InonlyCricket

There is life beyond 40! Join me on my journey as I get back into shape, rediscover my true passions, courageously walk out my dreams and live my life on my own terms after raising two amazing young men! At 49, my life is just getting started! I am not just a mom but I'm a minister, musician, esthetician, beauty consultant and business woman. I motivate and inspire. There are so many facets of who I am. I am the 1nonlyCricket!❤

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Giving is a conduit through which love flows! When we stop giving we shut off or withhold love! Not only do we shut off the capacity to spread love to others but we shut off the ability for love to grow towards others within our own hearts! Although, giving is not ALWAYS motivated by love because we can actually give through the absence of love or with alterior motives. However, it is IMPOSSIBLE to love without giving!💗 #loveisgiving #expressionoflove #beingloving #lovequotes #giving https://www.instagram.com/p/BrNZIRlluIJ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1lvsvsfjsfzoc

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Just had this thought the other day.... The time I spend being anxious... worrying....stressing....is precious time I am wasting! What's more tragic than losing a child or any loved one is missing the opportunity (while there is still time) of being totally present with them... living in the moment, loving them unconditionally and making their time here on earth beautiful! So, when it comes time to make that transition from this earthly realm, I can say beyond a shadow of a doubt that I loved fully and that my loved ones can transition knowing they were fully and totally loved by me!!!! I have some work to do!!!! #tomorrowisnotpromised #timeisprecious #dontwastetime #showlove #givelove #todayswisdom #thetimeisnow https://www.instagram.com/p/BrDSykYl2wl/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=3qvmsvtcojim

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Whatever your struggle...if you ask...God will give you great ideas and witty inventions to get you to your goal! Just because things aren't working out as expected doesn't mean that the idea is a bad idea or a ridiculous idea! If it's a God given idea, it's going to work and He will show you how!!! Although, the "how" (witty inventions) is a different story. One person's how may not be your how! So, you have to find the way that works for you. Don't throw away the idea (vision)! Keep the vision! Just devise a new plan and keep revising the plan until you get the results you're looking for. ❤ #entrepreneurspirit #nevergiveuponyourdreams #entreprenuers #inspirationalwomen #getoveryourself #victornotavictim #motivation💯 #jesusgirl https://www.instagram.com/p/BpkHGVZlL2-/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1f316y4niyhv4

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And if love is not the driving force behind what you do then it is not worth doing it at all!!!💯 https://www.instagram.com/p/BoPIkcPnEnS/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=2db60gppbu8j

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Question: How do you measure the worth of something? Answer: Some would say....through the time it took to make it! Others would say through the energy.... work....or labor it took to produce it! A baker would say because of the ingredients used to bake it! A consumer would say through the price paid to get it! From a mother's eyes....Through the sacrifice made to ensure its survival!!! #becourageous2018 #findyourwhy #bedetermined #whatsyourmotivation

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My morning prayer!!!! #revelation #morningworship #sundayinspiration

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Living life in silence benefits NOONE!!! BE a beacon of hope and inspiration! Someone needs to see your drive....your courage...your transformation....!!! Somebody NEEDS YOUR STORY! LIVE LIFE OUT LOUD! #livelifeoutloud #beaconofhope #inspireothers #givehope

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#lifelessons #moneymatters #lifehacks #purposedrivenlife

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About last night....pampering session with 3 lovely ladies🌹...2 active toddlers😄...Timewise 3D, Deep Cleansing Charcoal mask, Satin Hands and Satin Lips...chatting and laugter....a delicious meal including one of my favorite foods, plantains.😛 Thanks to Yudy Valdez, her gorgeous mom, Julia and and beautiful sister, Elaina for their warm hospitality! 💞💖💕💞💖💕💞 I absolutely love what I do!!!❤ #selfcare #empoweringwomen #onefaceatatime #marykaygirl #allin #PhotoGrid

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I love doin' me...with all my imperfections! It feels good to just exhale! #ontothenextchapter #selflovejourney #authenticity #theoneandonly

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The charcoal mask ....a skin revolution... This month marks the 1 year anniversary of the Clear Proof Deep Cleansing Charcoal Mask. I've been using this mask for a whole year and I am ABSOLUTELY in love with the this product. Yaaasss....Mary Kay come through, HUNTEEEE!!!! I love how my skin glows with this mask and it is so smooth. It is my absolute favorite part of my pampering session. Discover what all the hype is about. I am seeking 30 faces this month to learn and experience the benefits of this amazing mask. #lookgoodfeelgood #clearskin #healthyskincare #selfcare #marykaylovers #charcoalmask

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With Fear and trembling

With fear and with trembling...

As I was driving to the gym this morning, I was just reminiscing and thanking God for where He brought me from within the last few years in regards to my education, career and business.

This issue I have with fear came to mind as I prayed. I thought about how I would allow fear to paralyze me...keep me from moving forward and stepping out on my dreams, aspirations and goals. I would have great vision and brilliant plans to execute my ideas but I would keep finding myself...STUCK!!!

I believe many of you can relate to this. As I reflected on my journey up until this point, I could see how different events were set in place to help me overcome and break free from the influence fear had over my life

This scripture came to mind...

"....work out your own salvation with fear and trembling." - Philippians 2:12

As I pondered on those words, I discovered something so profound! It was never God's purpose for us to have a life free from fear but to work out our purpose WITH fear. Fear is necessary to get us to the next level. We can either let it work for us or against us. Aside from apparent physical, mental or emotional danger....fear is only present to warn us that we are ill equipped. To be honest how often does fear speak when we are confident in a skill set? NEVER... Fear only comes when we have doubt. Fear comes when we don't have the perceived skills or we don't have enough information either about ourselves or the task. So instead of getting a clear understanding of who we are....our abilities or incompetencies...instead of getting better...getting more exposure, education, training or experience...we let the feeling of fear paralyze us into mediocrity instead of propelling us into an extraordinary life. Listen....what is fear trying to tell you? Better yet, ask yourself, "Why am I afraid?" Be honest with yourself. On the flip side... don't spend all your life preparing either. Once you gain basic understanding of how something works, the only way to really gain competence is to just do it. Do it with fear and with trembling...do it afraid! Keep doing it until you don't feel afraid....then find something else that scares the hell out of you and then do that....start the process all over again....then keep it on #REPEAT 💕 #inspiration #fear

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False sense of responsibility will zap your energy, strength and focus from the things that truly require your complete attention. #stayfocused. #stayfocusedonyourgoals #mentalhealthawareness #healthandwellnessjourney #selfcare #selfcarethreads

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Silence your fears with courage and do it afraid! #overcomingfear #inspirationalwords #doitafraid #imabeliever #motivational #churchgirl #unstoppable

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Batkids + meme 💙💘

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#messageinrhemusic #musiclover #inspirational #lyrics #godspeaks

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Double for your trouble... "For your shame ye shall have double; and for confusion they shall rejoice in their portion: therefore in their land they shall possess the double: everlasting joy shall be unto them." Is 61:7 KJV #inspirational #motivational #Jesusgirl