"The lotus grows from the mud and the muck to become a stunning flower. A reminder that even from the depths of darkness, beauty can emerge."

My friend Jessica used the above quote in a letter she sent me shortly before passing away from cancer. The letter accompanied a necklace with a lotus on it. A necklace I wear when darkness sets in as a reminder that these are moments to grow in, not ones that will defeat us.

But what does that have to do with BTG? What's with the lotus?

BTG is my lotus. My dream that has grown through the darkness of losing my job in a time full of so much uncertainty. But just like the lotus, I'm determined to rise above the challenges and turn adversity into opportunity. BTG isn't just a business; it's a testament to the human spirit, a beacon of hope for anyone facing their own darkness. And just like the lotus, I believe we all have the capacity to bloom, no matter how muddy the waters may seem.

-Cassie