Maria Barbieri

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“I Dare me!” by Maria Barbieri

Submitted to Contest #44

It’s amazing how through one simple dare, a person’s life can change dramatically! Back in 1993, I had taken on a part time job selling advertising for a local community paper. I took it on reluctantly in not knowing I had the gift of ‘sales’ hiding within me! My upbeat, energetic and strong verbal skills in two languages were an added bonus leading to a far greater opportunity. One afternoon while dropping off my advertising contracts for that week, I hear my employer on a heated telephone conversation. In simply asking what he was so upset...

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As a first time author, I’m currently working on a memoir of my life’s ups and downs, my journey for love and the many rejections or failed attempts. Being in my mid 60’s, thru many trials and errors and experiences, I’ve come to an open and honest conclusion, that being in a relationship isn’t the be all and end all. My life is full of many challenges, some happy, some sad but all offering lessons to be learned and perhaps taught for the benefit of others. As a single mom who raised 2 sons from ages 4 and 1-1/2, I mastered the art of survival, on limited income despite working 2-3 jobs, and am a home owner for over 20+ years. It can be done and I’m proof!