Monday Morning Mantra - 09/27

Happy Monday, guys!

Computer issues have kept me from posting, and I've missed you!  I've been toiling away preparing for Generation Hope's first board meeting, which took place on Saturday, and was a true success!  I've also been booking some speaking engagements for 2011.  A lot is going on!

I thought this week's Mantra should focus on friendship since it's so important to our journeys.  I always love Oprah's pearls of wisdom. 

 

"Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo, but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down."

  -- Oprah Winfrey 

Our success in life is greatly influenced by the people we surround ourselves with.  Friends are such an important factor in our day-to-day mind set.    

This week, think about which of your friends will ride with you when the limo breaks down, and take steps to distance yourself from those who won't.  

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Have an outstanding week full of authentic friendship!

Nicole

The Importance of Friends - Beyond the Obvious

Last Friday, I attended the Sister to Sister Heart Health Fair at the Verizon Center in Washington DC to network and learn about heart health (my grandmother passed away of heart disease when I was in college so I've always tried to support these types of events). My good friend, Kendria, came along as well to promote her wedding planning business.

I brought a copy of my book because I knew a local radio DJ, Tricina Grey, would be there, and I'm always looking for opportunities to get on the air and spread the word about Glori. But when we walked into the crowded arena, and I caught site of the WHUR booth, can I just tell you that I completely lost my "cool," and had no desire to approach Ms. Grey!?!??! I'm not sure if it was the hustle and bustle, the feeling that she might not want to be bothered, or what, but I turned right around.

If it hadn't been for Kendria, that book would still be sitting in my bag. She shook me back into reality, told me I better not leave without giving Ms. Grey a copy of my book, and walked me back over to the booth. (What would we do without friends who lift us up when we need it most?) In the end, Ms. Grey was completely gracious and told me many of her listeners have teenagers and would love to hear about my thoughts on the current state of teen pregnancy. She took my book, and my card, and I'm eagerly awaiting her call. :)

Thanks, Kendria, for giving me a swift kick in the butt. I needed it!

Nicole