The Stellar Awards was a wonderful experience. It was first class. I was able to meet alot of people and I can't even put into words the feeling I felt being in the presence of just about "all "of Gospel's Greatest at one time!! I was taking each moment in and counting my blessings!! Listening to my "favorites" all my life and actually being in their presence and meeting alot of them was beyond words!! Of course, God gets all the glory!
Although I did not come home with the "Stellar Award", I was rewarded in so many other ways!! I must admit I felt very misplaced in my category because the other nominees in my category were so young, and sounded much younger than me vocally, but yet beautiful and it was an honor to meet them and I am very proud of them. The winner was Jada Simone Clark,(7) the daughter of the well known, Maurette Brown-Clark. She also won a Stellar at the event. Go listen when you have a chance...type in her name and you should be able to hear her sing on her mother's cd.
I was not upset with the outcome, for indeed I know God is utimately in charge and I am truly honored and blessed to even be a nominee, first time out and not being well known, I no complaints. I know this is what I love to do. We all have our seasons to shine and mines is on the way even though I feel the "shine" on me right now (lol) and to be as far along as I am with all of my circumstances, I have nothing but positive thoughts and many great days ahead to look forward to as long as I keep God first and remain faithful to him nothing will beyond my reach. So just know I am happy and do not count not winning this time, as a "lost" but as an opportunity to come back!! "I never would have made it with Christ"!
Always remeber to never stop dreaming!!
Thanks to all who prayed for me and supported me through this journey for indeed the prayers were heard and I enjoyed myself and I won in so many other ways!! Be Blessed!
Read the detail story below submitted by my Publist (lol)
Subject: Kaira & The 2008 Stellar Awards
Kaira D. Miller
was like a seasoned veteran during our 4-day trip
to Nashville, Tennessee for the
taping of the nationally televised
2008 Stellar Gospel Music Awards!
Even though she did not win in her category, it truly
was not because of the talent level, it was ALL about
the SAGMA voting!
In the Stellar Awards "Children's Category" the 7-yr old
Jada Simone Clark, daughter of the famous gospel artist
Maurette Brown Clark, won for singing on her mother's CD.
Nonetheless, one thing is for certain, our very own
KAIRA MILLER
will always carry the title
"2008 Stellar Gospel Award Nominee"
throughout our entire Nation
and that in itself is an ENORMOUS accomplishment
and we are all so VERY proud of her!!
What an awesome time we had during the fast-paced 3 days!
After a good night's rest, we were invited to the ASCAP Recording
Industry reception on Friday afternoon (Jan 11th) from 3 - 5 PM,, where we were able to meet some of gospel's greatest up close and personal like Kelly Price, Maurette Brown Clark, Trintee 5:7, Detrick & Damita Haddon,and J. Moss....just to name a few...during that afternoon.
Then we rushed to the Gaylord Opryland where Kaira and her dad (Elder
Greg Miller) got in the receiving line to be announced to the massive
media as they strolled down the RED CARPET for many photo shoots and
media coverage! Oh how exciting it was to witness this! To see it on
television awards shows is one thing, but to witness it first-had was
breathtaking! This took place from 6:00-7:30 PM.
Kaira was so seasoned and poised that you would have thought she was a
PRO at this! It was there that we saw and got to mingle with so, SO
many gospel artists--like Ziel, 21:03, Tramaine Hawkins, Angela Spivey,
Kirk Franklin, Dwayne Woods, Bobby Jones, The Pace Sisters, The Clark
Sisters (Dorinda and Twinkie), Sherri Shepard (from the VIEW television
show), Tamela and David Mann (Cora and Mr. Brown from the Tyler Perry
plays), and so many, many more!
Immediately following the Red Carpet event, we were led to the
Ballroom for the invitation only Stellar Awards Nominee Dinner that was held in the Governor's Ballroom.
Our table was right next to the fabulous, anointed Pace Sisters, Bishop Noel Jones, as well
as Tamela and David Mann. After some sensational gospel performances, and a delicious meal
all the nominees were called up to the stage in their categories to be
presented and photographed with their Stellar Nominee Award Certificates
and received arousing applauses from an estimated 400 - 500 guests to
include all the Stellar Award nominees. The room was buzzing with
excitement and anticipation!
The next morning, which was Saturday, Kaira had to rise early to do radio interviews at the media Brunch.
She also did a live phone in interview with the radio station (730 am) out of Goldsboro, NC
Later that night was the actual "Stellar Awards" where we saw some of the best performances
And the spirit was high which made it a very joyous ocassion. Kaira was honored to be seated across
the aisle from Dr. Marvin Sapp. There was a comedian to keep us entertained during the stage
Changes and it turned out to be a wonderful evening. Kaira of coursed looked beautiful.
Nobody BUT God worked this out, something this extraordinary to happen
to Kaira and her family! And I, as the publicist (smile) am so glad
to be a part of this momentus event. Thanks to those who were able to meet us there!
For I know there were more who wanted to attend but were unable.
A big thank you to those who were a blessing to her and sowed into her.
God has something GREAT in store for Kaira! This is only the beginning!
Thanks for your continuous support and continue to keep her lifted in prayer as she proceed with her new project! Now go to her pics and check out all the Stellar Photos and ASCAP Luncheon!!
Yolanda
"The Publicist"