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Author, Workplace Consultant, Career Coach, & Heart-Finder All of Roze's work is grounded in H.E.A.R.T., a philosophy she created when she started her business.

According to Roze, we can all be successful and fulfilled in our work lives and personal lives when they're grounded in H.E.A.R.T. (Honesty, Empathy, Adaptability, Responsibility, and Teamwork) and enveloped in Passion and Respect. For 15 years, Roze authored a bi-weekly column, Workplace Woes - Roze Knows. It was published on the official Web sites of WVEC, KVUE, and WHAS11, ABC-TV affiliates, an

d The Virginian Pilot newspaper. Her column provided common sense advice for common workplace problems. She was the "Dear Abby" for the workplace. Roze continues to facilitate retreats and conduct workshops and seminars on a great many topics pertaining to soft-people skills, including but not limited to leadership, effective communications, mentoring, team building, and customer service. She also conducts one-on-one coaching/mentoring sessions with individuals, helping them find the right jobs (assists with their resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, interviewing techniques, networking, etc.); address issues in their current jobs; and transition from one career/job to a new one.

06/29/2025

These are just a few of the many amazing heart-finds I’ve come across over the past month. For me, they’re a constant reminder that we’re not alone. A divine presence surrounds us. We just need our hearts and minds to be open to it.

I can’t help but notice these treasures’ imperfections. They have flaws and I think that’s a nod to the fact that life can be challenging, even overwhelming at times.

It’s to be expected that we will get “banged up” as we travel life’s roads with all their twists and turns, cracks, and even pot holes. Nevertheless, we can endure and even thrive with our determination and steadfast faith.

“God never said that the journey would be easy, but He did say the arrival would be worthwhile.” Max Lucado

06/21/2025

Such a special day!

I had the joy of being part of the 104th birthday of one of the precious Red Stone ladies at Westminster Canterbury in Virginia Beach. Yes, you read that correctly - 104!

The staff brought the birthday girl a giant birthday hat and festive socks. (She’s known for her signature socks!), and gold crowns and zany glasses for the others.

I wrote a poem in her honor, and gave gift bags to all the ladies, each with a wooden heart ornament, colorful heart stickers to decorate them, and a fun heart bracelet.

It was so much fun to celebrate the birthday girl and help each woman decorate her heart in her own beautiful way.

As you can see in the photos, the only drawback was a COVID outbreak at the facility, so all the staff and I had to be masked and no refreshments could be served.

Spending time with these ladies is always so rewarding. They fill my heart to the brim!

06/15/2025

I’m sharing this excerpt from my book, “HEARTS,” to honor my dad this Father’s Day. He is always in my heart.

𝐦𝐲 𝐝𝐚𝐝 𝐤𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐦𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭

𝐀𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐦𝐲 𝐝𝐚𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝟒𝟎 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐦𝐲 𝐦𝐨𝐦, 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝, 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐚 𝐟𝐞𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐦𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭, 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐈 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐭 𝐈 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐡𝐢𝐦. 𝐈 𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐈 𝐡𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐦𝐲 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐮𝐩𝐬𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐢𝐦 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬.

𝐀𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐦𝐲 𝐠𝐮𝐭 𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐲 𝐝𝐚𝐝 𝐤𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐤𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐦𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭, 𝐈’𝐦 𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐛𝐫𝐨𝐤𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐚 𝐝𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐞. 𝐈’𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭.

𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐲 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐚𝐬 𝐈 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐦𝐲 𝐜𝐚𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞. 𝐀 𝐜𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐩𝐢𝐞𝐜𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐛𝐞𝐝 𝐦𝐲 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧. 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭-𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐠𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐝𝐚𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐢𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞.
𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮, 𝐃𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐲𝐎.

“𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰 𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦.” 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐦𝐚𝐧

06/10/2025

The Portsmouth Public Library’s Local Authors Expo this past Saturday was such a wonderful experience!

I had the chance to meet some truly talented fellow authors, connect with kind attendees, and even sold copies of “HEARTS: Finding Unexpected Signs of Hope, Comfort, and Joy.” As my very first bookfest, it was both exciting and a great learning opportunity.

Huge thanks to the Portsmouth Public Library for hosting such a rewarding event, and for the warm hospitality shown to all of us participating authors.

And to top it all off, I was lucky enough to win one of the raffle prizes—a beautiful gift basket! Tucked inside was a bracelet that reads FOLLOW YOUR HEART. It felt like a little, much needed, nod from up above.

06/07/2025

Do you see what I see?

With the school year wrapping up, I wasn’t surprised to find an eraser lying in the street. But what was surprising and so delightful was the heart that seems to be drawn or pressed into it.

It instantly reminded me of the impact teachers have on our lives. I’ve been so fortunate to learn from teachers who not only had brilliant minds, but big hearts as well.

They shaped my path in ways I’m still grateful for. They not only expanded my mind, but they showed me they truly cared. They touched my heart.

“Your heart is slightly bigger than the average human heart, but that’s because you’re a teacher.” Aaron Bacall

05/28/2025

I’m so excited to be a part of Portsmouth Public Library Local Author Expo on Saturday, June 7, from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM!

Stop by to say hi, browse, and pick up a signed and inscribed copy of my book “HEARTS: Finding Unexpected Signs of Hope, Comfort, and Joy.”

