Hello Everyone! I'm fairly new to Stage 32, a couple months now and loving EVERY moment. So glad I found this group and many thanks to RB and his team for such a great hub for artists. This time last year I had just made the decision to move to LA from the San Francisco Bay Area. I had spent 8 months without a home after injuring my back and losing my job. My entire world was in a storage container and I came to Santa Monica to basically lay on the beach for 10 days to heal and re-charge the batteries. That trip changed my life as during my time here my soul suggested a change of scenery, and I listened. I had also just published my 5th book, It's Simply Serendipity where I share my story of transformation from homelessness to published author. Last year was the second stint of homelessness in two years. Today I am happy and thriving in LA (Santa Monica) having published six books, two of which are #1 International Bestsellers. I am currently working on the sequel to Serendipity due out November, 2015 and also creating a documentary from the book sharing my story of 2013 and the path that led me to LA. I come from a background in event management with the non-profit sector and just launched a crowdfunding campaign to create Serendipity Publishing Academy where I will share everything I've learned over the last few years on publishing a book. I'm hoping to launch my Serendipity company in January and provide scholarships to writers in need from around the globe through the Academy. I'm excited about transitioning from book author to screenwriter and filmmaker. My market is women in transition and I feel I am so aligned with my soul's purpose. Thrilled to be here and excited about connecting with other members. I'm an eager pupil ready to learn and serve. Cali Gilbert www.CaliGilbert.com www.facebook.com/CaliGilbert www.twitter.com/serendipitypem
Introduce Yourself : Homeless in SF to THRIVING in LA! by Cali Gilbert
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Congratulations on your success!!
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maybe you write my story a movie :)
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Congratulations on your victories, Cali! May you go from strength to strength. Peace and love, Paul nam-myoho-renge-kyo
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I, too, have had Seredipity play a huge role throughout my life...have written on this, as well. As for homelessness, well, I was in a situation myself in So CA where an enemy was trying to make that a reality for me....and, having turned down profound opportunities in LA and La Jolla, fame, fortune, all of that, I was surprised to find my self in that precarious situation. I had always taken for granted the connection the Universe always seemed to be handing me. One person invading your life or one single turn of events can throw your path sideways. Powerful stories we share, Cali. I also have included such things in my current screenplay. I look forward to hearing about the launch of your Serendipity Publishing Academy.
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I enjoyed your story, you sound like your on a great journey. I hope to work with you someday.
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Hi Cali - I believed we've bumped into each other in Shangri-la. What an emotional journey you've had. It is so amazing that you chose to celebrate your success by paying it forward. Stage 32 is definitely an outlet for that as well. Many times a good advise, and being that one person who changes someone's live for better can be more valuable than anything else.
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Thanks all. I'm so grateful that I listened to my soul's calling to move to LA. BEST decision I ever made. I feel so aligned with my purpose and eager to serve others with my gifts & talents. :)
Always great to see you, Cali! Thanks for the kind words!