07/12/2025
What. A. Week.
I’m officially cashing in all of my 1:11s, 11:11s, 3:33s, and 4:44s. ✨
First, the Today Show.
Then, being selected as a sponsor for the U of M Ross Business College WMBA Program.
And finally… flying to NYC to see Jesse Itzler live and meeting the person who has been at the top of all my “If you could meet anyone” lists, Sara Blakely
These moments are the perfect reminder that everything happens in God’s (or the universe’s) timing, whichever you believe in. The seeds for this week were planted almost four years ago, when I won a contest Jesse posted on his stories. God has been plotting this for years, lining up every step long before I could see the full picture.
Leading up to the event, I knew I wanted to bring Sara more of the Sea Salt crackers she inspired, this time with the new logo and nutrition labels because they’re almost ready to launch. I just didn’t know how I was going to get them to her.
Then, earlier in the week, Jesse messaged me back and said:
“I love your snacks, bring some!”
That was my sign.
So I loaded my carry-on full of snacks and brought them to NYC. I didn’t end up getting them to Jesse, but after the event I spotted where Sara was sitting, and I bolted. Sometimes you have to take matters into your own hands!
It took a minute to get through the crowd, but when I finally reached her, I held up the bag and told her I brought her the crackers she inspired. Her response?
“Oh my god, I LOVE your crackers!”
Followed by a hug.
Then:
“I love that they don’t have garlic or onion so I can eat them.”
I didn’t get a photo (I left Chris stranded at our seats when I sprinted off!), but that moment is permanently stamped in my memory.
Moral of the story:
God and the universe are always working behind the scenes for you ev,en when it takes four years to unfold. Your time will come.
Don’t give up. Keep showing up. Keep believing. Keep moving.
Because one day… everything aligns exactly the way it was meant to. ✨
