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This Couple Gave Birth to Beautiful Twins
When Jaqi and Kevin Clements welcomed their twins to the world in late 2010, they had no idea what future was waiting for them. While every parent believes that their child is the most precious thing in the world (and they are always right!), Jaqi and Kevin were amazed by how effusive compliments were from strangers! As it turns out, not even these loving parents could predict what was to come! Let’s get to know the twin daughters that are taking over the internet!
Two Welcome Surprises At Once
Whether you are welcoming your first child to the world or your fourth, there is something truly magical about becoming a new parent. When Jaqi and Kevin Clements started down the path toward having their second child, they had no idea what was in store for them. We don’t blame them!
A Celebration Of Love
As it turns out, the odds of having identical twins are exceedingly long. In fact, the odds of having identical twins are just 3 in 1,000. When Jaqi and Kevin learned that they were pregnant with twins, they were quick to get the word out. After all, it isn’t every day that you learn you are having twins!
Meet Leah Rose and Ava Marie
Meet Ava Marie and Leah Rose, the newest members of the Clements family. Right from the beginning, Jaqi and Kevin knew that they had been blessed with the most adorable children that anyone could have asked for. Even though every parent swears that they have the cutest children, we certainly don’t blame Jaqi and Kevin for thinking they are right!
Too Cool For School
Jaqi was thrilled at the idea of putting together cute matching outfits for her baby girls. At the time, Jaqi had no idea that her adorable daughters would turn into the biggest young models in the entertainment industry. As you’ll soon find out, Jaqi was more than a bit prophetic in a number of ways!
Born on July 7
The twins were born on July 7, 2010. When Jaqi went into labor, there was concern that she was giving birth to the twins too soon. The twins would end up being welcome to the world almost an entire month premature! Despite their early entrance, the twins were completely healthy and without complication.
No Concerns For Early Birth
Premature births can happen for a variety of different reasons. While we tend to lump all pregnancies into the traditional 9-month bracket, that isn’t the timeline that every mother will follow. Ava and Leah ended up being a month early and without any complication. Jaqi said that her children were just ‘fearless’ and ready to get started!
A Family of Happy Siblings
Anytime that you add a new member to the family, jealousy can begin to creep in. Fortunately for Jaqi and Kevin, their first child, Chase, was ready to welcome his sisters to their home. Rather than competing for mom and dad’s attention, the children got along like the best of friends.
Stars of the Show
It didn’t take long for the Clements to realize that Leah Rose and Ava Marie were both future superstars. The twins sported identical features that were perfectly symmetrical. You didn’t have to be a talent agent to realize that Ava and Leah both possessed something special. Were the twins just cute or were they future superstar potential?
A Mother’s Hesitation
While Jaqi knew without a doubt that she had adorable children, she was afraid to embrace the potential career paths that came with the territory. Jaqi knew that her twins could be amazing models for child-appropriate endeavors, but did she want to send them down that path? Would her daughters resent not having a traditional childhood?
Beginning their Careers
In the end, Jaqi’s concerns were all for naught. Rather than thrusting her children into the spotlight, Jaqi chose to carefully grow her children’s careers with the help of Kevin and Chase. It was important to Kevin and Jaqi that their children be comfortable, happy, and able to pursue the careers that they dreamed about, but only in a safe way.
Mom Helps With Photographs
To make it easy for Ava and Leah to chase their modeling careers, Jaqi decided to act as a manager and photographer. Jaqi had already begun to turn down modeling agencies that had an interest in her children. Jaqi wasn’t in love with the idea of strangers taking control of her children’s career, so Jaqi led the way.
A Normal Childhood
While Ava and Leah had plenty of early promise, Jaqi and Kevin still wanted their children to have a regular childhood. After all, Ava and Leah were just as happy going to school and hanging out with their brother as they were modeling for Instagram. Did this mean that Jaqi had made a mistake by pursuing a modeling career for her daughters?
Turning Agencies Away
As most models know, making it in the industry requires a lot of luck, a tremendous amount of talent, and the help of a professional agency. With Ava and Leah, all of the components for success were there. Was Jaqi making a huge mistake by spurning the advances of the agencies in their area?
