Career, empowerment, Self-Discovery

Featured Author: Aleeta Gardner

Aleeta Gardner is an innovative Information Technology Project and Operations senior leader and change agent with more than 20 years of experience.  Over the course of her career, Aleeta has been entrusted with mobilizing teams to resolve complex issues and align technological solutions to meet business goals.  Having worked with a variety of clientele, Aleeta… Continue reading Featured Author: Aleeta Gardner

Career, empowerment, Relationships

Reflection 44

Another trip around the sun and it’s been quite the ride. So many lessons, triumphs, heartbreaks, and surreal moments. Getting older is a precious gift, a privilege not to be taken lightly. My birthday for the last two years has been very lowkey with no real plans. For someone who has always enjoyed her special… Continue reading Reflection 44

empowerment, Self-Discovery

The Big Picture

When I fly I always select the window seat. I love watching the ascend and descend as well as observing the view from 30,000 miles in the sky. I’ve been traveling by plane quite a bit over the last few months for work and personal related items and each time I fly, I am in… Continue reading The Big Picture

Depression and Anxiety, empowerment, Relationships, Self-Discovery

Back on the Sofa

Who would have thought that I’d be back on the sofa. This stiff yet welcoming sofa. This sofa that is not my own, but allows me to be me on my own terms. This sofa absorbs every emotion, fear, and contemplative thought. This sofa and I parted ways so long ago and I thought we’d… Continue reading Back on the Sofa

empowerment, Self-Discovery

2017 Reflections

Whew, what more can I say about 2017.  It was filled with so many lessons, blessings, trials, and challenges. I wanted to share with you a few things that I learned about myself and others in 2017. Your growth will make others around you uncomfortable. My word for 2017 probably should have been uncomfortable instead… Continue reading 2017 Reflections

empowerment, Relationships, Self-Discovery

Simply Blessed

As I continue this last year in my thirties, I can truly say I’m in such a peaceful place. Having lost a dear friend last year at the age of 41, my desire for life, specifically a life well lived, is of the utmost importance. I want to leave this world, having made a positive… Continue reading Simply Blessed

empowerment, Shedding

Finding my stride

It’s been a while since I shared about my quest towards a healthier lifestyle. Well, there is good reason for it, I really wasn’t doing much to ensure my healthy habits became my new normal. After having a come to Jesus with myself, I decided I needed to get serious about my health both in… Continue reading Finding my stride

empowerment, Self-Discovery

That Girl

I never wanted to be that girl. You know that girl. The girl who likes attention. The girl that loves to shop at the mall. The girl who loves to eat at upscale restaurants and have brunch every weekend. The girl who must have designer shoes and handbags in every style and color possible. The… Continue reading That Girl

Books, empowerment, Friendships, Relationships, Self-Discovery

What If I Say Yes

Anyone who knows me knows I love to read. I come from a family of readers. Seriously, I don’t know anyone in my family who doesn’t read. One of my favorite childhood memories is my mom and I visiting a local used book store on Saturday mornings. It was the coolest place because you could… Continue reading What If I Say Yes

Career, empowerment, Self-Discovery

Fearless is Freedom

Happy Sunday Everyone, It’s been a while since my last post and I’m excited to share . I recently celebrated my birthday and I can tell you that I feel more alive and free than I’ve ever felt before. Someone called me a “free spirit” last week and I wasn’t sure how to take it… Continue reading Fearless is Freedom