National Conference

I am so behind on my blogs, and there's so much I want to tell you about. Before I try to catch up, though, I'll fill you in on where I've been most recently. I just got back from the 31 National Conference in Columbus, OH. I became a consultant too late to go last year, and I probably only signed up this year because we were able to earn "conference bucks" to pay for registration and hotel. I thought it might be just sort of a paid vacation, which I really felt like I needed to be a better "me" for my family. In the end, I only paid $21 for my hotel, $18 for gas, and a few meals here and there. But I came away with tons of information, new product, and a vision for this business. I'll be honest and say that this job has been hard for me in some ways because I don't feel like my "calling" is to sell bags. But being in a faith-based company and seeing the testimonies of so many women who have been able to help others through this business has inspired me to think of this as more meaningful than selling bags. I'm putting it in God's hands to see where he takes this and for how long. For now, I'm fired up and ready to do this with all my might, soul, and strength!

Recognition for becoming Senior Consultant at the Awards Banquet

My new friend Monica ended up riding with us because she didn't know anyone else in her area who was going. It turned out to be such a God-ordained arrangement. Our hearts bonded quickly, and we had 14+ hours in the car to talk, share, laugh, cry, and commit to praying for each other. I like her even though she told me I'm the age of her step-dad. :)

Me, my Senior Executive Director, and my Director

Me and Wendy. I was her first recruit, and this year she became a director.

Reaching new heights together. In so many ways.