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Shante James

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Mom• Wife
Founder, KIDLIFE™ @kidlifeklub
@walkersbeautysupply
Tax • Life-Health Insurance
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#AchalasiaWarrior #DCISSurvivor

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In October, I received an unexpected diagnosis after my annual mammogram. I didn’t have any lumps or signs—just extreme fatigue. In February, I had my second surgery, and 10 days later, I was declared clean and clear of DCIS stage 0 🙌🏾. Today, I’m one-day post-op from my reconstruction surgery and feeling good.

The last six months have been incredibly hard, but God got me through it. I am loved and so thankful for everyone who’s been by my side, checking on me, and praying—my family and friends have been amazing.

I’m sharing this here because it’s hard to send individual texts, and I also want to encourage others who may be going through something similar. Please stay on top of your screenings and listen to your body. There’s been a noticeable rise in cases among younger people—I’ve met many younger than me facing the same thing, and it seems like a new celebrity is in the news with it every week.

God has continued to bless me, and I’m grateful. I even won a trip and took my mom with me to the @TamronHallShow—it was right on time and so needed. We are now apart of the #tamfam

Be sure to tune in to the @tamronhall show tomorrow at 1 pm central. It's an awesome Mother's Day special and you might see my mom and I in the audience.

#DCISSurvivor #BreastCancerAwareness #GetScreened #FaithJourney #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #ThankfulHeart #HealingInProgress #WomensHealthMatters #GratefulHeart #GodGotMe #SurvivorStory #CheckYourself #Encouragement #FamilySupport #TamronHallShow #macysflowershow #lookatgod @therosehouston #stage0breastcancer by @shantedjames

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Happy Mother’s Day!
I'm truly humbled! Reflecting on my blessings and feeling grateful. Despite the challenges, God has been gracious to us. I'm overjoyed to have shared this all-expense-paid trip to New York City with my mom - the timing was spot on! What a great reward. Thank you so much @tamronhallshow @tamronhall @abc13houston

#tamfam #tamronhall #mothersdaynyc #shantejames #flint2houston #pinksuit #dcissurvivor #mothersdayextravaganza #mothersday #motherdaytrip #talkshow taken in New York City - Manhattan - Nyc by @shantedjames

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Whew! 😂🙌🏾 I’m SO glad I prepared myself for a day like today!

I just got back from a blessed, spur-of-the-moment trip that I didn’t even realize how much I needed. God knew I needed that time away to be uplifted, encouraged, and refreshed! 🙏🏾❤️
@goodsoilforum

@shaunteleharvey @bundlesluxuryhairco of Dallas even layed my hair!

And now here we are… October 15th, TAX EXTENSION DEADLINE! 💻📑⏰

Between missing W-2s, lost documents, and last-minute questions, today could’ve had me pulling my hair out! 😂😭

Listen, I procrastinate too, so I get it! But preparation makes ALL the difference. Had I not planned ahead, that second picture would’ve been ME! 🤣

Now y’all see how my seasons move! 😂👇🏾

💻 Tax Extension Season — Closing out those returns!

🩷 Life & Health Insurance Season — NEXT UP! Getting ready for Open Enrollment and helping families protect what matters most!

💰 Back to Tax Season — New year, new returns, and hopefully some REFUNDS! 😂

✈️ Travel Season — And when those refunds start hitting, guess who’s ready to help you book that vacation? K & S Vacations, of course! 😂🌴🏖️

See how that works? I help you file, protect your family, and plan your next getaway! 😂🙌🏾

And somewhere in between all of that, I’m still building KIDLIFE™️, raising my babies, and being a wife! Surviving and Thriving! Whew! God gives me strength! 🙏🏾💕

Different businesses, different seasons, but the same mission: Helping YOU prepare, protect, plan, and enjoy life!

Now let me get back to work! 😂💕

#taxpreparerrosenberg #Mompreneur #SerialEntrepreneur #KSTaxAndConsulting #lifeandhealthinsurance taken in Richmond, Texas by @shantedjames

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Do you agree?
#gottalovekidlife #gottaloveem 😂 by @shantedjames

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5 days ago

10/10 — A DATE I WILL NEVER FORGET! 💗

Two years ago today, I received the life-changing call: “Your results came back. You have breast cancer.”

Words no one ever wants to hear. Fear, uncertainty, and so many emotions followed. But from the very beginning, I prayed for healing, believed God, and claimed my healing before I could see it!

Was it easy? Absolutely NOT! Multiple surgeries, tears, setbacks, and some very difficult days. But through it all, GOD carried me. 🙏🏾

I promised God I would share my testimony to encourage others. If you’ve received a frightening diagnosis or you’re waiting on results, don’t lose hope. It’s okay to feel afraid, but don’t let fear take away your faith or your fight. Seek care, lean on your support system, and keep going!

