We had the good fortune of connecting with Mahaylee and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Mahaylee, what inspires you?
My biggest inspiration is my parents. They have helped and supported me my whole life. My dad has done everything he’s wanted to and some, and my mom stays busy. They both are very kind, genuine people and they inspire me to be the best me I can be every day.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
I have a bachelors in Criminal Justice and my junior year I was diagnosed with Leukemia. I battled that for about 2 years and am 3 years remission but that really taught me to enjoy life and do what makes you happy. Life is really too short so try to spend it with the people you love, doing what you love. Cancer also helped me to want to learn more about myself and truly love myself. I know some probably get tired of hearing this but you really have to love yourself first, flaws and all!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
My best friend is actually coming in July and we are foodies so we already we have a things we want to eat; barbecue, Mexican food, Chinese food, etc. The main focus is food for us lol but after we are full we’d go plant shopping at a few places and go enjoy nature after that with a hike or just going to the park. I’d also love to go the the movie theaters! Honestly whatever we do will be a blast, it’s about the people that are with you. I love laid back, down to earth people who support and love each other and don’t have to do much in order to have a good time.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
My family who has always been by my side telling me to model

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Image Credits
Cherry tree photos- the wandering image Butterfly photos- Alex Spot light photo- Denzel Other one- Sam

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