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“Mommy, may I take ballet?” I asked politely.  “No, sweetie.  You don’t have time,” Mom would reply.  “What about the Girl Scouts? ...  Gymnastics? … African Dance?...” I would insist over several years.  The response from my mother would always be the same. 

You see, our time was spent in school, church and studying music.  I was informed of that much later when I became cognizant of all the plans that had been put in place for the expectation of my arrival…the baby girl…the last child of 4 (3 boys prior).  The wheels were already turning and I was to take up the course.

Throughout my self-discovery, my mom, the only other lady in the house, was always there to remind me of just how special I was.  Although I wanted to run around and romp through the trees like my older brothers, she gently reminded me of my skirts and my delicate skin as to steer me away from playing too roughly.

Mom could tell that I was a free-spirited child, and helped to guide me with firm yet gentle discipline that was always feminine, patient and quaint.  I don’t know any other parent who can get a response out of their child to not misbehave in such a sophisticated manner.  Mom seemed to be magical in this way.

Observing my mother move about so gracefully on a regular basis, as if nothing seemed to bother her or make her sweat, instilled in me how to carry myself in a lady-like manner.  To this day, I contradict that in several ways in an attempt to be defiant, but what she has instilled seems to usurp most of my rebellious efforts and prevails; leaving behind a lasting impression of sweetness that most people who meet me have a hard time seeing beyond.  What a gift she has given me.

Growing up with musical roots, I had to play an instrument.  The flute was my parent’s first choice, yet at 6 years old, the violin was my choice.  Where before, my request for activities yielded a delicate “no” from my mom, this particular time, my request was met.  How empowered I felt at the age of 7 when I started to formally study the violin.

Having performed with my family since the age of 2 as a singer, doing so was not my cup of tea.  I did NOT like to sing, but that talent was quickly associated with the “Jenifer” surname.  Gwendolyn Jenifer, the matriarch, would compose and arrange pieces for us in 4 part harmony to learn and perform at various venues throughout the United States.  As we got older, the pieces got more complicated and more involved, and they even began to include our instruments as well.  This became normal for me.

As life would see fit, our family unit would change….brothers would go off to college, I would pause my violin studies to play sports.  Ironically, I majored in Music Engineering Technology, studying voice, even though I hated to sing.  The violin took a back seat, yet Mom didn’t fret.  She just let me spread my wings with the broadest and most supportive smile on her face.

I eventually lost my voice, but even more devastating was when the summer of 1998 hit, we unexpectedly lost our patriarch….my mother’s husband of 30 years, our father, and her best friend.

My world crumbled, and I wanted my spirit to join his.  Yet, it was my mother’s quiet strength, determination and graceful mourning that inspired me to keep pressing forward although crying became a daily activity for several months after his passing. 

She continued to serve and minister to others through her musical gifts.  She demonstrated courage and moxie when she needed to in order to pull up her own straps when no one seemed to be around to help her. 

Because my father’s teaching pension was exhausted rather quickly, she had to face many challenges including possible foreclosure, bankruptcy and nowhere to live independently.  To this day, I’m amazed at how she never let us see her sweat.  She remained poised and graceful the entire time.

My mother turned to God to carry her through and lead in the direction that he would see fit for her.  Through her quiet meditation, service and complaint-less manner of living, He quickly answered her.  Girding her with a brilliant mind and entrepreneurial spirit, my mother started a business with the little she had.

Her music continued as she drove around the DC metro area in her 13 year old Neon, the last bit of property she owned that my father had purchased.  After long days of teaching, conducting, composing, singing, playing, arranging and writing, my mother poured her remaining energy on a daily basis into her business.

While maintaining her feminine nature, within a little over one year, Mom now lives on her own again, owns property, overcame bankruptcy, has grown a business that generates at least four figures consistently each month, and the business pays for her new car!  At age 66 with a new beginning and outlook on life, Mom decided to completely transition to locs that she loves and beautifully wears.

As a result of growing up as Gwen’s daughter, I have followed in her footsteps as a music educator and entrepreneur.  We both continue to bestow the love of music to young children and adults; her with the piano and voice, and me with the violin.  The same way she empowered me by cultivating my request, I pass along this treasure that she has given to me.

It gives me great pleasure to pay tribute to her this day and every day.  She is truly an amazing woman, whom I unselfishly love, admire, and adore.  I’m honored to be a part of her legacy….her music.

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Are you curious to learn more about the spiritual side of money and how to tap into your inner-workings to make yourself more attractive to receiving money?

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Let's help each other grow and connect!!!

Let's explore money energy and how we can redirect our own to be in alignment with having more of it if that's what you desire!!!

See you around with the other money magnets!!!

Looking forward to connecting with you!

Hugs! ♥

You know when you come across something that is so good that you want to share it with everyone, but you're a little sad because you know everyone won't see it's value?  That's a little of what I'm feeling right now honestly.

