A GIFT
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eoa A R B O N N E
TO THE RESCUE
I am sure you have heard the story about a man who is sitting on
top of his roof because of a terrible flood and praying to be res-
cued. A boat comes by and offers him safety and he refuses. Next,
a helicopter stops and offers assistance. The man again denies
help. Finally, he dies and when he reaches heaven, he asks why
he was not saved and then finds out the boat and the helicopter
were sent to save him. This is similar to my Arbonne story.
Within two years, I lost my stepdad, mother and aunt. We then
took on the expense of another home, knowing ours would sell
quickly. Then, the terrorist activity of September 11th hit. We both
lost our jobs, twice, that same year. Needless to say, we were dev- cindy blankenship
astated. This is the chance you take when working to build some-
Independent Consultant, Regional Vice President
one else’s dreams. I had been praying for guidance in what to do Cindy Blankenship Region; Tulsa, OK
with my life, but because of my age and lack of college education,
finding a job seemed impossible. I did not believe in myself nor
did I think that I was worthy. My skin felt as if it was breathing and became so soft. I became
a wholesale buyer, but was not interested in network marketing
In 1999, Carol and I were at our sons’ football camp and she nor in selling lipstick. I had a great-paying corporate sales job.
overheard Colton talk about his skin issues. Carol gave me some Besides, what would my friends think if I told them that I was “sell-
Extra Strength Masque. I was skeptical, but tried it. It worked. She ing lipstick?” However, the more I used it, the more I fell in love
then gave me a skin care sample. After a month, I finally tried it. with the Arbonne products. I started attending the meetings, sold
products to friends, hosted a few Presentations and “played
Arbonne.” I attended NTC 2000 Orlando as a District Manager.
I saw the big picture and wanted it for my family. But, with little
commitment and allowing fear to control me, I lost my District.
LEFT: Cindy with her daughter, AM
Angela Bertrand.
Then, in 2002, I visited RVP Felice Hill, and she told me to check
BELOW: Cindy’s grandchildren, my Why. Maybe it was not big enough? I was certain that this was
Ashley and Isaac.
not true! However, it got me thinking. Was I consistently doing
what I knew I needed to do to be successful?
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Cindy’s son, Colton with his dog, Daisy.
Cindy’s husband, Bruce.
NEW REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT
AM Angela Bertrand, DM Rachel Murphy, AM Kristi Dill and Cindy at NTC 2004 Texas.
success strategy:
“ Endeavor to persevere and
overcome your fears.
” FRONT: L–R: Susan Turner, AM Angela Bertrand, Cindy, DM Dianne Harrison, April Johnson,
Janice Mayfield and Karen Long. BACK: L–R: DM Rachel Murphy, DM Christ Stewart, DM Linda
Neil, AM Kristi Dill, Gloria White and DM Regina Reed.
Do not judge yourself by how fast someone else is moving. As Ashley and Isaac. To my new AM, Kristi Dill: You are on fire. Your
long as you are in daily activity, the rest will take care of itself. leadership qualities amaze me. To AM-in-qualification, Dianne
Harrison: You are incredible. You all set the bar high. You will all
Thank you, Founder Petter Mørck, for dreaming big and for show- be receiving your cars soon. I cannot wait. To DM Linda Neil: I
The testimonials in this story reflect the actual experience of an individual, are anecdotal only, and may be atypical.
ing us how to reach for the stars. To Executive Vice President Stian thank God for you and your belief in me. To Chris Swart, Pam
Mørck: Thank you for sharing your belief in me that I would be an Wyrrick, Rachel Murphy, Danielle Paulk, Janice Mayfield; DMs-in-
RVP because this has always stuck in my mind. Thank you, Sr. VP qualification Jennifer Rozeman, Regina Reid and Susan Ernst: I am
Product Development & Marketing Candace Keefe, for all that you so proud of all of you. Dream big, believe in yourself, stay
do. To President Rita Davenport: You hold a special place in my focused, “do the do” and it will come.
heart. I cannot tell you all the times that I would hold my AM
bracelet and think of the encouraging words you shared. A spe- To my hostesses and Clients, Consultants who purchase product
cial thanks goes to our awesome Home Office staff. at a discount: I have been blessed by all of you. Thank you for
this accomplishment.
To my incredible upline, NVP Carol Egleston, ENVP Cindy Pipkin,
ENVP Joyce Owens and ENVP Neta Irwin: I cannot thank you To my son, Colton: What a loving and giving spirit you have. I
enough for the gift of Arbonne, your friendship and your belief in am so proud of you. You keep me laughing. Thank you for
me. Your love, guidance and training have become part of my understanding my desire to succeed. I do this business for you
foundation in Arbonne. I love you all. and your sister.
I wish I could list everyone’s name who has given me an encour- Bruce, what a wonderful husband, dad and grandpa you are.
aging word, idea, hug and prayer. You all know who you are, You never complained when dinner was not ready. I know this has
thank you. been a long journey for us. Thank you for staying by my side and
supporting us. I do this business so that our stress of finances will
Arbonne is about family. Thank you to my daughter and son-in- one day be gone. Thank you for allowing me to dream big. You
law, Angela and Scott Bertrand in Dallas. You have a no-matter- are the love of my life.
what attitude and I am so proud of you and your accomplish-
ments. You have given me two precious gifts: My grandchildren, Arbonne is truly a gift. It’s your decision what you do with it. No
guts, no glory!
FRONT: Kay Hensley, Cindy, AM Rachel Murphy and DM Pam
Wyrrick. BACK: DM Chris Swart and NVP Carol Egleston.
Executive Vice President Stian
Mørck and Cindy at NTC
2000 Orlando.
Cindy with Founder Petter Mørck at
President Rita Davenport and Cindy at the 2003 NTC 2000 Orlando.
Area Manager’s Challenge celebration.
E Y E O N A R B O N N E | MARCH 2005