FAST FORWARD TWO YEARS!

Today, I’m in Dallas at the @goodsoilforum , feeling so much better, learning, networking, celebrating, and cheering for others! I’m rebuilding my business, KIDLIFE™, and walking into this next chapter with renewed faith, purpose, and courage!

I’m not just celebrating a conference. I’m celebrating LIFE, HEALING, and SECOND CHANCES! 🙌🏾💕

“Lord my God, I called to You for help, and You healed me.” — Psalm 30:2

BUT GOD! Look what two years can do!

#gsf26 #goodsoilforum2026 #goodsoilforum #kidlife #breastcancerawareness

Something Had to Shake Me Up! I was able to IDENTIFY it!

@wall_street_trapper spoke about G.R.I.E.F., and that first part hit home! Sometimes the shake-up prepares us for something greater.

So Many Takeaways!

My pen was moving! 📝 So many lessons about healing, growth, finances, and purpose. I’m taking these gems home with me!

God Was in the Room!

@cherylaction kept calling for the Shantes! 😂 Then @lisa2motivate shared that Shante is also her middle name! What are the odds? Their stories touched my heart. Tears and all! 🙏🏾

@lisa2motivate - Thanks- I’m about to start saving to #fundmydreams #Yesyes

We learned, networked, celebrated, and cheered for one another! Congratulations to my girl @thekimroxie @lamikbeauty and all the amazing pitch winners! Your wins inspire me!

Thank you, Good Soil Forum! 🙌🏾 I’m leaving inspired, encouraged, and ready to t taken in Dallas, Texas by @shantedjames

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🙌🏾 I FINALLY MADE IT TO THE GOOD SOIL FORUM! 🌱✨

I originally planned to attend in 2024, but God had a different journey for me. October 10, 2024, was the day I received my breast cancer diagnosis. I’m so grateful to be here today—healed, present, and able to share this testimony. Instead of attending a conference, I was facing a diagnosis, multiple surgeries, and one of the most challenging seasons of my life.

BUT GOD! 🙌🏾💗 All praise and glory to Almighty God! I’m healed, I’m here, and I’m REBOUNDING! 🙏🏾

I missed Day 1, but Day 2 has already been such a blessing! So much wisdom, encouragement, and inspiration from the amazing speakers. Thank you to everyone who poured into us today! @mahisha_dellinger @heyshantaq @ariansimone @bethedrive @fiscalcliff @goodsoilforum @tylerperry

As a wife, mom of three, and serial entrepreneur, I’ve learned that sometimes growth requires us to pause, heal, and rebuild.

I’m here with a renewed purpose, ready to REBOUND, REBUILD, and GROW KIDLIFE! 💙🌱 My health journey only strengthened my passion for helping families live healthier lifestyles and teaching children healthy habits early.

The journey hasn’t been easy, and there were moments I almost gave up on my business. But God wasn’t finished with me or my vision!

KIDLIFE’s next chapter is just beginning! 🚀

Here’s to faith, healing, connections, growth, and GOOD SOIL! 🌱❤️
Hair @shaunteleharvey @bundlesluxuryhairco Thank you for
#GoodSoilforym2026 #Gsf26 #ButGod #FaithOverFear #BreastCancerSurvivor KIDLIFE ShopKIDLIFE Mompreneur BlackOwnedBusiness WomenInBusiness Entrepreneurship Rebuilding GrowthSeason taken in Irving Convention Center at Las Colinas by @shantedjames

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8 days ago

We are already set up and ready to go! 🌈✨ Come see KIDLIFE today at the Kalahari Food & (Not Just) Wine Festival — and quick location update: we are actually set up INSIDE B-Lux! 🙌🏾

We have some of our KIDLIFE favorites with us, including Arms Up Kids Natural Deodorant, Bath Time All-in-One Wash, travel-size deodorant, face wash, face wash samples, sunglasses, socks and more. Perfect for keeping the kiddos fresh, clean and confident, especially after all that Kalahari waterpark fun. 💦

📍 Inside B-Lux
🎉 Come shop, say hi, and check out our Kalahari specials!

#KIDLIFE #Kalahari #KalahariRoundRock #BLux #KidsDeodorant KidsSkincare BathTime FamilyFun RoundRockTX TexasSmallBusiness taken in Round Rock, Texas by @shantedjames

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We made it to Kalahari! 🌈💦 KIDLIFE is all set and ready for tomorrow at the Kalahari Food & (Not Just) Wine Festival!

Come see us at Booth #2 near B-Lux and shop some of our KIDLIFE favorites, including our kids deodorant, Bath Time wash, face wash, travel sizes and more.

