Well, I must start this with a deep sigh. Today is the day that my daughter will pack up her car and drive off, leaving me forever. Some may say, "You HOPE it's forever; some of them come back!" Well, I am not quite there yet. Together, we will close one chapter of this life and each begin our own new chapter, the one where the pages are blank and the preview is not available.
Taylor and I spent yesterday afternoon and evening together. We ran around getting a few last minute things that she needed for college. These were mostly wants, not needs, but we covered it, nonetheless. We had dinner at Panera and then went to see Eat Love Pray, with my favorite actress, Julia Roberts. All the while, she is singing me lines from Huntsville Rapist - The Remix. After the movie, she met up with a friend and did whatever 18-year-olds do when they meet their friends at 10:00 p.m. We hugged and said good-bye; I held on a little longer and a little tighter than normal and tried not to cry. I did okay until I got in the car, and then the water works started.
Yes, I know that tomorrow morning I will see her when we (Buzzy and I being the definition of "we" here) load up the rest of her stuff (you know the big stuff, the heavy stuff, the stuff that makes you sweat when the heat index will be 108 in Orlando tomorrow) and take it over to her. The dorms open at UCF, bright and early at 8:00 a.m. She will be in the Libra Community.
Yes, I know that I will see her next weekend when we go to the Keys, and the next weekend when we go to the Keys. I have, however, prepared myself as much as I can for the possibility that she might call me to tell me she is having so much fun that she is going to stay at school for the weekend rather than driving 5 hours one-way to spend the weekend with the "old people", as she so fondly refers to us. Or, even better, that she has a JOB and has to work all weekend.
So, yes, I know I will see her soon, and I am so, so, so thankful that God chose for her to go to UCF, and that it is less than an hour away. I really don't know why I keep crying except that I cry at most things. However, I can't help but wonder so many things.
Is she ready? Are they ever REALLY ready when the leave? My friend, Juleanne, told me that when she moved out, it FORCED her to be ready.
Did I train up my child in the way she should go, and when she is old she will not depart from it? I KNOW that she loves Jesus and I KNOW that He loves her and I KNOW that His ways are higher than my ways. WOW, isn't THAT a blessing?! She knows God's word and has hidden it in her heart. We made it through the teenage year with nothing more than a few small bumps in the road. For this I am eternally grateful! Now, she will venture off on her own and apply these things that she has learned. I will worry about her and pray for her, both without ceasing.
Did I pass on my good qualities and shield her from my bad ones? I have tried to always apologize quickly and to show her the error of my ways. When I makes mistakes I have told her, "this is why you don't do this." I have shared my life experience with her and hoped that she would see what I did wrong and that she would learn from my mistakes. You know how it is....you hear your child say something or see them do something totally off the wall that you never expected them to do or say. It hits you like a ton of brinks, "Oh boy, I know exactly where she got that!" and then you look in the mirror. It is also apparent to me when Taylor's friends tell me that I am just like her. Hey, isn't that putting the cart before the horse? Where do they think she got all of this amazing-ness?
Did I teach her how to be a responsible adult? Well, when I got up this morning, I laughed because the outside light was still on. I am quite sure I have told her to turn the lights out. I guess this will ring home when she has to start paying her own electric bill.
Does she know how to take care of herself? Well, she can boil pasta, make Ramen (yes I know that is the same), toast bagels and order food. LOL! I have tried to get her to cook meals and to learn, but she just really hasn't been too interested. We were talking about this a bit last night and we are both thankful that she has a meal plan at school. Seriously, the food there is amazing. When I was in school, we had grilled-cheese sandwiches, chicken tenders, french fries, etc. When I went to orientation with Taylor, I was so happy that they had great food to choose from. I keep saying, "They had me at hummus." Taylor said, "I can feel that Freshman 15 coming on already!" Anyway, back to last night, I pointed out that she isn't going to have a meal plan forever. She said, "Yes, but I'll have a husband". I told her that I thought (and, oh God, I pray) that she will probably have a few (many) years between the meal plan and the husband. Maybe she will be like me when I was out on my own. I can remember calling my mom when I had a hankering and ask her how to make things. My mom was an amazing cook! Sadly, I didn't get that gene, but I keep trying.
