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Summer 2016
Hello Honeybees,

As we get ready to kick off the 2016-2017 school year I wanted to give you a glimpse into my summer. Some of the plans that I had didn’t happen because the 8 weeks of summer flew by so quick. Between my activities and the boys activities two months just wasn’t enough time. I hope to still accomplish some of our plans before winter.

My oldest son will start his senior year of high school. I’m both excited and scared. This milestone really hit me when he took his senior pictures. Ironically he took his picture at the same place that I took mine.

This was also his last summer conference with Bridge Builders. He started Bridge Builders as a rising 9^th grader. To say that we love and have enjoyed the Bridge Builder experience is an understatement. This week gave us a preview of what will happen when he leaves for college. http://www.bridgesusa.org

After Robert’s week away from home my youngest spent the next week at Honors Camp at the University of Memphis. He had the chance to interact with students and teachers from around the city. One of the things he liked most was seeing the different and innovative teaching styles of other teachers. http://www.scsk12.org

The boys had the month of June but July belonged to momma. I was able to attend the 67^th Boule’ of my beloved Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. in Atlanta. This was such an amazing experience. Can you imagine 22,000 beautiful women in all their pink & green glory? Well I didn’t have to imagine it, I lived it. http://www.aka1908.com

After Boule’ I celebrated birthday 49. I had a nice quiet birthday at home but watch out for the big 5-0. There will be nothing quiet about it. I’m thinking Vegas baby!!

Summertime at work was busy too. I had 5 of the world’s best interns. They came ready to slay and slay they did. I will miss them when they leave me but Memphis is so lucky to have them. They represented University of Memphis, LeMoyne-Owen College & Rhodes College. http://www.astepaheadfoundation.org

I am so ready for Fall, my favorite season, and hopefully some cooler temps in the Mtown.

Belinda

How was your Summer 2016?

Beewisdom- Summer should get a speeding ticket- Unknown
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August 4, 2016
National Girlfriends Day
Hello Honeybees,

Monday August 1^st is National Girlfriends Day. Really everyday should be a celebration of great friendships.

I am so blessed to have such an amazing group of women in my girlfriend circle. Some have been friends since 6^th grade and others at different points in my life. No matter when these women came into my life they ALL have a special place in my heart.

So when Monday comes reach out to your girls and let them know how grateful you are to have them in your corner.

Unfortunately I don’t have pictures of me & all of my girlfriends but here are some of the women that I call FRIEND.

This crew met in 1985 at the University of Tennessee at Martin. We were given the name “Wolfpack” because we hung tight….then and now. Pictured from top to bottom. Velma, Adrienne, Cheryl, Me, Audrey

Adrienne & I met in 9th grade homeroom at Immaculate Conception High School of Girls. To say this that this is my “ride or die” is an understatement. We have been through it all TOGETHER!!!

More IC family, I met Carol in the 9th grade & Rikki in the 6th grade at St. Joseph. The ups & downs of life can’t keep us apart.

My crafty girlfriend and fellow cancer, Michelle. We met in the 6th grade and lived in the same neighborhood.

My little sister Stephanie. Although she is Michelle’s biological sister I claim her as mine.

UT Martin was good to me. Ponsella & I met at UTM. Although separated by a lot of miles we find a way to stay connected.

New Memphis Institute brought Miska & I together (S09) and the support and encouragement never stops.

Andrea & I met at Memphis State University, since then we graduated together, worked together, pledged together and serve the community together.

Jackie and I met through a mutual friend and our friendship has continued to grow. She is also my favorite Yogi…..Namaste

Last but certainly not least….Summer. Believe it or not Facebook brought us together. That’s a blog post all by itself. This lady keeps me inspired and believing for a better life.

HAPPY GIRLFRIENDS DAY!!!!!

Belinda

Beewisdom-A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out
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July 28, 2016
Loving The Skin I’m In
Hello Honeybees,

As some of you might know I am a contributor for Memphis Moms Blog and a few month ago some of us participated in a swimsuit photo shoot. When asked I jumped at the chance to participate.

Why did I do it?

Because this is MY YEAR OF YES!!

This is the year that I say YES to what scares me.

This is the year that I say YES to new adventures.

This is the year that I step out of my comfort zone.

For most of my life I have had a weight problem… I was always underweight.

Some people might say that’s not a real problem but to me it was. See, when I was growing up it wasn’t “cute” to be skinny like it is today. Finding clothes in a size zero was almost impossible. Yes I said zero. I was what you would call a bean pole, straight up & down and not a curve to be found. Yes, I was ashamed of my body. When people say that they want to be “high school fine” I say no way. I was nowhere near “high school fine”

1985

When I got married at 28 I was only 100 lbs. It wasn’t until after I had my second child at 34 that I was able to maintain what I called a decent weight. As with all things you have to learn to maintain once you reach your goal weight. That part is still a learning curve for me. I have now entered year 49 and the metabolism is not what it use to be. I have to watch what I eat and force myself to exercise. I’m still not exercising like I need to but it’s coming. Now I have curves that I have NEVER had. Some I wouldn’t mind shifting to other areas. I am loving my “woman” curves. I would take my 49 year old body over my 18 year old body any day.

2016

I said all that to say this….. I am so proud of where I am with feeling confident with my body. Do I feel this confidence every day? NOPE, but I have more great days than not so great days. Do I still have work to do? You bet. But I’m going to enjoy the ME that I have become!

So ladies, enjoy the body that you have. If YOU don’t like it do something about it. If YOU are happy with it than STRUT YOUR STUFF LIKE ONLY YOU CAN.

You can find the swimsuit pics here http://www.memphismomsblog.com. Enjoy!!!

Belinda

Are you loving you? If not then who will?

Beewisdom- If you never did you should. These things are fun and fun is good–Dr. Seuss
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July 21, 2016