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From the Editor’s Desk
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EY Y’ALL!! Well, we all made it into the new year and I must say, I am excited to see how this year will play out. I have not spent too much energy making a long list of resolutions this year, but I have set goals that I aspire to reach without adding the pressure resolutions tend to bring. We, at Beautifully Being U! Magazine®, have a lot of surprises up our sleeve for the direction of the upcoming BBU! issues. Be prepared to see many outstanding individuals from Houston and surrounding areas, FUN fundraisers produced by our sister company the Total Beauty Ladies Events, and awesome ways we will be giving back through our non-profit organization My Beautiful Family in partnership with Women Empowering Change. Speaking of Women Empowering Change! You may have noticed that is the statement I am rocking on my t-shirt and on the tshirts of the ladies on the cover of this issue. What is Women Empowering Change? Is that one of our 2015 surprises? YES!!! Please read about Women Empowering Change on page 9 of this issue for all the juicy details and for information on how you too can become a WEC member or supporter. As for now, happy readings!
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:: Contents :: Volume 2/ Issue 1 January– March 2015
3 EDITOR’S LETTER 5 CONTRIBUTORS
BBU! STYLE 20 SHOE THERAPY: Say bye-bye to boring with
6 BEHIND THE LENS TEAM ON THE COVER: Get to know the team that made
our cover photo shoot simply beautiful!
7 WE ASKED U ANSWERED QOTQ: We asked our Question of the Quarter and
u answered!
8 ON THE RADAR 8 IN THE COMMUNITY: Women Empowering
Change Launch Party; Event Calendar 12 SPOTLIGHT: Fashion Stylist Shawn Chenelle 14 BBU! LIST: Editor's Pick of Gifts for Him VISUAL STORY 16 VISUAL STORY by photographer Jamel Sims
our pick of HOT shoes. 21 JEAN SCENE: Spice up your closet with these daring jeans and say hello to FAB! THE WHOLE U! 32 INSPIRATION: Resolving to be a Better You 34 EMPOWERMENT: Featured Blogger Connie Gomez’s Review of the Total Beauty Expo and what it means to have “Total Beauty” 39 THE COUNSELOR’S CORNER: This issue’s topic is change. Be inspired by Faye Carter’s take on the changes our lives undergo in her article “Seasons Change”.
:: FEATURE STORY :: 22 THE W.E.C. PROJECT: Meet the finalists for our
first BBU! Magazine Cover Search
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CONTRIBUTING WRITER Shareefah Muhammad
Beautifully Being U! Magazine is published four times a year as a digital download or as a printed copy and is purposed to be a great tool for beautifully living. Although BBU! Magazine strives to ensure the accuracy and correctness of the information published, we do not accept any liability or responsibility for any inaccuracies or missions. The views expressed by authors of publications or event presentations, published in BBU! Magazine, do not necessarily represent the views of BBU! Decisions or actions based on the information and publications provided by BBU! are at your own risk. Reproduction in whole or in part without prior written consent is prohibited. Trademarked property of My Beautiful Family Inc. LLC
CONTRIBUTING WRITER Faye Carter
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Beautifully Being U! Magazine P.O. Box 2294 Stafford, Texas 77497 (P) 832-866-4373 ●●●●
EDITOR-AT LARGE FOUNDER Wendell-Davis
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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF FOUNDER Shunte Gamble-Davis
PUBLISHER MY BEAUTIFUL FAMILY INC LLC
Behind The Lens Team â–‘ BBU! PHOTO SHOOT Photography by Roderick Lightfoot Tell us about your company. RL Studio incorporates a passion for photography and an understanding of light and composition to create stunning images for every client. What inspires your photography? The beauty, creativity and uniqueness of the universe. In the world of photography, how do you define beauty? That which invokes pleasure as its defined by the absorption and deflection of light. How can our readers contact you? www.rlstud.com
Shatara Davis Make-Up Artist How did you get your start? My introduction came from watching my mother put makeup when I was child. My mom was a Mary Kay rep which allowed me experiment with different colors and texture on myself and friends. I was a makeup artist before I knew what a makeup artistry was. It was pure love at first before I knew it was real a profession. What advice would you give someone starting out in your profession? Learn your craft and be enduringly passionate about your God given gift. Study the human face, skin and how light act to it. "Practice not until you get right but till you can't get it wrong. How do you define beauty? Being comfortable in your own skin. It doesn't matter of your skin color, weight or size. Whether it's makeup or clothing, rock it, have confidence, and make it your own. "Keep It FIERCE Honey"
Company: Makeup by SHATARA Facebook: makeupbyshatara Instagram: @fierce_honey
Simone Lott Make-Up Artist Company: Simone TheUnknown Make Up Services Instagram: @Simone_theunknown
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We Asked U Answered â–‘ QUESTION OF THE QUARTER
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If you could inspire a person with ONE word, what would your one word be?
