Your decision, your husband, your daughter's letter and your next journey in life, all I can say is, "Simply Incredible. " You've Got this because you are putting your trust in the right 2, God and You! You Go Girl! Congrats!🎉❤

I left my federal govt job in 2018, after 30 yrs and 3 weeks, to pursue real estate and renovation. I passed the real estate exam only 2 months prior. I had a moment where I knew it was time. I'm not old enough to get a pension either, but no way was I staying there undervalued and unappreciated another day. I prayed for permission, then I dipped. People think faith is the absence of fear, but I say it's feeling the fear and doing it anyway because you know God has you covered. You don't have to see the other side; just know that he'll catch you before you crash, and he will help you prosper. And the blessings...whew chile! I thought I was good at dreaming. He continues to blow my mind. Onward....

My wife passed from cancer in 2015 after a long struggle. At the time she was only 60,I was 62. I worked overnights at the time and after she passed I had to ask myself was I happy with the thought of keeping my job and it dawned on me no, so I took a deep breath,resigned and moved back to Florida and be able to be closer to my daughter. Little did I know I was offered a position at the sales office and sell homes in a 55 + community in complex I live in. Never did I know or think about selling homes. So true we don't know what the future can hold. So, now I am retired and feel complete. And, now I am loving the crafting with many different areas. My newest of course my Cricut. So it's people like you and Jennifer who I follow to learn all I can. Today my daughter was here and set up my new Cricut Joy. I also love working making tumblers. So journey has been wonderful. Good and bad. God bless.

As a 17 yr educator, l absolutely, 100% get it. I have that same anxiety when July hits. My mom purchased the first and second cricut machines ever made. You know the one with cartridges. She made everything under the sun from cards to banners adn gift boxes. Unfortunately, she passed away and never opened the second Cricut. Last summer, finally opened to see what this crafting was all about. I went to YT and realized it was an old outdated version. But low and behold, l saw videos about a new Cricut that could everything her old ones did plus more. So tha summer, l got the Cricut bug and have not looked back since.

No way I watch most of them! How Cool! How much fun was that! I am mildly disable now so walking is a challenge so crafting was my first outlet and closer to Christmas I will do some for my family even if I know some of them will store them away. Then last CHRISTmas my son bought me a Cricut. Now I have purpose! I will make those same gifts personal with my Cricut. I also have printers and heat presses for cups, tumblers, and shirts with CHRISTian quotes, but when there eyes have read the quote, there's that seed planted. I also have a my youngest daughter about to ring the bell at a hospital in St. Louis. I thanked God for her healing the minute I heard the diagnosis. So much more to that.......

Thank you so much for sharing your story! God led me to this story time for a reason. I stepped out on faith and decided to start crafting/ creating. I told myself I'd wait until I retired to be fully into it, but God had other plans.I was in a wreck on the job, not my fault. And with only 1 year 1/2 left until my retirement, due to work restrictions they let me go. I too worked in the school district here, but had been a bus driver for 26 1/2 years. My husband and I didn't know how we'd make it, whew.. But God! I've been out of work a little over a year now and God has definitely kept us. He always knows what is best for us. He knew what you needed before you did. Thank you for listening to Him. Continue to follow Him and may you continue to have much success in ALL that you do!!❤

Shew weee Ms. Delonda!! That precious letter your daughter gave you had me CRYING!! What a sweet, encouraging, smart, beautiful and amazing child you have raised! And you can tell how proud she is of her Mommy! Thank you for sharing this journey with us bc I have been STRUGGLING with exactly what you’re talking about in this video!! I want to start crafting FULL TIME, but I have made it to one step… that’s making the items. I haven’t set up a SM page to sell or teach or anything and I have my reasons for holding back, but they’re EXCUSES.. invalid, tbh… I’m my own worst critic but I’ve got to put more faith in myself and God bc I’m at a job full time that my heart just isn’t in. I’d love to be home crafting and doing the things I want, but I just can’t afford to quit my job right now. I am going to take the necessary steps I need to in order to work towards my goal of being able to quit and do what I love! Sorry for the “novel” comment lol. I just really want to say I admire your courage and trust in God and I wish you continued success with your page, crafting and life! Proud of you!! Keep kicking butt!! 💪🏽♥️

