“No matter the season of life, I’ve learned that resilience, determination, and a positive spirit can carry you further than talent or luck ever could.“ Michele’s story: I am a retired teacher and coach with a lifelong dedication to education, mentorship, and personal growth. I hold a Bachelor of Science degree from Mississippi State…
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“Two things can and do exist at once: sadness and great joy, sorrow and determination, helplessness and hope, rest and growth. Both things need to be acknowledged. One does not negate the other.“ Amanda’s story: Learning to hold two things gently at once has been the emotional work of my life. I lost my…
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“Being a mother of 4, I would sometimes forget about who I was and feel I was only destined to be a mom. To all the moms out there feeling this way, trust in the Lord and follow His lead. Your time will come!“ Jessica’s story: It took me some time to realize that…
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“This phase of my life has been about clarity, confidence, and intentionally shaping the path ahead.“ Natalie’s story: I’m Natalie Guess, a multifaceted professional with a diverse background in health and wellness and strategic business consulting. I earned my certification in Health and Wellness from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN) in New York…
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“We are wonderfully created and we have a purpose. As women, I believe that we should do our best to empower each other and never knock each other down.” Tell us about yourself, Karen! I am a 53 year old mother of 3 beautiful girls. I have been married 9 years to Greg, the…
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“Physical beauty changes as you go through life, but inner beauty is eternal.“ Tell us about yourself, Nancy! I am a child of God, daughter, mother, and friend. I am blessed to have been given such a wonderful life! I am a single mom of two wonderful boys. Avery (22) is my oldest and…
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“Let your inner beauty shine through by knowing the value you bring into the world.” Tell us about yourself, Brittani! I’m 34 years old, and I was raised in a small town in Louisiana. Growing up, I was always shy, quiet, and introverted. As I grew older, life had a unique way of molding…
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“It was not an easy road, but it was on that road that I discovered my strength and beauty.” Tell us about yourself, Lenora! I am a 44-year-old single mother to a 20-year-old son who is absolutely amazing! I am from Mississippi, but I’m currently living in Louisiana, teaching high school English. I have…
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“We all have it within ourselves to know we are beautiful in our own way. Look for the beauty through your internal eyes and not your physical eyes.” Julia, tell us your story of discovering your inner beauty. I am a 51-year-old grandmother of 5 (ages 15, 13, 12, 11, and 7) and a…
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“Inner beauty is knowing who you truly are and loving that person to the fullest!” Tell us about yourself, Jamie! I am a wife, a mother of 5 beautiful children, a daughter, a sister, and a small business owner. In my free time, I enjoying painting and getting in tune with my artistic side…
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Brandi Stage is an international award-winning portrait photographer based in Bay St. Louis, MS. She creates an exceptional magazine-style photo shoot and timeless heirloom portraits for women, men, children and pets in her studio or on location.