PUSH
LOVE
Apryl Houston, Texas
Devonda Houston, Texas
DREAM
INCREDIBLE
Tristan Jackson Houston, Texas ZEALOUS
AMOUR-PROPRE
Erica Spring, Texas UNITE
Nicole Houston, Texas
Tellecia Houston, Texas
DESTINY
ABUNDANCE
Olevia Henderson Houston, Texas
Neiki Jones Houston, Texas
Roshawnda Houston, Texas
INTENTIONAL
OVERFLOW
BELIEVE
LaDonna Avery Humble, Texas
Danyelle Houston, Texas
Sandy Houston, Texas
CHANGE
GOD
Sonia Houston, Texas
SERENITY Carla Houston, Texas
HOPE
RISE
Kimberly Washiongton Houston, Texas FORGIVE
Arlene Wallis Baltimore, MD
Shalanda Houston, Texas
GRACE
CONQUER
Nkenga Houston, Texas
Latrice Houston, Texas
VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR THE NEXT QUESTION
Rain Houston, Texas WIN
Erselette Houston, Texas
WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/ BeautifullyBeingUmagazine
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On the Radar â–‘ EVENTS
Women Empowering Change
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omen Empowering Change cordially invites you to come mix, mingle, and shop for a great cause. Help us celebrate the launch our organization Women Empowering Change January 31, 2015 from 6 -9:30pm at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Galleria located at 7611 Katy frwy in Houston, Texas. Enjoy our delectable menu, tasty desserts, live DJ entertainment, and our favorite Pop Up Shops. There will be a chance to win over $1,000 in prizes from BBU! Magazine, WEC, TBLE, and our supporters. Proceeds raised will benefit the MBF Scholarship Program. For more information or to become a sponsor, contact the WEC at Info@WomenEmpoweringChange.org
Vision W.E.C. has a vision of a united group of purposed driven women all over the world who can inspire change through empowering growth, leadership, and community support.
Mission
Who are the ladies of the WEC?
WE.C. is on a mission to empower women to be confident, successful, and purposed driven.
Women Empowering Change offers an avenue for women to make a difference. We are a vibrant organization in Houston, Texas for women's empowerment, personal development, business resources, networking, and fun! We host events once per month throughout the city plus the Woman 2 Woman Empowerment Conference, a weekend-long retreat. Experience the contagious enthusiasm of WE Change!
Programs
Visit our website for tickets and/or membership information at www.WomenEmpoweringChange.org
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Fundraising for Hope WEC Helping Hands WEc Mentoring The WEC Project
On the Radar ░ CALENDAR W.E.C. LAUNCH PARTY & NETWORKING SOCIAL | SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER When: Where: Cost: Tickets: About:
January 31 6-9:30pm Crown Plaza Hotel Galleria, Houston, Texas $10VIP / $5 General Admission www.WecLaunchParty.eventbrite.com Total Beauty Ladies Events' CEO Shunte Gamble-Davis hosts her WEC Launch Party to debut their wom en’s organization, Women Empowering Change, and to fundraise to provide scholarships for deserving 2015 graduates through their non profit organization My Beautiful Family Inc.