Were Jaqi and Kevin Choosing Right
While Jaqi and Kevin wrestled with their decision, their twins continued to grow into wonderful young children. The Clements quickly realized that they had made the right choice. There was nothing wrong with waiting for their daughters to grow up a bit before pursuing a career under the public spotlight.
Making Decisions as a Family
After giving it some thought, Jaqi would tell the interested agencies that they were not interested — yet. Jaqi wanted to give her children some input on these decisions. In fact, Jaqi and Kevin wanted to make decisions as a family. The Clements realized that they were in a unique position, and they wanted to do everything together.
The Importance of Intuition
In her heart of hearts, Jaqi realized that Ava and Leah had future superstar potential. However, Jaqi didn’t want to become the kind of ‘momager’ that so many horror stories have been written about. If Ava and Leah wanted to model, she would support them. If Ava and Leah didn’t want to model, that was fine, too.
Starting Small With Their Career
In order to get the best of both worlds, Jaqi and the twins would begin modeling small-scale photoshoots from the comfort of their own home. This was a way for the twins to experience modeling without the pressures of a third-party present. The twins would showcase some serious skill right from the beginning!
Working for the Neighbors
After taking a few photos, Jaqi and Kevin struck up a conversation with their neighbor. Their neighbors owned a boutique clothing line and had been interested in hiring the twins. As the Clements knew their neighbors, this felt like the right way to approach growing their careers. Before Jaqi and Kevin knew it, their daughters had scored a gig!
First Professional Gig for a Clothing Line
Working for the boutique clothing line ended up being a rewarding experience for the Clements. Ava and Leah showed off their photogenic smiles while Jaqi got to watch her children have fun. While the first photoshoot was far from perfect, it was definitely a step in the right direction for the family.
Landing Professional Reputation was the Next Step
Ironically enough, Jaqi and Kevin realized that they were going to need professional reputation to get their family where they wanted to go. After enduring several years of agencies knocking down their door, the Clements were finally ready to start answering. Even though the Clements had turned agents down before, it didn’t take long for them to come knocking again!
Some Early Struggles Impart Important Wisdom
The first photoshoot for the neighbors didn’t go exactly as they had planned it. The twins loved the camera, though they lacked experience. The twins would bump into one another and even lose track of what they were doing. At the end of the day, kids will be kids and Jaqi saw that they were learning.
The Twins Land Their Agent!
Knowing that they needed an agency to progress, Jaqi put in a word with a number of major companies in the region. In the end, Zuri Model & Talent, as well as DreamRay Model & Talent, would both end up calling the Clements! Jaqi and Kevin had to juggle both agents as they sought out work.
Developing an Online Fanbase
The key to success in entertainment is to always be working on your craft. While Jaqi and Kevin waited for auditions for their children, they developed their brand via Instagram. Jaqi would share photos and videos of her family and their careers while using hashtags to foster growth within the community.
Becoming Instagram Superstars
The first image on the ‘clementstwins’ Instagram would show up in July 2017. It didn’t take long for Jaqi to realize that her twins were tapping in on a booming market. Before long, the ClementsTwins Instagram account had more than 3,000 followers! At this point in time, other agencies were coming out of the woodwork to contact the twins.
Getting In On the Family Fun
As industry professionals continued to contact the family, the Clements realized that they had unique opportunities available to them! Chase had never been jealous of the success that his sisters were having, but he had shown an interest in modeling. Pretty soon, Chase was beginning to book his own photoshoots!
Learning the ‘Art’ of Instagram
Jaqi was no social media marketing professional, so she had concerns that the twins weren’t getting the most out of their Instagram profile. Still, Jaqi used hashtags, comments, and her own posting schedule to ensure continued growth on the social media platform. Today, the ClementsTwins Instagram account has more than 1.6 million followers!
The Twins Enjoyed Support From Their Brother
While it would have been understandable for Chase to hold a grudge against his soon-to-be-famous sisters, he reacted with positivity instead. Perhaps spurred on by how positive his parents were, Chase quickly acclimated to the family’s success. Instead of getting upset at not getting all the attention, Chase got in on the fun by supporting the family whenever he could.
