Welcome

Welcome! We're 3 generations of women who said farewell to sunny Southern California and waved 'hi y'all' to sultry South Carolina. We love helping other women in need. I'm not saying you are needy! But don't you love getting tips from women who know something more than you in specific areas?

My daughter, Jacquie, is a certified nutritionist and I'm learning some easy steps to becoming healthier as the days--and years--go by. She owns and works at Life Wellness Center in Lexington, SC with her husband of 25 years, Dr. Thomas Blake.

My 22-year-old granddaughter, Destiny, is a make-up artist with MAC Cosmetics in Columbia, SC. She is teaching me simple ways to add a little glitter to my life ... and don't we all need some glitter now and then? She loves her Zumba classes and playing with her two labs.

And me? Well, through the years--sixty-eight at this writing--I've gleaned from some marvelous mentors and learned from the hard knocks of life how to fulfill the dreams that God has placed in me. I'm a writer, and I recently published my first novel, Lady and the Sea, based on my life story. (you can visit my website at www.sharonleaf.com and order my two novels at www.amazon.com/author/www.sharonleaf.com

Friday, March 13, 2015

Where have we been? That's a good question. Answer: Living, loving life!

Where have we been? Good question.  Answer: Living, Loving Life!

Winter 2014
Jacquie and Destiny lounging at my house.

Honestly, we forgot we had a blog!  
Not sure anyone reads it anyway. 
But just incase someone out there has missed us, 
we are still alive and well on planet earth 
in South Carolina.

Now for a quick update on the 3-Geration GLITS Gals:

Jacquie is busy with her nutrition business at Life Wellness Center. 
Works out faithfully,
takes her niece shopping and to the movies,
vacationed in the mountains of North Carolina/Tennessee,
traveled with hubby to So-Cal,
and is a smiley 'greeter' at her church,
NewSpring Church/Lexington.

Destiny not only works at Mac Cosmetics,
she now leads several morning work-out classes at the local Gold's Gym.
She took a road trip to Georgia.
She loves hanging with her peeps,
relaxing at home,
and just being 'herself.'

As for me, the third-generation of this motley crew, 
I'm busy writing my next book, Lady on the Run, 
and promoting my published book, Lady and the Sea. 
I traveled to California twice this year and 
I'm planning a road trip to Springfield, Missouri in the Spring, and 
Key West in the Autumn.

The GLITS Gals hope you are pursuing your dreams.
As you walk, jog, or run on your journey,
don't forget those around you whom you love.
A phone call, a visit, a prayer,
makes all the difference in the world
to those who love you.

Until next time ... whenever that may be ...
we wish you oceans of blessings!

The Lord before whom I have walked,
will send His angel with you
to make your journey successful.
Genesis 24:40  NASB

Monday, August 18, 2014

Gone fishin' for the summer...


Jacquie: "Let's get Destiny!"

Sharon:  "Yes! We'll get Destiny!"
We got Destiny!!
"Don't cry, Destiny!
Take it like a man...I mean WO-man!"
(actually, she was crying because her mascara smeared)
We are hoping you are having a sunny-fun summer!  
Sharon trekked through Costa Rica, is swimming an hour every day, and writing in her spare time. Jacquie's fishing with her hubby and eating healthy.
Destiny is working at Mac Cosmetics, working out, yoga-ing, and hangin' out with her friends.

But don't worry, the GLITS Gals shall return!


Celebrating Destiny's Birthday
Don't forget to SMILE!  
You'll look 20 years younger, and 
feel 10 years younger...
...or is it the other way around?


Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Me, Jacquie, and Destiny
at Jacquie's 48th Birthday Party

Daughter Jacquie had a birthday last week!  When did my sweet little girl become such a lovely, grown woman?  Forty-eight years has flown by.  

We ate cake, we sang karaoke and danced.  We had a blast!

We wish you fun and oceans of blessings!

Friday, March 21, 2014

Spring into Spring!

A California photo (June 2007)

Jacquie, Destinee, and I are celebrating the first day of Spring by drinking our morning smoothies, taking a brisk walk, and splashing our faces with glitter and lots of smiles.  Enjoy your day!

Thursday, February 6, 2014

Living their Dreams at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi

WWII ship MS Restoration
Heading to Sochi, Russia 1995

The 3-Generation GLITS Gals love the Winter Olympics!

Jacquie:  I love to watch the dreams of these young people coming true right before my very eyes, via the television.  They have been preparing for years and are now in tip-top shape to fulfill their dreams.  Just to be in Sochi, Russia will be life-changing for each one.  I wish them all the best.  As you and I watch the Olympics, lets not forget to meet our own daily health-goals through eating healthy and exercising.  
Jacquie took skating lessons when she was younger,
Now she skates for fun.

Destiny:  Our American women competing in the Olympics look naturally beautiful.  It must be all the exercise they get preparing for the intense two weeks ahead.  The ice skaters especially have the ability to look glamorous ... gorgeous outfits, lovely hair-do's, and exotic make-up.  You go, girls!  And as you and I watch their dreams unfold, remember to bling up your own dreams!

"You can be glam while exercising"
Destiny in her younger days in Southern California


Sharon:  These Olympics are special to me because in 1995 I sailed from Seattle, WA, to Sochi, Russia on a WWII ship.  Our purpose for being in Sochi was quite different than our Olympians.  You see, we were there to pick up Russian Jews and transport them to Haifa, Israel (free of charge).  Those moments at the dock just before dawn were emotional for the crew, but even more for the Russian Jews who were leaving their homeland to begin a new life in Israel.
Sharon in her cabin on the WWII ship Restoration
She learned that "Less is best" on her 14-months living on board.

The 3-Generation GLITS Gals wish our American team the very best.  We will be rooting them on from the comfort of our homes.  

God bless them all and return them safely home.