Hello Boyd!

Sure is great to see you posting! I have missed you!

This weekend was extra hectic, with the highlight being a Memorial Service for people who have lost babies. Sounds ironic that this was a highlight, but I lost my first child at birth. I later went on to lead the group that was hosting this event, so when I return to the big events, it is with great warmth I am received. I get LOTS of hugs and get to follow up with the families whose lives I have had the privilege of being with during a traumatic times in their lives.

> Because there's always a way to be well paid
> for the same activities you're willing to do
> for free.

***As a leader, I was coaching families through their grief. As a newsletter editor for their newsletter for five years, I was preparing for being the editor of "Discovering Your Passion" and my numerous other publications.

> So I suggest keeping a diary of what you
> voluntarily do for an entire weekend. Update
> it every half hour. Then analyze it.

***One of the Moms I have known for many years started crying at the podium. I told her later, "Laura, tears are a good thing. Sharing Parents taught me to cry authentically. It was an excellent lesson." Then she thought about it some more, and we talked and analyzed some more. It was a great lesson, for both of us.

> Hope this was useful...

***Sparked some thoughts for me, Boyd!

THANK YOU!

With Purpose and Passion,

JULIE

> -Boyd




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