Hello Sweets!
I learned long ago sometimes life’s challenges are exactly the misadventure we need. Although they might be rough while you are going through them, there is always some good that comes from them. Like most people, it’s hard for me to admit I’m not perfect. I understand I’m a work in progress and am very proud of that. I figure if we are complacent or stagnant we aren’t really living, so trying and failing is better than just being idle. However I do still like to think all my actions, reactions & interactions are executed perfectly with poise & class. I am smart enough to know that’s not always the case, I am human, but my ego wishes it to be true and day by day I am working and willing it to be true.
I recently went through a major professional & personal upset, I was forced to make some difficult decisions & make major changes to my business Blue Vanilla. At first I was devastated, I lost a friend, a business partner and my baby, the very thing I put all my heart & soul into, Blue Vanilla was suffering while we were trying to dissolve our partnership.
Now that all that is in the past, and I realize that light at the end of the tunnel isn’t a train ready to take me out I’m feeling like me again, I am proud to say I’m back on track! Whew, almost let the challenge life threw at me, get the best of me. Close call, but I came out on top!
Luckily, this lil hiccup has made me more resilient, and now my business is back on the mend and beginning to strive once again 
To start fresh, and to change from a negative challenge to a positive one, I launched a new purse line on the site and updated all jewelry and the entire look of the site. It was the best way for me to redirect my focus and change not only my mood but my direction. It fueled the fire that motivates me to succeed.
Now that the chapter has closed, I find myself a lil bruised, but mostly proud. I am once again doing this on my own, my way. I have found my myself and now both my business & myself are doing big amazing things. I LOVE life’s lil misadventures whether they are good or bad they are when we learn the most about ourselves and our own true character.
I would like to extend a personal thank you to a fellow blogger I’m Not Lost Just Weird for reminding me to stay strong, focused and most of all happy & positive. Your encouraging words truly did more than I can ever actually express. THANK YOU!
I’ve been wondering what happened to you, hadn’t seen your posts and the BV site had been down for awhile, until I noticed it back up yesterday while I clicked on another persons BV banner! I’m sorry to hear of your losses, I know it’s quite challenging and disheartening but I do believe that bad things must happen in order to push out the good. So perhaps what comes put of this is bigger and better for you! Like the purse line! That’s an added plus! Kudos! Let us know if any of us in the blogging world can help.
Aww thanks Jeni! It has been a challenge, but I can already see all the good that will come from making such difficult decisions…sometimes I hate being a grown up
I’m fully motivated once again, and ready to continue to build one day at a time. Genuinely appreciate the support, it warms my heart & put a smile on my face…truly priceless! THANK YOU!
So sorry to hear the change in BV, but am glad you’ve revamped and pressed through it! Partnerships are always the hardest. No matter who the person is. I LOVE the launch of the purses. Super cute!! Praying for you and the business during this rough time. The Lord works all things for the better
Awww thanks Kelsy! I’ve said many many prayers myself, but every extra one helps! I adore the purses too, got myself one of each
#shoppingaddict
Darling, whatever the challenges were, they have made you a better and stronger woman. We thrive after adversity, no matter how hard and believe me I know. I lost everything due to another persons deceit, but because of God and hard work, I am now better than ever. You have my support in what ever endevour you choose to do. I will always support my fellow entrepreneur (especially women), because who else do we have but each other? Much love and blessings darling.
From the depths of my heart, THANK YOU! This challenge did run me off course for a few weeks, but I will NEVER give up on my dreams or my baby Blue Vanilla. Completely agree, this has made me stronger even if it hurt like hell going through it! Thankfully, my business is once again fully mine and I can do it 100% on my terms! BV is already rebounding greatly with big things on its horizon, totally worth all the drama and heartache!
So glad to hear you are rebounding with passion. It’s always so much better to do things 100% on your terms. Wishing you the best darling.