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We are so proud that God blessed us to be your parents!!! You have changed our lives from the
moment you were brought into this world! Our miracle child has an undying commitment, dedication
and loyalty to everything that she sets her mind to!!! Continue to follow God's path. We love you
more than words can express,

Mom and Dad

To my wonderful granddaughter. Hopefully, you will always hear me in your ear,
feel me in your heart and always follow your dreams.
Love you always,

Your Grandmother

Kiyah you have grown up so fast and sprouted into a beautiful young woman. I think that you're the
most fashionable and stylish young woman I know. I couldn’t ask for a better little sister! Love always,
Your Brother Chris
You have grown into a beautiful young woman. You're a very sweet, gracious, and humble
young woman with an assertive ambition, goal oriented and talented personality. I am so proud of
you and look forward to seeing all of your accomplishments in life.

Love, Auntie Earleana

Dearest Micaiah, "Nothing can dim the light which shines from within." Continue to let
YOUR light shine! Adoringly so,

Your Uncle Arthur Barker

Debutante Micaiah Alexandria Bell

Miss Micaiah Alexandria Bell, daughter of Darynell and Marina Bell, is presented by her father. She grad-
uated from Oakland School for the Arts, School of Dance in June 2016. Micaiah is currently a full time
freshman at the College of Alameda focusing on her general education requirements to transfer to a four
year University. Micaiah is a member of Center of Hope Community Church and an apprentice for Dimen-
sions Dance Theater. She is also a teaching assistant for the youth company where she began dancing at
over 10 years ago in the Malonga Center for the Arts. Micaiah works part time at the East Oakland Youth
Development Center where she helps children ages 5 through 7 with arts, crafts, homework and plays
games with them as a positive role model and mentor. Upon graduating from the College of Alameda
with her Associates Degree, she plans on transferring to Howard University or California State University
Long Beach where she will pursue her dream of dance and social work.

Miss Micaiah Alexandria Bell is escorted by Mr. Jarred Edgerly

8 | 59th Oakland Bay Area Links Cotillion