When God has gifted you with a treasure to share with the world, it's not for everybody to understand, and they may not understand you Ms. Delonda but I hear the Lord saying they will SEE you. Keep God first and keep on crafting, you all (all the crafty ladies) inspire me to keep on keeping on, i just started out. So I understand about the midnight oil, but in every midnight morning still has to come. Good Morning Crafting with Delonda!!

Delonda you’re a jewel thank you for sharing your daughter touched my heart I’m a 70 year old crafter and still love it and I still love it those of us who watch you love you and will continue to share you with others

I’m struggling now on a job I absolutely hate, but it’s just me and get up everyday and come this job to pay the bills but my heart and mind is starting my handmade business. I having been praying and asking God what is my purpose, what is my assignment. I’m so happy for you it’s awesome to have family support.

As an educator I totally understand and I am in year 23 and my passion is crafting and I don't know how to find my space....I totally get it...I congratulate you.

Oh Dalonda! I just scrolled down and see this was 11Mo. ago! But it still touched my heart! I have got to go to bed it is after 11:00 catch ya later! Nite, well after I finish watching the rest of this LOL

So glad I found you. I love that you are not trying to sell, you just want to teach us!

Thank you for sharing your story and the inspirational letter that your daughter wrote for you. I work in healthcare and I fully understand you reasoning for your decision. Congratulations for your strength and your new journey. God bless you.

Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt story. Your decision is not for us to understand but for us to admire and view as a source of inspiration. For God knows the wishes of your heart and where he wanted you to be placed to serve his will. You are still an educator- just in a virtual classroom. You have enriched our lives and helped us to grow in our crafting and businesses. No matter which path you choose, we’re here for you. Congratulations on your retirement 💜💜💜

I didn't know that you were an assistant principal, but it was nice to know. Delonda I am so proud of you. Your story was so inspiring to me. I loved when you said you talked to your husband but you realize the main source was God. I'm glad you have found your place and it includes being you. Being you is why i continued looking at your videos. I want to continue learning all the cricuting craft that you have taught and will continue teaching. When I started watching your videos I knew God has a great blessing for you. I want to tell you congratulations on this journey and may God bless you because you have certainly been a blessing to me in crafting. Love you for all that you give so selfless. Bless you on your journey.

OMG...tears thank you so much for telling your story. At this very minute you have help me so much you would not even understand. Thank you so much, may God continue to carry you through.

Thank you for sharing your faith and story I found your channel by accident looking for ideas on her to use my cricut after having it for so many years . I sew i knit i crochet so many gifts. You have given me the push to just do it im at the age to retire so this is going to be my last year. I trust God he has never let me down. Thank you for your honesty in and finding that joy . You will continue to be Blessed

Hello Delonda, I'm so glad to hear your story. I had almost the same scenario as you did. Only I was still hesitant about leaving even after I had worked for 42 years for the same company. I went back and forth about retiring from my employer. What really helped me to make up my mind was after I had to deal with COVID 19. After I got better and went back to work, I felt like I was just going through the motion. So after much praying and discussions with my family, I finally gave my notice and have been retired now for 2 years. I'm so glad that now I have the time to devote as much time as I want to crafting. I had a Cricut Machine that sat in the box for at least 4-5 months-then I found your channel and I am glad you are dedicated to helping others to get better in their creative ventures. I always remember what my mom used to say "the hardest job to do is the you don't WANT to do"!!! Thank you again for all of you spirit and sharing your experiences with others.

