && that if you feel like you cant go forward just look beside you && i'll be there to push you with my "tough" love. Gabrielle McBay i wish you && all of the other finalist luck && may your businesses soar to uncharted heights of success && prosperity!

  • Donavan Green - 15 years ago

    Gabby, I believe in you. B.P.A has your back.

  • C.Hen - 15 years ago

    Since I first met her she has been the most professional person I ever met. Five minutes later I had $5 worth of cookies. One word: Delicious!!!! Good luck

  • Lori Mathis - 15 years ago

    Gabby is a great student who works hard for everything she gets. I am very proud of her, and my vote is surely going her way. Go Gabby!! Mrs. Mathis - Assistant Principal, DeSoto High School

  • Majisty Dennis - 15 years ago

    Hey Gabby!! This is Majisty I voted for you and I am so proud of you!!! I see BIG THINGS FOR YOU!!!

  • victoria nartey - 15 years ago

    U gooooo Gurlllll i'll always be your biggest fan.

    GO AMIYA ALEXANDER WOOO WOOOOO

  • Taylor Santafield - 15 years ago

    Gabby makes the best cookies im so proud of her making a difference in the lunches of Desoto High cuz we really need it

    Love you
    Taylor MarJohn

  • Albert Blair - 15 years ago

    Gabby,

    Your commitment and dedication to your business is commendable. Having tasted the product I was/am impressed with the cookies and am soooooooo proud of you. The sky is the limit. Don't stop reaching for it, there is a whole world waiting to applaud you and your success. May you be forever Blessed.

  • Tiffany Bramwell - 15 years ago

    Hey Gabby...I am so proud of you. One day I'll probably be working for you!! Keep up the good work!

    Tiffany

  • Lana Jones - 15 years ago

    Gabby,
    Congratulations! You are already successful in my book! It is great to see someone young pursuing goals and having met you, I admire your determination. If only they knew that you and your twin sister are a dynamic singing duo too........LOL! Keep your focus sweetie and God Bless!

    Mrs. Jones (Ms. Young's sister)

  • Kimberly - 15 years ago

    What a joy to see and hear of Gabby working her business plan to take her to higher heights. Gabby, I am so proud of you and I know you will ALWAYS do well because you are such a rooted young lady.
    Mrs Young

  • Charles Cole - 15 years ago

    Tevyn,

    You are a big inspiration to alot of people, you are the type of person older men wish they had been like and younger men hope to grow up to be like. I am very proud of you and all of your accomplishments just keep it pushing and I love you. Dad

  • PAULA BURCH - 15 years ago

    THIS IS SO WONDERFUL I MUST TELL OTHERS ABOUT THESE YOUNG TEENPRENEAR. GREAT JOB!!! KEEP IT UP!!!

  • Callista Nwoke - 15 years ago

    Way to go Gabby.

    You are just all rounded and your determination is bound to take you very far. I am so proud of you.

    Your Comminication Applications' teacher.
    Callista Nwoke

  • Troy Warren - 15 years ago

    Good Luck Miss McBay!!!!!

  • Big Cube - 15 years ago

    Keep up the good work Ms. McBay you are what this world needs to see, an intelligent, young, black, sister making her dreams come true. With the help of your family and keeping your faith in God you will see the breaking of day!
    I will be looking for those COOKIES on the store shelves.

    Much more success to you because you are already a WINNER!

    Mr. Benny (Big Cube) Cubit III
    SPED Aide
    Male Mentor
    Desoto High School

  • Markru - 15 years ago

    wats sup gabrielle good luck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Ms. McKeithen - 15 years ago

    Amiya, congratulations on becoming a finalist and I wish you sooooo much success. Always go after you dreams.
    To all of the finalists keep doing what you do. You are an inspiration for the next generation.

  • omg21 - 15 years ago

    Hello Girls Keep Up The Good Work!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • omg21 - 15 years ago

    Hello Girls Keep Up The Good Work!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • omg21 - 15 years ago

    Hello Girls Keep Up The Good Work!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • tony martin - 15 years ago

    Hey, Tevyn
    Remember it all starts at home and then it transfers away, keep the dreams alive and know we're behind as well as aside you allllll the way!!!

