One of the biggest myths in business is that opportunity comes after you're ready. I keep seeing the opposite. Over the past few months, my daughter and I have been building a small family business. On the surface, it's a lemonade and food stand. Underneath, it's been a masterclass in resilience, identity, and what happens when life refuses to cooperate with your plans. This year started with a major personal upheaval for her. The day she took ownership of the business was the same day her separation began. Most people would have understood if she had put everything on hold. Instead, she decided to move forward. What followed felt like one challenge after another. She didn't have a reliable vehicle to get to events. Weather disrupted our schedule and canceled opportunities. Revenue didn't come in the way we expected. At the same time, major expenses started appearing at home. The water heater failed. The air conditioner failed. Then came the news of a bathroom remodel that would cost far more than anyone wanted to hear. It felt like life was piling on. I think many people would recognize this feeling. You decide to move toward something important, and suddenly every obstacle you've ever feared seems to show up at once. That's usually the moment when people conclude they aren't ready. But readiness wasn't what made the difference. Commitment did. This past weekend, a local event organizer found himself in a difficult situation. One vendor canceled. Another had a serious issue. He needed help quickly. Because we were already in motion, because we were already showing up, because we had committed to moving forward despite everything else happening around us, he called us. We stepped in and served two days of a three-day event. Did we make a fortune? No. But something much more important happened. The organizer kept stopping by our booth. He told us how much he appreciated us. He complimented the food. He complimented the setup. He told us we had helped solve a major problem.

Today, our family pauses to remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. We hold deep gratitude not only for those who made the ultimate sacrifice, but also for the families they left behind. Your strength, love, and sacrifice will never be forgotten. As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, we remember the true meaning of this day and the freedom we enjoy because of so many courageous hearts. From our family to yours, thank you to every service member, every military family, and every fallen hero who helped protect this nation. Forever remembered. Forever honored. 🇺🇸

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Hi Kathryn and All, Something came up and I won't be abl to make the class. See you all next week.