decisions we make will undoubtedly affect the outcome of the harvest , timing is everything . If we make the right move at the right time , we will be ensured the predictable successes that follow because of our foresight to see beyond today . Seizing this given moment can turn every setback into a turning point of a stunning comeback .
When each task becomes a labor of love performed with creativity , I seize the opportunity to propel myself to the next level of excellence .
Over the years , I have also learned to pay attention to the little voices within me and rise to move at the right time . When each task becomes a labor of love performed with creativity , I seize the opportunity to propel myself to the next level of excellence . You , too , can experience the same result when you are tuned into living in the moment and using today to comprehensively plan your tomorrows . We are all gifted with a unique divine emotional intelligence that will naturally guide us to success when we allow ourselves to flow with life ’ s rhythm .
Here are some highlights of how the Magic of Springtime has contributed to my life ’ s journey . The experience and accomplishment were a refreshing start to the “ New Me ” each year . I started college in the Spring semester instead of waiting for the Fall semester to take advantage of the early bird opportunity . Unfortunately , the following April , at 19 years old , I had to make some taught decisions that resulted in a significant change in the trajectory of my life after I received news of my dad ’ s sudden passing .
On April 1st , 2007 , I started writing my first book , From My Mama ’ s Kitchen - “ food for the soul , recipes for living ,” to honor my 9 Moms . Nine months later , I completed it . Published in 2009 with the endorsement of the National Association of Mothers ’ Centers , the book won five awards in 2010 and 2011 and became a bestseller in three categories on Amazon in 2012 . Since its release in 2009 , it took slightly over three years to sell over
55,000 copies . The success gave birth to the From My Mama ' s Kitchen ® platform , launching my third career as an experiential keynote speaker , executive career and life coach , mentor , and radio talk show host .
That same year , Jack Canfield and I met in Philadelphia . I met his Chicken Soup for the Soul co-creator , Mark Victor Henson , in San Francisco the year before . The new owner , publisher , and edition-in-chief of Chicken Soup for the Soul , Amy Newmark , made her debut as a guest on From My Mama ’ s Kitchen ® Talk Radio later that year in the fall . Since then , From My Mama ’ s Kitchen ® Talk Radio has been one of Amy ' s preferred platforms for launching all of Chicken Soup ’ s newly released books .
In the Spring of 2021 , the idea of a digital magazine titled “ Inspirations for Better Living ” came to mind . I was thinking of a way to help moms build a better future for themselves , their families , and their loved ones as we embrace living in the new normal . I began planting this concept with my experts ' friends . The seed sprouted after receiving their encouragement and support , culminating
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