In every life, there are challenges.
I ended up on my knees,
with this song on my lips.
Illustrated Children's Book Series
NELSON'S GARDEN
My daughter Colleen Esposito and I are the proud co-authors of the Nelson's Garden series. Once upon a time, we met a very old man from Weston, Massachusetts named Nelson McNutt. He was quite a local legend and lived to be 105 years old.
Nelson used to wave to passersby as he tended his garden. Our story is about two sisters named Belle and Rosie (Colleen's daughters) who have a summer wish to learn how to grow a garden. Both books are filled with gorgeous illustrations of a garden in full bloom and both stories are filled with timeless messages about the importance of respect for your elders, friendship at any age, and the belief that if you put kindness out into the world, it can't help but take root and grow.
GRATITUDE
Filmed in my living room, Songs & Stories is a 4-part YouTube and podcast series anchored by celebrity interviewers including legendary arts & entertainment anchor Joyce Kulhawik, rocker Charlie Farren, songstress Amanda Carr and news anchor Shannon Mullaire. Nothing is off limits here, so pull up a chair. Welcome to my home!
INSPIRATION
I've spent decades using my voice to help women tell theirs. The Story Behind Her Success is a weekly podcast and radio series that shines the spotlight on women from every walk of life. These women answer tough questions about what really matters, share how they get past obstacles, and inspire us all with their answers.
THE CANDY O CREDO
When we lift each other up, we all rise. -Laurie E. Smith
CANDY O's
Breast Cancer Wisdom
Like millions of women, I've heard the words "you have breast cancer" and in that moment, I joined a sisterhood of women who have taught me what it takes to be a survivor. Hit that download button for Breast Cancer Wisdom, and welcome to the sisterhood.
Hit that download button for Breast Cancer
Wisdom, and welcome to the sisterhood.
DON'T KNOW ME? HERE'S MY STORY...
Missy was one of my lifelong best friends. A social worker by trade, she tapped into her experience as a domestic and sexual abuse survivor to counsel women in crisis. About a year before she died of breast cancer, Missy asked me to establish a fund in her name. The Sweet Melissa Fund provides emergency financial assistance to women and their families.
Venmo your donation to me @radiogirl57
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