And a little bonus… the first 20 people to stop by our booth will receive a special treat! 🎁✨

Come say hi, shop, and enjoy the fun with us! 💛

#KIDLIFE #Kalahari #KalahariRoundRock #RoundRockTX KidsSkincare KidsDeodorant FamilyFun SmallBusiness TexasSmallBusiness taken in Kalahari Resorts - Round Rock by @shantedjames

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14 days ago

We’re so glad to be BACK! 🙌🏾✨ And guess what… our WEBSITE is coming back too! 💻🛍️

Walker’s Beauty Supply is fully stocked and operating at @blackwallstreetmarkethou inside Mane in Minks, and we’re so grateful to be surrounded by so many amazing businesses, hairstylists, barbers, entrepreneurs and creatives. 🖤

Here’s just a peek at some of what you can find in our vending machine:

✨ KIDLIFE™ kids’ personal care @kidlifeklub
✨ Abundii body & hair care
✨ @firstlinebrands hair tools & accessories
✨ KDM Custom Fashion ties & patches @kdmoriginals3
✨ Bonnets, durags, combs & brushes
✨ Hoop earrings
✨ Press-on nails
✨ Lashes & lash glue
✨ Beauty essentials, local brands & MORE!

And we’re not stopping here. 👀

🙏🏾 We’re praying for growth and expansion — more products, more Walker’s Beauty Supply vending machines, more locations…and one of our BIG goals is to bring convenient beauty essentials into AIRPORTS! ✈️

Imagine forgetting your bonnet, comb, lashes, hair accessories or other beauty essentials while traveling…and being able to grab exactly what you need right inside the airport. THAT’S the vision. 🙌🏾

For now, come shop with us, support the businesses throughout Black Wall Street Market Houston, and stay tuned because Walker’s Beauty Supply is making its comeback! 💕🛍️

#WalkersBeautySupply #BeautySupplyVending #BlackWallStreetMarketHouston #HoustonBlackOwnedBusiness #ShopBlackHouston SupportLocalBrands taken in Houston, Texas by @shantedjames

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🎀 October 1st — Breast Cancer Awareness Month

In October 2024, I was diagnosed with DCIS, Stage 0 breast cancer. After multiple surgeries, procedures, reconstruction, recovery and final pathology, I was upstaged to Stage 1.

But from the beginning, I claimed healing. And today, my doctors tell me I am clear, my risk of recurrence is low, and I continue with surveillance every few months. Praise God. I am healed. 🙏🏾💗

Today I’m preparing for an MRI, and I had to go back through my medical journal and records. I really didn’t want to revisit that chapter, but survivorship comes with follow-ups, tests and moments that bring it all back.

I’m also incredibly thankful for my doctors, the advancements in treatment and technology, and the amazing support system that carried me through some very hard days. I don’t take any of that for granted.

September was Achalasia Awareness Month, and now October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Achalasia is a rare disorder that affects the esophagus and makes swallowing difficult, so these back-to-back months hit differently for me.

This journey was a real setback—physically, emotionally and financially. I’m a wife, mom, entrepreneur, travel agent and tax preparer. I returned to and expanded KIDLIFE, launched Abundii, and became a licensed Life & Health Insurance agent because I want to help others with some of the things I had to learn the hard way.

And please, get checked. Know your body. Keep up with your recommended screenings. Don’t put it off just because you feel fine or look healthy. Early detection mattered in my story, and I’m so grateful mine was found when it was.

Please remember: people don’t always look like what they’re going through. Check on your people. Be kind. Give grace.

Pray for those fighting, those navigating survivorship, and the families and support systems walking beside them.

I’m grateful, rebuilding, smiling, and by God’s grace, I’m here. 💗#

#dcissurvivor #breastcancerawareness #breastcancersurvivor #momlife achalasiawarrior

thank you @kdmoriginals3 for my amazing gifts and your support

@therosehouston taken in Richmond, Texas by @shantedjames

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🎀 Your health insurance may help pay the hospital… but who helps pay YOU?

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is deeply personal to me, and I’m passionate about helping women understand the importance of both early detection and financial protection.

Please get your recommended mammograms. 💗 And know that some supplemental insurance plans may include wellness benefits for eligible screenings, including mammograms.

If a covered cancer or critical illness diagnosis happens, certain plans may also pay benefits directly to you — money that can help with household bills, deductibles, transportation, childcare, missed work, and other expenses.

protect your health — protect your finances too. 🎀

I offer options for:

✨ Cancer & Critical Illness
✨ Hospital Indemnity
✨ Accident Coverage
✨ Aflac Supplemental Benefits
✨ ACA & Private Health Insurance
✨ Life Insurance
✨ Dental & Vision
✨ Annuities

Don’t just protect your health — protect your finances too. 🎀

📩 Message me to review your options. My assistance is at no additional cost to you.

#BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #GetYourMammogram #CancerInsurance #SupplementalInsurance #HealthInsurance LifeInsurance WomensHealth FinancialProtection by @shantedjames

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