I didn’t see the live, watching replay. I retired after 25 years as a police officer last year & I love it. I always tell people God will let you know when & where you should move. I always tell myself & others we have to work our faith. And btw I’ve always loved butterflies. 😊🙏💙

I have been in education for 28 years and was fortunate to be able to retire this year. I felt the same way as you for the past few years and struggled every day. So glad I made it through and so thrilled that your family supported you in your decision to make a change in your life. God bless you! 🙏🏻

Girl i am tearing up over your hubby encouraging you to follow God. 😢 Like it’s time for us to “come out of her”. I am going through trials and want to fulfill my God-given purpose and it can be so scary but the Lord has been there through every step! Like I dont even know how things have transpired to keep me above water but He’s doing it! It keeps blowing my mind! God bless you girl... and that message from your daughter was beautiful. Well done my dear!🙏🏾💜💜💜

54:29 I know I'm late to this video, but girl. That letter made ME cry! You have raised and taught so many how to do what they need to do to live in their purpose. I'm not on this journey that you are on, but it reminded me that I need to re-focus on my purpose. Thank you. 🤗

Delonda you are such an inspiration! I was a Early childhood teacher for 20 years until Covid and now I just want to craft!! I love crafting! Thank you so much

Such a beautiful loving life story. I too don’t sell. Love you keep up the crafting.

Yolanda - You’re such an inspiration. I cried with you as you read your daughter’s letter. I agree, we all have a purpose and must trust in God to guide our paths. Your authenticity is what I like most about you. You keep it REAL…Thanks for sharing your time, gifts and talents. I know God has you and your family covered, as you explore this new journey and chapter in your life. I retired after 32 years in law enforcement, and understand what you experienced leading up to the final day as a public servant. I’m so happy for you. Congratulations and God bless…

I’m so proud of you Delonda - I’m glad that you followed your dream because as I’ve said before - YOU INSPIRED ME & IM SO GRATEFUL 🙌🏾🙏🏾🙌🏾 I pray that you continue to have BLESSINGS ON TOP OF BLESSINGS 🙌🏾🙏🏾🙌🏾 I WILL CONTINUE FOLLOWING YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY 💃🏽💪🏾🙌🏾🙏🏾💃🏽

I loved this video! Morgan made me cry too! What a wonderfully loving daughter! And Peter, what a great hubby, he’s got you! ☺️ So no salads and no group chat. 😆 As someone who has defined herself from her career, this video was a good word for me! Thank you! You really are my people 💜💝

Delonda!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lord have mercy ohhhhh all of this was for me. To God be the glory. I appreciate your obedience in sharing this. ❤

Delonda, you are a beautiful individual. I love your honesty and truthfulness. Straight and to the point. Enjoy your journey. I am going to enjoy it with you. Continue to operate in your purpose and with the joy that God has given you. Your family is blessed because you are a woman of integrity and faith. To God be the glory!!!!!

What a beautiful story, Delonda ❤ You just finished reading the letter from Morgan . I am so inspired by you and your story and hope I am able to leave a legacy that will make my daughters proud.

Such a BEAUTIFUL and touching letter, brought tears to my eyes. Congratulations Dr. Delonda!!! 🎈💖🎈🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

42:08 Delonda your truth will help others to realize we are not our own, we have been bought with a price. Thank you for your story.

Delonda I just watched this video on Monday. I had to come back to tell you that you are truly an inspiration. You deserve everything good that has and is coming your way. What a beautiful spirit!

Happy Retirement Dr. Ford. Praying God’s blessings for you and your family. Enjoy the journey!

So sorry I missed the live, We had to sing at a second service today. But I am watching the replay 😢

Congrats on God’s blessing of waking up to walking in your purpose, may you be blessed because of your obedience. You have a lot of comments and I don’t know if this will reach you. This was a blessing though your purpose wasn’t tied to your career it may have helped until the Lord opened your window (eyes) and exposed you to what He now wanted you to do. It is amazing that you were blessed to be in school while your children were and now you all have graduated. God bless you, you have been a blessing to many. Thank you for your consistency. Thank you for not changing. Thank you for sharing.

