"I remember him bringing me a pile of papers, folding them in half, and then stapling them in the binding. He pointed as his Cazelles slid down his nose, as they often did. 'You love to read. Write a book.'" My earliest memories are of reading. I loved to read. I loved the fact that... Continue Reading →
His Property, Naw!
He discretely and quietly protects his property No other man near or far His almond colored eyes pierce her soul Her heart pulsates to the sounds of nature’s movement She quickly gathers her conscious while maintaining a certain level of interest Her body remains whole He often tells her to surrender She says my body... Continue Reading →
A Message To All The Lucky Girls
Nearly 38 years ago, I was apparently the apple of my fathers eye. I have heard stories of how he would spoil me rotten, give me whatever I wanted. He had high hopes for me and was proud of his baby girl. Fast forward a few years - my parents are no longer together. Mom... Continue Reading →
Don’t Be Ashamed to Seek a Counselor/Therapist!
"I always wished I could control myself and I prayed that God would let me just react in a chill mode when things upset me." Some say it is a culture thing, others say it’s just embarrassing! Counseling is not supposed to be a negative aspect, it is the complete opposite. But yet, so many... Continue Reading →
Blog Rewind- I Want To Start A Fitness Plan: Where Should I Start?
"When you have finally decided that "enough is enough" and that you need to get in shape, congratulate yourself, as the most important work has already been done." Click to read I Want To Start A Fitness Plan: Where Should I Start?
Surviving Life Without the “D” 101- Part 1
"Feelings of shame, guilt and embarrassment ensue when deciding to take care of your own sexual needs." So, you have decided that you cannot survive without the "D". So, what now? You are not the type of person that has issues getting a willing participant to break you off. But between the HIV epidemic and... Continue Reading →
The Power of No!
"There were times that someone would call me to ask a favor and me not wanting to disappoint would automatically say “Sure, no problem.” There are some lessons in this life that have been harder for me to than others. One such lesson was learning to say no. Why was it so difficult? Quite honestly... Continue Reading →
Monday Morning Motivation- Gratitude
Gratitude: the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. "she expressed her gratitude to the committee for their support" synonyms: gratefulness, thankfulness, thanks, appreciation, indebtedness; Websters Dictionary Life is not a cakewalk for some. It can be incredibly difficult and challenging. What's easy is to be thankful when... Continue Reading →
Blog Rewind- How Yoga Transformed Me
"What I am now grateful for is the intuition to know what I needed when I was at my rock bottom." Click to read Life Lessons-How Yoga Transformed Me
Self Love and Why You Should Get To Know Yourself
"We thrive on healthy relationships and can grow because our connections are meant to be blessings to others." I don't know how many times I've heard the adage 'You must love yourself before you love anyone else". Sounds simple enough. But maybe it's not. How does one love him or herself? How does one get... Continue Reading →


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