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I know in my heart when I do for others it’s not to seek accolades. I do it to help my fellow mankind and because it truly make me feel better as a person. I hope when I’m mentoring to young women I’m sharing my knowledge and wisdom so they know they’re not alone and can rise above their fears. Words are easy to say, but action speaks louder and has a stronger message to share. Sharing and caring for others is free and the reward, to me, is participating in this life rather than standing on the sideline. I pray as we all do for Peace on Earth. This beautiful life gets hard and many succumb to it. Others have their life snuffed out of them by violence and sickness. I pray to God for His Mercy & Grace because tomorrow isn’t promised. Life is precious and we are living in critical times where children are being murdered, the elderly are being taken advantage of, human trafficking is at an all time high and just ridiculous amounts of evil is spreading like wildfire. It saddens me people find it easy to pray on the weak and are cowards to own their shortcomings until they project their sickness on others. There is power in prayer and it gets stronger by numbers, my belief. We must unite in prayer and the adversary must bow down. Let’s pray and believe together for a better tomorrow. A world where are children and grandchildren will be safe and thrive. When others believe your life is as important as theirs. When criminals stop inflicting pain and harm. When we love one another or at a minimum, respect life as God so graciously blessed us with. Pray🙏🏾 Pray🙏🏾Pray🙏🏾 Prayer is the key and Faith is what unlocks it. #trustit #believeit #liveit #standonit

#BLESSINGS🙏🏾

Beginning....

GM,
First, I’d like to apologize for being MIA, but life happens. Thankful for it🙏🏾 We must attract what we desire. I try not and ask from anyone anything I’m not willing to give of myself. We must feel good about ourselves in order to attract goodness. It starts with US. I know I’m working on me to be happy with what I see when I look in the mirror. It’s not just surface I see, I look deep within to work on my mental and emotional health. Although, I’m conscious of all that surround me, I’ve been focusing on the changes I need to make physically. It’s important to love ourselves so we can attract and expect the same in return. I believe this affects our aura. The energy you are putting out in the atmosphere belongs to “YOU”. Control it! Own it! Wish it into existence and make sure you’re doing what needs to be done to make it your best. I don’t desire perfection, I work on improvement. When I know I’m ready my face, my aura and my t-shirt😊 will read, “Living My Best Life”.

#BLESSINGS🙏🏾

Sometimes.....

GM,

Sometimes, you need a friend to pray for you when you can't pray for yourself. Sometimes, you need a friend to call and see about you when you're going through things. There are many people, some you know and others you don't, who might just need a call to know someone care. Although, I've always known this to be true, people are struggling. I try everyday to show a little more compassion or exercise more patience because you just don't know who’s giving their best, although, it might not be perfect. There's a man at work who EVERY SINGLE DAY eats carrots, edamame soybeans, apples and broccoli. All fresh and healthy. 👍🏾 However, he chews like a farm animal and it's so loud people all around him put on headphones, literally. No lie.... Anyway, one morning he shared that his wife who works around the corner was recently diagnosed with cancer for the second time . Well, it still irritates me how loud he chews, but not so much. I sympathize with what they are facing and expressed I'd lift him and ”Laura” up in prayer🙏🏾 As a reminder, I've started a prayer group where participants go down in prayer every week on Wednesday @0600. There's no call in or anything. Just knowing we are all praying together and agreeing has an impact. Be encouraged.

In My Feelings🤦🏾‍♀️

If everyone put as much energy into relationships (family, friends, etc...)  and energy into building a better tomorrow we might see where we’re getting somewhere. See where our children and grandchildren have a future to succeed and SURVIVE in. I’m so sick and tired of hearing somebody died or somebody is missing. Then you see and hear an overwhelming following of a person who did what they wanted and was supposed to. I’m not discounting anyone’s contribution. I’m just saying if we all gave back think of how much better our future would look  Our future is tomorrow, our children, our children’s children, our..... Yes, I give back! It might not be perfect, but I try and I think that’s all anyone can ask. We tend to focus more on what’s not so important instead of things requiring our attention.  Priorities🤦🏾‍♀️ Maybe not, just me speaking what I’m presently feelings and the recent, as of today, conversations I’ve had. Yes, we need to start at home and make sure our own shit is in order. But, so many of us have so much to offer and there are many who are without. I realize a lot of people are in the positions they’re in because they don’t have the resources or support system. Hell, some wouldn’t even be in jail if they had money for an attorney or family/friends trying to find a way. Don’t get confused, because there are some who don’t get a visitor in jail, the hospital, a nursing home, a recovery institution because there’s no one out there for them. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a lot and today we ALL are simply trying to survive. However, when April 28, 2019 come you’ll see many Paying It Forward. There’s nothing wrong with that and “kudos” to you if that’s the only day you can provide. IDK....I’m  a little sad because I saw a young lady Sunday whom I’ve met once before and it’s obvious she needs help and support and I wonder why no one is protecting her. It breaks my heart for anyone to be taken advantage of, especially when they’re suffering. I’m done🤷🏾‍♀️