Did I help her make the transition from child to adult? Did I wean her enough and let the apron strings out enough so that when they are severed she can stand on her own? I feel like the last two years she has done fairly well with her independence, so all I can do is pray.
Well, the questions, thoughts, worries, and prayers keep coming, but I will make it through. I am excited about spending more time with my husband and seeing how this all unfolds for us. I have been so blessed to have jobs where I was able to spend time with Taylor, go on field trips, be the swim mom, carpool (I was usually the driver) and never miss a single event. I do remember when she was in Kindergarten and we were getting ready to go on the last field trip of the year and she asked me if she could ride with her teacher. I guess she was envious of the other students who didn't have to ride with their moms. On that same note, I remember year after year how much she wanted to be able to ride the school bus. (She went to private school through 6th grade, so I always drove her.) That want wore off VERY quickly when she started riding the bus in 7th grade!
Anyway, now I am back in school and my classes have started before hers, so I guess I will grab my tissues and get ready for that. The last two semesters I have had all of my classes with Taylor, which is another blessing. Now, I have to be a big girl, grab my backpack and head to class on my own. This semester, I share both of my classes with girls that I used to babysit. Oh boy, I am getting old. :-)
So, my support group girls, NOW IS THE TIME!!! Buzzy is heading south to get some lobster this weekend and I will be all alone. Chick flicks and slumber parties here we come!!!
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
HOT HOT SUMMER!!
It's a BEAUTIFUL Shaklee Day! Here in Florida it is a HOT HOT HOT summer day. Speaking of HOT, I have been going to Bikram Yoga, which means your class is 90 minutes long in 105 degrees. I have been keeping hydrated with Shaklee's Performance. I admittedly was a total skeptic and thought, "Oh, it's not going to make a difference," but it truly does! Those NASA people knew what they were doing when they contacted Shaklee about creating a rehydration drink for the Space Shuttle astronauts. My family goes through lots of this amazing rehydration drink, in the summer months especially, so we buy the Team Packs. I alternate between Orange and Lemon Lime. And, unlike those other rehydration products, ours is all natural, nothing artificial like HFCS (High Fructose Corn Syrup)....eeeeew! Try it! You'll like it!!
To see what is new this month, check out the latest edition of the Wellness News Online. Remember to enter this month's product giveaway for Energy Chews. (And don't be afraid...when you enter, your name only comes to me so that I know you entered.) These are wonderful and they don't contain all of those harmful ingredients like those energy drinks do. And, lucky for you, they are also on sale this month. Now through August 15th, you can buy one package and get a second package for $2.50. Item code 89116. (Click on the Energy Chews link to take you right there!)
Well, the new school year is quickly approaching. when my daughter and I went to orientation at UCF (Go Knights!!) they told us that 85% of all students get sick within the first couple weeks of school. EIGHTY-FIVE PERCENT!! This is attributed to being in a new environment, new people, lack of sleep, lack of good nutrition, stress and the list goes on. Now is the time to build your student's immune system with Nutriferon! This product was in the making for over 40 years before its launch and it naturally boosts your body's own immune system. Another great item to have on hand is Germ Off Disinfecting Wipes. They kill 99.9% of Salmonella and E. coli. Even better, they don't contain harmful bleach. I use these myself at school. I carry the container in my back pack and wipe off my desk every day...every class. I am SHOCKED at the amount of dirt that comes off of my desk. And who knows what else is lurking in there that I can't see.
I just have to add that we also have the Germ Off Disinfecting Wipes in our cars for after we get gas. Those gas pump handles are NASTY!
So, you love what you see and you want to know more?? Well, I have a great way for you to do that. I have a Top 21 program. You listen to 21 CDs, which is easy...just put them in your car or on your iPod and off you go. You listen to three CDs each week, or more if you like, and at the end of seven weeks, you will receive $100 worth of GREAT Shaklee products. These are at retail price and YOU get to choose what you want. It just doesn't get much better than that. Let me know when you want to get started! (Fine print, regular font: Offer good to non-members or members in my downline. Chances are, this applies to you and please feel free to forward this email to anyone that you think might be interested. Not sure if you are an active member? Call 1-800-SHAKLEE and ask them. They are so nice!)