Delonda, congratulations!! You have a beautiful family and they all support you.. and remember your footsteps are ordered by the Lord…I recently retired (Jan 23) and we are similarly quirky, except I do eat salad. Your videos make my laugh our loud… your sense of humor is a breath of fresh air…keep showing me how to START OVER and be ok with it.. I’m sitting in my craft room watching your video and I’ve learned a lot from your channel… KEEP SOARING and being DELONDA🩷

Hi Delonda, nice to meet you! Your honesty is refreshing & I’m going to get that book❤

You are so blessed. I love the letter, the support of your husband, and the love you have for what you do. This is what make you so amazing. Love you and thank you for all you do. ❤❤❤❤

Amen and Thank Youl

I love all of this. When you said you talked to everyone. I was like did she talk to God. My pastor always says. Our view is only as far as our eyes can see. God can see further then your eyes. What God has for you is for You.! I’m so happy for you. I’ll be retired at 49yrs young in September 2025!!

❤❤❤❤❤ Thank you for sharing your story. This is just a confirmation for me to truly lean on God and to walk in my purpose! 😭😭😭 tears of joy. I truly understand your story!! Blessings!,

CONGRATULATIONS on your retirement. Transition and change is never easy, but it’s necessary for stretching and growth. Keep growing and trusting God only He knows all and your family is right there to listen, pray and support. To God Be The Glory on your next CHAPTERS in your life. Grow on Girl!!😊

Yes I believe that also, God does bless us to be a blessing to others.

So awesome! So encouraging! Congratulations and many blessings on the next chapter walking in your purpose! Thank you for sharing

I didn’t watch the live; watching replay. Congratulations! I retired last year, each person must pray & decide for themselves. Sometimes you have to work your faith.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽💙

Congratulations to YOU! I’ve always been so inspired! May God continue to bless you as you bless us!!!! I LOVE IT!!!!

Amen 🙏🏽. I told you that you had a great heart. I do agree with you 100% you have to love your job when you are a teacher, assistant principal, principal, you have to be their for them babies, they need us to be there for them. Love you sis for that heart of gold. Not wanting the pay check even if it was good pay you still thought of them babies. Trust God He gave you your answers. We bless God for all that He has done and will do in your life He got you and so does Peter. So very proud of you❤

Hi Delonda! My name is Marijune. I just watched your story and I wanted to tell you how much you’ve inspired me. I’m a fellow crafter. Not an expertise in any way but I do enjoy creating with my hands and sharing it with others. I feel when I make something with my hands for someone, it’s a piece of my heart I gift along with whatever I make. And that brings me great joy! I’ve been watching a lot of your videos as I’ve recently got into sublimation. My true passion is singing/performing but at my age, my background, it’s a really hard community to be a part of. Partly because I have four kids and they were my priority since they were born so all my energy went to raising them. They’re grown now, all graduated HS and out spreading their wings and I find myself now searching for my purpose. Watching you tell your story in such an authentic way, I was really touched by it. You said a lot of things that spoke loudly to me and I wanted to say THANK YOU! I’m excited to get myself out there and share who I am, the gift I’ve been giving and to bless myself and hopefully others with what God has in store for me. Maybe one day, I’ll get to meet you. You’re really funny! Thanks again.

I feel like your videos are classes I sit down with paper and pen and push rewind 200 times but I learn thank you for just being you

You’re steps are ordered. Hope you find joy through your journey. Peter Popoff reminded me of my Granny, that oil and cloth. 😊

Kudos to you for recognizing that this journey was over and it was time to start a new one, a lot of people go through life very unhappy knowing it’s time for a change but keep going, sometimes you have to take that leap. And trust me I know God give a lot of signs and we tend to sometimes ignore it. Congratulations 🎉🎉

oh my goodness that letter your daughter wrote to you touched my heart so much. You are so so amazing. I have learned so much from you in this crafting world thank you for being so real.

