May, 2025 - Memoirs of a Black Girl

From Throwback Thursday to Flashback Friday to Saturday and Beyond: Let the Purging Begin!

Lela Fagan May 31, 2025

Every summer, my spirit starts whispering “declutter, sis.” And this year? I’m listening. I’m deep diving into papers, closets, garages, and forgotten storage units—not just to clean, but to make room for what’s next.

The Weight of a Name: A Lesson for My Son

Lela Fagan May 28, 2025

🧠💛 Today, I reminded my son Tyson that he carries three names—child of God, his own, and his family’s. When our babies understand who they are, they grow into who they’re meant to be.

“No” Is a Complete Sentence: Faith, Boundaries & Freedom

Lela Fagan May 23, 2025

There’s something sacred about a woman who can say “No.” without flinching, without apologizing. Jesus didn’t say “Yes” to every request—and neither should you. Boundaries are biblical. Rest is righteous. Peace is holy. Let’s honor the God in us by protecting our capacity. 🙏🏾

The Blessing of Elder Women: How Their Wisdom Shaped My Life

Lela Fagan May 15, 2025

✨ Elder women have been my Naomis—guiding, nurturing, and loving me since my mother's passing. Discover how their wisdom transformed my life. Read more at memoirsofablackgirl.com. 🌿 #FaithJourney #MemoirsOfABlackGirl @LelaJFagan

Walking in Your Calling: Why Faith Will Always Cost You Something

Lela Fagan May 12, 2025

There’s something deeply sobering about the way people react when you step into your purpose—especially when those people are the ones who know you best. Mark 6:1-29 NLT is a chapter that doesn’t just speak—it shouts. It tells two stories that seem separate but are inextricably linked by a common theme: the cost of calling.