Women Over 40 Rock!

A few months ago I was honored by being named a Baby Boomer Diva by the Boomer Diva Nation. I am so proud to be a Boomer Diva and feel extremely privileged to be a part of the Boomer Diva Nation . Beverly Mahone is the Founder and Director of The Boomer Diva Nation and  is an inspiration to us all and at the forefront of  bringing powerful boomer women together across the world.  She never lets us forget that we are a significant and positive force in the world and within each other’s lives.  The Baby Boomer Girlfriend’s Spring Break Getaway, April 18-20th 2008 / Daytona Beach Florida, is just the beginning of an historical movement.  I know it will be a resounding success. I want to let everyone know about this wonderful event so check out The Baby Boomer Girlfriends Spring Break Getaway to find out more about the retreat. Here is my interview with Beverly Mahone, a kindred spirit of mine and In the Trenches Productions:
•    WHAT WAS YOUR INSPIRATION FOR BABY BOOMER GIRLFRIENDS’ SPRING BREAK WEEKEND GETAWAY?  The inspiration behind hosting the Baby Boomer Girlfriends Spring Break came to me because I wanted a way to connect a diverse group of women around the country for a weekend of fellowship, networking and just plain FUN.  Initially, it was only going to be a one night pajama party somewhere in Georgia but then a friend of mine who is the General Manager of a TV station in Daytona Beach, FL offered me the opportunity to tape a Baby Boomer Town Hall Meeting and I just couldn’t pass up that deal so, with the help of my wonderful event planner Carol King, we started working on an entire weekend of activities.  I’ve been blessed to have members of my boomer diva nation group step up and volunteer their time and talents to help make this event a success.  To be perfectly honest, this weekend has taken on a life all its own but I believe that’s the way God intended for it to be.
•    WHAT IS YOUR MAIN GOAL FOR THE EVENT?  I don’t have just one main goal.  I want this event to inspire women in many different ways.  In addition to being a fun weekend, it is also designed to educate and empower us as women.  There will be seminars to address our concerns and needs as we grow older.  This is also the opportunity to network and fellowship with women you probably wouldn’t, otherwise,  meet.  There are women coming from Ohio, Tennessee, Maryland, North Carolina, New Mexico and even as far away as California.  For me, personally, I’m excited because this is the first time I will get to meet fellow members of the Boomer Diva Nation Group.  I met one woman (Linda Alexander) last year but I’ve only associated with the others through online networking so this will be an absolute thrill for me!  When it’s all over, I want women to walk away with renewed strength and to be encouraged. Our group’s motto is:  Women on the Move and Making a Difference.  I hope they will take that statement to heart and go back to their home communities and be the change they want to see in their worlds.
•    WHAT IS NEXT FOR BOOMER DIVA NATION IN 2008?  First of all, I’m already planning for the next Spring Break! :)  As far as Boomer Diva Nation goes, we are continuing to grow.  We’re actually global with Diva sisters in Australia.  There is so much talent in this group and I want to make sure the whole world knows about the wonderful resources these women have to offer.    One of our missions is to offer an annual scholarship of some kind.  We’re still working out the details for that.
•    WHAT HAS THIS GROUP DONE FOR YOU?  This group has been a totally blessing!  The beautiful thing about this group is we’re all working together to make each other better.  I really do believe the sky’s the limit for us. Jeremiah 29:11 says, “For I know the plans I have for you.  Plans to prosper you and not harm you.”  We’re on a mission with God leading the way!

So pack your pajamas and head to Florida.
Debbie Zipp, In the Trenches Productions
The First Entertainment Network Celebrating the Power and Beauty of Women over 40.