Welcome to Intentional Thoughts

“Intentional thoughts become inspiring stories” is not a mission statement, is not a tag line but my accountability statement. As an author, speaker, and entrepreneur there many messages that I could share with the world. This statement is a reminder to remember my intent before sharing because once it’s out. I can’t bring it back!

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Why I wrote I Want a Nickname

I wrote I Want a Nickname for my daughter, I wrote it for me, and ultimately, I wrote it for everyone with a unique name. I want you to know that your name is worth learning. Your name is yours and only yours. It is who you are. It is your identity. If you love it, be proud of it and teach others how to say it and its meaning.

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Why No Faces?

Why I chose not to have faces on my children’s book cover.

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Why Daddy Works

How I turned my child’s question into a children’s book.

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