In the works of my favorite character, Tigger: TTFN (Ta Ta For Now)!
Here's to your great health and amazing wealth!
To see what is new this month, check out the latest edition of the Wellness News Online. Remember to enter this month's product giveaway for Energy Chews. (And don't be afraid...when you enter, your name only comes to me so that I know you entered.) These are wonderful and they don't contain all of those harmful ingredients like those energy drinks do. And, lucky for you, they are also on sale this month. Now through August 15th, you can buy one package and get a second package for $2.50. Item code 89116. (Click on the Energy Chews link to take you right there!)
Well, the new school year is quickly approaching. when my daughter and I went to orientation at UCF (Go Knights!!) they told us that 85% of all students get sick within the first couple weeks of school. EIGHTY-FIVE PERCENT!! This is attributed to being in a new environment, new people, lack of sleep, lack of good nutrition, stress and the list goes on. Now is the time to build your student's immune system with Nutriferon! This product was in the making for over 40 years before its launch and it naturally boosts your body's own immune system. Another great item to have on hand is Germ Off Disinfecting Wipes. They kill 99.9% of Salmonella and E. coli. Even better, they don't contain harmful bleach. I use these myself at school. I carry the container in my back pack and wipe off my desk every day...every class. I am SHOCKED at the amount of dirt that comes off of my desk. And who knows what else is lurking in there that I can't see.
I just have to add that we also have the Germ Off Disinfecting Wipes in our cars for after we get gas. Those gas pump handles are NASTY!
So, you love what you see and you want to know more?? Well, I have a great way for you to do that. I have a Top 21 program. You listen to 21 CDs, which is easy...just put them in your car or on your iPod and off you go. You listen to three CDs each week, or more if you like, and at the end of seven weeks, you will receive $100 worth of GREAT Shaklee products. These are at retail price and YOU get to choose what you want. It just doesn't get much better than that. Let me know when you want to get started! (Fine print, regular font: Offer good to non-members or members in my downline. Chances are, this applies to you and please feel free to forward this email to anyone that you think might be interested. Not sure if you are an active member? Call 1-800-SHAKLEE and ask them. They are so nice!)
In the works of my favorite character, Tigger: TTFN (Ta Ta For Now)!
Here's to your great health and amazing wealth!
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Happy New Year Luncheon
Join us for this special Pre-New Year's Resolution Luncheon!
Now that the holidays are over and the New year is approaching, are you finally ready to shed those extra pounds, lose fat not muscle, look better....fit into those skinny jeans??? I know I am!! Maybe you don't need to lose weight, but just want to feel better and have more energy. Well Cinch offers all of the above!
Come on over for lunch on Wednesday, December 30, 11:30-1:00, to sample out wonderful Cinch products. Feel free to stop by anytime: 2306 Catawba Drive, Cocoa, Florida. TASTE why we love Cinch so much!
Special promotions are now available:
*Join free with 50PV (offer expires January 16, 2010; a $19.95 value)
*Six months free of Personal Website for new Gold Ambassadors (offer expires January 16, 2010; a $45.00 value)
*Buy three months of Cinch Ultra on autoship and get the fourth month free (Offer valid beginning January 1, 2010 and must be completed by June 30, 2010; a $353.75 SRP value). Offer includes:
4 Cinch Shake Soy Canisters (chocolate, vanilla, strawberry or cafe latte)
1 bottle of Cinch 3-in-1 Boost
3 boxes of Cinch Snack Bars
1 box of Cinch energy tea
See you there!!
Thursday, December 3, 2009
December Stuff
It’s a beautiful Shaklee day!! Well, another year is almost gone. What a great year it has been. I am so thankful to each of you! Thanks for all of your support. I am thankful that you continue to use our great Shaklee products and that you realize how wonderful they are.
To show my thankfulness, I am having a Customer Appreciation sale again this year. The details are as follows:
Would you like to feel better than you do right now in 30 days or less...100% money-back guarantee?? Let me tell you how!
APPRECIATION WEEK: DECEMBER 14-20
All qualifying orders (see details below) during this week and all autoship orders during the entire month of December will count.
