Buttons of Wisdom💜 Life has a way of handing us experiences that shape us, for better or worse. Looking back on my own childhood, I realize that every disappointment, every heartache, has taught me invaluable lessons about resilience, hope, and ultimately, self-worth. When I was a little girl, I experienced the sting of abandonment early […]
The aftermath of abuse can leave deep scars, but it’s important to remember that your past does not define your future. 🙅♀️ Fear may try to tell you that you don’t deserve happiness, that you’re not capable of healing, or that you’ll never experience true joy again — but those are lies. 🚫 History has […]
Recently, I had the honor of sitting on a panel with three other strong and inspiring women, each of whom is passionate about advocacy work. The panel, hosted by the Abilene Police Department Child Advocacy Center, focused on the importance of advocacy for survivors of child abuse. As we answered questions and shared insights, one […]
There’s something deeply powerful about cheering for other women to succeed. When we celebrate one another, we uplift not only our friends but also ourselves. Today, I’m reflecting on one of the most cherished friendships in my life the friendship I’ve shared with Katie Martinez and the beautiful journey we’ve walked together. A few decades […]
There was a time when I would have done anything to avoid the heartache, the nights filled with anguish, and the endless valleys of despair. But now, I see those moments as gifts. The lessons I’ve learned through the deserts of my life have transformed the way I love, the way I give, and the […]
❤️Some things are in our control. Some are not. One thing that IS in our control is how we communicate with the world around us. If life is tough for you right now, keep pushing! There are beautiful life lessons to be learned by the heavy burdens we traverse through. Think of these burdens as […]
Someone is inspired! 🫶🏻💕. The Nostalgia I felt watching my kiddo be inspired by the Olympics tonight is simply moving! I remembered childhood moments I hadn’t thought about in decades! Goodness I’m aging 😂! I just said decades, PLURAL!!! 🤯. I will have you know, when I was a little girl, I was going to […]
Have you ever been told you can’t participate in something because it’s only intended for the elite members of society with deep pockets and rich family histories? I was in fact told this just the other day.😳 After sharing a dream of mine and hearing this loud message I slowly walked to my car feeling […]
🗣️GIVE IT THREE MONTHS: My Confirmation Bias: looking for evidence that “those people” are against me. There was a time when I believed I was the person no one would want to sit with in church. I pushed everyone away, convinced that they were judging me. I rarely stepped out to get help, which lead […]
Numb or Navigate:🌟I am proud of the girl in the picture. 🏠 In the dark corners of a broken home, I often felt alone even while surrounded by people. During the fighting, hitting, and piercing screams, I would hide with hope and imagine I was in a different environment, one with more peace than pain. […]
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