So, this is 40? Well, bring it: Word of Reflection by Lalita Garnett
The Backstory
Photo by Kristopher Armstead
The Leadership Team of Love Is A Parable decided to forgo our 3rd Anniversary Celebration and truly utilize that time to honor, Co-Founder Lalita L. Garnett by hosting a Surprise 40th Birthday Party for her with a few close friends and family. For nearly four years, she has devoted an enormous amount of time working full time while attempting to maintain the unpredictable and at times, the extremely rigorous task of balancing family and new business startup. Equally, this was a momentous time by transitioning to 40 years of age.
With several weeks of planning and a few secrets being kept, the Leadership Team, Lalita’s best friends, and family members were able to pull off the perfect surprise, gift, and homage to her living legacy. Read her words below…
Embracing 40
“Am I really about to be 40 years old?!" This, I said to myself. I didn't feel accomplished in several areas of my life. There were so many things I've been through that tried to break me. With the insecurities I've struggled with, often I asked God (Yahweh) why? And, His response was "because you're stronger."
As I continued my reflective thinking, I began to thank my Heavenly Father for loving me without conditions and always being present. The many things that I've been through have only made me stronger. Something great is currently being birth out of my insecurities...my purpose! Yep, and I'm looking forward to sharing it with you all real soon.
Photo by Kristopher Armstead
“Have these 40 years felt like a test? Absolutely! However, I am embracing 40 and everything to come”
Acknowledgments
Thank you to my amazing husband, my best friend, my homie, for my surprise birthday party! I appreciate everything that you do for our family and loving me the way that you love me!
Thank you to two of the Heavenly Father’s gifts to me, my baby dolls, Lailani and Lanaila. Y’all kept a secret from me🤣.
Thank you to my daddy, Robert Drake for keeping a secret from your favorite daughter. We will talk about this later 🤣.
Thank you to the greatest siblings ever. You guys are perfect in my eyes (Pooch, Tiffany, Cherrell, Dijah) and I love you dearly. You guys didn't tell me anything, either 🤣.
To My Mother In-Love, Lois Ann, you didn't let it slip 🤣. We always talk about everything😂.
Thank you to the Angels in my life. Jewerl, Lynn, India, Cynthia, Nina, Turqueya, Mimi. You all are truly Heaven sent and I love each and every one of you. And, nobody said anything 🤣🤣 🤣.
Cordell, lil’ brother, more like my twin because we act so much alike, thank you for my special dessert😀!
To DJ Uncle Marcus, thank you for being there for me and my family.
Kerwin, our Superman, thank you for being a part of my special day.
Rondell, thank you for the beautiful song and for letting the Creator continue to use you.
Thank you, Kimberly Dixon for watching your nieces while we partied!
Credits
Thank you to one of the sweetest most humble couple that I know, Ebony and Kristopher Armstead for my amazing photoshoot. I will take that road trip to you any day because of the amazing work that you provide! I love you, both!
The Armsteads are a power couple located in Augusta, Georgia, who provide stellar photography and Make-Up services. Find out more at http://www.kristopherarmstead.com/
Tasty Tables by Ash, thank you for providing the fantastic food, aesthetically and tastefully! For booking, please visit https://tastytablesbyashcom.wordpress.com/
Ang H. Studios, thank you for capturing the event. I can’t wait to see the pictures! For booking, please visit https://www.anghstudio.com/
Thanks to Charity Dunn of Array Beauty Artistry and Esthetics for providing make up services the day of the event. For booking, please visit https://www.facebook.com/ArrayBeautyArtistry/
Thanks to Evan Preslopsky with Venture X-Frontier
photos by Ang H. Studio
Photo by Kristopher Armstead
Lalita L. Garnett, MHA
Former Chief Operating Officer
Love Is A Parable
Available for Empowerment Speaking Engagements, Consultations, Uncovering Sessions, and Instruction.
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