God has done a new thing in my life, and even as I write this, home and townhome approvals are still coming my way. God is good all the time, and I’m here to share His goodness with you.

Starting over doesn’t mean starting from scratch. God can use anyone and anything for His purpose, and what He has for you, no man can take away. “This joy that I have, the world didn’t give it, so the world can’t take it away.”

I knew I was skipping out on my rent, so I made the decision to donate my last apartment’s possessions to four different families. Leaving Las Vegas felt like a temporary push, a necessary move because I was needed in California.

So much happened in California, but the most pivotal moment was attending the Journey to Joy Bible conference. This experience ultimately led to my baptism, a turning point in my spiritual journey.

God ran up on me and did a complete 360 in my life. I believe He wanted to see what I was willing to give up for Him. I gave God everything: my daughter, which felt like a sacrifice as profound as Him giving up His only Son for our sins; my stripping career, and then my apartment along with all its expensive possessions. I just gave it all away. The depression was real, and living in the unknown in California made me feel like Sylvia Plath, wrestling with functional mental instability while trying to stay closer to God than ever before.

I believe God tests me constantly, all day and every day. These ongoing tests tell me that His purpose for me is great. I’ve always known that I was special, unorthodox, and an enigma. Now, I understand that God has many facets to how He wants to use me.

When I finally surrendered, God came in like a mighty rushing wind. I can hardly believe how much my life has transformed in just two months. But that’s the thing about God—He’s an immediate God. He does things that far exceed the visions I once had on my vision boards. His vision is always the best.

So here I am, starting over again, but this time not from scratch. This time, I’m firmly grounded in God. I’m excited to see what He has in store for me, and I pray He continues to push me deeper into faith.

All glory to God! He is good all the time. Through my testimony, I encourage you to see for yourself how good God is when you surrender and let Him use you for His will

Welcome to my world of resilience, empowerment, and authenticity. As a single mother, entrepreneur, and advocate, I share my journey to ignite strength within you. My writing, shaped by overcoming homelessness and embracing motherhood, blends raw truth with heartfelt wisdom. Together, we explore the path of healing and growth.

Here are some of my breakout pieces that have deeply resonated with readers:

1. “Inside the Head of a Severely Traumatized Soul Who Used Her Pain to Become a Trauma Specialist and Psychologist” 

This piece offers an introspective look at my cognitive process as a traumatized individual who turned to education for understanding. Earning three degrees and becoming a trauma specialist, wellness specialist, and psychologist, I am both the case study and the analyst. This compelling read sheds light on the complexities of trauma and recovery.

2. “Dollhouse”

This narrative reveals how my immediate and estranged families appeared perfect to the outside world. Despite my mother’s absence of visible issues, I ended up in foster care, challenging the misconception that outward appearances reflect true reality. Just as people underestimated my former partner’s manipulative nature, the blog demonstrates that what seems perfect may hide significant troubles.

3. “The Caregiver Paradox: Analyzing Emotional Dynamics and Familial Disconnections”

A sequel to “Dollhouse,” this piece explores the irony of how the person closest to me became my greatest disappointment. It explores how caregivers may struggle to provide the same level of care to loved ones as they do to those they are paid to care for. This engaging read offers a multifaceted perspective, blending personal experiences with sociological and psychological insights.

4. “The Boy Disguised as a Man”

This personal account challenges the belief that only women trap men by sharing my experience of being manipulated by an older man with a baby. It offers a raw look at power dynamics and manipulation.

5. “The Heart He Left Behind”

As a sequel to “The Boy Disguised as a Man,” this narrative explores themes of love, loss, and resilience in the aftermath of a difficult relationship. It continues the story of emotional growth and healing.

6. “The Legacy of Racial Classification: Johann Friedrich Blumenbach’s Influence on Racial Stereotyping and Its Modern Implications”

This blog examines the enduring impact of historical racial theories on contemporary society. It explores Johann Friedrich Blumenbach’s 18th-century racial classification and its implications for white supremacy. Through historical and modern cases, such as the Scottsboro Boys, the Attica Prison Riot, the Central Park Five, and Deandre Arnold, it highlights the persistence of racial stereotypes.

7. “The Most Beautiful Lie I Ever Heard”

This blog critiques Blumenbach’s assertion that “Caucasians are the most beautiful race,” exposing the Eurocentric perspective that placed Caucasians at the pinnacle of human development. It unpacks how this view contributed to a racial hierarchy and continues to impact our understanding of race today.

8. “Black: The Definition of Us”

Written during my Communication degree pursuit, this blog examines the Central Park Five case and the impact of Blumenbach’s views from 1775. It critiques ongoing racial biases in the justice system and explores the sociological and psychological disparities faced by minorities. This piece serves as both an educational tool and a call to action to address these injustices.

My writing is a testament to my journey and my commitment to illuminating complex issues. Join me as we navigate the intersections of trauma, race, and justice, and work towards a more empathetic and informed society. 

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