It has been several years since my brother, Jason informed me that Les Brown, "The Motivator" had just called the house for my mentor. I was both elated and disappointed at the same time. How is that I kept missing the call?
I gave my brother the run down about how my Aunt Sylvia had given me a "boot leg" copy of one of his speeches on cassette some years ago. I emphasized how intrigued I was with his story and his passion. I spoke of how I was determined to one day meet him and how residing in my mentor's home in Miami Lakes, Florida had put me closer than ever.
Finally, I answered his call! As I was taking the message, I realized that I must seize the opportunity for a formal introduction. However, I noticed he didn't have on his enthusiastic voice. He confided in me that he was having the best day. This was my chance, I started fast talking him with all of the inspiration I could. I started with, "Well, Mr. Brown, you know motivation comes from within..." and from that point on, I let him have it! I could hear the enthusiasm in his voice. My prayer to inspire others had been heard by God Almighty! Les Brown then asked me where was I headed. I informed him that we were on our way to West Palm Beach. He shouted, "You must come see me, I'm at the Breakers hotel! " I confirmed that we'd be there asap.
Once we got to the luxurious, ocean front hotel, I realized that I didn't have his room number. The front desk staff insisted that they couldn't reveal his room number. I was so adament about meeting him that an employee secretly showed me to Mr. Brown's room on the mezzanine level. I fervently knocked for about twenty-five minutes until Les Brown opened the door. I remember him looking as if he'd just awakened (with matted hair and all). He was dressed very casual. He put on a huge smile as he exclaimed, "you must be Tiffany!" He then reached out, gave me a hearty huge and welcomed us into his suite...
It was at that time, that the man known as "The Motivator" had inspired me to dedicate my life to becoming a "Dream Builder". It was at that moment, that I knew, if he could do it - I could too!!!
I gave my brother the run down about how my Aunt Sylvia had given me a "boot leg" copy of one of his speeches on cassette some years ago. I emphasized how intrigued I was with his story and his passion. I spoke of how I was determined to one day meet him and how residing in my mentor's home in Miami Lakes, Florida had put me closer than ever.
Finally, I answered his call! As I was taking the message, I realized that I must seize the opportunity for a formal introduction. However, I noticed he didn't have on his enthusiastic voice. He confided in me that he was having the best day. This was my chance, I started fast talking him with all of the inspiration I could. I started with, "Well, Mr. Brown, you know motivation comes from within..." and from that point on, I let him have it! I could hear the enthusiasm in his voice. My prayer to inspire others had been heard by God Almighty! Les Brown then asked me where was I headed. I informed him that we were on our way to West Palm Beach. He shouted, "You must come see me, I'm at the Breakers hotel! " I confirmed that we'd be there asap.
Once we got to the luxurious, ocean front hotel, I realized that I didn't have his room number. The front desk staff insisted that they couldn't reveal his room number. I was so adament about meeting him that an employee secretly showed me to Mr. Brown's room on the mezzanine level. I fervently knocked for about twenty-five minutes until Les Brown opened the door. I remember him looking as if he'd just awakened (with matted hair and all). He was dressed very casual. He put on a huge smile as he exclaimed, "you must be Tiffany!" He then reached out, gave me a hearty huge and welcomed us into his suite...
It was at that time, that the man known as "The Motivator" had inspired me to dedicate my life to becoming a "Dream Builder". It was at that moment, that I knew, if he could do it - I could too!!!
4 comments:
Your blog & comments on the blogs of others reiterates the point that you made here, Ms. Tiffany! Yes, I see abundance & blessings in this year 2007 and onward!
Hugz, Mahma!
Thanks so much Capcity! I think your post is quite inspirational. Be blessed.
when i need a little pick me up...guess where I come to? Thanks, Tiffany for being a diligent provider of inspriational posts and a fantastic example of the black woman/mother that young woman can learn from!
Keep on posting and doing your thing...I'm so looking forward to the AWW conference!!!
DC,
Glad this is doing it for you. Boy are you easy. (smile) Looking forward to the AWWC also. Talk soon.
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