This morning my alarm went off at 5am-no big deal, it's set for that time daily.  However; Jay put my phone on his charger and it didn't charge.  It was on one percent.  Typically when the battery is at such a low charge, it'll die in mid ring.. LOL, not today. I told Jay, my phone didn't charge, even told him the charger didn't work.  He of course, being the techy that he is, said my case was blocking the power source-in that moment God said, be grateful that I woke you up.  I immediately changed my tone and attitude. I  decided to lay back down since I didn't feel compelled to rush today ..read more

​We can place blame on others for “robbing” us of our peace all we want.  Truth is, your peace cannot be taken away. It has to be given.  When God gives us true peace, it cannot be tampered with.  We have it because we recognize the gift that has been given. Isaiah 26:3 says “You will keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts you.  John 16:33 says These things I have spoken to you, that in ME you have peace.  In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world.   When we find ourselves experiencing “weaknesses, insults, hardsh ..read more

It’s hard being a mother at times. We offend, defend, love, nurture, have our feelings hurt, we cook(or order take out) we clean(our hire a cleaning service) we work jobs that test our whole being, all so that we can support our families.  We have children who are not so nice at times, or who push you to the edge where you yourself, if honest-need a break. All while dealing with issues of our own. It seems almost impossible to deal with it all at times.. But God! Mother’s Day is so much more than just a nationally or internationally known holiday. Today is the day where you can tell/show you ..read more

Over the past few weeks I’ve observed behavior patterns of others, whether it’s family, friends, co-workers and I wonder what it will take for some of them to get the proper help needed to improve the quality of life for themselves and others around them. It saddens me that there’s hundreds/millions of people who remain undiagnosed with mental illness due to being afraid of how they’ll be perceived and not willing to be held accountable for themselves.  It’s even worse when family/friends refuse to step up out of fear of losing a friend because of it.  Well, I’m the friend who will risk losing ..read more

A couple of years ago, I lost someone who was very important/special to me.  Grief has a way of overtaking you in waves. I miss my mom like you wouldn’t believe. Although she didn’t give birth to me, she was my mom. I miss her voice, her laugh and my God her smile. It had the ability to light up an entire room.  She was the sweetest most accepting person I’ve ever met….Not don’t get It messed up-she would put you in your place QUICK, in a loving way of course. But you knew she meant business.  She taught me a lot.  She taught me the importance of never giving up on yourself or your dream ..read more

We’re in a season of restoration.  Meaning, EVERYTHING that we thought we lost, will be given back, renewed-better than ever.  Though it may not be in the same package we once received it in. Any mistakes we’ve made, will be corrected and forgiven.  Anyone who sought to make us feel less than, as if we are continual failures-Bringing up, shedding light to our past transgressions while hiding their hands…Will be exposed. We will not have to lift a finger.  The key-we must keep our eyes on God and ACTIVATE our faith.  We must obey his every command.  It will be uncomfortable, but we will be comf ..read more

How many times have you used this phrase?  How many times has someone said it to you?  Depending on the situation, how did it make you feel?  Of course, when we’re saying it, it doesn’t have an effect on the one delivering, but what about the one receiving it?   People tend to use “It’s about time” for things like: I’ve been waiting for over an hour OR I’m getting married(depending on how long you’ve been dating a specific person or your age) or if you’ve been without money/job and you are hired by a company or if you’re settlement cashes in.  We typically say “Well it’s about time.   Personal ..read more

Hey listen. IF we’re honest, we’ve all gotten caught up in checking the harvest looking for the blessings of others, instead of focusing on our own.  We tend to become “sour” by asking God “when will it be my turn” well, each time that happens, we delay what HE has in store. Perhaps “waiting” with a heart of expectation is what’s needed for you in this season.  We cannot level up by trying to count the blessings of everyone else.  We can however show excitement and happiness toward them while we graciously wait our turn.  Imagine this. You’re in someone else's garden checking to see if ..read more

I wrote this piece specifically for moms/dads who are currently dealing with a child who suffers from depression! It took a whole lot for me to share this part of my life with everyone. However; God quickly reminded me that we don’t go through hardships, trials and tribulations for ourselves, but for other people . For those who are suffering in silence with your child(ren) who are battling depression, trust me… I understand wholeheartedly and I know all too well the emotional burden and effects it has on you, the parent. Stay strong, keep the faith and know that you’re not alone. Don’t be ..read more

A man bound by the hands and feet, cannot free himself.   He must be helped by a person that is unbound. The bound cannot help the bound; the rescuer must be liberated. ~Author Unknown   If you want to associate this to scripture…..Ecclesiastes 4:9-11 Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.  Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone? ​   It’s OK to ask for help. It’s OK to help.  Though we are not meant ..read more