A Signature Group

United We Stand, Divided We Are Destroyed

Andrea — Mon, 18 Jul 2016 21:07:44 +0000

The following was originally written on LovingOnMe.com. In light of the senseless violence and unnecessary deaths this past week across our nation with the brutal, horrific, fatal shootings of three black men and five white police officers, I am compelled to use my voice in this month’s article to make a personal plea. I am pleading for us all to unite, listen, hear and understand each other. Have constructive conversations and take action to move our country forward together.

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A Memorable Life Is A Life Well Lived

Andrea — Mon, 18 Jul 2016 21:00:22 +0000

The following was originally written on LovingOnMe.com. “Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile.” Albert Einstein
This month’s blog was inspired by the recent passing of yet another friend, James Hickson Lee, whose life ended way to soon for the comprehension and understanding of those of us he left behind.

It made me stop and think about my own life. Despite the sad occasion, I rejoiced at the life of my friend and the outpouring of love, because his life served as a reminder to me of the kind of life that I not only want to live, but be remembered for. I want to live a memorable life.

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I’m A B- And I’m Okay With That!

Andrea — Mon, 18 Jul 2016 20:52:28 +0000

The following was originally written on LovingOnMe.com. I recently had lunch with a former colleague, Stephanie, and I was so inspired by something she said that I just had to write about it this month.

She just blurted it out casually in a matter of fact kind of way, “I’m a B- at work and I’m okay with that.”

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DIFFERENCE MAKER’S PUSH UP!

Andrea — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 23:52:34 +0000

The following was originally written on LovingOnMe.com. This month’s blog was inspired by a woman’s guest appearance on the talk show “The Real.” Her personal story about how watching the show helped her to push through after losing her 21-year-old son was emotionally inspiring. But what really spoke to my heart were two simple key words that she said, “push through.”

Those words resonated with me because for the past two years, I feel like I have done nothing but continuously push through in all areas of my life. However, those two words are not just unique to me. I feel like that is something that all of us as women do. I feel as though we are genetically wired to push through the circumstances life throws at us – whatever, whenever and wherever. And we do it successfully. In fact, we have become masters at pushing through.

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GOT GRIT?

Andrea — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 23:48:59 +0000

The following was originally written on LovingOnMe.com. Got grit? If you don’t have grit in your life, get some! Get some quick!
If we’re honest, most of us think of grit as a nuisance. Its loose abrasive particles of dirt, gravel or sand mess and dirty things up, but that’s only one definition.

Grit also means to have courage, resolve, strength of character, moral fiber, determination, perseverance and endurance. Aha! Now you see where I’m going.
Without a doubt – I have grit!

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THE SWEETNESS OF DOING NOTHING

Andrea — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 23:45:14 +0000

The following was originally written on LovingOnMe.com. Aahh! Dolce far Niente. Translation – the Italian’s way of saying “the sweetness of doing nothing.” That is exactly what I have been doing the last couple of days. Nothing!

But wait, you say, the holidays are over. It’s a brand new year. How could you be doing nothing? You should be working on new resolutions, getting a jump on things, running at breakneck speed, hustling and bustling about for no sane reason other than because that is what American culture has wired us to believe we should be doing.

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GIVING UNEXPECTED THANKS IN TRANSITION

Andrea — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 23:41:18 +0000

The following was originally written on LovingOnMe.com. When will this season in my life end? I’m trying to hold on, but I feel myself slipping, and I’m at the end of my rope. Just when I think I’ve hit rock bottom, my foundation shifts and I sink even lower. How is that possible? There is nothing left? How did I get to this place?

All questions I’ve asked myself during transitions in my life, including the one I’m in.

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YOU CAN BE AN OVERCOMER! #SURVIVOR

Andrea — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 23:38:26 +0000

The following was originally written on LovingOnMe.com. Cheryl Ash-Simpson thought after years of climbing the corporate ladder and being an overachiever, she had it all. She had a wonderful career, a gorgeous daughter and had finally found the love of her life. But that perfect image of having it all was shattered just three days before her wedding when Cheryl received the news she had Stage IIA breast cancer.

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STEPPING FROM BEHIND THE MASK

Andrea — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 23:35:38 +0000

The following was originally written on LovingOnMe.com. Ever wonder what your life would look like if you stepped from behind the mask? You know the nondescript face, the people-pleasing face that helps you conform to others’ perceptions and definitions of you, the face that denies your originality.
Be honest, you know what I’m talking about. We’ve all been there at some point or another. We hide behind the mask each and every time we deny our core character and dim the light on the unique person we were created to be.

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DEFINING WHO YOU ARE, NOT WHAT YOU DO!

Andrea — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 23:31:20 +0000

The following was originally written on LovingOnMe.com. Aloha, loving tribe members! We’ve officially jumped into summer and we are half way through the year. Are you where you thought you’d be? Have you taken the time to stop and reflect not only on where you are in your journey, but on who you are?

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