Jewel Bouquets Karen Grisham knew that if she designed something pretty with sparkle and clipped it on to her bra or bikini top it would look amazing. A necklace… but not.  Something brand new.  Something NOT EVEN Cleopatra had ever worn.  Karen’s mind swirled with ideas and excitement and the Decolletage Jewel Bouquet was born. While
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“Struggling marriage.” Wait — I think that’s redundant. =) Is it me, or do all marriages struggle?  Many times I’ve told my kids that Chris and I argue because — you know — we’re TWO (very) different people and we’re COMMITTED to ONE marriage. Before anyone’s mind goes awry, my marriage is “good.” My Mister loves me, and I
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Having just returned from Warrior Moms weekend where 16 mothers of severely disabled children were able to rest, relax and rejuvenate, I sit at my computer humbled. Grateful.  Blessed.  My cup truly runneth over and life is good. Some of you guys ask questions about my schedule… how much flex do I allow? how regimented
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It’s easy to see why business strategists like myself depend on AND encourage our clients to depend on referral partners.  I can’t think of a much easier way to cultivate new clients and prospects than having another professional / trusted advisor sending them to your door.  Imagine… A CPA sending business clients to an HR
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Imagine this. There’s a farmer who is well liked, popular, jovial.  He’s a personality, a walking billboard.  His truck is (of course) a sexy John Deere green.  He shakes hands at every chamber meeting, every board meeting, and makes his presence known about town.   He owns more land than anyone in the county, and rents
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