Category: Florida

  • Magnificent Mom – Florida

    Magnificent Mom – Florida

    This magnificent mom stretches her mothering instinct far beyond her children. Being a mom is a big enough job, but she’s not just a mom; she’s a paralegal prodigy, a business maven, a scrapbooking sensation, and a motorcycle enthusiast. Her story is like no other!

    I’m sure everyone has their off days (even yours truly might float a little askew at times), but I’ve yet to see Angie without that dazzling smile.

    And she does all of this while juggling the roles of entrepreneur, social media guru, teacher, and, of course, a devoted mom and wife.

    Dreaming big, she couldn’t wait to dive into the world of paralegal work.

    With a leap and a splash. She started her journey, quickly outpacing her formally trained peers. I’d say she’s like that bright toy sailing across the water, leaving all the other ducks in her wake!

    Then she met a man with a similar spirit, and they married!

    With dreams of raising a family, she knew she needed something to keep her at home when those cute little ducklings arrived.

    Soon enough, the warm Florida sun called out to her and her family.

    Ever the planner, Angie orchestrated the perfect move, carefully timing it so her kids could start high school in their new sunny surroundings.

    Off they went, and like a proud duck following her hatchlings, she helped her family take their next big leap.

    Once settled, Angie didn’t sit back and drink in the sunshine!

    Angie’s compassion shines like a beacon despite all the hustle and bustle.

    On a recent visit, she noticed my humans struggling with populating our website.

    With a heart as big as the ocean, she put the brakes on what she was doing, swooped in and coached them through.

    Today, she and her husband run a vibrant community for motorcycle enthusiasts, a venture they launched in 2020.  Why motorcycle enthusiasts? 

    They say that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree!

    Angie’s parents have passed down their passion for motorcycles. Angie’s mom shared with me that Angie’s first motorcycle ride was at just six weeks old!

    Raising a family took precedence over her love for riding, and even though she enjoyed being the passenger, she knew she wanted to be the rider one day. 

    At the start of the month, she took her beginner’s driver’s test, and about one month later, she embarked on the challenging Tail of the Dragon.

    Angie is a force to be reckoned with, letting nothing stand in her way!

    So, here’s a quack of gratitude to Angie!

    An inspiring whirlwind of kindness and determination who shows us that you can paddle through anything life throws at you with a sprinkle of passion and a dash of compassion.

    Thank you, Angie, for being a magnificent inspiration! Your resilience, determination, and compassion are beacons of light for us all.

    THANK YOU, ANGIE, FOR AN INSPIRED

  • Successful Squirrel – Florida

    Successful Squirrel – Florida

    Well, let me tell you, this little critter is not just any bushy-tailed rascal.

    His human name is Sonny, and his story is as thrilling as a rollercoaster ride on a warm Florida day!

    Suddenly, he hears a delightful “clink” – a peanut drops from above!

    Without missing a beat, he spirals down the tree, snatches his treasure, and starts piling it high for the winter.

    This adventurous guy was dealt some rough cards.

    Orphaned at the tender age of two, he found himself adopted by a loving couple who desperately wanted kids but couldn’t have any of their own.

    However, earning money at the neighbour’s farm sounded much more profitable!

    In his teenage years, he faced heartbreak as he lost his adoptive mom to cancer, followed by another gut punch when his dad passed, too.

    That’s a lot for any creature to bear – I couldn’t even imagine floating down a stream with such weight.

    Yet, rather than drift away on waves of despair, Squirrel took to life with a spirit meant for soaring!

    By the age of 19, Sonny was a master mechanic, laboring tirelessly to support his family. Sonny became the rock they both leaned on when his dad needed him.  Sonny’s tenacity kept him bobbing along even when life delivered a blow that could sink anyone.

    While wrenching away at engine parts, Sonny spotted something – a tool truck guy who was dapper, cheerful, and didn’t look worse for wear despite his age.

    He went after it like a well-timed splash!

    But wait, there’s more! When Sonny was selling tools, he realized how much credit card fees were cutting into his earnings.

    He waded in and figured it out, starting a credit card processing company as a side job!

    Sonny didn’t want to wait until he was old and gray to enjoy Florida’s sunshine. He packed up his family and zoomed over to the Sunshine State!

    Spoiler alert: he did!

    He then realized that he needed to know more people to be successful at a commissioned sales job. He needed to find an avenue for Networking like a social butterfly—or perhaps a rubber duck at a pool party.

    Instead of just joining one, our go-getter started five! Can you believe it?

    Now, fast-forward to today. Sonny and his lovely wife, who share a passion for motorcycles, have turned their love into a spectacular business that unites bike enthusiasts worldwide!

    They blend his adventurous spirit with his wife’s creativity, their hard work, and a splash of determination, creating a recipe for success. If something doesn’t exist, Sonny detours and makes it himself!

    Sonny opened his home to us, took a day off work, and whisked us away on an exhilarating tour of his vibrant world.

    So, here’s a big shout-out from me, Bob the Rubber Duck.

    Keep paddling forward, my friend!

    THANK YOU, SONNY, FOR AN INSPIRED