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INSPIRED SHE Edition: Women's Expo



K. Simone Designs is a business my husband and I started years ago. Since then, we have seen our highs, lows and even renewed times. It's been a challenge but for the first time in a while,  I feel more focused on breathing life into my creative endeavors.  So, when I heard about this women's expo, I just knew this would be good inspiration for me and it was.

Recently, my husband and I attended the Ultimate Women's Expo in Anaheim, California. This was our first time and it was awesome. The Women's Expo host several of these events around the country every year.








When I walked into the event, the dj was pumping the music and the ladies were radiating happy, fun vibes.  There were numerous vendors selling everything from make-up and hair tools to clothes and jewelry to homeopathic health products. Many women (and a few men) enjoyed the arts and crafts, painting activities, massages, cupcake decorating and even exercise areas. I missed the fashion shows, but maybe next time I will get to see that. (Love fashion shows!)




Here is a hobo wall hanging project I made.  The sample looked like one of those "dream catchers." Not sure what I will do with it, but it was fun sitting there with a bunch of others crafting.




Many topics were covered on the main stage. On Saturday, I saw the Food Network's Chef Anne Burrell and this other wonderful entrepreneur and author L. Renee Richardson. She overcame such odds and created a successful business with her husband.

I had such a good time Saturday, that I went back Sunday to hear more speakers. Mompreneur and actress Tori Spelling and financial coach Lynn Richardson gave good information about overcoming fears and provided practical financial steps.

When I got home that night, I was so full of inspiration and more motivated to look at my dreams with hopeful anticipation. Not sure where all this excitement is taking me but I am up for the ride.

 For more information on this event, visit:

Orange County, CA Website https://www.ocwomensexpo.com/location
General Website https://theultimatewomensexpo.com/


Now that is my inspired face leaving the expo and re-entering my dreams.


Comments

  1. nyleneJune 7, 2019 at 2:03 PM

    How cool, Kelly. I am glad you enjoyed all the festivities. It sounds like a wonderful weekend. Cute work on your dreamcatcher. I'm sure you will find a spot for it. Keep the excitement and create, create, create. I love your work.

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  2. UnknownJune 7, 2019 at 9:42 PM

    I am so glad you were inspired. We need those times to push ourselves even further. You & your DH are a beautiful couple.

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