A light bulb moment

I had one of those moments today that I swear, could have lit the entire room up. And it came at a very strange time.

I'm still in NC for client meetings and today happened to be the last day of a client that I have worked with ever since I started my job. I was 21 when we first met and I have a lot of respect for him as a marketing professional and as a colleague. He had no reason to trust me or even acknowledge me in the business but yet, he gave me opportunities that I never asked for but gave me the chance to excel.

So all that being said, he will be missed and I owe him much of what I am as a professional because of the trust he put in me.

But, during the farewell party today, I noticed that everyone speaking about him talked about his dedication to the business, his building of the brand and how closely he is tied to the success of the business.

It was lovely and moving and very much true - but my light bulb moment was this: what if at the end of my career wherever that might be, I am only remembered for my work dedication? I'm very proud of my work and my career but I don't want to be defined by that only. I would rather be seen as a good daughter, a caring sister, a loving aunt and a Christian friend.

So please hold me accountable. I want to work hard at my job and do the best that I can do but in the meantime, help me be the best whatever I am to you. Because at the end of the day, that's what makes my heart happy and helps me sleep well at night.