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Unveiling Fibromyalgia: My Journey from Misunderstood Pain to Empowered Understanding
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It wasn’t until October of last year that I finally found a name for the chronic pain that has plagued me for the past five years. During this time, I’ve endured widespread pain throughout my body, chronic headaches, dizzy spells, sleep disturbances, numbness, and unexplained nausea. Unfortunately, my medical journey…
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#MeToo
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For years, I carried a burden deep within me, a secret that weighed heavy on my soul and cast a shadow over every aspect of my life. It’s a story I’ve kept hidden, buried beneath layers of shame and fear, but today, I find the strength to break the silence…
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Unraveling The Truths of My Adoption
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Many people avoid learning from adoptees because adoption is considered a touchy subject. You are not weak or broken because you were adopted. On the contrary, it can make you stronger. Adoptees are often treated as though their adoption defines them, but it isn’t the reason behind everything adoptees do…
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Jeremiah 23:11 – The Significance of My Tattoo
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Growing up in a conservative Christian household where tattoos and body piercings were deemed defiant, I grappled with the idea of permanently marking my body, especially with a Bible verse. My adoptive father, known for his humor, often quipped, “Tattoos are permanent proof of temporary insanity!” Initially, I laughed it…
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#iwillstay
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As a young girl trying to navigate middle school, I often found myself caught between two worlds. On one hand, I was striving to be the perfect Pastor’s Kid, constantly trying to meet the expectations placed upon me. On the other hand, I was searching for love and belonging wherever…
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Our New Journey Known as Parenthood
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I couldn’t believe the tangible presence of the Lord when this little one entered into the world. This is when my new journey as a parent began. With constant fear and paranoia that our little one could have birth defects or other unknown health issues throughout the nine months of pregnancy, we…