Hey guys! I’m in New Orleans for the Essence Music Festival and I’m having a blast and it’s just the first day! lol Just wanted to share with you a few pictures from the Essence Reception tonight at Harrah’s Casino. I’ll be keeping you updated on everything going on during the rest of the weekend! If you’re out here too, then holla at me on Twitter @McKenzieRenae !!

The ESSENCE ice sculpture …they had yummy deserts & open bar 🙂

The August issue with Viola Davis on the cover!

Me & Soledad O’Brien 🙂

The parting gift 🙂 Because the event was at the casino, it was only suitable for ESSENCE to give this cute card and domino set to play at home.