I think you'd agree that we don't walk around thinking we live in scarcity. But, in a subconscious way, we do. We are encouraged to consume and achieve more. Even when we have enough, we’re told that we need a better car, better clothes, or a higher income to be successful, and that's supposed to impress others, right? I remember my first boss encouraging us young rookies to invest in a luxury car so that when we'd pull up to a client, the … [Read more...]
How To Handle Life When Dealing With Tough Times
Speaking from the heart today. In case you've wondered where I've been, I got the news just before Thanksgiving that my sweet daddy had colon cancer. Although we did find out we caught it in time just this weekend, we're still not out of the woods, as he could be dealing with possible pneumonia. Needless to say, whatever the illness, it feels like crisis mode to me, because I'm an only child (I'm sure you could NEVER see my invisible crown, … [Read more...]
A Lucky Winner and Growing Up
Fiiiiiiirst, tickled pink to announce a winner to the wonderful giveaway Gil's had for a $50 gift certificate…. @lyric marie, gurrrrrl! You lucky dawg! That's you! I'll email you the deets so you can begin shopping! Congrats to you! Thank you Gil's for spreading the love from your store and letting me share a bit of you with the rest of the world! So something has been on my mind and it's been leaving me with an … [Read more...]