W.E.C. WORKSHOP “FINDING THE JOY IN ME When: Where: Cost: Tickets: About:
February 28th from 2:30-4:30pm CWA Local Banquet Hall, Houston, Texas Free Admission / Online Registration Required www.WomenEmpowering Change.org "Finding the Joy in Me" will be a all girl pow-wow lead by WEC workshop leaders. We will enjoy great conversation by topics of greatest interest over tasty bites. Adults 21 years and older.
A GREAT GATSBY SOIREE| 3RD ANNUAL GALA | F.F.H. EVENT When: Where: Cost: Tickets: About:
April 18th 5-9pm CWA Local Banquet Hall, Houston, Texas $100VIP / $75 General Admission | Advance ticket purchase required. www.GatsbySoiree.eventbrite.com Total Beauty Ladies Events is at it again with their 3rd Annual Gala purposed to fundraise to support My Beautiful Family Inc. The evening will host a 1920’s theme dinner party complete with a red carpet, live and silent auctions, casino tables and fun.!
Our fragrances are inspired by designer perfumes and colognes that are formulated true to the scent. They are 100% concentrated fragrance oils that prove to be more intense and longer lasting on your body. Our products are always chemical and alcohol free. Great for sensitive skin! Visit us online at www.tru-essenceoils.com 10 Visit BBUmagazine.com | January-March 2015
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On the Radar ░ SPOTLIGHT
We love your style! How do you define fashion? I define fashion as a statement of your personality. It’s your individuality and it speaks to who you are before you ever say a word. I was always taught that first impressions are lasting impressions and that is so true. My company motto is “Fabulous is a Feeling”; so it’s what you exude inside that shows on the outside in your image and dress. Its how you’re defined in today’s society. How would you describe your personal style? Kind of hard to say. I rock so many different styles it just depends on how I’m feeling or what I have planned for the day. Of course I do the trendy styles, boho chic, street style, and professional with my own twist of course. I always want my personality to show in my style, so I don’t do boring looks. I like to be me and I like to make a statement in my dress.
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Shawn Chenelle Preston CEO & Lead Consultant at Shawn Chenelle Fashion Consultants What services do you provide for your clients? We offer several complete packages. We discuss a client’s present lifestyle, career, budget, and other factors that contribute to their personal style needs. From there, we determine which package is most suitable. With our “Closet Overhaul” we go through the client’s present wardrobe (clothing, accessories, shoes, handbags) and teach them ways to make the most of what they already own, we determine which pieces are just taking up space, and what staple pieces need to be added to the wardrobe. For the client that likes to shop we have a package called “Shopping with the Stylist” where we will go together to shop for the best items to bring their wardrobe to the next level and help them realize their style potential. This client learns which silhouettes, colors, and styles work best and where to find them. For the client that just despises shopping or doesn’t have the time they need a “Personal Shopper”. I use my expertise to select items on their behalf and have them held at the store. Clothes will be ready for the client to try on when they arrive and together we’ll select the best items for their purchase. We also do styling for special occasions, events, and photo shoots. What inspires you when styling a client? Each client is different so I get my inspiration from the stories they tell me and their personality. Once we have a consultation and they tell me the goal they want to achieve or the reason they have not been concerned with their image or style, the inspiration is in making sure I meet every need and that I have a satisfied client in the end.
How big of a role does confidence play in fashion? Confidence is huge! To step outside the box, to wear different styles, or even wear the classic styles you have to be confident that you can carry the style no matter what. The confidence you possess is what will set you apart if you enter the room wearing the same dress as the next lady. You will either rock it or be intimidated. Confidence allows you to set yourself apart, to take chances in what you wear, to be trendy
How do you encourage your clients to step outside of their comfort zone to try new colors and clothing styles? It’s all about building trust. I don’t believe you can ask anyone to do anything if they don’t trust you and feel comfortable with you. Once that trust is gained, they understand I’m there to work for them and we are working towards the same goal, it makes the resistance to change easier. What’s been the most rewarding part of your career? The most rewarding moments are when I see the sparkle in my client’s eyes when they look at themselves after a session. To hear a client say “I look pretty” or “I feel pretty”. To get texts that say “my look was a hit” or “my husband loved it” those are the rewarding moments for me. I love when my clients are happy!
