How did Walk In Greatness get started?

I am Christine 'Chris' Spalding and Walking In Greatness started from a strong desire to work with young girls.  I have always had a passion for children and at a young age knew I wanted to someday work with children.  I have always seemed to be able to relate to children and found that they seem to like me as well.  

In my many years of working as a pediatric nurse I was always know as the fun nurse, or dare I say, the crazy nurse.  I enjoy having a good time with children and inevitably find myself imparting words of wisdom to children.  When I realized these children, especially the young girls, were actually listening to me I knew my calling was to be a mentor and advisor to children.  

Working with children means you have to work with parents.  I love teaching parents and helping them foster a better relationship with their children.  I believe in a family centered approach and try to engage parents whenever possible.  
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In addition to having a love for children I also have a love for reading and writing.  My first book, Songs Of A Girl's Heart: A Look At Issues Girls Face, is currently on sale.  This book touches on a few of the obstacles girls face on a daily basis.  I integrate my own personal experiences with some of these issues in order to help encourage young girls. 

Parents will also find this book helpful as it may serve as a way to start a conversation with their daughters about these issues.  My lighthearted style of writing will help to remove the tension surrounded by some of these very serious issues.  

Whether you are a parent, a daughter, or simply have a love for girls this book will give you a new and different insight to the lives of girls.
In my spare time I serve as a guest writer for Nia Magazine.  Nia is a lifestyle and empowerment online magazine targeting women of color.  Take a look at my articles.  I hope they will give you a better idea of who I am and the message I would like to send to others.
I also have a blog filled with my thoughts and observations related to life, love and relationships.  I call my blog Miss Chrisisms.  If you're interested in getting a peek at my views on the world or simply want something interesting to read, you may want to browse my blog.