ORDER REBATE CHECK
100-199 $10
200-299 $22
300-399 $35
400-499 $50
500-599 $65
This is a great opportunity to stock up and save some holiday cash for yourself and give the gift of health. Remember that there are several items that qualify for an additional 10% off when they are placed on your autoship order. My favorites of those products are Vivix and Vitalizer.
To see what is new this month, click here to check out the latest edition of the Wellness News Online. Remember to enter this month’s product giveaway! The info (like your name) that you enter goes only to me. There are some great Holiday tips on here this month. And be sure to check out Mary Anne Marciante's story in "Working From Home". She is on our team!!
This just announced last night: JOIN FREE WITH 50PV IS BACK!! But only for a limited time (until January 16, 2010). If you have been waiting for this offer...it is here! Additionally, Gold Ambassadors will receive 6 months of a their Personal Website for FREE when they join during this time. This has consistently been one of the favorites of Shaklee's incentive. Don't delay! Call or email today and give yourself the gift of good health.
Finally, I would like to invite you all to join us in our weekly meetings. Please feel free to bring a friend. We are not about high pressure, but good education. We usually meet each Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at various places throughout the county. If you have a suggested meeting place, please let me know. The holiday schedule is a little different, but here it is:
12/3 7:00 Barnes and Nobel, Merritt Island
12/10 7:00 Ossorio's, Cocoa Village
12/17 6:00 Team Meeting!! Thai Thai in the Village. All are welcome! Let's get together and commune! :-)
12/24 No meeting, Christmas Eve
12/30 11:30 (WEDNESDAY) Cinch Luncheon! My house. Bring all of your friends that are going to lose weight for their New Year's Resolution.
I pray that you have a joyous and healthy holiday season. Please do not hesitate to call or email of you have any questions!
Bless you!
To show my thankfulness, I am having a Customer Appreciation sale again this year. The details are as follows:
Would you like to feel better than you do right now in 30 days or less...100% money-back guarantee?? Let me tell you how!
APPRECIATION WEEK: DECEMBER 14-20
All qualifying orders (see details below) during this week and all autoship orders during the entire month of December will count.
ORDER REBATE CHECK
100-199 $10
200-299 $22
300-399 $35
400-499 $50
500-599 $65
You can order online through your member center or at www.mylittlegreenleaf.com. Please let me know if you have any questions!
Rebate checks will be mailed out no later than January 15.
This is a great opportunity to stock up and save some holiday cash for yourself and give the gift of health. Remember that there are several items that qualify for an additional 10% off when they are placed on your autoship order. My favorites of those products are Vivix and Vitalizer.
To see what is new this month, click here to check out the latest edition of the Wellness News Online. Remember to enter this month’s product giveaway! The info (like your name) that you enter goes only to me. There are some great Holiday tips on here this month. And be sure to check out Mary Anne Marciante's story in "Working From Home". She is on our team!!
This just announced last night: JOIN FREE WITH 50PV IS BACK!! But only for a limited time (until January 16, 2010). If you have been waiting for this offer...it is here! Additionally, Gold Ambassadors will receive 6 months of a their Personal Website for FREE when they join during this time. This has consistently been one of the favorites of Shaklee's incentive. Don't delay! Call or email today and give yourself the gift of good health.
Finally, I would like to invite you all to join us in our weekly meetings. Please feel free to bring a friend. We are not about high pressure, but good education. We usually meet each Thursday evening at 7:00 p.m. at various places throughout the county. If you have a suggested meeting place, please let me know. The holiday schedule is a little different, but here it is:
12/3 7:00 Barnes and Nobel, Merritt Island
12/10 7:00 Ossorio's, Cocoa Village
12/17 6:00 Team Meeting!! Thai Thai in the Village. All are welcome! Let's get together and commune! :-)
12/24 No meeting, Christmas Eve
12/30 11:30 (WEDNESDAY) Cinch Luncheon! My house. Bring all of your friends that are going to lose weight for their New Year's Resolution.
I pray that you have a joyous and healthy holiday season. Please do not hesitate to call or email of you have any questions!
Bless you!
