A Link-Up With Influential Ladies

I am excited to take part in the Influence Network link-up today!! I have only been in this network for about 2 months but I have learned so much, either through their online classes or through the amazing ladies I follow on Twitter. I have never been a part of a network where so many women are encouraging each other in the most Christ like way. It was definitely God's hand that led me to find this network and embrace the writer I want to be.

Now on to the fun stuff....


A photo of myself that I love:

I picked this photo for many reasons. I love the city of Austin; I love keeping things weird and meeting such unique people. I am also in love with my turquoise cruiser and I enjoy riding it around downtown Austin. I'm sorry that you can't really see my face but I couldn't pass up the beautiful skyline behind me! :)

3 Things About Me (that you might not know from reading my blog):

1. I am a fan of all things sports. Sports junkie. Foam finger enthusiast. Any way you want to put it, I love sports. Many people who know me now don't know that I used to be a Jr. High and High school coach for 5 years. Aside from that, I played volleyball and basketball for most of my life. I now enjoy yelling at the refs at any football game (in the nicest Christian way possible, of course!) I mix my passion for sports and writing by writing for a college football website. It's kinda fun being the only girl on that site but that's what I need the Influence Network for- some girl interaction!!

2. I am a dog mommy. While I don't blog about him much (does that make me a horrible owner?) I am the proud dog mom of a 9 year old pit bull mix. He is the sweetest dog but protects me when necessary...and that's awesome! I named him Melo, nickname of the NBA basketball player Carmelo Anthony. I told you I'm a sports junkie.

3. I love to keep it local. Living in Austin has its benefits and one of them includes supporting small businesses. I love to explore local coffee shops, food trailers and boutiques. I don't go anywhere without my Go Local card that gives me discounts at most local businesses. It's my favorite accessory. I also enjoy checking out all of the local festivals, such as the kite festival, ice cream festival, trailer food festival. You can probably find me roaming around any festival Austin is having. :)

One thing I've learned on the Network:

I've learned how to encourage other women to pursue the talents that God has blessed them with. I find that in my conversations with other ladies encouragement is flowing out of me like never before. God has made a "cheerleader" for the creatives the past couple of months, something that I never was before. I was so focused on my own work and how far I could get. Selfish, I know, but God has changed my heart and taught me that while I am building my own brand I can also be lifting up those around me. It's not all about me.

I can't wait to meet more of the ladies in the network and form closer friendships with the ones I've already met. So don't hesitate to drop me a line and let me know how I can stay in touch with you!