As a mom and a recovering writer who has been helping people behind the scenes with their money mojo, I’m finally taking it public. Here I am.
If you’re just dropping by and curious, I’m Bernette. I live in a suburb of Atlanta and my life today looks A LOT different than the one I grew up with.
I’ve Come a Long Way
How does a girl from a small South Carolina town, raised in low-income housing, achieve a dream life? Ten-year-old me would have scoffed at the very idea. Twenty-year-old me, though secretly harboring that dream, would have nervously laughed, unsure of how it could ever become reality.
My early understanding of money was limited to the constant struggle of budgeting to stretch every dollar, even if it wasn’t always successful. After college, my financial knowledge barely extended beyond getting paid and paying bills.
I made my share of mistakes: tanked credit, accumulated debt, and navigated a relationship with an equally financially irresponsible ex-husband. But I eventually began to rebuild my life, starting with leaving that toxic marriage.
Second Chances
Now, remarried with one child in college and one at home, my husband of twenty years and I have learned to be financially responsible and build wealth. We’re living the life our parents sacrificed for, and I’m passionate about helping others achieve their dreams and create generational wealth.
Your Turn
If you’re looking to move to the next level with your money, stick around. If you’re not ready to be a supporter or member, that’s fine. Join my regular free monthly newsletter (and get my The Mini Money Mojo Workbook for free).
I’ve gotta warn you that I am not cool. I’m cheesy, according to my newly minted teen son, and silly, according to my daughter who’s in her early 20s. And you know what? I don’t care. I’m me. I love my t-shirts, leggings, jeans, my coffee and lattes, movies and musicals, and my family. And, of course, I love that money and financial security lets me have the freedom to live a life I love.
What kind of life do you imagine for yourself? How will you get there? The workbook I mentioned above is a great tool to help you get started.
While you’re here, drop a note to say hi. I don’t bite hard enough to leave a mark.
