By now everyone has had the experience of “How are you?” We say it as a greeting, a salutation, and a general sign of recognition. We say it to grocery clerks, people in elevators, people we’ve gone long periods without seeing, service staff, and the like. We never actually expect (or honestly desire) a response. … Continue reading
Category Archives: Inside Scoop
Transformation Part I
The Foundation. When I agreed to embark upon a leadership and transformational journey I was doing it initially just to be agreeable. It wasn’t something I sought out for myself. I went along with it just to see what the fuss was all about. I knew I didn’t have all the answers in the areas … Continue reading
“Alternative Facts”
I have a sarcastic sense of humor. I appreciate sarcasm and wit. Got it from my father. What can I say? So forgive me if the title rubs you the wrong way. There’s my disclaimer. Now let’s move on! I’ve recently had a life changing experience. I know people use that phrase loosely, but I … Continue reading
Character Love
By now we’ve already established that I’m 30. Single. And Proud. But I’d be lying if I said that I never think about being in a relationship. I’ve had my share of dating scenarios. I’ve been in love twice. In the aftermath the only thing I know to be true is that the next one will … Continue reading
Gifted & Assigned
Most people are searching for meaning and purpose in life. Some center their entire lives on finding their destiny. Some make a career out of coaching others on how to define and determine their course. Nothing is wrong with any of the above. However, by learning the Word of God you’ll be amazed at how … Continue reading
Following The Dream
Follow your dreams, they say. “The American Dream” is attainable for us all, they shout from the mountain tops. Dream big, aim higher, keep climbing they instill in us as children. But why is it that no one ever tells us how?! Instead they leave us to figure it out on our own. We are … Continue reading
Lessons From Life’s Lemons
When life gives you lemons make lemonade? That’s what they say, right? Lemonade is good and all, but are you telling me that when life gets tough I might end up bitter and thirsty? No thanks! I say when life gives you lemons there is a lesson to be learned. At least that’s what happened … Continue reading
5 W’s
Since this is my first blog, I thought it appropriate to introduce myself and my agenda. Pardon my attempt to do so in this pseudo-clever way. “Who” am I? I am a 29-year-old, born to a small town called Los Angeles. I spent my childhood in another small town called Houston. For the last ten … Continue reading
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