If you would have told me a year ago that I would be sitting in this library that birthed me; signing a copy of my first children’s book to go in their library for circulation amongst the library and the universities system. I would have probably looked over my glasses in true Librarian fashion, and chuckled. From a graduate student in the Library Science program, to a published author. Don’t you ever let someone tell you that your dreams are…
Population of over 10,000. Predominately black in population. Some would say that most are living at the poverty level. It’s home to the Whirlpool world headquarters. Right on the shores of Lake Michigan. I’ve taken you for granted before. I must admit. I love you. I’ve lived and worked in many cities across the country. I’ve traveled. At the end of the day, there’s no place like home. We all need a secret place. A place to regroup. It’s…
“Please bring your gently used items to the church’s yard sale. We want to bless others within our community.” Can you identify with a statement similar to that? It may not even be for the church. It could be for an employer, a friend, or a nearby thrift store. You look over at the pile of clothes that you don’t wear, and you think about dropping them off, but then you decide otherwise. You would rather take the items that…
Can you believe it’s August 1st??? At the beginning of the month I like to make adjustments to my budget, and check my goals checklist. What do I need to follow-up on, and what opportunities have I missed? Yes. You read that correctly, what opportunities have I missed? Whenever I visit New Orleans I’m always fascinated with the rich history, but in the feature photo I was mesmerized by the gate. The gate is open, right? Could I take this…
Last week was jam packed with goodies, so let me get straight to it! Tuesday: I attended my weekly “Discipleship Class” at One Church Empowerment Center in Grand Rapids, MI. The four week class has enlightened and encouraged me through this journey of my life. Learning to embrace abandoning MY PRIDE in order to do the work of the Kingdom. I arrived home to complete the story for The Final 48 Project #GriefTalkTuesday photo campaign. Be sure to check it out on…
I almost said, No. I almost missed the opportunity. I almost decided to play it safe. I almost missed the chance to leap. Oh, but my faith wouldn’t let me do it. When I heard one of my childhood friends was hosting the annual event for the International Natural Hair Meet-up Day in my hometown I couldn’t wait until tickets went on sale. I wrestled with the idea of being a vendor before purchasing my ticket, but didn’t think I…
No path worth traveling is ever straight. It is full of twists and turns. Excuse me. Unexpected twists and turns. There will be a variety of lessons along the way that will force you to grow. If not, you will continue to repeat the lesson. I am speaking from experience. Relationships Branding Entrepreneurship Accounting Friendships Coaches Professional Development Social Media All of the above take work, hard work. Work isn’t always easy. It can be uncomfortable, frustrating, heartbreaking, and depressing…
Let’s see. Where do I start? I’m not sleeping at night. More and more I’m realizing that your dreams will definitely keep you awake at night. The dreams or purpose that you need to focus on during the day instead keeps you up at night. When I’m not able to secure an appointment for my current project, or I didn’t meet my goal of book sales for the month I don’t sleep. I’m constantly thinking where did I fall short?…
When you’ve grown up in the Midwest (Michigan, on the lake to be exact) you can identify with the struggle of experiencing all four seasons within 24 hours. Imagine running errands, preparing for a photoshoot, and snow in April! Sunny, Rain, Snow, and windy all within one day, and no wonder I’m recuperating today. I have a habit of committing to things, and becoming burnt out. I’ve done it with social media. I was too focused on being present on…
“You don’t know who you are until God sets you free.” When Pastor Austin said this in church yesterday I was stuck to my seat. It’s so very true. Have you ever been lost in a situation that you don’t know who you are anymore? That was my story a year ago. When I was in church yesterday I was convicted. I’m absolutely grateful that I’m not in the same place I was in a year ago, but I haven’t…