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Epilogue 2018: Almost Killed Me

Posted onDecember 30, 2018January 26, 2019AuthorRonda Lee

Since 2016, I have attended on average two funerals a year. Hospital visitations and funerals have become my new normal. If I were in my late 60s, this would be part of the aging process of life. Yet, I am only 46. In 2017, the Read More …

CategoriesHealth, Inspiration, Lifestyle, Relationships

Reflections on 2017

Posted onDecember 26, 2017September 4, 2018AuthorRonda Lee

This time last year I fretted what a Trump presidency would bring for 2017. It was worse than my cynical mind could imagine. More pressing was my mother’s cancer diagnosis. She had surgery a few days before Christmas 2016. Her health and recovery were paramount. Read More …

CategoriesHolidays, Inspiration, Lifestyle

My Brother’s Keeper

Posted onAugust 27, 2017May 30, 2019AuthorRonda Lee

July 8th my heart stopped. My faith was challenged. My 25-year-old nephew died in an accident. The loss of my father in 2004 was devastating. The loss of my nephew was beyond traumatic. When I received the news about my nephew, I was angry at Read More …

CategoriesInspiration, Lifestyle, Military, Relationships

Wisdom from The Alchemist

Posted onJune 26, 2016April 8, 2019AuthorRonda Lee

Three years ago, someone gifted me a copy of The Alchemist saying that it would change my life. I did not read it until this weekend. Five years ago, I embarked on my own Santiago-esque journey leaving Chicago and the law to pursue my dream Read More …

CategoriesBooks, Dream Chasing, Entrepreneurship, Inspiration

Free Your Mind!

Posted onAugust 12, 2015August 10, 2018AuthorRonda Lee

Our brain is a muscle that needs to be exercised and fed. Just like our bodies can’t live off of junk food, so too our brain needs substantive meals. Feed your body, soul, mind, and spirit.

CategoriesInspiration, Lifestyle, Women

2014 – Year in Review

Posted onDecember 31, 2014August 10, 2018AuthorRonda Lee

They say what doesn’t kill you only makes you stronger. Dream chasing can be a long road of failures, but success only comes from many failed attempts. Sometimes I think, I cannot take any more. Hold on. Press forward, one foot in foot of the Read More …

CategoriesDream Chasing, Holidays, Inspiration, Lifestyle

Fall Lull -Winter’s Slump

Posted onSeptember 23, 2014September 23, 2014AuthorRonda Lee

Dream chasers and entrepreneurs, the end of the year is near. There is a danger with the upcoming cold weather and holiday season to put goals in hibernation mood until after the New Year. Remember this is a marathon not a sprint. My latest Huffington Read More …

CategoriesDream Chasing, Inspiration

Power of Words

Posted onAugust 26, 2014April 30, 2019AuthorRonda Lee

  “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Bones will heal, but a broken spirit is hard to resurrect. After constantly being told that you are a failure and will not amount to anything, unless a person is strong, Read More …

CategoriesInspiration, Lifestyle

Enjoying the Moment

Posted onAugust 18, 2014March 31, 2019AuthorRonda Lee

My third article is published on Huffington Post. It focuses on learning to enjoy our moments. You have worked hard investing in yourself, so partake of the dividends guilt free. I know it is better to give than receive, but why do we feel guilt Read More …

CategoriesDream Chasing, Inspiration, Women

MoNe Davis – Girl on Fire

Posted onAugust 15, 2014August 15, 2018AuthorRonda Lee

I am watching MoNe Davis and I am in awe! I have not been this excited since Gabby Douglas won gold in London 2012. A shut out in her first game of the Little League World Series. Ms. Davis is an inspiration not only to Read More …

CategoriesInspiration, Lifestyle, Women

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Advice to My Younger Self

Posted onAugust 4, 2014August 28, 2018AuthorRonda Lee

Last week, two friends called for advice. One asked about a job interview and the other about what was holding back career goals. I told both of them that their anxiety was indicative of their age. I was not being condescending.  The saying “youth is wasted Read More …

CategoriesCareers, Dream Chasing, Inspiration

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Birthday Wishes

Posted onJuly 2, 2014August 15, 2018AuthorRonda Lee2 Comments

Today is my birthday. I get to see my mom, nieces, and nephews. I get to enjoy mom’s cooking and catching up with auntie’s babies the entire weekend. So grateful for loving family and supportive friends. Just when I thought things could not get better, my Read More …

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