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I hear people all of the time complaining about their jobs, not having enough money for this or that, the economy, being fearful, etc. of everything that is to happen in the future. 

But, I don't see them taking proactive action to fix their problem.  I don't hear anyone sharing how they "fixed their own mess."

It could be for several reasons.  They may be too embarrassed to share.  Understandable.  Then again, they may like being miserable because it gives their lives some value... something to talk about.

I know this sounds harsh, but that's where people are dropping the ball when it comes to their financial health.  They are  not taking ownership for their issues. 

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I want to provide you with options.  With an affordable and practical solution to your money woes.  You can take back ownership for your finances and learn what to do properly so that you can get off the hamster wheel of 9 to 5 and paycheck to paycheck; so you can live free.

Living free is not paying a mortgage, car note and whatever else monthly, middle-class, "Jones" expenses you may have currently.

Living free is something totally different that is not out of your reach.

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Take a second and view the above.  You will feel what I'm talking about.  It's time to take ownership.  We're already moving quickly through the first quarter of this year.

It's time to start making proactive decisions around your financial health.

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Love you much!!!!

I have just been asked by one of my colleagues to present to elementary aged school children what it takes to be an entrepreneur.  I can only imagine what I could have become had someone shared with me the importance of working for yourself.

I'm looking forward to creating my 10 minute presentation to give to them.  I can't wait to answer their questions!!!

Any suggestions?

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I just used it to find out prices for a particular event I'm interested in in another state.  Very quick, fast and easy to use.  It felt better than doing a google search!!! 

I can ask them anything about my finances....

Any question I can think of, I can ask.

Here are a few questions that they will provide the answers for:

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The list is endless!

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Whatever works best for you!!!

Just a quick reminder....

Don't put off for tomorrow what you can do today.

If you can accomplish it, do it.

If you can conceive it, do it...

As soon as you feel the nudge to do something.... do it...

Take inspired action my friend.... always.... each and every time you experience the "nudge."

It won't lead you astray...

I'm delighted to hear more and more love-based consciousness among the masses.  Two of my favorite artists: Brandy and India.Arie have created songs and missions around the greatest and powerful human emotion!!!

Love is an experience unlike any other, yet it is one of the most misunderstood and neglected, although it's innate...

Interesting...

The more we generate the feeling of love and feel/spread compassion to one another, the less hate will exist in the world.  Hate cannot survive in a love-filled world.  It only takes the square root of one percent of a population to make a significant change.

The most powerful energy in the Universe can be harnessed and used right from your heart.

A better world begins with you!!!!

What Would LOVE Do?

When times seem challenging, and your luck is on the other end of your best, the one thing you must remember is "It only gets better."  Whatever the temptations may be regarding stopping, and letting go of a goal you set for yourself, accept nothing less except to reach it.  In due time, you will get to where you are trying to go.

How you perceive your current situation will determine how quickly you will get there.  Do you see your status as being "in trouble" or "having hard times" or "suffering..." anything that can suggest you are "down?"  Or, do you see it as a "growing period" a "temporary divergence," or even a "bump in the road."  One group of words imply difficulty, hardship and struggle.  The other group suggest something less negative... more like a challenge or an obstacle.

Laden with the negative energy of the first set of words, you'll feel heaviness and pressure, which could cause you very easily to lose sight of your goals and give up.

But armed with optimism and clear focused energy in the second set of words, you're less likely to lose sight of what you're trying to accomplish.

Didn't Thomas Edison say, "I haven't failed.  I only found 10,000 ways that didn't work"? (Maybe the number wasn't exactly 10,000, but it was big!--lol.. You get the point!)

We must adopt this same attitude around life.

As an entrepreneur, giving up is not an option.
As a parent, giving up is not an option.
As a mate or spouse, giving up is not an option. (although some exceptions apply....)

When you make a choice to be successful, see success through to the very end, and then choose to be successful again.

No matter how big or how small, it's important for self-growth and development to ALWAYS remember to celebrate your successes.  Feeling that sense of accomplishment; recognizing the energizing sense of well-being from doing something that had seemed like a task or a feat before.... That's wonderful nourishment for your well-being.

Doing so on a regular basis will keep you motivated and inspired to keep going and not to slow down... to maintain your momentum.

I'm writing this to myself as a little "pat on the back" for getting out of the house today during the time that I said I would!  I feel so much better and not pressed for time. 

I'm energized.  My blood is moving well.  I'm breathing freely.  My head is clear and I'm ready to really start the day.

I just want to celebrate this first accomplishment of the day before I get showered and dressed.

Then, it's off to the next tasks for the day.

I keep in mind though that as long as I'm moving forward and not feeling stagnant, everything always works out for the greatest good and not to ever worry about getting it all done.

Until next time.

Hugs,
Megan