Jaqi Shares the Family’s Story
As the family gained momentum in the modeling world, Jaqi took to the internet to share her story. Jaqi would blog about the adventures that her twins were going on. Jaqi also used her platform to discuss her family and all of the concerns that came with growing in the harsh light of public adoration.
What Does the Future Have In Store
After signing a deal with two separate agents, the twins were off to the races. Auditions seemed to come quicker than anyone had imagined. In fact, Jaqi would get the same audition details from multiple agents, thus meaning she had to pick and choose. Who knew that fostering a career in modeling was so chaotic?
Chase Begins His Modeling Career
While Chase was the last member of the family to leap into the modeling world, he didn’t take very long to catch up. Seemingly in the blink of an eye, Chase was signed to L.A. Models. Now, Chase has his own Instagram platform with nearly 81k followers! You can visit the Instagram account ‘Cut2ThisChase’ to see what the young model has been up to!
Success Runs in the Family
With her children well on their way to stardom, Jaqi and Kevin would take some time to grow their own brands. After all, parents in L.A. have to be just as on-the-ball as their star children. Kevin and Jaqi would start sharing their own branded content online with a unique focus on health and fitness as a married couple.
Mom & Dad Start Promoting Health and Fitness
While Jaqi and Kevin loved the success that their model children were having, they knew that there was more to the world than just fame. Using their new platforms of fame, Kevin and Jaqi would begin to promote health and wellness. Unfortunately, a cancer diagnosis would have Kevin stepping away from the gym. However, good news seems to be on the horizon as Kevin was recently discharged with an optimistic diagnosis!
Meet the McClure Twins
In the modeling world, photogenic twins are kind of like unicorns. So, when you can get two amazing sets of modeling twins together, you know you are in for some magic. Here we see the Clements twins and the McClure twins posing for a publication together. Ava and Alexis have 2 million followers on Instagram, and they’ve been named on the Forbes Top 10 Influencer list.
Chase and Dad Share Common Bonds
It was important to Jaqi and Kevin that their children had a life outside of their fame. Kevin and Chase love to share their passion for sports together whenever the opportunity avails itself. When Kevin and Chase have time, they like to take in football games together. Chase and Kevin also like to get out and spend quality time in the great outdoors.
Mom and the Twins Happily Work Together
While Chase and Kevin are watching football games, Leah, Ava, and Jaqi are doing things on their own. Ava and Leah are just as close to their mom as you would expect. Jaqi uses the closeness of her family to make sure that her children are always taken care of and protected from the more predatory aspects of life in the modeling industry.
Keeping Their Family Grounded
In fact, Kevin and Jaqi made it a priority to keep their entire family grounded despite the fame that had been coming their way. Jaqi has taken firm control of the social media outlets that her children appear on, thus putting herself between her children and the cutthroat online world. Jaqi has already made it clear that she will not be relinquishing control until her children are old and mature enough to handle the responsibility.
The Makeup Controversy
As with anything, Jaqi and Kevin had their detractors. A vocal minority of followers would frequently attack Jaqi and Kevin for allowing their children to wear makeup. Jaqi would defend her position by pointing out how little makeup her children are allowed to use as well as how important makeup is to the industry. What do you think? Would you allow your children to wear light and natural makeup for a photoshoot?
Photographs Alone Are Rare
Even though Ava and Leah could work alone as models, this rarely ever happens. When you do see one of the girls in a photoshoot alone, that is a rare exception. Instead, Jaqi knows that her daughters like to work together. It was how Ava and Leah learned to model and it clearly is working out for them!
What Does the Future Have In Store?
Still only 11-years-old, the Clements twins have their entire lives waiting for them! Will Ava and Leah continue to model as they grow older? Or will the twins turn away from a life of fame? We don’t know what the future has in store for the Clements, but they have plenty of exciting options to choose from!
A homeless man in Houston became an unexpected hero when he helped a lost 1st grader, who has special needs, find her way home. Six-year-old Serenity’s day took a scary turn when she disappeared during dismissal time from Lantrip Elementary School, located in Houston.
