by Torrie Oglesby | Jul 2, 2015 | Learn + Grow
I imagine when God was creating Kiersten, He looked at her and said “I’m going to give this one an extra dose of strength, zeal and compassion.” I also imagine little tiny embryo Kiersten looking up at her Creator and asking “Why?” and then God just smiling at her and laughing and saying “Oh, you’ll see.”
Kiersten Homalon lives a life of truth, love, and a hunger to know God and share his love with the lost, the broken, and the invisible. The first and most important crown she wears is Daughter of the King-Jesus Christ. Her eagerness for the word of God and the heart of God is contagious. It’s the fuel behind all her passion and all her desires. God is at the center of her being and you see the character of God breaking out of every seam of her life. Secondly, she’s a mother and a wife and wears that crown with all beauty and humility by constantly learning from her husband and her baby girl and leaning on God for guidance on how to do both roles the way He intended for her. Between being a servant of God, a wife and a mother she also manages to be a loyal and dependable friend. The kind of friend who doesn’t just say “I’ll pray for you”, but actually stops her entire life to say a fervent prayer on your behalf. She has this amazing gift of hospitality that makes you feel at home with her the moment you are in her presence.
On top of all of that, Kiersten is an entrepreneur who owns and operates her own business called Essence from Eden Hawaii. Her company offers vegan, organic and wholesome products. From essential oils, to body wash, facial soap, natural teething remedies, lotion, shampoo, teas and so much more! If you live in Hawaii, she’s also a lactation specialist and qualified to do placenta encapsulation. Amazing, right? It doesn’t stop there! Even though her business is fairly new, she contributes 10% of all profits to Beauty for Ashes Uganda, a charity helping women, especially single mothers and widows, to reach long term sustainability for themselves and their families.
Kiersten is the true definition of a girl boss and a super woman! Starting with herself, her home life, and then pouring it out into the world for the world to receive more goodness. She’s shining her light and making the world a better place by living out her passions and following the desires God has placed in her heart. When I asked Kiersten what’s one piece of advice she would give all young and aspiring women her response was this:
“I would say, surrendering expectation. From everyone, even ourselves. That’s when the Holy Spirit can really move organically and POWERFULLY in our lives.”
May we all learn to surrender expectation a little more every day and may the life of Kiersten Homalon inspire you to go after whatever desire God as placed in your heart and to wear each crown you hold with all humility, bravery and passion.
Shop at her store by visiting www.essencefromedenhawaii.com
With love and big smiles,
torrie
by Jasmine Shirley | Jul 2, 2015 | Learn + Grow
Meet MyAsia Reid, Entrepreneur.
This woman demonstrates an array of gifts. From her gorgeous hair accompanied by her unique style to her spiritual perseverance, MyAsia is encouraging women to embrace their gifts and enjoy each day. She allows us to follow her spiritual, entrepreneurial and personal growth through her daily social media posts. From head to blessed hands, MyAsia showcases her many entrepreneurial talents: Graphic Designer, Hairstylist, Chef, you name a talent this woman just might have it. She is not only creatong a buzz socially, she also recieved her Digital Literacy Certification for Microsoft IT Academy and is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. If you are looking for inspiration or are in need of a little encouragement MyAsia has got you. An entrepreneur is one who is willing to risk loss but continues to know their version of STRONG. MyAsia may you continue to know your strength and continue to be and inspiration to us all.
by STRONG | Jul 2, 2015 | Learn + Grow
Hello everyone! My name is Shanicia Boswell, owner & founder of Yeyo’s Organic Body Products. I lost my job back in 2013 and became a full time stay at home mom. Even though I loved being home with my daughter, a part of me felt defeated because of my job loss. As someone who has worked her entire life, I had started to identify with my employment status. I’ve been making organic body butters and soaps for my daughter’s eczema since she was born. One day a friend asked why didn’t I go into business for myself and the rest is history! We are a new company and not only do we pride ourselves in providing organic skincare, we also work to raise money for different charities. Find out more about our products and our mission by following us @yeyosorganics and checking out our website: www.yeyosorganics.com. Thank you!
Connect w/ Shanice:
Yeyo@yeyosorganics.com
Social media:
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by STRONG | Jul 2, 2015 | Learn + Grow
My name is Brandi from thikandkurly.com. My brand is all about natural hair, healthy living, lifestyle motivation and women’s empowerment. Follow my journey at www.youtube.com/thikandkurly. Be sure to check me out on all social networks @thikandkurly.
by STRONG | Jul 2, 2015 | Learn + Grow
Katie-Marie, Baltimore native is the owner of Over Accessorized, a non-profit organization that supports other non-profit organizations with creative fundraising ideas and marketing tactics. Katie-Marie defines Over Accessorized as “The accessory in which you carry, an illness, a burden a disease. It’s dressed up because we carry it with us; it’s a part of our testimony which was created to destroy us.” But what was created to destroy you, will never define you.
Overaccessorized Girls Night Out is the LARGEST GNO in Baltimore
Under Over Accessorized Katie-Marie has created the largest shopping day party in Baltimore, MD. She “ghost” markets and writes for over 10 social media pages, counsels small businesses on creative marketing and is an active volunteer in her community. This year she co-created Kickball for a Kick A** Cause, a small group in Baltimore which has made it their goal to supply children with school uniforms, feed the homeless and aid those in need.
“I could talk about all of the things in life I have accomplished, but it doesn’t make me feel accomplished. I will feel accomplished when I have poured all of my gifts into the world and die empty, giving back all that God has given me; that is when I will feel accomplished.”
Katie-Marie is led by the vision God has given her with complete conviction.
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Connect w/ Katie Marie
Instagram: @karriedaway & overaccessorized_gno
www.overaccessorized.org
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