Ten who have influenced me:
1. My Great-Grandmother, Lila King – she was kind-hearted and gave me sound advice that inspired me to act and not give up on myself despite what trials I face in my life.
2. My Mom, Celeste King – she told me one day that I could do ANYTHING I put my mind to, and I believed her.
3. My Dad, Floyd Johnson – he was my example of how to have dreams for my life and never give up on achieving them.
4. My Husband, Thomas – he loves me and he causes me to grow into a better me.
5. My Children, Raymon & Jaida – they show me the face and heart of God.
6. Oprah – she reminded me that as a woman I have to remember to make myself a priority and take time out to take care of myself, get my rest and replenish my battery.
7. Nelson Mandela – showed me that freedom is a mindset.
8. Dr Martin Luther King Jr. – showed me that I should NEVER stop dreaming.
9. Maya Angelou – showed me how to live a fabulous life and age with wisdom and grace.
10. Mary J Blige – I love her music but even more than that I love that she showed me what a grown woman looks like after coming through the hurt.