Booking Information We believe "Fabulous is a Feeling" Shawn Chenelle, CEO/Lead Consultant Email: Shawnchenelle@yahoo.com Contact Number: 281-236-7833
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Helping you take the guess work out of gift giving for him.
Laser Projection Keyboard
BBU! LIST Beard Pack
Phonesoap Smartphone Sanitizer
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When Color Tells the Story Part 2
Model: Sanya Ismail MUA: Gaby Hernandez Photography: JS Photography Retouching
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BBU! Style
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BBU! Style â–‘ Bye-Bye to Boring...Hello FAB!
Shoe Therapy Bye-Bye to Boring
REDValentino Fox Suede Pumps
Jeffery Campbell At Hashtag Flats
Zara Studded Black Ballet Flats Valentino Fringe Leather Ankle Boots
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Jean Scene Say hello to FAB River Island Mid wash knee Ashley Boyfriend jeans
River Island Mid wash knee ultimate Boyfriend jeans
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WOMEN EMPOWERING CHANGE The W.E.C. Project is centered on the belief that all women are women who can empower change. Women Empowering Change selected nine women who embodied a positive forward movement toward the betterment of their community and their lives.
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Erselette Baxter Age: 43 Company: Colbert Ball Tax Service How do you empower change? I aim to educate, elevate, motivate, and inspire others with my knowledge and resources. I do not hold back from embracing people, especially my sisters, who are trying to move
in a upward position. I empower change not just financially but physically, mentally, and spiritually. Website Colbertballtax.com
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Alissa Jones Age: 35 Company: SWV Foundation How Do you Empower Change? Being a survivor of abuse/ molestation childhood, and my past bad decisions, I now use my darkest moments to empower and encourage women to take back their lives through unlocking their voice. With my non profit organization, we have monthly support groups for peer to peer support and encouragement. We host an annual conference recognizing other survivors and organizations with similar missions. We also have a platform for women who want to publish their story under the publishing company and develop into independent authors and/or publishers. Website www.survivorswithvoices.com
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Sylvia Escontrias Age: 47 Company: Younique Representative How do you empower
change? I network to build relationships. My true desire is to change an individual’s life with opportunities to succeed, grow, and reach their goals and purposes. Website www.youniqueproducts.com/ sylviae
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Dr. Johna McClendon Age: 29
Company: Manoah McClendon Ministries How do you empower change? I utilize my resources to empower change through speaking inspirational and biblical reflections to the needs and situations of women and men in conferences, seminars,
and workshops. Website johnamcclendon.wix.com/ johnamcclendon
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Christina Wilson Age: 37 Company: Kingdom House Publishing How do you empower change?
Everyday I have the opportunity to empower youth as a school teacher. My classroom’s theme is a “Positive Mind Plus Positive
Words Equals a Positive Outcome”. I teach my students Math, Science, and the power of being Positive. I empower
change as a minister and inspirational author, teaching people to never give up. I empower change by living a life of example as single parent, minister, author, educator, and business owner. Website www.christinalockett.com
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Porcia Davis Age: 33 Company: Davis Dynasty Designs How do you empower
change? Empowering change comes by understanding that change is a positive and rewarding take on life. Believing it then empowers me to determine and identify what needs to be adjusted or improved. At that moment I work to engage and leverage the support
of others to make a difference. Keeping an open mind while maintaining the patience to persevere will always keep you empowered in making a change. Website www.davisdynastydesigns.com
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Erica Courtenay-Mann Age: 41 Company: Talkative Media How do you empower change?