Serenity’s mother, Mercedes Polk, arrived at the school as usual to pick up her daughter, only to find no trace of her. School staff assured Polk that Serenity was somewhere on the premises, but as minutes turned into an hour, it became apparent that something was wrong. Determined to find her daughter, Polk began her search.
The assistant principal eventually guided Polk to a gas station a mile away from the school, where they found Serenity in a state of distress. The young girl, with tears in her eyes, recounted her attempt to find her family’s home, which is a 30-minute drive away. The situation left both mother and daughter shaken and terrified.
“Someone needs to be held accountable,” Polk expressed, reflecting the concern and fear any parent would feel in such a situation. The Houston Independent School District (HISD) acknowledged the incident and stated, “HISD is actively investigating the incident at Lantrip Elementary. Student safety is our top priority.”
However, amidst the distressing situation, a ray of hope emerged. Serenity pointed out a nearby homeless man, stating that he had come to her aid. Polk, acknowledging the homeless man’s role, said, “He did save her life. Something definitely would have happened to my baby. She could have got hit by a car, kidnapped, anything.”
This story sheds light on the importance of kindness and compassion, even in the most unexpected places. The homeless man’s selfless act underscores the idea that heroes can come from any background. The incident not only highlights the need for improved safety measures but also emphasizes the positive impact individuals can have when they extend a helping hand.
As the community reflects on this incident, it serves as a reminder that a simple act of kindness can make a significant difference in someone’s life. Serenity’s unexpected guardian angel reminds us all that compassion knows no boundaries, and that even in challenging circumstances, humanity and empathy prevail.
In a heartwarming turn of events, a baby donkey named Moon has been reunited with her mother after a frightening two-week-long ordeal. Moon, who is only two months old, was taken from Miller’s Ark Animals in Hampshire, UK, causing distress to both the farm and Moon’s anxious mother. However, thanks to the combined efforts of the community and social media, Moon was located and safely returned to her loving home.
In the month of May, a devastating incident occurred at Miller’s Ark Animals when Moon, a precious baby donkey, was stolen from her home. The farm, which prides itself on its dedication to animal welfare and care, was shocked by the incident. Moon’s mother, Astra, was deeply distressed during the time Moon was away, as the two shared a strong bond, especially through nursing.
As soon as the news broke about Moon’s kidnapping, the team at Miller’s Ark Animals launched an extensive search effort to bring her back safely. They turned to social media, spreading the word about Moon’s disappearance and sharing her story. The posts quickly went viral, gaining thousands of shares and generating numerous tips and sightings from concerned individuals.
After two weeks of tireless searching and monitoring CCTV footage, the Miller’s Ark team received a breakthrough. Moon was discovered at an address in Buckinghamshire, a county located not too far from Hampshire. The farm was overjoyed and relieved by this positive outcome. The team quickly made arrangements to bring Moon back home to her loving family.
Upon Moon’s arrival back at Miller’s Ark, the atmosphere was filled with happiness and excitement. Moon, seemingly aware of the love and care surrounding her, displayed her joy by swishing her tail and eagerly seeking cuddles. The entire team was delighted to witness Moon’s contentment and well-being.
While Moon was away, her mother Astra faced challenges of her own. Without Moon’s nursing, Astra’s milk had dried up, causing further distress for the worried mother. However, the dedicated team at Miller’s Ark Animals immediately stepped in to help Moon and Astra reestablish their bond. Through careful guidance and support, they are assisting Moon’s transition from nursing to solid foods, ensuring her healthy growth and development.
Dogs get themselves into the darnedest messes sometimes. Practically driven by their noses, dogs will follow things or smells into places they have no clue how to get out of. The normal reaction is to back up, but what happens if they go so far in, they can’t back up? That was the case for one canine who literally plugged up a drainage pipe.
Imagine being woken up by the racket of a backhoe grumbling its way into the Earth on the street next to you. That was the case for one neighborhood that found themselves looking out the window at a noisy racket first thing in the morning as the sun was coming up. Flashing fire engine lights also added to the mix, lighting the place up like a Christmas tree.
