Hey everyone! So, I have a little confession to make… I deleted a huge chunk of my blog posts while updating my MySQL database, like ALL of it. Yep, 20+ years of content. It was gone in a flash! But you know what? I’m not letting it get me down. I see this as an…
Writings and Experiences
The first man to break my heart name was Daddy Pt. 2
Children and animals are excellent indicators of character. The first time I had a premonition dream, I had to be no older than four or five. In the dream, my mother and I were attempting to make it in time to catch a Coney Island-bound train from the Church Avenue station in Brooklyn, NY. We…
The first man to ever break my heart name was Daddy, Pt. 1
First, before I even get any further than the title of this piece, let me make it abundantly clear that I had an excellent relationship with my father. He was very present in my life. I knew who he was, and he provided for me emotionally, mentally, physically (with his presence), and financially since before…
Learning How to Communicate Effectively as a Newlywed
July 2013 I did very little driving during the weeks following my 1st attempt to pass my road test in Texas. At first, I felt that the Hubby Coach was penalizing me for not passing the test. I didn’t know where those thoughts and feelings came from because that behavior was not my husband’s character. …
Who is Buzzing Around Your Dreams?
Beware of the companions you surround yourself with as you bring your dreams to life. Ensure that you soar alongside the majestic eagles, rather than circling with the vultures. Who are these vultures? They are the dream destroyers, the doubters, the secret haters, and the Inter-Me… Who are these vultures? They are the ones who…
Set The Thermostat At Home To Sanctuary
I recently had a heartfelt conversation with my dear friend, Nicole, who is my sister and my former roommate. We reminisced about our old apartment, which had transformed into a haven of solace and rejuvenation. It had become so inviting that visitors often found it difficult to leave and frequently requested to spend the night….
Who am I? She asked. I answered my name was Hannah. Pt. 3
June 2016 I married a man who writes Football game plans and has done so for over half his life for a living. He lives and thinks offensively and strategically. So why would I think when the doctor told us after my first reproductive corrective surgery that we should not attempt to grow our family…
Who am I? She asked. I answered my name was Hannah. Pt. 2
June 2016 I hear the driver’s side door slam. Every sound seems to have been amplified, and the colors around me have been high-definition since I woke up this morning. Today, I was released from the hospital and am all loaded up in my husband Oji’s car. When Ms. Dot had wheeled me outside to…
Who am I? She asked. I answered my name was Hannah.
June 2016 I looked gingerly down at my cell phone at a text from my husband; he was informing me of the status of his arrival. “I am downstairs,” he said. I replied, letting him know I was on my way. Ms. Dot and I took one more pass around the room to ensure nothing…
Taking Time Out To Count My Blessings
As a mom of special needs kids, my journey of finding balance in life has been a constant learning process. It’s not always easy, but with hard work and determination, I strive to give my children the attention they need to thrive while making time for myself and being a loving wife. On weekends, it…
The Grace Message Found in the Parable of Jonah
I feel blessed and humbled today as I had the opportunity to step into the shoes of a Children’s Ministry teacher yet again. Ella usually accompanies me in the infant and toddler room, but today was a bit different. Tyson, however, needed some one-on-one attention, so he joined us from the big kids’ group. The…