Delonda, I needed to hear your story today. I’ve been going through this same situation, except mine was real estate. Thank you for helping me understand I’m not crazy. All Jon Gordon’s books are just as good as”The Seed”. Thank you

Congrats on your resigning to do what makes you happy. Continue to be true to yourself and enjoy your best life.

Beautiful just beautiful and so Priceless. I love it! I'm in tears myself.

Congrats Delonda. Much blessings on your next Journey.

Happy Birthday Caftable Things🎂🥂🍾🎁🎉

I am so proud of you as well. You have helped me become a better crafter and really take a long hard look at what is passionate to me. I have always enjoyed your content but most of all I have enjoyed your spirit. It shines so brightly through your channel and I truly thank you for sharing yourself with us all! It takes fortitude and courage to do what you have been doing and that does not go unnoticed by those of us who care. Thank you Delonda! God Bless!

That was a BEAUTIFUL STORY/TESTIMONY. I found your channel just scrolling on KZfaq trying to learn how to learn how to use my Cricut Maker. I love watching you because you are relatable and you explain things in a way that makes it easy to learn. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.

Girl your testimony is 🔥 🔥God’s got you but you know that.

This video was Amazing, your journey will always be Blessed by God. Thank you so much for sharing, I will be purchasing the book. The fact that your husband and your daughter supported you through this journey is a Blessing in itself. I unfortunately don't have support from my husband. But I'm still praying and will continue to pray. God is my strength and he will always make a way for me. Thank you again. Be Blessed.

Love your story. Living in our purpose is so important. God bless!

THANKS AGAIN FOR YOUR STORY YOU HAVE SENT OUT A BLESSING TO ALL THOSE STRUGGLING WITH PURPOSE

Broke Blessed and Happy…. Yes you have to plant and watch your harvest…..thank you so much for sharing more of you to us…. Much love for you sis my friend my family❤we celebrate you on all of your achievements and accomplishments. We will ride this journey with you and our Sponser Milo along with the rest of our family

I can truly understand and can relate, my heart and mind is not either and I currently work with kiddos for a after school program. I've worked for them back 04 to 08 and went back in 2017, things are so different and I get it, things change, but being back at this company has burned me in many ways I couldn't imagine. I had a goal but I end up putting it on the back burn for this job. Now it's going to be six years in Dec, I feel like I am on Auto Pilot going back to work last week. Why? because of finances, when I know for fact that if I take a step out on faith God will guide my husband and I to financial stability. Dealing with this job and a previous job has made me stress more than ever and not only that, 2020 and life itself has made my anxiety and depression spiral out of control. But for the company I go to it and give it my 100% because of the kids. I just feel it's time for me to really go though because the company really irritates my peace and mind and that's stressful. Sorry listening to your story is making me realize a lot. Thank you and Congratulations again Delonda 🎉🎉

Congratulations Delonda!! Live your best life!!!

Thank you for sharing your experiences! God is good! I’m praying for his guidance.

Thank you Delonda for sharing Your Story from Your Heart. You are Awesomely Amazing. Congratulations on your new Journey. Thank you

Congratulations! You are such an inspiration as I watch I am crying with you. Thank you for this video!!!!

Congrats Delonda, truly an inspiration.

Congratulations 🎉🎉-- i have learned so many new crafts from you. You make it easy and you arent afraid to share when you make a mistake..THANK YOU! And God bless you on this new chapter.

Amazing Delonda may God.'s continually bless you

Congratulatons Delonda, I can't wait to see where the Lord with continue to take you.🙏

I’m just watching this and I was good up until you read that letter😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭 That was so beautiful! Thank you for sharing that with us💜💜💜💜💜💜🫶🏾🙏🏾

Omg me here crying i tell everyone that is trying to learn to follow you I learn so much from you I am proud of you one day I hope to meet you I here for this new journey I agree with your family you are going to be great

Darn! I missed the Live (was visiting with grandkids). OMG - I laughed so hard when you went down the list of being quirky. I guess I am quirky too. Your rant about "group texts" just sent me to the floor! I despise group texts, especially when people then go off on a tangent that has nothing to do with you or what the original discussion was. Congratulations on your retirement! Onto the next exciting chapter in your life!

