Tia Song Roberts-Luv Handles

 Tia's Story

1. Tell us the story of your journey. Include details about what inspired you to go into business, was this a life long dream or a newer desire. Share as many details as you are comfortable sharing.

   Tia: I am so thankful to have stumbled upon the business of my dreams!  I never thought I would be one of “the lucky ones’ who truly find their passion and get to live out their dreams.  Thank goodness there was something greater in store for me than what I had initially planned!  I am loving every part of this journey I am on! Every life experience (good or bad) that has occurred has really just been a stepping stone to get me in the right place and at exactly the right moment! 

My journey began after I graduated from Washington State University with big dreams of becoming a news journalist.  Although, I did have a part-time job at Fox Sports in WA, I quickly realized I wanted a full time job.  So, I then worked in the finance industry, which was such a humbling yet rewarding growth experience.  It was also a great foundation to plant the seed for where I am at today!  I can honestly say now, fortunately I did lose my job and what a true blessing in disguise!  Naturally that chapter of my job loss in my life was one the hardest times I have ever been through, yet unknown to me the best blessings in life were just around the corner!  The birth of my 1^st son, Talon and then the “accidental” birth of Luv Handles.  I will be forever thankful that my kitchen counter idea sparked by hosting friends for dinner would land me an editorial feature by Martha Stewart as her Dreamers into Doers and then I was giftingHollywood celebrities all within one short year of business!  

 

2. Did you go into business before or after you had children? How do/did your children      affect your decision to go into business. 

     Tia: I always knew I wanted to have children, I just always felt that it could wait because I have always been so “career” driven, goal oriented and business minded.  I add that losing my job was a blessing because it was a time that I had no choice but to reflect and realize what really mattered to me.  I often wonder if I would even have stopped to “smell the roses” or raise a family if it wasn’t for the loss of my job and the finance industry crash.  Nothing in this world could make up for the birth of my child, he is my life’s reward!  He and my husband are truly the loves of my life and what makes my entire life so fulfilling and literally go around.  I may have learned the hard way but at least it was learned that for me life is not about business awards, climbing the corporate ladder and making tons of money.  To be perfectly honest, I know that I got caught up in that mind set temporarily.  So it is such a blessing to have finally found balance, a true passion for what I am doing and less stress yet more excitement about this time around.  I can honestly say my recent path is what my wildest dreams are made of and more!  It wouldn’t be the American Dream without family, the things that really matter most in life. 

Even before I became a stay at home mom, I always knew being a stay at home mom was one of the hardest jobs in the world.  A job which I never ever pictured myself doing!  Yet look at me now!  But I am forever grateful for this path!  Women are strong, powerful and have the capabilities of doing it all while still chasing their own personal dreams!

 

3. Share your trials and triumphs. We want to hear about your highs and lows. Did you have any low points or worries as well as high points and huge shining moments.

Tia:  It’s funny when I think about thisNOWand look back at my journey.  I honestly believe that all the bad or low trials in my life were just a stepping stone to get me on the path that is truly meant for me!  Trust me I am not just saying that to sugar coat it!  Yes of course there have been many tears and struggles but I have become a true believer in destiny.  Everything good or bad has really just set the platform for me and my business today.  I believe that is why my Luv Handles sort of took off.  I’m living my life for the right reasons now and it’s leading me to endless opportunities, its actually quite surreal!    I know its easier said than done but I’ve learned its truly about doing what you love, finding your passion as well as life balance, learn from your mistakes, work hard, believe in your gut and that every obstacle placed in your life is only a blessing to make you a stronger person!  What amazes me most and I never take for granted that I have had the opportunity to inspire others!  I never would have dreamt of the day I could inspire someone to live out their dreams and creativity!  I mean I have a hard time inspiring my 2 year old to eat his veggies let alone inspiring 1 other person to live out their full potential! J  That’s what it’s really all about!

 

4. Do you have any encouraging words to share with mom entrepreneurs that may help to keep their spirits up on a trying day. Not necessarily trade secrets that pertain to business but more directed toward encouraging another mom not to give up and/or to keep following a dream.    

                              I am a quote addict!I have a ton to recite but a few of my favorites are these; “Everything happens for a    reason”, “Failure is the tuition for success”,  “Big risks equal big rewards”, “Do not be   timid about your actions, all life is, is an experiment”, “have faith, trust yourself”, and the “things that scare you are probably the things you should be doing”!  It’s truly what all the positive people always say!  If you believe in what you are doing, have a real passion for it, work hard toward your goals then all the pieces will fall into place for you.  Let the “no’s” only fire you up to keep going for your dream and what you want out of this ONE life we are given!

 Tia's Website is www.Luvhandlesbytia.com