When My friend Sharon suggested that I enter my name in The Fabulous at 50 draw for a makeover I was hesitant, this was never really a part of my experience to be pampered. Although this entire experience appeared to focus on the exterior I truly felt an interior shift through it all. As a mom to 5 kids taking time for myself is not always at the top of the list, actually it is somewhere near the bottom. Every single person I met through this was truly interested in me as a person not just my appearance. The conversations and encouragement- the support and outpouring of generosity touched me in ways that are difficult to describe. I felt important, that I was worth the time and the effort! Often as a mom my own needs are viewed by me as unimportant or too much of a bother. I was surrounded by women who are successful, empowering, encouraging and supportive. I appreciate the amazing haircut, the fabulous outfit and bag, the sparkling jewelry, and the fact that I now have perfectly shaped eyebrows! Being pampered over these weeks made me feel like I was worth the bother, allowed me to focus on myself and my needs for a while. But honestly - the amazing women that I met that helped me "make over" my attitude towards taking care of myself have left a lasting impact. The day of the make over I had a job interview afterwards. I walked into that interview filled with confidence and bursting with the shared energy of so many fabulous women! Of course I got the job! Yes, I had the fun experience of being "made over" my phyisical exterior was changed, I dressed up, polished up and looked fantastic! But truly being pampered and cared for, supported and encouraged - in a word "loved" by so many women helped to "make over" my attitude towards myself. And that I will keep with me where ever I go! Thank you! Kim

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