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Yalonda Best was born in Savannah, Ga. She is the proud mother of five beautiful children, two grandchildren and she stands in the gap as Mother and Grandmother for several other beautiful children whom she loves dearly. Yalonda is currently pursuing her certification in Leadership Development while currently serving as a Benefit Consultant in the healthcare industry. Yalonda started her career in advertising sales and became very passionate about helping others. After many years of working in corporate America, she decided to take the path of entrepreneurship. She pursued opportunities in the health, wellness and travel industry. Yalonda has always believed in growing and recreating herself as an individual. Because she has a passion for helping others in areas she has grown and developed in, she created an online blog, “Single Mom Speaks”. Single Mom Speaks mission is to embrace, encourage and empower single mothers while learning to live and love themselves beyond where they are. Her desire is to continue to motivate and encourage women who have endured the vicissitudes of life. The hardship she experienced in her life was unimaginable. Years of dealing with hurt, shame and pain, she was able to overcome which once was unspeakable. As Yalonda began to work through her mess, it became her message. When she was able to forgive, she was forgiven and she finally discovered that what happened to her, happened for her.