Author: Brandi
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4 Features of Inspirational Writing in the Eyes of Two Young House Lovers
People are often turned off by “inspirational writing.” They take one look at writing on inspiring others and make the assumption that it’s all about religion. But, it’s not. As my elementary school teacher taught us, “To assume, makes an ass out of you and me.” Inspiring writing can be religion oriented, but it doesn’t…
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Friday Inspirations
{*Photo of what I packed for our train ride from Paris to London. I’ve got all I need here. Sunglasses, bottled water, an old and a new book, my iPod and a bag of chocolate covered ginger.} Friday is for reviewing the week. Preparing for the weekend. Taking off layers of work clothes and sliding…
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What Are You Going to Be When You Grow Up?
In January 2008, I wrote something in my journal that surprised me. It was the beginning of a new year. Instead of feeling hopeful and excited, I was lost and confused. Where was my career going? How much longer was I going to stay at this 9-5 job? Would I ever be a writer? It…
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Trying to Inspire Others? Look Within
I’ve always been obsessed with inspiring people. Hence, this blog and the ones before it. It’s why I seek out inspirational people for interviews, why I can’t stop reading inspiring books and the reason for my Twitter name @2inspired and Facebook page. You can say it’s my passion. I live to be inspired by others. But…
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Don’t Be Afraid of a Lil’ Rain
What did you do with your extra hour on Sunday? I had BIG plans for it! I was going to go for a bike ride or dance my heart out in zumba. Either way I would definitely use the time to get in some extra exercise. But then I slept late, missed the zumba class…
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Check Out What’s Going Around TIB
I used to blog about DIY, easy peas-y, affordable, crafty items over at not2shabby. But after a year of blogging, I couldn’t keep up with all that craftiness and decided to add it as a feature to my new blog The Inspiring Bee. What you see here is a compilation of everything I am passionate about…
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Friday Inspirations: November 5, 2010
Fridays used to be different when I worked a regular 9 to 5 job. I craved the weekends like I did when I was a kid. In my regular full-time job(s), I couldn’t wait to make up for all the lost time I wasted at work. Sad, I know. But true. As an entrepreneur, the…