“What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as who you become by achieving your goals.”
— Zig Ziglar 

I love who I’ve become in my 21 years of publishing Pink Magazine. Though it has been grueling and tough at times, this job, which I consider a mission, has made me smarter, wiser, more savvy, humble, well-read, patient and disciplined. However, owning Pink comes with a huge responsibility, which I don’t take lightly. I am absolutely inspired every day to feature women from all walks of life and offer the best stories in hopes of making a positive difference.

Life is short. And I’m not saying to eat dessert first, or anything like that, unless you want to of course, but we all need to start savoring our minutes. If you think about it, time is the only currency we spend without ever knowing how much we have left. So, with that sobering thought in mind, is it really worth spending your precious moments doing mindless, unenjoyable things. I’m not talking about dishes, they are a necessity. I’m referring to things like watching endless reels of some doctor popping massively infected pimples or scrolling through profiles, looking at everyone else living it up. (Even though they are not really living it up, either—trust me.)

“Kindness gives birth to kindness.”
— Sophocles —

There are few things on this earth as impactful as kindness. The ripple effect one kind encounter can have is immeasurable. Kindness is a powerful gift you can give away every day, all day, and never be replete. It’s the gift that keeps on giving to both the recipient and the giver.

When I was getting ready for my 2nd Thursday Book Club monthly meeting on February 13, I didn’t feel good. In fact, I thought about not going, but I enjoy my book club and try to never miss. So, I thought I would sort of cop out and just put on yoga pants. But then I thought better of it and came to the realization that putting on real pants takes no more effort than putting on yoga pants. You may not believe it or agree, but this is a true statement, except, perhaps, for the button and zipper. Nonetheless, I got fully dressed and went…on time, of course.

“I have found that if you love life, 
life will love you back!”
— Arthur Rubinstein —

I know. It’s February, the month when love sashays into the spotlight and gloats. For some, that’s wonderful, and we are all happy for them. However, sometimes it doesn’t matter if you are a Miss, Mrs., or Ms., February can be a tough month to get through.

There are too many expectations, real or perceived, surrounding Valentine’s Day. It’s a time when many begin to compare their relationship—or lack of a relationship—to the unrealistic romantic fiction of our favorite rom-com, or to the love birds who constantly post their never-ending happiness on social media.

However, this month doesn’t have to be difficult. There are so many aspects of love to celebrate and so much more to the whole love thing than just being in a relationship. This year, whether you are involved in a great love affair or not, celebrate love for all it can be. Don’t let this month be anything but a reason to rejoice, for love is a many splendid thing.