Growing through Life...

You may not know what’s ahead of you in this journey called life, but with the right GPS system you will make it to your destination.  We all know that when you use a GPS, all you have to do is place the address in the system and usually you end up where you want to go.   You may make the wrong turn, or go through a detour, but no matter what, the GPS will still get you there.  With a GPS, there are several routes to get you to your destination.  And everyone doesn’t have to take the same route to get where they need to go.  Well, this is how life is…  There are rules to everything including life and it’s best to follow directions when you have them to follow.  (TNG)

Tawana Gibbs

Natl. Executive Director/Founder

Summer is OFFICIALLY here!

Summer 2010 is already here! OMG! We have had such a productive year! The National Executive Board would like to extend many thanks to the Savannah State Colony for really out doing themselves with all their community service opportunities. We only hope for things to get better as we move forward. We have had our hands in many pots between last year and this year and have started and complete many initiatives. We have a big development with Lisa Nicole Bell, the CEO of the Inspired Girls. She will assist in helping to groom SSE. She has written a book which will be released this month called Legacy Letters which will highlight collections of short stories aimed at educating and empowering young ladies. This is definitely what we want our up in coming ladies to be apart of on the Collegiate level. We are all excited about this partnership and expect to give and get many great things. Last but, not least…

Summer time is officially here! I know that warmer temperatures mean trying to stay cool but, let’s keep our dress tasteful. Fewer clothes such as shorts and tanks will help with dealing with the sudden rise in temperature but, we DON’T have to have everything out. Let’s leave a little bit to the imagination. Remember, I am you, you are me and we are SSE!

submitted by:
Jamese Beazer
NEB VP of Finance

ONE!

One song can spark a moment, One flower can wake the dream.

One tree can start a forest, One bird can herald spring.

One smile begins a friendship, One handclasp lifts a soul.

One star can guide a ship at sea, One word can frame the goal.

One vote can change a nation, One sunbeam lights a room. One candle wipes out darkness, One laugh will conquer gloom.

One step must start each journey, One word must start each prayer.

One hope will raise our spirits, One touch can show you care.

One voice can speak with wisdom, One heart can know what’s true.

One life can make the difference, You see, it’s up to you!


(Unknown Author) Submitted by: Synovia Dover-Harris

"Set your mind on things above, not on earthly things" (I Thessalonians 4:12, NIV)

 

A motivational vitamin for the month just for you ….

In life we are often doomed by the riches of the world instead of the riches from our almighty king, Jesus Christ. We find ourselves trapped over not having the nicest car, highest paying job, handsome looking man, or the biggest house in the neighborhood. I challenge you to take a moment and reflect on the priceless riches that God has already given you and those that he has ordained you to have. I challenge you to look beyond the physical materials and reflect on the gift of salvation that God has given. I challenge you to go back to that long night when our awesome God was nailed in his sides, bleeding to death, just for a sinner like you and I so we could have life and live it more abundantly. How precious is a gift than a man who would lay down his for you and I? It’s priceless!

I challenge you to set your mind on Jesus Christ. Amen

By Angela Chambliss

Who are you and what is your purpose?

There are some interesting articles posted on the Little Pink Book (www.littlepinkbook.com) that should sign-up for and one article particularly I found interesting and wanted to share with you called "Why Are You Here?".

The article reads:
“Without a clear sense of who we are and where we’re headed, it's easy to get off course,” says Dr. Ann Daly,  career coach, author and columnist for The Glass Hammer. Her secret to staying focused on the big picture? Clarity.

“Clarity is our inner compass; it keeps us focused on what matters most,” Daly says, adding that spreading ourselves too thin can make women more vulnerable to distraction and burnout. It's easy to get bogged down in day-to-day tasks and forget the higher purpose that keeps you going - at home, at work and in your everyday life. "To regain clarity," she explains, "you've got to step back and press pause."

To review more of the article visit:  

http://littlepinkbook.com/little-pink-book/business/why-are-you-here

So as you continue to go through your daily life, take some time to clarify what's important in your life. Continue to strive for success! Until next time... cherish each and every moment of the day.

Thanks,

Chrissy Terry

Spring Cleaning

It's that time of year again. We dread it, but it has to be done. It is the only way to keep things fresh and livable. Its funny that some of the physical things that we are required to do in our everyday lives or as the seasons change, is the same thing we must do in our lives. 

Have you ever felt like you just needed a good cry?  Your soul just needing to cleanse itself? Or maybe you are finally done with a partnership, friendship or relationship that continues to weigh you down and you know its time to really be done with that situation. Well, that’s what “spring cleaning” entails when it comes to our lives. I know, easier said then done. But when you are in the process of going to the next level in your life, certain habits or certain people DO NOT QUALIFY to join you in your journey; especially when you are ascending to greater heights. We dread it and sometimes we procrastinate, but ultimately we must ensure that we do it. If not, you will find yourself in the same situation for years to come.  

Change and Growth is the only constant in life. Embrace that concept and renew your mind daily so that you can be the best you. Striving for Excellence isn’t about being perfect. We will always miss the mark when we try to  BE PERFECT. Striving for Excellence is giving your best and being your best. It is trying your hardest to emulate love and displaying integrity and character. Because once you give your best, that’s all you can give. So if you haven’t started cleaning or cleansing, today is a great day to make a decision to make it a part of your daily life.

Tawana N. Gibbs

Executive Director/Co-Founder

A Friend... 
by: Author Unknown, Source Unknown
Submitted by: Synovia Dover-Harris 

 

(A)ccepts you as you are (B)elieves in "you" (C)alls you just to say "HI" (D)oesn't give up on you (E)nvisions the whole of you (even the unfinished parts) (F)orgives your mistakes (G)ives unconditionally (H)elps you (I)nvites you over (J)ust "be" with you (K)eeps you close at heart (L)oves you for who you are (M)akes a difference in your life (N)ever Judges (O)ffer support (P)icks you up (Q)uiets your fears (R)aises your spirits (S)ays nice things about you (T)ells you the truth when you need to hear it (U)nderstands you (V)alues you (W)alks beside you (X)-plains thing you don't understand (Y)ells when you won't listen and (Z)aps you back to reality   A friend...