  • Angela Williams - 15 years ago

    Gabrielle,

    I am so proud of you and your accomplishments. I know you will be successful in what ever you do. Best wishes and may God continue to bless you.

    Angela Williams
    Assistant Principal
    DeSoto Freshman Campus

  • Ms.Wilson - 15 years ago

    Amiya I am truly proud of you good blessings to you all.

  • Mrs. Watts - 15 years ago

    Gabby I'm so proud of you and I love your cookies!!!! I have enjoyed being your high school counselor:-) Keep up the outstanding work and great things will continue to come. As long as you are making cookies, I will being placing orders:-) CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!

  • Rhea Reed - 15 years ago

    AWWW, Congragulations Gabby, I know how hard you work at all that you do and that is why you get such good results. You are and awesome young lady with so much to offer to society. Keep dreaming big and reaching for your dreams, the sky is the limit. It has been my pleasure to be your Coach and Teacher and I hope one of your many role models. Don't ever stop being you and that means telling your crazy stories as well. Love you lots.
    Your Health Teacher/VB Coach
    Coach Reed
    DeSoto High School

  • Lanisa Jackson - 15 years ago

    Gabrielle,

    God has truly blessed you, your sister and mother over the years. Never forget who holds the key to your future. Congratulations for meeting milestones thus far. Keep up the great work!

    Blessings,
    Mrs. Jackson

  • Debra Downs - 15 years ago

    A young lady with a lot of maturity and determination.

    I am proud of all your achievements thus far - I knew you had it in you. Continue the path you have chosen for yourself.

    The cookies are totally awesome!!!!

  • Sydnee - 15 years ago

    ayyye!!! lets go gabby we love you girl! :) those cookies are off the chain! yum lol

  • bob - 15 years ago

    ayyeeeeeeee gabbbbyyyyy

  • Adrienne Mosby - 15 years ago

    Gabby's cookies are soo goood! And this is soo cool Gabby so proud of you!

  • Brooklin - 15 years ago

    Gabby congrats on your nomination everyone in DeSoto is behind you 100% we luv ya

  • La Tonya Jackson - 15 years ago

    Gabby, my little cousin, I am so proud of you. Every since you were a little girl you have always made a difference in someone else’s life by helping them. You are a smart and sweet Christian girl who loves serving the Lord and utilizing the talents God has blessed you with. It is a blessing to see that you took on your Mom’s talent to the next level. You started out baking cookies to give out as gifts to others on holidays or just to make someone smile. Whenever someone tasted your cookies they could not eat just one. They always came back for more and more crumbs. No one believed that a little girl name Gabby could bake cookies that were this delicious and that the cookies were in fact better than any store packaged cookie or bakery, and even taste better than Mrs. Fields cookies. Gabby your crumbs are so delicious and by far the best I have tasted. I am so elated that you are blessed to share them with the world. . You are my Teenpreneur of the year. Gabby, your steps are ordered by the Lord. May God continue to bless you and enlarge your territory - May God be with you in all endeavors and keep all evil from you - In Jesus Name, God grants this request!

    Love you always,

    LaTonya and Kailon

  • Eb and Erie - 15 years ago

    Gabs im so proud of how far you've come and I know you will continue to suucced. Erie and I are here to show our support and will be there as much as we can.You've been there when I needed you and I'm so thankful for that. Congrats on making it as a finalists and no matter what you're always successful in my book. LUV U LOTS!!! And to the other contestants it is really what we need in order to teach young people that its ok to be a success as an African American.....

  • letha dillard - 15 years ago

    I'm so proud of you, Reach for the Stars Gabbie the Sky is the Limits "God's got your Back,Front,Side and Rear smile .......Love Ms Dillard

  • K.L. Preston - 15 years ago

    I am so proud of Gabby and I feeling honored to know the other two on the panel. I'm refreshed to see that there is a positive thing happening with our youth and wish they all could be rewarded this honor, But I understand the rules and say " Good luck Gabby" glad to vote for you

  • sherry Scott - 15 years ago

    Just an amazing wonderous young person. An example to all. We will see this young lady's name in bright lights with a nice contract very soon.

  • Cassandra Turner - 15 years ago

    I am highly impressed with all of the nominees and believe they all deserve an award for having an entrepreneurial spirit at such young ages! Amiya, continue to bless God in all that you do and "Yea shall prosper!" We are all proud and Madison is looking up to you!

