Category: relationships

So… I had a friend for YEARS that I stopped communicating with because, in my mind, I was a victim. I thought, based on inside conversations, that she didn’t like me. I thought, based on my own scenario, that I had been used and thrown away. I essentially hurt my own feelings. In those days…

When I was a kid, the 4th of July was that day. Everyone was a patriot. We’d all have on brand new short sets, fresh hairdos, and the neighborhood buzzed early. My parents would start the grill at 7am — 🙄 — and we’d eat BBQ all day for the next two days. Hot dogs…

While walking yesterday, I asked myself, Why is turning 50 in a few months affecting me so badly? Immediately, the answer came — it’s because I’ve lived my life in survival mode. I never sat down and truly smelled the roses. It’s all been a blur. I’ve never had a birthday celebration, so I never…

There was a time I could sense when a distraction was coming—and even predict how long it might stay. But each time, it lingered longer… and cost me more. I would start something amazing for the Kingdom, and the next thing you know, a man who seemed to be “my type” would slide into my…

I was in the mailroom grabbing my packages when a Black woman in her late 60s walked in and asked if I knew which side was A. I smiled and said, “This is A, and that is B.” To my surprise, she replied, “You’re so pretty with all that beautiful hair.” I smiled, said thank…

Best job in the world—with no pay! We have the incredible privilege of shaping our children’s outlook on life. As mothers, we get to raise them in the Lord, nurture their hearts, and encourage their God-given dreams. It is one of life’s greatest honors to be entrusted with such a sacred role. I’m so thankful…

God has a strategy with our lives. Things we may wanna bury for whatever reason always find their way to the surface. Nothing is lost—we either lose or learn. This past week, I was on a cruise and was having a strong urge to write about it, as I do with everything in life. I…

We live from the inside out. I’m just really learning this truth at this big age… lol. The Bible says, “From the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks,” meaning we say what is in us. The Bible also says God has given us everything pertaining to life and godliness. So we’re not waiting for…

I’m sharing this because I think MANY of us struggle in this area — believing that everyone is our friend, or even that everyone likes us like we like them. I met a woman I decided to help. I encouraged her when she was down, related to her struggles, gave free services, invited her to…

I have always known when I was going to buy a new car. It was NEVER a surprise to me. First, I would decide I wanted a new car. Then I would start looking at new models to see what I wanted to buy. After that, I would dive into researching the brand and reading…