Bella Vista residents found themselves sitting in a front row seat watching a spectacle caused by a dog that went and wedged itself into a culvert pipe on one mild-mannered Bracknell Lane. More than likely, the dog was after something and was in such a hurry, it went head-first into the pipe without thinking about whether it could get through much less fit. So, once inside, the dumb dog got stuck and started whimpering and panicking up a storm. The dog’s owner was out early before the sun was up looking for his pet, heard the dog stuck, and called 911 for help. Firefighters arrived by 5am, and that’s when the circus started.
There was a bit of confusion at first when the fire engine arrived, as no one actually had a visual on the dog. As it turned out, the big puppy was deep inside the middle of the drainage pipe and wasn’t getting out anytime soon on his own power. That then meant the fire department had to enlist the aid of the town’s street department with earth-moving equipment.
Most times, dogs in a panicked state freak out badly and bite anyone near them trying to help or make contact. Instead, with a snack offered close by, the stuck dog was extremely cooperative and didn’t make a fuss as the firefighters worked to free it. On inspection, the pipe looked big enough for the young dog to make it through. However, deep in the middle, the weight of the ground had bent the channel tighter, and that’s where the canine got stuck.
Once rescued, the dog was back to normal, healthy and acting like nothing happened. Of course, the dog owner might have had a lecture or two about controlling his pet in the future as well as the cost of the rescue.
Many people join long lines on a daily basis purchasing lottery tickets with the hope of being the lucky winner of some serious cash.
Others work tirelessly, but to no avail. However, for an Indonesian man, all he needed was a miracle from the sky, and he certainly received, albeit in a scary way.
A meteorite came crashing through his roof recently and in the blink of an eye, has transformed him into a millionaire.
The North Sumatraman who makes coffins for a living, has since sold the precious rock from the sky for Dh6,611,760.
When a meteorite that was recently sold for $1.8 million (Dh6,611,760) crashed through his roof, a humble coffin maker in Indonesia became an instant millionaire.
A meteorite worth about £1.4 million crashed through the roof of an Indonesian coffin maker’s house, making him a millionaire.
When the 2.1kg rock smashed through the tin veranda outside Josua Hutagalung’s living room, he was building on a coffin outside his house in the town of Kolang.
After getting over the shock of the noise, the 33-year-old dug into his garden soil and discovered the piece of space debris.
“The noise was so loud that it shook parts of the house. And after looking, I discovered that the house’s tin roof had collapsed,” he told Indonesia’s Kompas newspaper. “The stone was already warm when I raised it.”
Carbonaceous chondrite is an exceptionally rare form of meteorite that is believed to be 4.5 billion years old and worth about £645 per gram.
Mr Hutagalung told The Sun that he sold the meteor to US meteorite specialist Jared Collins, who then sold it to a US buyer, who is currently storing it at Arizona State University’s Centre for Meteorite Studies.
Even though the coffin maker has not specifically stated the exact purchase price, it is believed to be in the region of £1 million. Mr Hutagalung stated that he had saved enough money to retire and that he intends to establish a place of worship in his neighborhood.
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“I’ve really yearned to have a daughter, and I’m hoping this is a sign that I’ll be fortunate enough to have one now,” he said.
“My phone lit up with insane offers for me to jump on a flight and purchase the meteorite,” Mr Collins said. It was smack in the midst of the Covid crisis, and I couldn’t decide whether to buy the rock for myself or collaborate with scientists and dealers in the United States.
“I took as much cash as I could and went searching for Josua, who turns out to be a professional negotiator.”
The man who leads Indonesia’s National Aeronautics and Space Agency, Thomas Djamaluddin, explained to the press that such a big piece falling in a residential neighborhood was unusual. “The bulk of meteorites hit places far from human settlements, such as seas, forests, or deserts.”
Trust is an essential factor in a marriage. Apart from a few partnerships, all unions should have a benchmark of integrity. If that doesn’t work, you can try, but it is still improbable.
An incident can spark a disdain between the two people, and the distrust can be strong enough to affect their relationship. When this wife began to lose faith in her hubby, she decided to test her hubby’s loyalty. She found out something she never wondered.
