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About Lela Fagan
Lela Jefferson Fagan is a writer, blogger, and passionate storyteller who explores life’s complexities with honesty and depth. She is the author of Poetry of a Black Girl: The Darkness and the Light and the voice behind Memoirs of a Black Girl, where she shares thought-provoking reflections on culture, identity, and personal growth. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Lela now calls Houston, Texas, home, where she lives with her husband, Oji—an athletics administrator and football coach—and their three children. Whether through poetry, blogging, or social media, Lela uses her words to inspire, challenge, and spark meaningful conversations. Follow her on X: @LelaJFagan.
Wedding photo of Oji and Lela Fagan.
Posted inLatest News Marriage Relationships

5 Funny Things That Happened During & After Our Wedding Ceremony

Posted by Lela Fagan March 30, 2025
The Hubby Coach and I will celebrate our 13th Wedding Anniversary in a couple of…
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Making That Necessary 180-Degree Turn
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Making That Necessary 180-Degree Turn

Posted by Lela Fagan March 30, 2025
Lord, today I come before You with a humble heart, acknowledging the profound transformation You…
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A Sunday Morning Drive: Small Moments, Big Blessings
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A Sunday Morning Drive: Small Moments, Big Blessings

Posted by Lela Fagan March 25, 2025
Sunday, September 8, 2013 This morning, my husband and I got up early and decided…
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Finding Independence Behind the Wheel
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Finding Independence Behind the Wheel

Posted by Lela Fagan March 25, 2025
Saturday, August 31, 2013 The high of passing my road test still lingers, but this…
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 Connecting the Dots… I Already Know You Know How to Drive.
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 Connecting the Dots… I Already Know You Know How to Drive.

Posted by Lela Fagan March 24, 2025
Friday, August 30, 2013Today, I’m going for my second attempt at passing the Texas road…
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Stepping Out in Faith: The Journey to My Road Test Victory
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Stepping Out in Faith: The Journey to My Road Test Victory

Posted by Lela Fagan March 23, 2025
Sunday, August 25, 2013 Today, my husband had me driving everywhere in my new car,…
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The Journey to “Favor”: Trusting God in the Process
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The Journey to “Favor”: Trusting God in the Process

Posted by Lela Fagan March 23, 2025
Thursday, August 22, 2013 I woke up with a sense of purpose today. Feeling led…
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By Myself… I Could Not Even Get Outside Of The Parking Lot!
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By Myself… I Could Not Even Get Outside Of The Parking Lot!

Posted by Lela Fagan March 23, 2025
Introduction: Life has a way of throwing unexpected moments at us, and sometimes, those moments…
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Black woman worshipping
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Living Through Service, Finding Life in Worship

Posted by Lela Fagan March 17, 2025
Music has a unique ability to rise above the confines of language, allowing us to…
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A Premonition of A Betrayal
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A Premonition of A Betrayal

Posted by Lela Fagan January 16, 2024
Children and animals are excellent indicators of character. The first time I had a premonition…
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A Father’s Love, A Daughter’s Loss
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A Father’s Love, A Daughter’s Loss

Posted by Lela Fagan January 16, 2024
Before I go any further, let me make one thing absolutely clear: I had an…
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Learning How to Communicate Effectively as a Newlywed
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Learning How to Communicate Effectively as a Newlywed

Posted by Lela Fagan January 6, 2024
July 2013 Marriage is a journey of learning, adapting, and growing—especially when it comes to…
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Dark-skinned young woman with eyeglasses and dreadlocks
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Who is Buzzing Around Your Dreams?

Posted by Lela Fagan January 4, 2024
Beware of the companions you surround yourself with as you bring your dreams to life.…
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Living room with earth tones and African art.
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Set The Thermostat At Home To Sanctuary

Posted by Lela Fagan December 24, 2023
I recently had a heartfelt conversation with my dear friend, Nicole, who is my sister…
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The Day I Became Hannah: Choosing Family After Fibroids
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The Day I Became Hannah: Choosing Family After Fibroids

Posted by Lela Fagan December 23, 2023
“They said I might be barren. I said I’d be a mother. God never told me how—just that I would be.” 💜 #FaithOverFear #HealingJourney #MyomectomyRecovery #InfertilityAwareness #FaithStory #MemoirsOfABlackGirl
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Still Hannah: My Fight for Hope After Uterine Surgery
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Still Hannah: My Fight for Hope After Uterine Surgery

Posted by Lela Fagan December 23, 2023
June 2015 Still Hannah: My Fight for Hope After Uterine Surgery Part Two of “The…
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The Day I Became Hannah: Navigating Uterine Fibroids and Faith-Based Healing
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The Day I Became Hannah: Navigating Uterine Fibroids and Faith-Based Healing

Posted by Lela Fagan December 22, 2023
What happens when the fight for motherhood meets faith? “She asked who I was. I said, ‘My name is Hannah.’” I’m sharing Part One of my myomectomy memoir—a story of healing, hope, and identity.
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Taking Time Out To Count My Blessings

Posted by Lela Fagan December 22, 2023
As a mom of special needs kids, my journey of finding balance in life has…
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Hello World, Again!? Over 20 years of content deleted.

Posted by Lela Fagan December 19, 2023
Hey everyone! So, I have a little confession to make... I deleted a huge chunk…
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The Grace Message Found in the Parable of Jonah

Posted by Lela Fagan December 3, 2023
I feel blessed and humbled today as I had the opportunity to step into the…
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