The tougher the battle, the greater the reward. I have often had to remind myself of this, especially when the struggles and pains in my life appear to have no end. Just as the pressure intensifies, I have learned that my determination should as well. I must remember the reason why I started and what […]

If we never allow ourselves to experience the things that we imagine, we are not really living our lives according to what God purposed us for. To achieve the impossible requires fortitude and determination. You must also be willing to let go of somethings that you previously thought was a part of you. Letting go […]

One of the hardest things for me to understand has been what is my purpose in life. I’m the kind of individual who has seen a lot and experienced a lot. I’ve had my shares of ups and downs, both good and some bad ones. While everything has provided me with an opportunity to learn, […]

More than anything, a person is happiest when they can be themselves, without reservations, judgements, or ridicule. Being who we really are allows us to make the right connections in life, and add value and benefit from these connections. If the skilled position of a football player is that of a defensive back, they will […]

One of the toughest challenges for an entrepreneur is making the decision to pour all of themselves into their dreams. For me, the difficult part was dropping the crutches and learning how to faithfully balance my life on the foundations of what I wanted to become. I admit that sometimes my dreams have felt like […]

In your lifetime, there will be moments when you will be required to push. These moments happen when you get behind your purpose, and it appears that it has stalled in the middle of the road. You may want to move on to the next step, but you lack the enthusiasm and momentum needed to […]

The journey of a dreamer can be rewarding and often times very exhaustive. There are many ups and downs, as well as twists and turns that can slow you down or speed things up. For myself, and I imagine it being the same for others, is the challenge of knowing what street to drive upon, […]

According to a definition provided by Merriam-Webster’s online dictionary, the word joy is defined by an emotion evoked by well being, success or good fortune, or the prospect of possessing what one desires. The same dictionary defines happiness as a state of well being and contentment. For many people, the presence of joy and happiness […]

When nothing else seems to make sense, I will find encouragement in the little things that life offers. I firmly believe that all things happen for a reason. With the good, we are able to easily embrace it, and yet with the bad sometimes we have to dig deep to find the strength to endure […]

Hawaii is a prime destination for tourist and vacationers. Made up of six unique islands, it is known for its abundant beaches, white sands, colorful landscapes, and beautiful weather. Hawaii is also richly embedded in cultures, which are complimented by delicious foods and traditions that date back hundreds of years. Recently I learned that unlike […]