It is good to know that we are not alone on our journey to independent success. There are many small business owners out there who put their heart and soul into creating an enterprise that makes money and puts food on the table. Whether you manage a site where you are promoting products or if you create the products yourself you are what makes America great. Keep doing what you are doing and everyone else, help support these businesses by shopping on their sites.
I have created this page on my website that gives these businesses a shout out and links to their work. Check each of them out and support their calling.
Esmeralda Lopez – Independent Consultant for Thirty-One Gifts
Esmeralda is an independent consultant for Thirty-One Gifts, a site that sells various handbags, accessories, and trendy home storage and organization products. Carolyn swears by these. She loves her Thirty-one bags and totes. Esmeralda is ready to take your order or to help you host a product party of your own. Check out her link to see what products she is currently featuring.
BJ Bratten – Sunkissed Leather Jewelry
BJ creates custom made leather jewelry; Earrings, necklaces, key chains, book marks, and more. These are great gift ideas for the special one in your life of any age; adult or child. This is another product Carolyn loves. BJ has so many styles and colors to offer that Carolyn does not know what to get next. You can be as excited about Sunkissed products as she is. Visit BJ’s Facebook page to see what she has to offer you.
Unique Dreams – Dream Catchers by Jamie Titzman
Jamie makes unique dream catchers. They are unique in that each one is made by hand, so no two are alike. She can make you a dream catcher for any occasion; birthday gifts, holiday themes, sports team colors, and more. She desires to use her gift to bless others. If you would like to order a one-of-a-kind Unique Dream Catcher, click on her link above and give her an idea of what you are looking for. You will not be disappointed.
Sara Harris – Author
I met Sara in 2018 at a book signing she was having at the local city library. I was preparing to release my first Elissa book and wanted to meet with her and to get a feel of the world of writing. Seeing a small South Texas writer making it was an inspiration. She is an great person and an amazing writer. Click the link above and check out her work.
BARE Creations – by Jeremy White
Jeremy is a small business owner who designs jewelry, t-shirts, and other items. Check out his FB page for samples. I’ve had the privilege of knowing Jeremy for the past twelve years. We met when I began working in the oilfield. It is a complex world filled with the world. He was one of the few men of God I found. We had a lot in common and quickly became good friends. Through the progress of time, we also began to hold each other accountable in achieving ones dreams. God has used his friendship to lay a path for my success.
June Smith – Artist, Chair Suits® Home Furnishings Designer, Art Teacher
When I worked in the Insurance Industry i had the opportunity to work with June. She was a great agent and could sell ice cubes to a Penguin in Antarctica. In fact, I remember her colder weather aspirations; she wanted to live in Alaska. I am not sure if is still a dream of hers, maybe when she retires. She is now an Art teacher for a local charter school. When not in the classroom, June is an artist and Home Furnishings Designer. She is the creator of Chair Suits®. You can see, and purchase, her creations at the link above. You can also see her Art boards and witness her creativity an passion for working with children. I am always inspired when other artists I know succeed at their passion. To see a friend pursue their dreams gives me inspiration that I can accomplish what I set out to do.
Marissa Mayberry Photography – Professional wedding and portrait photographer
Marissa has a gifted eye; she sees people. She uses her gift to capture special moments on film that will be shared for generations. Marissa took my Author photos used for this page and my book back covers. She does much more than individual promotional photos. Her primary focus is engagements and weddings. She also is available for family portraits and can capture signature moments from birth to graduation. She is truly the “photographer for the joyful romantic.”
Colorful Creations by Carolyn – Paintings by Carolyn Bray
Okay, I may be a little biased, but I absolutely love my wife’s work. She has an amazing God-given gift for creating these works of art. Just take a look at her page and you will quickly agree. She has many paintings available for purchase for the holidays as a Christmas gift or anytime gift. She also takes requests if you want to capture something for that special someone. Message her on her FB page link above and she will see what she can do.
Moments for the Heart 