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Unique
Which aspects do you think makes a person unique? Anthony loves to thrift. My dad use to love going to yard sales. I don’t. When I look at Anthony’s “fits” (that’s what they call their outfits now), they are always “him.” His is eccentric and he likes what he likes. His tees make me laugh… Continue reading
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Don’t Ever Lower Your Standards
A few days ago I sent Jason a video of Sedi and I laughed at his response, “…just like mommy.” I’ll get to my point soon. Desmond said today while we were in FaceTime for me to take a photo before I rebraided my hair because we were “twinning.” And someone shared she has many… Continue reading
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Lesson #4- Sedinam is Almost 2
Dear Sedi, My dad always told the guys that were interested in me that, “my daughter will not have a boyfriend until she finishes her four years of college.” Now, while that didn’t happen, I “superseded my expectations” he told me awhile back. He also tells the nurses how proud he is of me. They… Continue reading
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Lesson #1- Sedinam is Almost 2
Dear Sedinam, These lessons are not in any particular order. I wanted to do a countdown for your birthday beginning March 1st. These are my lessons and I wanted to share with you. Capture the moments. Actively listen and watch. Mommy loves photos, so I have thousands of photos from my entire life that I… Continue reading
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Lesson #2- Sedinam is Almost 2
Dear Sedinam, I learned the true definition of focus watching you. Watching you as you are grasping a new concept is mindblowing to me. You are this tiny person full of determination. You center your entire attention to whatever has your attention. At that time. It’s a reminder to me. Never ever allow anything to… Continue reading
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Resilience
Dear Sedinam, It’s 2023. It’s Women’s History Month. It’s 23 days until Sedinam’s 2nd birthday. I have learned so much from this baby girl. Women are resilient creatures, but this baby girl has defined that term. Sedinam, I pray that you continue to push forward and always know your worth and your strength. #From13OuncesTO17lbsAndGrowing In… Continue reading
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Live
Today was probably one of the best days of my life! I received the most amazing news and internally I am still screaming and doing cartwheels! God always promises that HE will take care of us. I have followed HIS voice even when I am nosey and peep through those trees and and walk down… Continue reading
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Release…
“When you hold grudges, your hands aren’t free to catch blessings.”- Someone I read this on a FB page today and it reminds me of why I never stress….and why I am blessed! Continue reading
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A word…
Joseph Walker, III said, ” Maturity is passing out bread to those that wanted you dead.” That’s it. Continue reading
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Protect Your Peace
We have gates all through our house. It’s so funny because Anthony was very busy as a toddler, but Sedi girl…. Anthony was also raised with two parents, attended daycare, and we had a circle of people that helped us with him. Sedinam is a COVID baby. I had to place many restrictions, which ultimately… Continue reading
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Reputation
It seems I always have surprise calls and even mail. But one thing is, I’ve always had people to respect me. I feel like yelling “PUT some RESPECT on my name” lol!! Y’all know I’m silly!! The call came from an ex. I remember spending time with him and laughing and just being silly. We… Continue reading
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Forgive You, Not Them
Last night i had a conversation via text with a soror. They shared trauma that they encountered for a few years. Her strength and ability to always live life surprised me that she encountered such. We discussed forgiveness and how such experiences could have pushed us to be angry and bitter. Despite bad circumstances, I’ve… Continue reading
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Patience …
It might take days or years, but trust God will always reveal wrong. After many many months; actually since Sedi has been out of the NICU, I was able to finally get full time nurse care for Sedinam! I shared this recently. This is provided through a service called EFMP and ECHO that is provided… Continue reading
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Boundaries
I’m a social introvert. As of lately, I can probably take the “social” out because God has me in a place of complete solitude. I woke up this morning, prayed, and watched Sedi sleep. I didn’t want to get Ho. If I can be honest, my cycle came on a few days ago and I… Continue reading
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Sedi Bedi Edi… my almost 2 year old!
My girl is almost two years old. So much has happened over the last two years… But she is thriving… I had faith …I have faith… I prayed and had an amazing prayer circle … But God… She is about 17 pounds … My busy body Sedi Bedi Edi #MyOnce13ounceBAby Continue reading
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Attachment
Sedi absolutely loves her brother! He walks into the room and they both smile. I’ve written about this before. Last night we went to bed at 9pm. Y’all I was exhausted! She was exhausted too! We had an early morning on Valentines Day. We had doctors appointments. This one was two hours away. Today no… Continue reading
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HIS promises
I’ve been having a conversation over the last few days to encourage a young lady. Many young women I know are hopeful romantics. I’ll include myself in this too. We give. We forgive. We attempt to be practical. We don’t harp on mistakes but we want to hold you accountable. She woke up with a… Continue reading
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Don’t Believe the Hype
People will only change if and when they desire. Most don’t. A little over a year ago my ex husbands new wife made a mistake and called me via Facebook messenger. I opened up the door for her to ask me any questions. I will never disrespect a woman as she thought I would because… Continue reading
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You must have a sense of humor…
If you go back, you will remember that post I wrote about my drive to Kentucky. I shared that with someone and then I reminded Fleming and he remembered. I’ve been chatting with a former student lately and I realized truly that our testimonies are really not for us. There is no response I can… Continue reading
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The Sorry AF Baby Daddy
God is working on me. Today as I drove to get Sedi’s bloodwork, I got mad for baby mommas. I called Des and pretty much went off. And I’m not mad for myself, but I really am angry for all the baby mommas with sorry ass men! Screenshot this, send it to an attorney, do… Continue reading
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About Me
I have been afforded the ability to accept the many trials, laughs, tribulations that life throws my way and embrace them as much as possible. I am a mom, a lover of life, and person that reflects too much.