My story starts with my Irish immigrant grandmother's wisdom, strength and sense of humor, which helped her leave her home on 24 hours notice alone for a new life in a strange country. She had many challenges to face and passed that wisdom on to my mother who then imparted that wisdom to me. Over the years, I would mention an expression I heard my entire life and was always amazed at the positive reaction my expressions received. Many times I was told I should write a book and finally the spirit moved me and I did just that. I had an advantage in being a marketing and communications professional so I understand the writing and marketing process but in the financial services industry. My challenge was transferring that core knowledge to the publishing space. Again, my angels intervened many times to make the right connections for me. Now getting published was one thing, but I could never have even guessed in my wildest dreams all the very cool people I would meet and just wanted to help me and who touched me and who I got to touch. I was able to bring back warm memories of grandmothers, mothers, fathers, etc. those here and those past. As I went along, I met two authors writing a book about "Wise Irish Women" and I was their first chapter, coming out in the fall. This gave me yet another opportunity to honor my grandmother, mother, father with stories about their strength of character and sense of humor in managing life's ups and down. You mention being mindful, I am happy that I listened to the little voice and my body telling me to do this. I am often asked about success and I respond that I am just enjoying the ride and looking forward to what is coming next. I don't worry, I just go and it just keeps getting better and better. I don't think in this day and age you can speak enough positiveness into people and encourage them enough. I am so excited to be part of a positive contribution to the larger conversation in my small way. Please check out my site www.reneegatz.com to learn more about me and my book. |
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