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Letting go requires self-control. Read that again...slowly. By definition, self-control requires -restraint exercised over one's own impulses, emotions, or desires. When we let something go, when we release control of all things, self-control must take front and center. In our human nature, when we let things go, we panic, fear sets in, and we immediately... Continue Reading →
This week it happened to me! At the beginning of every year, I write my heart's desire, goals for myself for that particular year. This year was no different. The year of New came with A LOT of new. Some wished for and others definitely not asked for, yet it was all new. I still... Continue Reading →
When all you can do is cry - that’s ok! This year I cried a lot. There were tears of joy There were tears of deep sorrow There were tears of relief There's were tears of happiness There were tears of despair There were tears in laughter There were tears of solace Crying is a... Continue Reading →
Depression: “feelings of severe despondency and dejection.” I was depressed, and I didn’t even know it. I never liked the word “depressed.” I said I was at peace, but I was actually numb - The hurt was so grave I didn’t know what else to do but to mask it with what I called peace,... Continue Reading →
As a child, I have always loved Wonder Woman. I have countless images dressed like her! There was no one like Lynda Carter and her twirl and gold cuffs. Now as we walk into this new generation of Wonder Woman -I have come to understand and believe that ... We all have a little bit... Continue Reading →
Warning this blog may be too revealing for some. Read at your own risk! As a little girl, I witnessed the many times my mom would hold a grudge, and I mean that lady could hold a grudge like nobody's business. I promised myself I would never be that person. That I would just forgive... Continue Reading →
Have you ever met someone and thought, where have you been all my life? Or say, I am so glad that you are a part of my life and I couldn't do this without you. Folks come into your life, sit at your table, break bread, and then BAM! They are gone! One disagreement, one... Continue Reading →
Growing up my mom had a very best friend...her name was Mery. They couldn't be more different. My mom liked fancy things, Mery was simpler in her taste. Mami loved jewelry and makeup, and Mery only wore her wedding ring and a watch. Even with their extreme differences, my mom loved her and defended... Continue Reading →
It was January 8, 2014. Robert and I were enjoying dinner, in the city of Miami. I felt to tell him that things were going to get challenging. I felt it in my spirit. At that time I thought it was only about his mom's cancer battle, little did I know that when given the... Continue Reading →
I enjoy compliments...really who doesn't? Yet the ones that make my heart swell are the ones that speak to my character. "You've changed"... When I hear someone say those words to me, it acknowledges that I've grown. Everyone should grow, learn, always be teachable. If we don't change, we will live angry, frustrated, full of... Continue Reading →
"The only time she looked back was to see how far she came." YES!!! The cover of this journal confirmed why I journal and how I choose to live my life! It was an AHA moment, an epiphany, the sweet whisper of God into my spirit letting me know the following... "The unhealthy relationships of... Continue Reading →