Last week was great at my doctor’s appointment. One thing I really appreciated was having a doctor who pays attention to the little details. During my exam, she looked at my tongue and noticed some fissures. She asked if those fissures hurt when I ate, and I told her no. Then she asked me how long they’d been there. I said, “probably about 10 years, I’m not sure.” Her response surprised me. She explained to me that it can sometimes be a sign of a vitamin B12 deficiency, so sh

I’m so excited—I finally have a doctor’s appointment scheduled! It’s been almost two years since I’ve had a checkup. After my previous doctor’s office closed due to the current administration 🤬, I struggled to find another physician who felt like the right fit for me. Then, earlier this year, I was laid off from my job and lost my health insurance, which delayed things even more. But tomorrow is a fresh start because now I have medical insurance!!!! Thank you Washington Stat

I overheard a conversation the other day between two people discussing someone they both knew. They were trying to figure out why this person had suddenly stepped away from the group. They couldn't understand why this individual stopped engaging with their social media posts, stopped showing up to events, and seemingly fell off the face of the earth. As I listened, I couldn't help but think about something I've been experiencing over the past six months. For years, especially

Today, I decided to surprise my dad with flowers for Father's Day. I hadn't seen him in a while because we've both been working like crazy, and I knew I needed to make time to spend with him. Sometimes we get so caught up in our busy lives that we forget what truly matters. We need to make time for the people we love while they're still here, instead of wishing we had spent more time with them after they're gone. We all have the same 24 hours in a day, and it's up to us how w

What does it mean to always be the strong one? For as long as I can remember, I've been the person others lean on. The one who keeps moving forward when life gets difficult. The one who finds a solution, who offers encouragement, and carries the weight when others just simply can't But the truth is, even the strong ones have moments of weakness. There are days when I want to cry. Days when I feel overwhelmed and exhausted. Days when it feels like the weight of the world is re

I am dedicating this weeks blog post to my first grandbaby. It is short and sweet and to the point! Today is one of the best days ever! My grandbaby, princess Reign is officially 1 today! 🎉 God has truly blessed our family with your presence. I still remember when you first arrived and held my hand—it was such a special moment I’ll never forget. From that day on, you’ve brought so much joy to our family. You are such a beautiful gift, and I’m so excited to watch you grow in

I remember a conversation I was having a few months back. A coworker was telling me about a guy she’s been talking to for about six months. She really really likes this guy—the kind of like where you start thinking, hmm… potential boo thang. So naturally, I asked, “Okay, but does he actually like you?” She said, “I think so. We talk all the time, and he likes my posts on social media.” And I had to stop her right there. I had to remind her that talking consistently and liking

So, a few weeks ago, I was talking to someone I know and she said to me, “I really envy you.” For a moment, I paused and asked, “Why?” She said, “Because you’re single, your kids are grown, and you can get up and go whenever you want without having to check in with anyone.” I had to laugh a little because what she called "freedom", I didn't choose the way she thinks I did. What she sees as peace came from learning how to survive without the partnership I have always wanted an

I recently had a conversation with someone I deeply care about. They expressed how I had disappointed them, and I listened. I held space for their feelings. But what I didn’t do… was tell them the truth—that they had been disappointing me too. Not because it wasn’t true, but because I knew they were going through something. And like I’ve done so many times before, I chose them over me. That moment stirred something in me. It took me back to December—a season where I was doing

The other day I was riding the bus, people watching like I always do. I love noticing the little things—what people are wearing, how they style their hair, how they interact with one another. But this time and most times, I noticed something different. Almost everyone had their face buried in their phone. No eye contact. No small talk. And no connection. It made me realize how much we’ve drifted from simple, in-person communication. So many of us hide behind screens and socia

I was sitting on a bus the other day, quietly people-watching, when a thought crossed my mind: none of us truly knows what the person next to us is carrying. We just don’t ! We move through this world wearing our “public faces,” holding it together on the outside, while silently navigating battles no one else can see. It’s easy to forget that everyone we pass is fighting something—grief, stress, uncertainty, or pain we may never fully understand. Yet, despite that, we’re all

Writing the Vision — And Living It in Real Time The Bible tells us in Habakkuk 2:2 to “write the vision and make it plain.” So in January 2025, that’s exactly what I did. I created a bingo card for the life I wanted to experience — not someday in the distant future, but right now, in real time. (And don’t come for my misspelling on the card 😭.) I made a promise to myself: I would see the world one flight, train ride, or car ride at a time. There is so much more to life tha

Faith, as defined by the Webster dictionary, is complete trust or confidence in someone or something. To have complete trust requires strong faith, wouldn't you agree? As many of you know, I was laid off from my job of 18 years on February 4th. It happened quickly and, in my opinion, completely out of left field. But that’s not really the point. I bring it up because when things happen that are beyond our control—things we don’t understand—it can shake our faith. It can make

Today feels like a great day for hugs, wouldn’t you agree? When was the last time you received a really good hug? Better yet, when was the last time you hugged yourself? I was talking with a friend recently who gently reminded me that as much as I love giving hugs to everyone else, I also need to take time to hug myself. After we hung up, I wrapped my arms around my own shoulders and held on, like really held on. In that quiet moment, I realized something powerful: at the end

These past two weeks have been challenging. As some of you know, I was laid off from my job where I worked for 18 years. I’m doing my best to adjust to this new normal and the significant change in my income. At times, I found myself worrying about how I’ll pay my mortgage and other everyday expenses. It’s been a rollercoaster of emotions — sadness, frustration, even anger — especially as I reflected on how the situation was handled. I realized I had been focusing too much on

As someone with big faith, I often hear the words, “Trust in God’s timing.” Proverbs 3:5–6 reminds us: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct your paths.” I have always believed that to be true. But believing it and living it are two very different things and this week, my faith was tested. After 18 years with the same company, I was laid off. It came completely out of left field. At

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Reminder to show ourselves grace.

God never said it would be easy, but He did say it would be worth it. Every day we wake up is a beautiful gift from God. What we choose to do with that gift is up to us. We are now in the second week of 2026, and this is the perfect moment to pause and reflect: What have you done differently this so far this year, that is moving you closer to the life you are praying for? I was recently on a LIVE on social media when one of my “friends” encouraged me by saying, “I hope you ge

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