Saturday, October 3, 2009
I am in awe and other miscellaneous things
What a beautiful day!!! I just love this time of year! I am jealous of my friends who live up north and are already wearing jackets and such. We tend to get a little over excited here in the Sunshine State. We have had two cool evenings here where the temperatures dipped into the 60's. This lead to two "less hot" days where the temps were mid 80's. I was DETERMINED to wear my Life is Good fall shirt. I tried it on the first day of Fall, but was sweating before I left the house, so I changed. This past week, I actually wore it and, admittedly, I was a little warm, but I survived. I did actually turn off the air conditioner for two days, and was COLD one of those nights, but that was short lived. Now, I have the air back on, so it is cool in the house, so I longingly look outside and imagine that it is cool out there. :::deep sigh::: It will be here and then I will NOT be jealous of those up north who are freezing when I am just wearing a light-weight jacket.
I have been sitting at my computer this morning reading some blogs and watching some YouTube videos and also working on my business. WOO! So many inspiring and encouraging stories. When I looked at Stephanie Arrayan's video, I cried. What an amazing story and a great example of how people can make it happen when they focus on their "why". Then there are Coletta & Leonard Haskin. WHAT A STORY! They were dropping of their kids to each other on a freeway exit! In both of these stories, they really got the Shaklee Difference and knew what it could do for their family. This is what I am in awe of. These people are MAKING IT HAPPEN! Because their defined their "why" and BELIEVED if would happen.
Shaklee has been green since green was just a color. They didn't just decide to get on the bandwagon. I am SO SO PROUD to be a part of this! I don't really get why some people don't want to be a part of this, so PLEASE let me know!
Today and tomorrow I get to STUDY for two mid-terms next week. UGH! Obviously, I am avoiding this a little since it is 11:25 and I am still sitting at my computer. Gotta get 'er done! At least there is no Gator game today, so I don't have to take time out for that. :-) Hmmm. I think I should go get some breakfast before it turns into lunch. I am feeling CHOCOLATE today! Hee hee! Best breakfast ever and best way to "start" my day.
Blessings to you all!
I have been sitting at my computer this morning reading some blogs and watching some YouTube videos and also working on my business. WOO! So many inspiring and encouraging stories. When I looked at Stephanie Arrayan's video, I cried. What an amazing story and a great example of how people can make it happen when they focus on their "why". Then there are Coletta & Leonard Haskin. WHAT A STORY! They were dropping of their kids to each other on a freeway exit! In both of these stories, they really got the Shaklee Difference and knew what it could do for their family. This is what I am in awe of. These people are MAKING IT HAPPEN! Because their defined their "why" and BELIEVED if would happen.
Shaklee has been green since green was just a color. They didn't just decide to get on the bandwagon. I am SO SO PROUD to be a part of this! I don't really get why some people don't want to be a part of this, so PLEASE let me know!
Today and tomorrow I get to STUDY for two mid-terms next week. UGH! Obviously, I am avoiding this a little since it is 11:25 and I am still sitting at my computer. Gotta get 'er done! At least there is no Gator game today, so I don't have to take time out for that. :-) Hmmm. I think I should go get some breakfast before it turns into lunch. I am feeling CHOCOLATE today! Hee hee! Best breakfast ever and best way to "start" my day.
Blessings to you all!
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Christmas is Right Around the Corner
Okay, my first thought of that is YIKES!!!!! But seriously folks, it is true. In just three short months, you will be looking at your lists (yes, I know mine will be plural) and checking them twice, thrice, or even four times (LOL! IDK the word for that!). Ahhhhh, the hustle and bustle of Christmas. I must admit, that this is the part that I don't like about Christmas....toooooo much hustle and bustle. I just want it to be all about JESUS! I concentrate on keeping that my focus, as I strive to bless those around me.
I got an email this morning that the Hallmark Ornament Debut Weekend is coming! October 10th and 11th! (They are so cute!!!!) WEEEEE! I LOVE ORNAMENTS!!!! They are so much fun, they make great gifts, and they always bring back memories! When we get our Christmas stuff out and get the tree up, we watch Elf while decorating the tree. MAN, is that a funny movie or WHAT??? Hey, did you click on Elf and watch the clip. Well, then go back and do it!!! Get in the spirit and LAUGH!! Anyway, Taylor knows this movie pretty much my heart. Much in the same way we knew Aladdin (is Robin Williams awesome as the Genie or what?) word for word when she was two...and the Barney songs. Oh boy! Flashbacks! And, these companies aren't even giving me any kickbacks for promoting them!
