GOTTA HAVE A HEART

On Saturday February 27th, I had the pleasure of attending The For You Network "You Gotta Have Heart" awards luncheon. For You Network is a group for women in Southern California. This organization offers women a way to share knowledge, promote business and build personal relationships.

The awards were presented by Cindy Ashton. Cindy Ashton was born with only a 20% chance of survival. By age 14 Cindy had already undergone 3 heart surgeries. Overcoming her physical limitations Cindy has become a successful singer, performer and motivational speaker.

Delores Burgess also graced us with her beautiful voice. Delores performed "Funny Valentine"”and an original piece "Loving Me" written by her for her one woman stage play "Fighting for the Title". Delores is a two time breast cancer survivor. She travels around the country performing and educating women to be proactive in the fight against breast cancer.

Awards were presented to Women who are successful in business while having a "heart". Luncheon attendees donated toiletries to benefit the women of SafeHouse in Riverside. Cindy Ashton closed the afternoon with "All I ask of you" from Phantom of the Opera. I left the event with a feeling of gratitude. Not only is this organization focused on creating success in the lives and business of their members, they truly do reach out and give back to the community.