I cannot tell you how many times I have not attempted to do something in life cause I had mind-blocks. I’d say “Oh that’s too hard for me to do,” “That’s for people more educated than me,” “ I need way more money for this,” or “I would never be able to do this.”
Well that’s exactly where my mindset was on December 21, 2018 when Dianna Smith called me and asked me to join Diamond Club. I thought she has completely lost her mind. I could never do Diamond Club! I mean me? She had picked the wrong person! She said, “I am not asking you. I am telling you are. I have already spoken to them and I am sponsoring you.” 😳
I put the phone down and thought about it with my family. I thought, “Well what do I have to lose? Worst comes to worst I just won’t get past the first month? If not for myself, I could at least try for Dianna.” I decided to give it a shot, but without even having started anything I was convinced that this was going to be too difficult and I would fail. I began speaking to many people that had done DC in the past. Some of them had completed it and many who didn’t. Then a little voice came into my head and I thought, maybe my sponsors Dianna Smith and Kailey could be right. What if I do try this with all my heart? What if failing isn’t an option for me? What if I make this a positive self development journey to win?
Yes, it was a lot of work and yes, there were days I was like "Why did I get myself into this ?" And sure I did not advance my rank, BUT here I am at the finish line. Not only did I graduate, I finished in the top 50 at 27th place (I think out of 350 or something).
I am actually currently at the winners' sourcing trip. I am still in denial that I actually am worthy to be here. I want to stay humble and not be arrogant when I say all this but, it’s SOLEY because someone believed in me. After 4 very hard and long months (honestly felt like 4 years) being able to change so many amazing families' lives one drop at a time just makes my heart tear up. All the efforts were completely worth it; not just to finish DC, but to be able to help people.
I further want to say this took a whole village 🙌🏼.
First place really goes to my husband! He has been an amazing rock. The sacrifices my kids and him have made are just endless! I was not there for Easter or Spring breaks. He took care of everything: dinner, school activities, and so much MORE.
Next, I have to say a huge thank you to the amazing team I have! You guys are all rockstars. All the hard work you have done to hold me from losing. You guys took on my pressure to make sure I would make it to the finish line.
There’s nothing that can happen in my life without my mommy of course. The number of trips she made, the mentoring calls, calling my kids and husband everyday, especially when I am out, and constantly reminding me that this is about healing and not winning. She would tell me "If you continue doing this with the right heart, you will be blessed."
Last but not least, all my friends. You guys are my rock! The meals, the support, prayers, all the cheerleading, and everything else was all seen! I am so appreciative of it all!
As I have come alone to this trip, the whole way I look back and deeply, in my heart, see my whole village cheering for me will all their heart. I see all their smiles and tears for me. I love each and everyone of you. 💕
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