I used to think my story was just the pain.The heartbreaks. The mistakes. The times I felt like I wasn’t enough. I carried them like a name tag: “Hi, I’m the one who messed up. Hi, I’m the one who’s been abandoned. Hi, I’m the one who had to start over too many times.” AndContinue reading “Yes, And… I Am More Than What Happened to Me”
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Beyond the Labels: Understanding & Honoring Black Single Mothers
This post discusses the societal shaming of Black single mothers with children from multiple fathers. It emphasizes the hidden struggles behind their choices, urging understanding over judgment. Acknowledging their resilience, it highlights stories of triumph, encouraging compassion and empathy rather than criticism, ultimately celebrating the strength and dignity of these mothers.
Healing is Not Linear—and That’s Okay
Have you ever felt like you were finally moving forward, only to find yourself back in a puddle of tears or spiraling into old habits? If so, you’re not alone. Healing doesn’t follow a straight path. And you know what? That’s okay. My mother’s passing in September 2024, inspired a need to go deep withinContinue reading “Healing is Not Linear—and That’s Okay”
What Are You Carrying In Your Bag?
A month ago, I went to the doctor for a visit to address some issues I was having with my back. The nurse taking my vitals, was pretty friendly and we laughed as I joked about stepping on the scale to check my weight. As we settled down and talked about my back issues, sheContinue reading “What Are You Carrying In Your Bag?”
My Journey Through The 5 Stages of Grief
We said our final goodbyes to my Aunt last week. It was so sudden that I felt as if I’d been hit by Mike Tyson and a week later I am still dazed, confused and unable to grasp what has happened. So many deaths have happened over the last year or so due to theContinue reading “My Journey Through The 5 Stages of Grief”
Don’t Let Distractions Derail You
I don’t know about you, but this past year’s experience has given me the opportunity to reflect on a lot of things in my life. I mean, what else did we have to do with all of that time at home during the quarantine, right? So, I asked myself a question: What is the biggestContinue reading “Don’t Let Distractions Derail You”
GUARD YOUR HEART AND MIND
Your heart and your mind are two of your most prized possessions and because of that, it is up to you to care for them. If you don’t do it, then who will? If you’re an empath like me, it’s imperative that you learn how to do this. Even if you’re not an empath, you’dContinue reading “GUARD YOUR HEART AND MIND”
Who Said Motherhood Was Easy?
“When I grow up, I want to have a husband and three children.” This was what I secretly wished for when I was a child. And that’s exactly what I got. Although I am grateful and love them all, I sometimes wonder if I am in over my head. Being a mother is hard! WhoContinue reading “Who Said Motherhood Was Easy?”
When You Don’t Know Who You Are
I remember a time years ago when I felt so lost. I had absolutely no idea what I wanted to do with my life. I had no direction. I was struggling with old emotional wounds that wouldn’t leave me alone and I lived my life like a tumbleweed blowing around in the dark. I wouldContinue reading “When You Don’t Know Who You Are”
When You Don’t Know What Real Love Is
Every day my daughter shows me a new dance she’s learned on TikTok. I had no idea what TikTok even was, until recently, when I became curious and downloaded it myself. I must say, it can be kind of addicting, watching those short clips of people expressing themselves. Anyway, last night I couldn’t sleep andContinue reading “When You Don’t Know What Real Love Is”
Conversations With Drea 