Everyone has their own definition of fabulous and I've grown into my own skin, woken up from a coma, smiling every day!
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I'm at an age where I am finally comfortable in my own skin. It took me years after losing over half of myself and I've found new hobbies and interests that I really enjoy. I've learned to cherish the little things and live every day like it's your last. I was in a coma and I woke up! I love pretty much everything about being over 40!
How do you stay fabulous?I stay fabulous by being myself and being kind to others. No matter how bad you think your day is there is someone having a way worse day than you. That's why I smile at everyone and say hello because that one small Chester can turn their day around. I'm quirky and make everyone laugh and I've been told I should be a motivational speaker. I'm just me and that's all I can be.
What would you do with the $40,000?I would use some of it to help animals and people in need. I literally haven't money to my name but with what I did have I bought a homeless man and his dog, yes both, a hot meal today. It wasn't much but it was all I could do. I would put some in savings, then get caught up on bills, pay some things in advance like rent, road trip with my 4 dogs, down payment on a house perhaps. There's a lot I could do but I don't want to go blowing it all. We all need a rainy day fund!
Colossal is a nationally registered professional fundraiser that inspires people to advocate for themselves and those in need. Through online competitions like Fab Over 40, Colossal offers participants the opportunity to make their mark while also making a big impact.
