Call me crazy!

Call me crazy, but I have decided to start a new business venture. As many of you know, I am a Chief Financial Officer by trade. I have wonderful bosses who allow me the advantage to work from home. Although I enjoy my work tremendously, I decided to expand on a hobby I absolutely adore.

I started scrapbooking more than 13 years ago when I was pregnant and placed on bedrest. I had nothing else to do but create a scrapbook and watch Lifetime TV. Needless to say, scrapbooking became a love and a passion of mine. (As did Lifetime TV and LMN)

Over time, I have created keepsakes and albums not only for myself but for others as well. Throughout the years, I have met other women who share my passion.

Another thing I have always wanted to do was create a legitimate business to employ stay at home moms or people who cannot work outside of the home for other reasons. I sold Mary Kay and Close to My Heart for years but I was forced to invest in these businesses. Finding reputable at home jobs without the upfront costs is near impossible. In this new venture, I will be employing “at home employees” who possess creative skills. I will supply all of the materials and they can work as much or as little as they want. What a great opportunity! The gratification from my new business venture is already overwhelming.

When I told my extremely supportive mom about my new business, she was worried that I already have too many irons in the fire: my job as a CFO, blogging, being a single mother, and now this. And it got me to thinking: Is it possible to be pulled in too many directions when you are doing something you love? Unfortunately, the answer is yes. On the other hand, I have discovered this: if you surround yourself with individuals who want the same things you want, and share the same goals, you cannot fail.

Wish me luck and/or call me crazy! While you are at it, check out my Facebook page: Pics 2 Pages Scrapbooking

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