“David was dancing before the LORD with all his might.” 2 Samuel 6:14 There’s a popular saying that you only live once. I typically hear it in reference to choosing an experience where there is an initial hesitation. To do or not to do? You only live once, or YOLO Read more…
“You can’t pour from an empty cup.” I have a hectic schedule. I bet that statement resonates with you. It seems to be the norm. We are busy. It doesn’t mean we are productive or effective with our days. We are simply busy. Chances are you’re running on fumes and Read more…
I’m feeling some kinda way about cancer right now. It’s really hitting close to home. This year began with a friend posting on Facebook that he was in hospice care. His battle with cancer was coming to an end. He passed away in August … just days before his birthday. Read more…
I witnessed something amazing this weekend. A ribbon cutting ceremony for a newly remodeled neighborhood park. The best part is … it is my neighborhood park. This excites me. I witnessed the slow decline if not decaying of my city. Vacant homes. Barren neighborhoods. Desolate streets. Now I get to Read more…
“The time has come to harness the blessed power within us and to use it to transcend from our current existence into a more empowered reality.” ― Steve Maraboli I attended two women’s empowerment events this week. Two. It was pure exhilaration to be among so many accomplished women. They spoke Read more…
“I am learning all the time. The tombstone will be my diploma.” — Eartha Kitt I am a learner. It tops my list of attributes according to the Strength Finders 2.0 assessment. I am in my sweet spot, my happy place when I am learning. I prefer reading over television. Read more…
“A storm is coming … Get in the basement!” My brothers and I would gallop down the stairs heeding our mother’s command. We were running to the safest place in the house. We would wait for hours … it seemed … until an authoritative voice on the radio announced the Read more…
“Wealth is the product of a man’s capacity to think.” – Ayn Rand Let’s keep it real … I am not a millionaire, yet. I cannot remember ever consciously thinking that I wanted to be a millionaire. I have been humming along happy with my life and social status. Until Read more…
“Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning and focused effort.” – Paul J. Meyer I was picking up my favorite breakfast sandwich at Panera Bread. An upbeat lady with a beautiful smile says, “I love your dress. It’s great for Read more…
“Friends are the family you choose for yourself” ~ unknown Like most, I’ve met people in school, church and work. I’ve even met people at social engagements and networking events. And let’s not forgot my neighborhood. Some of those encounters were a quick hello and good bye. Others were Read more…