I have had the privilege of having a true friend for over 20 years. She was always “crazy Alina” always doing something. We have shared so many life events, our kids growing up, marriages, divorces, much laughter and some moments of tears. We are in actuality very much opposites though similar in many ways. We both love to give love.
Her whole focus has been on her family and her kids. I have never met anyone who has so many people around her. When her kids were growing up her home was grand central station. We have traveled together with our kids as single moms and though there were some periods of us not seeing each other, we always picked up where we left off.
I have never seen someone work as hard as this woman. Many people see her success now and say, “I want your life.” Yes, it is great, but she deserves it because she has toiled and labored for every dime she has earned. Being able to see how she operates behind the scenes has taught me a lot about the power of focused intention. (more…)