Imagine🤔

I’ve always said, “all we have are our hopes, dreams and prayers🙏🏾  It’s inevitable to want more, desire and wish for what we don’t have. I for one and I’m sure you do too wonder what I need to do in order to gain satisfaction. Sometimes, we believe we’re taking the necessary steps to achieve fulfillment and when it doesn’t work out we’re sorely disappointed. On occasion I wonder if providence is having a good laugh at me expense because I keep trying over and over. We mustn’t question the life we live, but yet make the best of it. God has already mapped out our journey and for that we must be grateful. Tomorrow isn’t promised and each day we wake up is a blessing. Although, none of us can predict the future we wonder which road to travel in an effort to avoid mistakes. Take the risk! If not, you’ll always be hunted with what would’ve happened? If things would’ve been better? Should I have taken the other route? The life you’re living is yours so make the best of it. Of course, none of us wants to fail. But, how will you know unless you try?  Just enjoy the ride and try to avoid the speed bumps and pot holes. Trust in God and He’ll guide you along the way. Believe in yourself! Take note of what it’s taken to get you this far and remember those life lessons you’ve gained. Don’t forget those disappointments because they’re lessons too. Listen to your intuition and gut feeling when facing uncertainty. Be wise and confident in your abilities.

#FAITH🙏🏾 #BLESSINGS

Women Evolve....

GM,
Do any of you ladies follow Sarah Jakes Roberts? She is definitely on 🔥. There are many blogs, podcasts and other vehicles where women are encouraging and uplifting one another. This is something we need, desperately! Once upon a time I wondered if it would always take A Million Women March, Women’s March on Washington or Black Girls Rock Annual Award Show for us to be kind to each other and offer support. Trust me the energy is different from an everyday encounter. One thing for certain and two for sure, we are a special breed. It doesn’t matter your background or race because more times than not we experience some of the same challenges. Although, we might address them differently doesn’t mean the pain isn’t real. Yes, African American women and other minorities, perhaps, appear to always come up against obstacles and fight prejudices on a regular basis. I encourage you to find a medium that works for you. Maybe, a mentor or something like #womenevolve that will uplift you and provide balance when everything else seem so chaotic. Although, it may seem impossible find a moment to yourself where you can breathe and focus on healing. We carry a heavy load and our backs can only stand so much weight. So, take time at being better for yourself so you can be better to others. I remember reading a book “This Bridge Called My Back” by The Radical Women of Color and found it enlightening and it was obvious no matter your color women are strong and resilient. Be encouraged my Sisterfriend.

#BLESSINGS🙏🏾

Patience....

 #Perseverance #Persistence #Prayer🙏🏾

Dream🤔

Do you ever dream? I must say, “I dream all the time”. Sometimes I hear people say, I dreamed someone got shot”. That’s a nightmare🤦🏾‍♀️ I believe dreams are good things filled with hope and wishes. Maybe, I’ve read a book or heard a story I wish I was in because it was so beautiful. That’s a dream. I’ve even found myself dreaming the same dream over and over. There’s been times I’ve known I’ve dreamed something special, but can’t remember the faces nor names, but I remembered what it was about. When I have a nightmare I rebuke it in the name of Jesus🙏🏾 I don’t find myself superstitious or anything, but anything evil no matter what form it come in I don’t want to dwell on it or think about it happening so I rebuke it in the name of Jesus🙏🏾 The devil is busy and I give him no time, no props and no room in my space. We can turn on the t.v., listen to the radio or find enough ugly on social media. So, I love to dream of beautiful, special and precious moments that make me happy. I believe dreams are an extension of our feelings. If you find yourselves having nightmares pray🙏🏾 If you find your spirit conflicted pray🙏🏾 Praying is EVERYTHING and there is power in numbers🤜🏾 We’re not too old to dream. So, let’s pray together for sugar and spice and everything nice😊

#BLESSINGS

A life....

GM Queens,

Although, I don’t follow Nipsey Hussle I’ve seen the media covering his demise.  Not that it matters, but it appears the young man was well respected and loved. Today, many are grieving for the loss of a son, father, perhaps sibling, significant other and friend. It’s sad someone felt the world would be better without him. Everyday you hear of a life taken, someone committing suicide, a missing person or some other ruthless act that separates humanity from evil. Pray! Pray! Pray! We are definitely at war where our men and women are being taken from us too soon. Families being destroyed because of the selfishness of mankind. Lord, have Mercy🙏🏾 I know our society suffer with clinical mental illness, although, to think it’s o.k. to take a life would fall into that category (consciously or unconsciously) I must wonder, “why one think so little of themselves and believe they are so insignificant and worthless that they have no other choice but to destroy ?” Savage😬
I know some have been abused and have no respect for life because they’ve been so disrespected with no support system to tell them otherwise until their minds are poisoned.  They matter too and are someone’s son, daughter, father, mother, perhaps sibling, significant other and friend.

#BLESSINGS🙏🏾 #LifesDP