So Long Summer: A Few Life Updates
Hello beauties,
How’d August treat you? A few major updates on my end. I recently transitioned out of Corporate America to entrepreneurial life full-time. BIG STEP in making BOLD moves. As many of you know, Tracey and I have several business ventures both together, and apart, so I couldn’t be more excited (and admittedly a bit nervous) about dedicating this season to exploring the fullness of everything they have to offer. I stay in gratitude that I have a supportive and protective husband who provides for me in every way.
We recently returned from Ghana and it was so inspiring to be reminded of the beauty of black community both at home and abroad.
Naming Ceremony
View of Elmina
Naming Ceremony
Museum Day
Celebrating our friend Tamicka
Summer is such a sweet time for us. We began dating in the spring, so summer marks the kick off of when we really began to fall for each other. I don’t know what season of life you’re in, but if you’re in a place where you feel like you could use some encouragement on the love front, I’ve got you. I’ve put together a guide for anyone looking to find love later in life.
Finding Love Later in Life: A Guide
Finding love at any age is a beautiful thing, but finding love later in life can be especially rewarding. Whether you've been single for years or are recently divorced or widowed, it's never too late to find love. Here are some tips for finding love later in life:
1. Know What You Want
One of the benefits of finding love later in life is that you likely have a better idea of what you want in a partner. Take some time to reflect on your values, interests, and experiences, what do you love, what makes you light up, what makes you uncomfortable (and why). This will help you understand your needs, build confidence in how you present them and help you develop the tools to attract someone who is truly compatible with you.
2. Get Out There
Meeting new people can be daunting, but it's important to put yourself out there if you want to find love. Join a club or group that interests you, take a class, or try online dating. Go to conferences, sporting event, non-profit or political fundraiser, the more you put yourself in social situations, the more likely you will run into that special someone.
3. Be Open-Minded
It's easy to get stuck in our ways as we get older, but it's important to be open-minded when it comes to finding love. Don't write someone off just because they don't fit your "type" or because they have different interests than you. Give people a chance and you may be surprised at who you connect with.
4. Take Your Time
When you meet someone you're interested in, it's important to properly vet them and move at a pace that is comfortable for you. This is especially true if you've been single for a long time or have recently gone through a divorce or break-up. Don't rush into anything, or desperately date, thinking he will be the last who will be interested in you. Rotation date and meet several people. Collect data. Require that they show you why they deserve to be in your life.
5. Be Yourself
Finally, the most important thing you can do when finding love later in life is to be yourself. Don't try to be someone you're not or pretend to be interested in things you're not just to impress someone. The right person will love you for who you are, quirks and all.
Finding love later in life may seem daunting, but it's never too late to find happiness with someone special. Stay true to yourself and believe for nothing but the best. Your special someone is on their way!
Much love, Cheri