    Love you always,
    The Turner Family!

  • Parris - 15 years ago

    Amiya, continue to be a postive roles to all children. Your vision is amazing and remember the sky is the limit!!!!! CONGRATS!!!

  • Jasmine Jenkins - 15 years ago

    I LOVE YU GABBY!!! good luck hun && i hope yu win!!

  • Chef Gabby, I am so pround of you and your business. "Go here girl", Its time to go to next level for your business. We both started a business as a young age and you started your first year of high and i started mys as the age of 12 but you doing better then me...lolz God bless you and your business... I hope we can open one business today one day. Remember You Are A Win.

  • Jacob - 15 years ago

    Alrite Gabby, lets make a comeback.. GRRRRRRR! lol

  • Paige R. - 15 years ago

    Gabrielle McBaY is a wonderful well rounded student. Her business Crumbs is just one of many things she is commited to.She is involved in various activities at school such as choir and track and she is ranked high academically.I look forward to the days Gabby has cookies availble to purchase. I am so proud of Gabby and all her achievements with Crumbs and i wish her the best. It is definately an honor to have her as a classmate at Desoto High . :-)

  • Angie Lankford - 15 years ago

    Gabby is a very talented young lady who is an entrepreneur at heart! Her cookies are the BEST. I admire her professionalism, independence and intelligence as a young lady who will be one of our future leaders of tomorrow. I see "CRUMBS" as a key competitor to Mrs. Field cookies. Keep up the OUTSTANDING work and pursue your DREAMS!!!!!

  • Teleisha Williams - 15 years ago

    I love you Gabby! Am so proud of you :)

  • Denzel Warren - 15 years ago

    CONGRATULATIONS AMIYA!!!! I know you already got this in the bag. Just continue to stay as strong willed and determined as you are and stay up on your MATH or the professor is going to have to drill you..lol Congrats again and God Bless You

  • Carletha Fludd - 15 years ago

    What a Live Wire! Amiya is to see the problems of her generation and show a way to help in fun by dancing. With all of this and keeping her grades up, has truly shown she's something Very Special. This is Amiya's very own idea.
    Keep up the spirit and strive Amiya for our young girls will be inspired to know, We Can Do All Things Thru Christ Who Strengthens Us! Love Ya!

  • Barb Askew - 15 years ago

    Good Luck to an great person...... today.
    Keep God in Place, Capture your Vision. Focus.

  • Tenisha Edwards - 15 years ago

    Amiya, I support you little mama ... if you ever need anything please let me know, that is my passion, helping young girls to become strong successful women and I know you are well on your way!!!

  • Amiya Alexander - 15 years ago

    Good morning. I first want to thank God. Congratulations to both of the other nominees Mr. Tevyn Cole and Ms. Gabriellle McBay. I wish you both the best in growing your companies. I think we all have stepped outside of the box and we all deserve an award. I don't think this should be about competing with each other. I think we should be working together to find investors who will believe in us and help us all grow our businesses. I want to thank the Black Enterprise as well as Ms. Tenille for nominating me. Dance For Love, Life, Fitness, Confidence, Leadership, and Fund!God Bless!

  • Tumaini Rivera - 15 years ago

    I agree with Dex!
    All of them should be winners! Congratulations on making it this far, consider yourselves winners! I'll be following you all.

    Tumaini Rivera
    www.flippinfactory.wordpress.com
    Twitter: @flippinfactory and @breastmilk

    Please Vote for my project, GARBAGE TO GOLD, at www.refresheverything.com/garbagetogold

  • Donald Waddell - 15 years ago

    It's enough for most young children to want to be involved in any activity. To dance, to play football, piano, anything takes a degree of dedication and perseverance often lacking in young bodies and minds. For adults to take the time to teach takes another degree of dedication beyond that of personal self improvement. For Amiya, a young adolescent to have a passion and dedication for dance would surely have been enough for any proud parent. Amiya has gone far beyond all of that. Great imagination and business acumen beyond her years, has lead this young lady to explore and delve into her own dreams. This was not a school project where you go home after school and brain storm for an idea simply to satisfy a requirement before you can go outside to play. This was an idea of her own! These things are not taught by formula or learned by rote. They come from the mind and of heart. They come from a willingness to sacrifice something for the achievement of a dream. Kudos to her and her supporting family. May God continue to bless you with the focus, energy and courage to step out of the box defined by our own self imposed limits.

