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Welcome our new resident writer, Becki King




Every person I meet makes a difference in my life. He or she has helped shaped who I was, who I am and who I will be. I have asked people I admire to be a part of the GottaLoveMom community -  to share their talents and their  convictions, and in simple words from their hearts, make a difference in someone's life. I am lucky that Anne, Dawn, and Gwen have already joined this growing community of ours. 

The new member of resident writers of GottaLoveMom is a dear friend of mine, Becki King. I have known Becki for years through our interaction in theMotherhood. I haven't really met Becki in person or even heard her voice -- but she has already made an impact in my life. Aside from reminding me in the power of faith and love, she confirmed my belief  that creativity is the most important ingredient in writing a book. 

Last week, I finally got the courage to ask her if she would be interested in writing for GottaLoveMom, and I am blessed that she agreed!

Becki King is a former social worker and collaborative divorce attorney. She now spends her days writing and caring for her husband, son and daughter in their home outside Augusta, Georgia.  What keeps her going is her love for her family, her Orthodox Christian faith, and lots and lots of coffee brewed in her old percolator. Becki is self-diagnosed with a baking disorder and would love it if you came over so she’d have an excuse to make pie. Not that she needs one. You can also read more of Becki's writing from her website, "Adventures of a Nervous Girl".

I don't know about you, but I am excited to read her first article here in GottaLoveMom.

Becki, welcome to the team!

 "Individually, we are one drop. Together  we are an ocean." ~ Ryunosuke Satoro



A couple of weeks  ago, a friend of mine shared this P&G Best Job video on YouTube. It highlights what mothers, fathers and guardians do for their children.  But most of all, the video reminds us the joys our children  bring to this life!
 (Bring out the tissue box)





To read more about GottaLoveMom's resident writers, go to:  http://gottalovemom.blogspot.com/p/about-me.html



Comments

  1. deborahApril 23, 2012 at 12:17 PM

    Oh, I know that face and her voice, too. (lucky me) Love how you are growing your blog and your influence. Becki will be a blessing to your already wonderfully inspiring site. :)

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    1. GottaLoveMomApril 23, 2012 at 4:44 PM

      Thanks, Deborah. I hope you can join us, too. We truly are blessed that Becki joined us.

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  2. AnonymousApril 23, 2012 at 1:43 PM

    Beaming and blushing over here...so excited to be a part of GottaLoveMom!

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