Okay, back to the Christmas feeling. I am sitting in my office and it is kinda cool, inside not out, but I am so imagining when the weather will get cooler (for a few days, LOL!) and I can actually wear my jeans and a long-sleeved shirt and not sweat. I should maybe think about getting my fall decorations out. Oh, I am getting side-tracked again....
So, what's on your wish list for Christmas?? Tell me, I want to know! I mostly want my family and friends to be happy, healthy and blessed. Well, me, too, but I am there. Well, I did tell my husband yesterday that I wanted a hysterectomy for Christmas. :-/ That kinda kills the Holiday Spirit, but that's what I was feeling at the time. Moving on....
My best girl will be in Cali for Christmas this year. I miss her terribly when she is gone, but she so enjoys seeing her dad, grandparents, aunts and uncles, and cousins. They have a BIG family! That leaves me and the hubby home alone for Christmas. We rarely have alone moments, so I treasure them. We have lots of family around, too, though. We always host the Christmas Eve celebration at our house where the kids open up their presents. Christmas morning will be just the two of us this year. Then, Christmas afternoon we spend at Gail and John's house, stuffing our faces and watching old movies (okay, this is the part where I usually sneak out to read and have a tryptophan induced nap!)
Okay, I am in the Christmas spirit now. YEAH!!! As we all know, though, before Christmas is FOOTBALL SEASON! Now, that is funny. I am really not a big fan, especially of pro ball, but I am a Gator to the core, so I am pretty excited about watching the game today where the Gators will stomp the Vols! So, I must sign off and get some school work done before the 3:30 fame time. WOOOOOO!
Let me know you were here!!
I got an email this morning that the Hallmark Ornament Debut Weekend is coming! October 10th and 11th! (They are so cute!!!!) WEEEEE! I LOVE ORNAMENTS!!!! They are so much fun, they make great gifts, and they always bring back memories! When we get our Christmas stuff out and get the tree up, we watch Elf while decorating the tree. MAN, is that a funny movie or WHAT??? Hey, did you click on Elf and watch the clip. Well, then go back and do it!!! Get in the spirit and LAUGH!! Anyway, Taylor knows this movie pretty much my heart. Much in the same way we knew Aladdin (is Robin Williams awesome as the Genie or what?) word for word when she was two...and the Barney songs. Oh boy! Flashbacks! And, these companies aren't even giving me any kickbacks for promoting them!
Okay, back to the Christmas feeling. I am sitting in my office and it is kinda cool, inside not out, but I am so imagining when the weather will get cooler (for a few days, LOL!) and I can actually wear my jeans and a long-sleeved shirt and not sweat. I should maybe think about getting my fall decorations out. Oh, I am getting side-tracked again....
So, what's on your wish list for Christmas?? Tell me, I want to know! I mostly want my family and friends to be happy, healthy and blessed. Well, me, too, but I am there. Well, I did tell my husband yesterday that I wanted a hysterectomy for Christmas. :-/ That kinda kills the Holiday Spirit, but that's what I was feeling at the time. Moving on....
My best girl will be in Cali for Christmas this year. I miss her terribly when she is gone, but she so enjoys seeing her dad, grandparents, aunts and uncles, and cousins. They have a BIG family! That leaves me and the hubby home alone for Christmas. We rarely have alone moments, so I treasure them. We have lots of family around, too, though. We always host the Christmas Eve celebration at our house where the kids open up their presents. Christmas morning will be just the two of us this year. Then, Christmas afternoon we spend at Gail and John's house, stuffing our faces and watching old movies (okay, this is the part where I usually sneak out to read and have a tryptophan induced nap!)
Okay, I am in the Christmas spirit now. YEAH!!! As we all know, though, before Christmas is FOOTBALL SEASON! Now, that is funny. I am really not a big fan, especially of pro ball, but I am a Gator to the core, so I am pretty excited about watching the game today where the Gators will stomp the Vols! So, I must sign off and get some school work done before the 3:30 fame time. WOOOOOO!
