Four years ago this month, I attended the funeral of a dear family friend who I grew up with.  Our dads were best buddies.  My sister, brother and I lovethis family.  They are our people.  Some of our most cherished childhood memories include times we spent with these people who we considered family.

The day after my friends funeral was the announcement of Prince’s passing and the world mourned.

At the time and still four years later, I can’t help but think about the dichotomy of the two passing.  One, a star, a celebrity and yes, a musical genius.  The other a daughter, sister, wife, mother and friend.

We live in a world where celebrity is reigns.  We live, breathe, eat, and drink celebrity whether it be sports starts, movie stars or even reality TV stars.  As a society, we look to them to tell us what to eat, what to wear and what to drive.

But what about someone who the world didn’t know but was a known star in her world? My friend, Diane, was certainly a star in her world.  She had so many wonderful gifts that she shared with the people in her life.  I was often touched by her kindness, her sense of humor and her compassion.

"Be authentic.  Be genuine.  Be real.  Be yourself." - Tai Sheridan

This time of year, I always think of Diane.  Her passing makes me think about how we don’t have to be a celebrity or a musical genius to touch lives.  We don’t have to create the latest technology gadgets to make a difference.  We don’t have to do any of that.  We just need to be ourselves, show up and love one another.

Just be authentic and present in the lives of those who matter to you and you’ll be a star in your world.

Being yourself is sexy.
Adrienne