If you haven’t had the good fortune to inhale the gorgeous scent of foreverlily (which has devoted fans in Jessica Alba and Joan Collins) by Good True Beautiful founder/author/activist Beth Nonte Russell, you’re in for a real treat.  And how sweet that the scent was inspired by her daughter?

Beth took some time to answer a few questions for us and tell us a bit more about her business and passions. 

We’re featuring an amazing deal of $50 worth of fragrances, books, gifts and more from MyGTBLife.com for only $20 and 20% of each deal sold will go directly to charity.  Such a GOOD deal, filled with GOOD deeds!

What’s the best GOOD deed you ever did?

Bringing home my daughter, Lily

What’s the best good deed someone did for you?

Gave me my first job in Washington; I met my husband as a result

What was the inspiration behind creating your brand?

 My love of my daughters and joy in watching them grow

What’s been the biggest challenge for you in this company?

Getting retailers to take a chance on a new brand; funding

What had been the biggest reward?

Seeing an idea come to life, creating ‘something’ from ‘nothing’

What are some of your personal favorite products in your line/store?

The fragrance, foreverlily; I wear it every day

Do you donate to any particular charities?

Yes, our own foundation, Golden Phoenix

What are 5 things you always have in your fridge?

Milk, orange juice, eggs, butter, bacon

What did you have for breakfast today?

Scrambled eggs, and coffee

You’re having your dream dinner party – name 6 people you would invite

The Dalai Lama, Oprah, VS Naipaul,  Warren Buffett, Stephen Spielberg, Meryl Streep

 Who are your celebrity fans?

 Joan Collins, Jessica Alba

Stevie Nicks or Stevie Wonder?

Stevie Wonder, especially “I Wish”

What is the last vacation you took?

Kiawah Island, South Carolina, my favorite place in the world

Are you what you wanted to be when you grew up?

Yes, I always wanted to write a book, and I always wanted love in my life, and I have that in abundance

Anything new and exciting on the horizon for you and your company?

I always hope so!