THE LIFE I LOVE: KAREN E. GRIFFIN

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Karen E. Griffin is the Mother of two daughters and grandchildren, Self-Employed, Textile Artisan, National and International Storyteller, and Certified International Tour Manager. She is currently most passionate about art in honor of her Ancestors’ journey to and in america. Because it allows her to connect, communicate, and express their unFINISHED stories in america. She is preparing and planning two textile art exhibits, assisting young scholars with jump-starting careers, virtual storytelling, and booking Diversity, Equity, Accessibly, and Inclusion talks within organizations.

Karen is a co-author in The Life I Love, where she and nine co-authors share real stories revealing transformations that lead to living a life worth celebrating while embracing the NOW! The title of her chapter is Him + Her = ME.

Excerpt: Don’t tell because no one will believe YOU.

“First, I would like to say that I’m humbled and honored to be a co-author with 9-Wonderful Women of Color. The process and journey have inspired me to connect and cherish every moment to create build a LEGACY. Second, I love the collaboration and the ability to review and share other powerful women’s journeys in LIFE is priceless and powerful.”

Karen felt it was time to share her story and help other women break their voiceless chains and pain. “My contribution will engage, empower and educate other WOMEN with relating, relaxing and releasing PAIN to gain HOPE.” She shares that one of the life lessons she’s learned from her experience is, “Don’t get READY, be READY to support others in need.

This article originally appeared in the February/March 2021 TODAY’S PURPOSE WOMAN issue.