Sandy Speaks…

I am, first and foremost, a Mommy to Jake Ryan, a beautiful, bright, and big-hearted 3 year old who is my “Miracle Baby”!  As I create blog postings on the home page of this website,  I will be speaking about how he was suddenly and unexpectedly brought into my life; and how he has given me untold joy and absolute happiness.  I am filled with Gratitude that I was given the chance to fully experience Motherhood, something that I was told was not possible. 

I was born and raised, out in the country, in Lakeland, Florida (in the middle of the state)….the 8th child out of 9!  Now, Jake and I reside in Celebration, Florida…the town that Disney developed.  It is a charming, friendly, fun, and interesting place to live, so I will be writing narratives about our Celebration adventures also! 

After an unusual, challenging, and yet happy childhood (lots of stories to be written); I married too young but was blessed with a wonderful step-daughter named Stephanie, who lived with me from the age of 5 (even after my divorce, when she was 12) until she graduated high school and moved to another state.  She has blossomed into a gorgeous woman with a generous spirit; a great sense of humor, and a good head on her shoulders!!  She is happily married and has given me a stunning and sweet granddaughter named Hailey.  Stephanie and Hailey are “my girls” and I thank God for them every day. 

I have been single for many, many years but feel certain that the perfect man for me (and Jake) is going to come into my life at the right moment.  Until then, I am blessed with a strong sense of self and a supportive circle of friends who enrich my world. 

Professionally, I have been a successful Realtor for 20 years.  I am currently a real estate broker located in Celebration, Florida.

After attending a life-changing event in the summer of 2009, I decided to finally fulfill my life-long dream of being an author and speaker, who touches people’s lives.  In July of ‘09, I created Gratitude Boot Camp…a self-development program that teaches people how to make Gratitude a daily habit and to create a life filled with love, happiness, peace, success, and abundance.  It is an honor and pleasure to coach people on how to create the life of their dreams! 

I also speak to groups about Gratitude, with the purpose of helping others to count their blessings, no matter what, and to take positive steps that will lead them down the path of Joy & Prosperity, with their heart leading the way!

The positive feedback that I have received from Gratitude Boot Camp attendees has been heart-warming.  Once, after a speaking engagement in early November ‘09, I was approached by a woman who told me that I had given her a reason to go on, even though she just lost her son 8 months ago.  So…I know that I am fulfilling my purpose and am very blessed.  You can read more about Gratitude Boot Camp here on my website.

I am also a huge fan of, and distributor for, Mila (an extremely healthy & uniquely beneficial raw whole, food) because it has transformed my life and Jake’s.  Please take a moment to read about Mila here on my website.  I encourage you to add Mila to your diet to help you lead a healthy life.  If we do not have great health, we cannot fully enjoy all that life has to offer. 

The power of social media is bringing like-minded people together and is re-uniting friends and family.  There is always something to be Grateful for and someone who we can reach out to in a loving way.  It sure is an exciting time to be alive, isn’t it? 

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for visiting my website.  Please come back and visit often.  May all of your dreams come true as you continue on your life’s journey.  Remember…it is never too late to pursue your passion and purpose!!

“The things that bring you the greatest joy are in alignment with your purpose” ~ Jack Canfield 

I can be reached at 407.592.4663 or at Sandy@SandyHarper.net.