You inspired me so much I have learned a lot from your videos, I stared crafting about 2 years ago rigth after covid. every time when something new come out the first thing I do is search for your videos 🥰 🤓, I will not make videos because I'm to shy😌 to speak in front of the camera but is ok I love crafting this my therapy at home. I want to congratulate you for your retirement 🎊🎉

Omg😢😢 I can’t stop crying, I love it and God had this for you.

Delonda the only reason I watch Utube is to learn.. crafting, cruiting, special recipes, home projects, how to open my shopify store etc.😂 may the peace of God be your compass.❤

Your husband is amazing for supporting you and your dream!!

Peter Popoff!!! The scream I scrumpt!!! 🤣🤣🤣 Seriously, I am so encouraged by the steps you’re taking. And your commitment to your values and convictions is phenomenal. I’m so grateful for your life, your light, your example. Continue to live blessed and blessing others. The Lord has you firmly in the palms of His strong hands!

Delonda thanks for the exceptional from "The seed".

Thank you so much for sharing your journey. I truly needed to hear this. God has been telling me for so long that my purpose is not the job that I work or the career that I am in. I just ordered the book and look forward to reading it. I know it will give me insight and will help me as I trust God to reveal my "next" in life. May God continue to bless you and your family. Thanks again for this AMAZING video and for sharing your testimony of faith and trusting God.

Dalonda I just had a chance to watch the replay. I want to tell you that I fell in love with you and your channel because I felt the wanting to teach that comes from you. I knew you were a teacher before I found out you were in education. I also want to say bravo to you baby! Yes give you your flowers now!!! Embrace your new chapter. I am working towards my crafting and creating future and you are a wonderful inspiration! Thank you! Thank you!!!

Such a beautiful letter to you. You have touched a lot lives and hearts mine’s being one of them❤

I’m watching the replay of this video. I just had to add a comment about the book the “Seed”. I love to read Jon Gordon books. He has a lot of good messages in his books. I wish you the best in your journey and keep up the great job on you tube channel.

Amen!! Thanks You for sharing your story 💜.

Look at God, this was an awesome message, that letter took it over the edge for me. The gems in from book..all this was an eye opener for me. I don't hv a YT channel I just craft fo fun and family, but I can certainly direct some people in your position looking for a push or just guidance, thank you so much for sharing such personal moments. Still wiping my eyes. LOVE IT, do your thang girl and I'll still be watching and learning, love all you guys❤❤🦋

It's hard to find someone on KZfaq giving true information without the selling. Thank you for doing this. I know sales will come naturally because we will ask for things, but thank you for not making that the purpose of your channel or facebook group. Now for more Silhouette tutorials (thought I'd throw that by you )

Hi Delonda It's as if you were speaking directly to me. I am going on 39 years on my job and for the last year and a half it has been a struggle. I need to make it two more years before retirement. Thank you for sharing! Now off to buy the book

Wow that was an amazing Letter Morgan crying Happy Tears with you Delonda! Some of us do understand and We are so proud of you, you are an inspiration to some of us that want to take that step, but are afraid too. ❤❤❤❤Keep Shining!

Such a blessing!!! Congratulations 🎊 🎉🎊

Delonda I give you kudos for all you do.

I am proud of you and I will always be here to support you.

I just had the chance to watch your video. It was very inspiring. Thank you for sharing your story.

Very inspirational - Thank you for sharing!! What an awesome testimony

Hello Everyone and Happy Birthday Patrice

Such a beautiful letter. Blessings to you and your family.