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My First Mothers Day Without My Girls
Although some people see Mothers Day as a commerical holiday, I think it is a special day to be intentional about celebrating any and all mother-figures.
But after nearly 45 years, today is my first Mothers Day without my girls, my grandmothers.…

The Confidence to Go For Your Dreams
Do you ever think back on situations in your life and laugh at yourself about what you were scared to do then?
For me it was my late 20's and I refused to wear a swimsuit (and definitely not a bikini). One of my sisters lived in the Miami…

25 Life Takeaways from My 25th Anniversary Class Reunion
Last weekend I attended my 25th anniversary class reunion. Even typing 25th anniversary doesn't seem like it could possibly apply to me. It seems like it was just a couple of years ago that we got our green caps and gowns and excitedly walked…

My Journey to the Motherland- Accra, Ghana Day 7
After traveling to Kumasi and Cape Coast the the previous days, we spent Day 7 a little more relaxed.
We went to the Accra Mall which was extremely modern. One thing that fascinated me was the store/brand Woodin because in addition to clothes,…


My Journey to the Motherland- Accra, Ghana Day 2
After 24 hours of traveling to get to Accra, I thought I would be exhausted. My excitement must have overridden the tiredness, jetlag, and time difference.
The night before when we arrived at the Airbnb space we rented in The Gallery. We stocked…

Your Happiness Your Choice
I've been working on a new keynote, and I'm so excited about the impact I believe it will have on helping others to be more resilient.
And even happier with life.
It comes down to two choices-
Accept it (SO What!) or Change it (So NOW…

My Two New Babies
Did you know that last Sunday was Grandparents Day?
At 40 years old, I am in a pretty unique position. I still have two grandmothers in their 90's.
And I am a grandmother. Five-year old, Kailey and one of my new babies, six-week old…

40, Friends, Forever
When I was a little girl, I initially struggled with friendships. In the sixth grade, my class started the "I Hate Summer" club. Even a couple of girls who had been my friends were a part of the club that made talking to me or sitting with me…