The Dare Dreamer Movement by Julene Fleurmond

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Ever been overwhelmed by all of your passions, and had no idea how to fit everything you want to do into your life? I’m one of those people who has so many interests that it took changing my major about five times to settle down with one. From business, to design, journalism and medicine, it’s sometimes hard balancing all of my interests. A while ago I picked up this book from the library and couldn’t put it down:

Wow! his book described me exactly, and the advice in it shows how you can still pursue every one of your passions, even if people around you discourage you. I loved the tips for students and entrepreneurs. With enough balance and planning throughout life you won’t be a “jack-of all-trades and master of none”, but a real Renaissance woman.

The book gives examples of “Renaissance Souls” throughout history, like Dr. Maya Angelou who has done everything from acting and producing, to writing and being a civil-rights activist. I loved this book so much that I was taking notes, re-reading parts and had to renew it 4 times (the limit) and held it hostage for another few weeks or so raking up some library fines. It was worth it though! You can find out more at the author’s website or pick up a copy at Amazon. I think I may have to buy it because I still haven’t finished it.

One more way to become the essence of a Renaissance Woman.

If there were no pain, happiness would not be as pleasurable. If we did not fail, success would not taste as sweet. Often, it is after the storm, and after the toil that you see the true blessing.

One of the latest design projects I did was for a contest at one of my favorite blogs Afrobella.com. It’s a wonderful site that inspires women to embrace the true, natural essence of themselves, and has posts about beauty products, natural hair tips and issues, and touches upon other important topics affecting people of color. Afrobella, also known as Ms. Patrice Elizabeth Grell Yursik, had a contest to design the new logo for her blog, and though I found out about the contest late, I quickly came up with some designs inspired by the natural, powerful vibe that Afrobella represents.

Though I didn’t win the contest, she recently posted some of her favorite design submissions and gave me a little shout out.
Check out some of the designs I did above and below, and be sure to visit Afrobella.com for a breath of vibrant, intelligent writing and inspiration!