My 22nd Anniversary

Today marks the 22nd anniversary of my second open heart surgery. Of course I am beyond grateful to witness this. Last year my phone rang. On the other side of the line was my daddy. ” Happy Anniversary daddy’s big, old baby! Your daddy will stay with you...

Twenty-One and Counting

I remember my 21st birthday.  Excitement filled my being as I welcomed the induction into adulthood, or more specifically womanhood. I wanted to conquer the world. My parents and my childhood cardiologist had in depth discussions with me about life.  They advised me...

A Bittersweet 20th Anniversary

November 20, 2020 marks the 20th anniversary of my second open heart surgery.  This is a milestone my family and I looked forward to. A commemoration of how I defied the odds set against me.  An opportunity to reflect on the blessings and lessons learned throughout my...

Lessons from An Empath – Retreat, Reflect, Recharge, Ready

Hello all! It has been awhile. I hope you are safe and being good to yourself. It may be difficult to imagine what being good to yourself actually entails under our current circumstances, however, try to find something that makes your soul smile. I must say that to be...

My 19th Anniversary – The Year of Transformation and New Beginnings

Today marks the 19th anniversary of my second open heart surgery. I remain on a spiritual pilgrimage to assess my life, express my truth and accept all that I am. The number 19 is remarkable and it carries a colossal message. 19 symbolizes surrender. 19 signifies...

Happy 18th

Eighteen.  Adolescents eagerly await this year for the proclamation of adulthood. Eighteen is the day that I had my first open heart surgery.  At the tender age of 13, I wondering if I would in fact live to see my 18th birthday. My childhood cardiologist, whom is now...