BONUS: There will be plenty to explore downtown that day — First Saturday Art Market, Farmers Market, Antique & Flea Market, and Seawall Music Festival — plus FREE parking!

05/20/2025

It’s not unusual for me to feel a deep sense of joy with each heart I find. But this one overwhelmed me like only a few have. Its beauty, perfect shape (a magnolia leaf covered in soft trichomes), and the timing all felt incredibly significant.

Over the weekend, my husband, sister-in-law, and I were working at my in-laws’ home, preparing for an upcoming auction. Thankfully, we all get along beautifully, but the emotional and mental toll is different for each of us. We will all feel a sense of relief when it’s behind us.

One of my tasks was to tell all the neighbors about the auction and leave them with a flyer covering the details. I knew I was the right one for the job, but I still felt a bit anxious. My mind was distracted with so many memories of our time spent here. I couldn’t help but wonder what my in-laws would think about all we’re doing.

After visiting the last neighbor, I spotted this striking heart in the curb as I walked back. The neighborhood has no sidewalks, so I was walking in the street. There are magnolia trees nearby, but none where I was.

I felt like this perfect heart-find was waiting for me. A lovely subtle sign from God and from my in-laws. A heavenly gift of love and encouragement.

“After a loved one passes, be encouraged by their passing and legacy… Live with encouragement knowing that they are proud and smiling down on you from heaven.” Matt Fraser

05/16/2025

So many of us are going through stuff. Whether it has to do with our personal or work lives, these things can impact us on so many levels - emotionally, mentally, and physically.

No matter how many years I have on this earth, I still find myself in situations that shake me to my core. I wish I were one of those people who could just let things run off my back, but that’s not in my DNA.

Something recently happened on a work project that felt like a punch to the gut. It not only caught me off guard, but I honestly couldn’t believe it happened. I’ll get through it, because I always do, and because of my faith, determination, and the love, support, and understanding of my amazing family and friends.

That said, I’m also realizing this kind of situation takes more of a toll on my physical health than it used to. I don’t bounce back so quickly.

A couple of days after this incident, an incredible heart appeared. This heart-find formed from scattered, uneven rose petals isn’t perfect, but maybe that’s what makes it even more powerful. A quiet reminder that comfort often appears in unexpected ways. I felt as if it was a gentle message from up above, lifting me up and reminding me to stay focused on my mission and not let others’ behavior throw me off course.

“God is faithful. He longs to fill our souls with peace.” Gwen Smith

05/13/2025

End-of-Year Gift for Teachers

I’m so touched to hear from parents who are giving my book as a year-end gift for their children’s teachers.

Admittedly, I’m a bit biased, but I truly believe it’s a wonderful way to thank these amazing individuals who make such a lasting impact on our children’s lives.

To make each gift more personal, I’m happy to sign and inscribe copies for anyone local. And for those outside my area, I can mail you a signed and inscribed bookplate to place inside the book.

What a special way to say “Thank You!” to our teachers who give so much of themselves, especially their hearts!

Email me at [email protected] for more information.

05/11/2025

I’m sharing this excerpt from my book, “HEARTS,” to honor my mom this Mother's Day. She’s been gone way too long, but she is always in my heart.

my mom is always with me

I often think about my mom and regret with all my
heart that her time on earth was cut so short. I find myself
talking to her from time to time, sharing my personal
thoughts and feelings. And I often wonder if she can hear
me and if she’s aware of all the important things that have
happened in not just my life but everyone in the family
since her passing.

This heart-find made me tear up. Sure, it’s a very
pretty charm, but what makes it even more beautiful for
me is that my mother’s name began with the letter M. My
feelings in that instant are hard to put into words, but in
that moment, I felt as if my mom was letting me know she’s
with me. The comfort and joy it gave me and continues
to when it comes to mind or when I take a look at it from
time to time is priceless. No doubt, it was a sign from up
above that my mom, one of God’s angels, hears me and
knows my heart.

“There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever
you are, you will always be in my heart.”
Mahatma Gandhi

05/07/2025

I recently dropped off copies of my book at Texture of Ghent, a beautiful gift shop in Norfolk, VA. It was such a wonderful experience. Kelly, the owner, was not only warm and welcoming, but she was also so understanding of my logistical situation. Her kindness truly lifted my heart.

As I was rushing back to my car, a heart-shaped rock caught my eye. It had quite a few battle scars, but what struck me most was its smooth texture given its weathered appearance. Isn’t that amazing? I was so excited that I darted back to the shop to show it to Kelly.

That uplifting moment at Texture of Ghent, followed by discovering a heart with such a beautiful texture, made my day. I don’t believe in coincidences. This felt like a lovely nod to Kelly’s support and the gratitude I had just expressed.

It’s always the right time to be kind and show appreciation. It does the heart good.

“You cannot do a kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late.” Ralph Waldo Emerson

04/30/2025

Little Bits of Unexpected Joy

What are the odds? From time to time, I come across some cool hearts when I’m on the road.

Whether I’m on a call, chatting with a passenger, thinking about family or book stuff, lost in thought about an upcoming meeting, mentally adding to my to-do list, or just singing along to the radio or tuned into a news report, these surprising heart-finds always put a smile on my face and give me a lift I truly value.

I’m a firm believer in taking a pause and embracing what delights us.

“When you live with an open heart, unexpected, joyful things happen.” Oprah Winfrey

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