My Tribe - Part One
My last blog was on November 11, 2011. Seven years just flew by. I was recently reminded of the crossroads I came upon back in Nov of 2008 and the amazing journey I have been on since then. 2008 was devastating for professionals in the construction industry. Many designers, architects and engineers lost their main source of income and were forced to close down their businesses. Contractors, too. My family and I were affected personally. In February, 2009 I found my first tribe! A bunch of do-gooders, who, in their spare time renovated homes for families in need. I became a volunteer and a board member with the Fuller Center for Housing of Greater Atlanta . I found my purpose and I was hooked on helping others and making an impact in my community. While coordinating a youth program in 2010, one of my students came to the office on a Monday morning looking disheveled, like he hadn't slept in days. After prying...