I associate various memories with certain cities I've lived in or traveled to.

Decatur, GA- Wonderful childhood memories.

Baton Rouge, LA- Favorite college memories.

Atlanta, GA- The best food.

Phoenix, AZ- Great shopping

Maui, HI- Favorite hotel and beach

Santa Barbara, CA- Favorite local getaway and spa

My most life changine memories though have been in Los Angeles. This where my kids were born, I established my early career, and I bought my first piece of property. But most importantly, LA is the city where I have re-discovered "myself". Fashion designer and Hot Mama Rachel Roy said it best:

"When it comes to matters of the heart, people get better with age. As you grow and become truly happy with who u are, you can then be happy with those around you."

Within the last year, I have grown so much spiritually and emotionally that happiness was inevitable. Once you open your heart and mind to new possibilites and remove negative forces from your life, being happy comes quite easily. I feel so fortunate to live in such a great city that is full of sunshine, smoothies, salads, and gansta rap. The year round beautiful weather keeps my spirits high, and body active outdoors. Being happy with myself has allowed me to be a better mother to my boys and a better friend to those around me.

I have nothing but pleasant and inspiring thoughts about the great city of LA. I LOVE THIS CITY! I just might get "LA" tattooed on my face!