I believe that encouragement is everything. I use my business to help small business owners and entrepreneurs have a voice through social media and champion their brands. I have also used my marketing and social media skills to help community organizations engage more with their audience
and the Vanguard program at my child's school. I am about championing the world and I use my divine gift of engagement to uplift people as I too climb. Website www.talkativemedia.com
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Roshawnda Reed Age: 34 Company: RR Real Estate Professionals How Do you Empower Change? In my immediate circle, I empower change in my home by removing negative generational traditions and fostering an entrepreneurial spirit. I also empower change as a support system for fellow business owners to see their potential and to help put the pieces of their ideas and dreams into an actual plan. Website www.roshawndareed.com
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Kristen Seafous Age: 29 Company: Your Tech Educator How do you empower change? After seeing so many people for
years limit their professional growth based on their lack of knowledge of their expensive tech devices, I turned my love and passion for education and technology into my own movement to become Kristen Seafous "Your Tech Educator". I bridge the gap between you and your technology. There will
no longer be an excuse to walk around with devices that equal to or cost more than a car payment and not be able to use it to benefit your business. It's time to step up, keep up, and take control of our technology. Website www.kristenseafous.com
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The Whole U!
░ INSPIRATION
The Power of Mindfulness Resolving to be a Better You By Shareefah Muhammad
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ith the advent of a New Year upon us, many are preparing their lists of resolutions. However, in order to resolve something, one must make a decision to make up one's mind or to change. It is the key to being successful in making a change for the better. Though we say the greatest gift bestowed upon us is life itself, the way we steward it sometimes does not reflect that. We must ask ourselves this question, "How am I taking care of it? What am I doing to show forth my appreciation for such a wonderfully divine gift?" By addressing the needs of the mind that directs the physical body, we have the power to overcome any obstacle stifling our resolve. In a book titled “The Force and Power of Being“ by Dr. Ava Muhammad, she emphasizes the significance of the mind with these words; "Since the body houses the spirit and the mind, the body is also a treasure overlooked. It is the most valuable, most elegant creation we possess in the physical world. It cannot be ignored, because it is the embodiment of all that is in our consciousness."
In essence, whatever works you produce originated with a thought in your mind. What are we feeding our minds so that our resolves in our endeavors will be guaranteed success? Remember when we fail to accomplish a task we set for ourselves, it is not because someone else interfered, it is because we allowed ourselves to get in the way and denied the power within to master that moment.
In essence, whatever works you produce originated with a thought in your mind. Let's take the time this season to reflect on what we need to strengthen our internal essence. Let's not get caught up in the latest gossip, reality shows, and other energy draining activities that we may take better notice of that inner voice and manifest our greatest triumph of living the best life we could ever imagine. Why not start today! You don't have to wait for tomorrow. Take off the old mind-set and put on the new!
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The Whole U!
░ EMPOWERMENT
Featured Blogger Connie Gomez The Total Beauty Expo
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say this all the time. I love meeting new people. A lot of the people who I have met in recent years are a direct result of this blog. I never know what to expect of people who you meet online because well there are not so good stories about the world wide web. Fortunately, I have met not only extremely nice people but more importantly, women who have made great impacts in my life and mind.
Society has set standards and clothes size that we have, for the most part, allowed to define what total beauty means or how it’s represented.
I attended the Total Beauty Expo created and run by the beautiful Shunte Davis of Total Beauty Ladies Events. She is also the creator of Beautifully Being U Magazine.
What does total beauty mean to me and how I choose to view it?
As I sat and took in the show I also started to think; what does it mean to have "Total Beauty"?
As women we tend to be very hard on ourselves, I know that personally I tend to be very hard on myself. Especially now as a Momma. Growing into who I am and owning my style, body image and who I truly want to be has been a process.
I believe that the following characteristics create total beauty.
::Attitude:: Who we are is represented by our attitude. How we carry ourselves and interact with others. Being confident and knowing that no matter what size or skin color we are, we are all beautiful.
