DEAR KIMBERLY...THE YEAR OF FINDING MYSELF "29"

In a recent blog post titled GLAM'ONDAY ALERT~BIRTHDAY LETTER COUNTDOWN. I expressed details on something that I do every year. And since starting the details...the drezrehersal...the I Do's... where we share all thing events, weddings, relationships and lifestyle planning. What's near & dear to my heart is sharing my life experiences in personal & business with others. It's one of several "Golden Nuggets" I vowed to share once I reached a certain milestone in life.  I truly believe in providing knowledge to others who may be trying to reach a simpler lifestyle. GOD wants us to share our gifts with others and that will be my Birthday gift to you on September 1st. Before closing my last week's post I mentioned this statement.

I would love to motivate, mentor and most importantly be mindful of your dreams. If you like ideas on how you can get started, please send ASK KIMBERLY an email, Tweet Us or post your comments here.



We'll I received many emails & tweets and I like to share a Dear Kimberly letter from Miss. Shivawn A. Mitchell. Shivawn recently self publish her first book "Rewrite Your Story", which I introduced here on our Blog. However, since then the cover design has change & its FABULOUS. You'll be able to get more details on purchasing copies of the book below. I wanted Shivawn to share her personal story,  just to show my followers & readers that regardless of where you are in life. There is always room to "BETTER YOU".  I commend Shivawn and will be holding her accountable for her future goals & dreams that she has shared. As I always say writing your dreams & desires down makes you accountable.  Just make sure you take the time to thoroughly think about your dreams and goals, and make sure they cover the essential areas of life.  All while being mindful of these four words: Wisdom, Honesty, Patience and Love will push you to your destiny even more. So let's get it started...


Dear Kimberly,

Twenty Nine brought success, let downs, tears, excitement, inconsistency and eventually at the Aha Epiphany moment. At 29 Lady you were the poster child and spokesperson for the “Jack of all Trades and a Master of None”. You went from starting a online magazine to a women’s network and then your own book. But, the book stuck! Instead of pleasing yourself you were caught up in pleasing others in business ventures & in your personal life and that has never been you! You’ve lost friends, gained new ones.  Now you finally understand that it’s better to have a few good ones then a lot of posers. You've questioned where your “Guy” was and when the heck you would  leave that 9 to 5?

Through all the tears and laughs your book made you realize that failures and blunt truthfulness about life and being a LADY was your platform and true purpose in life! Thankful for the sunshine in recognizing your purpose. Later 29 it’s been some lessons.
30 is all about defining you and leaving your mark and giving it my best shot! I thought turning 30 would be a big pity party but instead it has turned into a BIG dream, bigger party and I LOVE it! I want so much in life, but instead of just hoping and not having a plan I have a master plan!

Heading to Dreamland

Shivawn Goals & Desires for "30"

• Laugh more. That hard tears rolling down your face can’t take it anymore laughing.
• Be a better friend, sister, daughter but with limits. I can’t fix people this year! I can encourage, pray for. And then your're on your own
• Release my final copy of my book in 2012
• Take a JUST ME vacation.
• Date
• Pour into myself! Read more, attend conferences and connect with people that can sharpen my skills
• Be in position to leave my 9 to 5
• Build my brand L.o.v.e.
• Be a great business partner
• Try new things. Just have fun!
• Meditate and have a better relationship with God

Unlike last year I have a plan on how I’m going to achieve these goals. I won’t go another day complaining about my situation but instead I will see what life is trying to teach me and learn from it. I want to inspire people,  so that means I need to give of my talents a little more. And I will operate by my new found personal mantra: I will no longer apologize for embracing & becoming who I am. I have survived much to qualify for this season in my life. I will not beg anyone to be a part of my life or business plans. I will inspire and shine light to help others. I am fabulous just the way I am. I AM a change agent!

Shivawn A. Mitchell
"Don't Just Have a Vision But Live it Loud"

To follow Shivawn on her journey Tweet her or check out her Website and you'll  be able reserve a copy of her book "Rewrite Your Story"~To be release in 2012. You may also leave comments directly here on our Blog, Follow Us on Twitter or send us your story at: ASK KIMBERLY.

Until next time live FABULOUS...

PREVIEW BOOK PARTY~REWRITE YOUR STORY by SHIVAWN A. MITCHELL

Three things I'm all for is empowering, supporting, up-lifting others. One question I often get ask when being interviewed: What is Your Golden Nugget of Advice? Just one of my answers: On your journey to success remember to be a blessing to someone else that may be striving for where you are now. When ask by Shivawn Mitchell entrepreneur of the Love Movement Network if I would take part in her Preview Book Party "Rewriting Your Story". My immediate answer was I would be honored. Just a little background on how I have had the pleasure to know Shivawn. Shivawn & I initially meet through a networking group that wasn't the Love Movement Network, which anyone who knows me knows I'm extremely comfortable being the sociable butterfly. That immediate connection than spilled over to twitter, which then lead her to interview me for her Radio Show. We have since than built a bond that far exceeds social networking. So, if you want the truth that may not always be served on a pretty platter I'm the girl to come to. I Say What I Mean & Mean What I Say, but the deliver is often with "LOVE".

REWRITE YOUR STORY
by Shivawn A. Mitchell

Soon after me saying yes, I received Shivawn first chapter titled, Loving Him More Than Me. The title alone definitely got my attention and I said to myself this is going to be deep. I made sure not to have any interruptions so I could give all my attention to the 12 pages that she in-trusted me with. It's like turning over your precious baby to someone and saying don't drop them. "Big Pressure". I won't give you the full details of the chapter, but it hit a core with me. OK , I enjoying teasing just a bit so I'll share a paragraph of the chapter with you.

Rewrite Your Story by Shivawn A. Mitchell

A portion of Chapter 1: Loving Him More Than Me

I remember coming back home from work one day, thinking about how I was tired of chasing men and dating ones who had commitment issues. I pretty much was in a serious dating slump by choice. So, I decided, out loud, that with the next guy I dated, I was going to take it slow, no rushing into a relationship just because my marriage plan hadn't worked out.

The plan was that I would meet my husband in college, we would graduate, get married, have children, live in a nice house and attend church every Sunday. My plans so didn't work out that way.

This particular paragraph was a red flag for me. However, life is like being in school 24-7~365 days. You're learning something everyday, then tested. You either "APPLY" the lesson or "FAIL" in the process, but "NEVER" Give-Up. After reading the chapter and providing my feedback to Shivawn to then receive an email back from her making me aware referencing words of encouragement for a Blog post I had written awhile ago. The post made a huge impact on her, which in-turn she makes reference of in the book Rewrite Your Story. I had no idea of this when she initially came to me to be part of the preview book party. Which now I know the favorable blessing I'm currently working on is definitely GOD saying your steps are moving in the right direction.

Shivawn is headed in that right direction with her Love Movement Network who's mission is
living out visions eternally through a community of women and teens of all ethnicity's and various ages that are committed to increasing their awareness in personal growth, financial freedom, health-beauty wellness, and developing entrepreneurs. It is our mission to impact each others lives in a positive manner as well as our community and the next generation.


I'm confidant that her personal journey will assist other women in its never to late to Rewrite Your Story. After reading the first chapter I was on pins & needles wanting more. I'll be waiting for the mail man everyday until I received my autograph copy.

Now that the previewing party is over let's get started with the pre-order party via @ www.shivawnamitchell.com  Rewrite Your Story pre-orders will be available until August 31st. To view my preview party comments on Rewrite Your Story~Loving Him More Than Me

Until next time live FABULOUS...