Let me know you were here!!
Monday, September 14, 2009
ENOUGH! The Romana Acosta Banuelos Story
Wow! This is one incredible woman and one very good rags-to-riches story! I went to an EXCITe training this weekend and was told her story by Angel Torres, the first Shaklee Master Coordinator in Puerto Rico (who was told he couldn't achieve this in such a small place). Do you know who she is?? Keep reading.
Janet L. Boyd tells the story this way: From a poor family of Mexican-American agricultural workers, Romana Banuelos went on to have her signature affixed to every piece of paper currency printed in the U.S. from 1971 to 1974. After helping her mother build an empanada business in Mexico during the 1930s, Banuelos returned to the United States in 1947, and established a tortilla factory that became a $5 million processor of Mexican food. In 1964, she founded the Pan American National Bank, the only U.S. bank owned and operated by Mexican Americans. In 1969, she established a college scholarship program for Mexican-American students. And in 1971, Banuelos was appointed U.S. Treasurer by Richard Nixon. She was the first Mexican-American woman to hold such a high government post.
"My mother...taught us how to live in any place and work with what we have." - Romana Banuelos
Angel Torres told us about her in more detail. Living in poverty, Romana frequently asked her husband for money for essentials like food and clothes for the children. He constantly told her no. At one point Romana got fed up and said, "ENOUGH!" Now, I want you to think about this for a moment. Not just speaking the word "enough", but getting to the boiling point and yelling, "ENOUGH!" Try it...really yell it out! I know I have been at that point many times where I thought I had had enough, but it was not actually my tipping point, the point where I am not going to take it any more and I have had ENOUGH and I am going to do something about it!
You may be recalling a time in your life when you have been there. You may be think.....I am there RIGHT NOW! If you are, what are you going to do about it. Yes, DO about it. Yelling it isn't going to change the situation. You must take action. If you don't take action, I think you are not really at your tipping point. I have been there....you want to do something about it, but you never do....you haven't had ENOUGH!
I challenge you to think about this. If you have had ENOUGH, take action. Be like Romana in her rags-to-riches story. MAKE IT HAPPEN! Dr. Forrest C. Shaklee said, "Your future is what you decide to make it."
The answer to my rags-to-riches story is http://www.mylittlegreenleaf.com/.
Bless you!!
Janet L. Boyd tells the story this way: From a poor family of Mexican-American agricultural workers, Romana Banuelos went on to have her signature affixed to every piece of paper currency printed in the U.S. from 1971 to 1974. After helping her mother build an empanada business in Mexico during the 1930s, Banuelos returned to the United States in 1947, and established a tortilla factory that became a $5 million processor of Mexican food. In 1964, she founded the Pan American National Bank, the only U.S. bank owned and operated by Mexican Americans. In 1969, she established a college scholarship program for Mexican-American students. And in 1971, Banuelos was appointed U.S. Treasurer by Richard Nixon. She was the first Mexican-American woman to hold such a high government post.
"My mother...taught us how to live in any place and work with what we have." - Romana Banuelos
Angel Torres told us about her in more detail. Living in poverty, Romana frequently asked her husband for money for essentials like food and clothes for the children. He constantly told her no. At one point Romana got fed up and said, "ENOUGH!" Now, I want you to think about this for a moment. Not just speaking the word "enough", but getting to the boiling point and yelling, "ENOUGH!" Try it...really yell it out! I know I have been at that point many times where I thought I had had enough, but it was not actually my tipping point, the point where I am not going to take it any more and I have had ENOUGH and I am going to do something about it!
You may be recalling a time in your life when you have been there. You may be think.....I am there RIGHT NOW! If you are, what are you going to do about it. Yes, DO about it. Yelling it isn't going to change the situation. You must take action. If you don't take action, I think you are not really at your tipping point. I have been there....you want to do something about it, but you never do....you haven't had ENOUGH!
I challenge you to think about this. If you have had ENOUGH, take action. Be like Romana in her rags-to-riches story. MAKE IT HAPPEN! Dr. Forrest C. Shaklee said, "Your future is what you decide to make it."
The answer to my rags-to-riches story is http://www.mylittlegreenleaf.com/.
Bless you!!
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