  • Devaughn Bone - 15 years ago

    It does my spirit proud to see young folks being positive. Don't let nobody turn you around from your dream. May God Bless your vision and keep if you keep him first, he'll be there to carry you through.

  • Ayana - 15 years ago

    Ms. Amiya - You are destined for greatness. I know love that you are passionate about helping other young ladies achieve their goals. You are dedicated and strong. Stay focused and you will do wonderful things!!! And go Mommy Teberah for being such a dedicated mother!

  • Diana Garlington - 15 years ago

    When you meet Amiya you feel as if your in the presence of someone who is destined to be a great influence in some capacity. She is a ball of energy. Good going Amiya

  • Juanita Hatcher - 15 years ago

    Amiya,
    Your ideal is ingenious! Every little girl wants to dance and you are giving parents the opportunity to let their daughters experience this while having fun and exercise. Keep it moving young diva!

  • Erica Sanks - 15 years ago

    Keep up the good work!!!

  • Tiesha Norman - 15 years ago

    Amiya is an inspiration to people of ALL ages. She followed her dream...LITERALLY!!! Good luck to such an amazing young lady.

  • Lesley Kay Debbs - 15 years ago

    Amiya Alexander is an amazing young lady. It is such an honor to work with such a humble and focused girl. She has a huge heart and is a great role model for children of all ages!!!

  • Teberah Alexander - 15 years ago

    Amiya we are very proud of your determination to move your vision to victory! Continue to remain humble and share your gifts with others.

  • Racheal Alexander - 15 years ago

    Amiya Alexander is truly an inspiration to children and adults. From an early age, she has had a passion for dance and excellence that shines through everything she does. She is definetly a role model, especially to little girls like her cousins and other children who know her and want to grow up to be just like her. Her family is so proud of her and we are confident that she will do great things!

  • Velvet Mateen - 15 years ago

    Amiya came up with her idea in the middle of the night. She had a passion to help those not in a position to get dance lessons in the traditional sense. Not only did she have a vision, she also had her business plan in mind. With a mere thought, Amiya presented he proposal to her mother Teberah, who jumped on board 110% and has been her constant supporter and life coach. This very amazing for an 11 yr old to come up and implement such a plan. As she runs her business and goes about her day to day activities, she remains an honor student. Go Amiya.

  • Yolanda Mcdaniel - 15 years ago

    Amiya Alexander is such an amazing young 11 yr old who has invented to first dance studio on wheels and patented it. Amiya's dream is to fight the obesity epidemic through dance all over the world. We are so proud of you Amiya.

  • Teri Moore - 15 years ago

    Tevyn Cole is an outstanding young man and positive role model. I know he will go far! My vote is for him!! Best of luck Tevyn!

  • Ronda Mrock - 15 years ago

    Tevyn is a wonderful student and a caring, down to earth person, love his studiousness and ambition! Go Tevyn, Go!!

  • james ray - 15 years ago

    Tevyn,
    Continue to do what's on your heart and you will continue to be blessed. I'm proud of you for sticking with your positive clothing line and The Ray's wish you the best!!!

  • Phyllis Eaddy - 15 years ago

    Tevyn Cole is a highly ambitious young man from a wonderful family, who provides him with a strong background. He does exceedingly well in academics, is very mannerable, and definitely a well rounded individual. He has set goals for himself and is working hard to reach them. I am certain he is going places. Very proud to know him!

  • Dex Tanksley - 15 years ago

    Hi there, B.E.
    All three of these individuals will be stars! I've personally had the opportunity to meet and get to know Tevyn at the Disney's Dreamer's Academy with Steve Harvey and I must say this young man’s commitment and passion to his dream is amazing! I am convinced he will greatly exceed his dreams and goals in life.

    Good luck to all the finalists!

    Best,

    Dex Tanksley
    Principal Designer, Architecture
    Walt Disney Imagineering

  • RITA GREENBIRD - 15 years ago

    What an inspiration for little girls..

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