All photos by Connie Gomez
Attitude is not only a feeling deep inside of us but it’s also seen when we go out in public, the way we dress, how we own our body image, and feel. If I feel confident about my size, my hair, and my skin color, then others will perceive me as a beautiful and confident woman. On the other hand, if I act as if I am not important and doubt myself, that too will show and people can see that. 36 Visit BBUmagazine.com | January-March 2015
::Strength:: As women, we are somehow given some of the most difficult jobs and tasks in life. We build not only courage and character but also strength. That strength is notable in our actions, our words, and who we choose to be around. Usually, it is other strong women who can encourage us and build us up. It's that inner strength that grows as the difficult days pile upon us, that we learn to push forward and rise above the deepest obstacles. Strength has been a force and a propeller in my life. Just when I think I am weakest, something happens within me that allows me to prove to myself that I am not only growing in strength daily but stronger now than I have ever been.
::Self Love /Respect:: I cannot tell you enough how much we should love and respect ourselves. These are two other characteristics that also shine through our being; how we chose to live our lives, and how we carry ourselves. Most importantly, the more we love ourselves the more our confidence grows. When we are confident we respect ourselves and in return others will respect us as well. Ladies love yourself, respect yourself. How does this transcend into Latina Empowerment or Women Empowerment as a whole, no matter what race you are? I think that we can all be personally responsible as a momma, a friend, an aunt, a cousin, and so much more. We are role models for the young ladies and women around us. We can teach them these characteristics that will empower them to constantly know that they too can learn to be strong, independent women. That they can be confident women who can achieve anything they set their mind to. That we believe in them and their dreams!
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“Just when I think I am weakest, something happens within me that allows me to prove to myself that I am not only growing in strength daily but stronger now than I have ever been. “
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The Whole U!
░ COUNSELOR’S CORNER
Seasons Change By Faye Carter
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inter, spring, summer, and fall are marked by their particular seasonal change. Likewise, life can be marked by particular seasonal changes. Whether new seasons arrive or seasons fade away, they are both times of change. Friendships change, relationships change, and careers change. Ten time Grammy Award winning American musician and singer-songwriter George Benson expressed it best with his song “Everything Must Change”. In Texas we get crazy weather. I’ve experienced multiple weather conditions in a single day. In the midst of December, I’ve awaken to hot summer like weather, at noon cool spring like weather, then at night frosty winter weather. Our crazy weather reminds me of some friendships I’ve had in the past. Today, I’m their “ boo”, but tomorrow I’m their enemy. Why? Was it because of jealousy, pride, or for control? I’ve learned that friends are planted for a season and when that season is over it’s a done deal. Out of season friends are like carrying dead weight which can hinder one from moving forward. Now, I’m not talking about genuine and authentic friendships, I’m talking about those who are planted with their own agendas. Think about it this way, have you ever tried to carry around a hundred and fifty-five pound person? The load is heavy and the same can be said carrying around friends past their season. Relationships are often times seasonal too although many fail to realize it. It’s not uncommon for women to have insecurities both emotionally and financially in relationships. Insecurities that whisper unhealthy thoughts that they cannot live or breathe without a man. I know because I had that same unhealthy mentality. The truth was, I was insecure with an intense longing to be loved and validated by a man. I didn’t realize this about myself until I received a telephone call one night. After I turned down an invitation to a party from a man who was given my number, he grew very rude and proceeded to curse me out. I was so mad and humiliated. Is this how men perceived me; as a party girl? Ultimately, God hit the switch and exposed me to the truth that a relationship with him is fulfilling, unending, and so many more wonderful things.
Sometimes as women, we believe we cannot survive financially without a man. Here’s a tip; it’s never too late to improve your skills. At the age of fifty-six I went back to college and my friend, Ms. L. , was sixty-four. Upon graduation we both marched with high honors. If you feel you don’t have the time or funds to go back to school, there are many online universities, community colleges, and trade schools around. They’ve made attending school so easy. You can take courses on-line in the comfort of your own home. Grants, scholarships, financial aid, and loans are available at your fingertips. Take advantage of new seasons and explore all the doors of opportunity that are opening for you in 2015. Continue to step out in faith because you have what it takes to be successful. For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord,
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