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I’ve been participating in my church’s annual fast since January 3rd, marking my third year of this commitment. Honestly, this year has felt different. I’ve struggled to feel as connected as I expected to. Instead of trying to fix that feeling, I have spent time sitting with it. I’ve prayed, reflected, and gently asked myself … More Gentle Reminders, Steady Faith.
On New Year’s Day, which also happens to be my birthday, I celebrated my special day surrounded by family. I indulged joyfully, without a single regret, fully aware that the gym would be waiting for me next week. I could practically hear my trainer’s voice in the background, but honestly? It was worth every bite. … More No New Me, Just More of Me
My political views have become more defined, not because I’ve become more rigid, but because I’ve gained clarity. I now understand politics as an extension of personal values. What you believe politically is rarely neutral; it reflects what you prioritize, who you think deserves protection, and whose suffering you are willing to overlook. Our values … More When Politics Became Personal
Hi Tonton Ceus, It has been a year since you grew your wings and flew away. A year since I last heard your voice. I have not replayed your voicemails, but I refuse to change my phone. Some part of me believes your voice still belongs here. This past year has been more challenging without … More An Unfinished Love Letter
Sérieusement… j’ai décidé de ne plus répondre, sinon je risque d’étrangler la prochaine personne « bien intentionnée » qui fera un commentaire sur ma vie amoureuse — ou son absence. 😌 Selon ma dernière thérapeute, ces gens ont le droitde se préoccuper, parce que soi-disant ils m’aiment et veulent « le meilleur pour moi »… selon leurs standards, … More Flourless Bread et Zéro Patience
Have you ever felt that nervous energy when your spirit senses something serious is about to unfold, but you can’t quite identify what it is? Sometimes this feeling arises when things are going well; other times, it occurs while you’re just trying to stay afloat. For some of us, it even sneaks into our dreams, … More Between Chaos and Grace
Je refuse de paniquer… mais je crois bien que je suis fauchée. Je ne sais même plus comment m’en sortir. Je n’ai aucune dépense extravagante : je paie mes factures, je fais mes courses, et c’est tout. Aujourd’hui, le mot “budget” est devenu une blague cruelle : impossible d’en créer un, encore moins de le … More Quand survivre coûte plus cher que vivre
Honestly, at this point, success just looks like getting to the office on time after hitting the gym at 6 a.m. Sure, I could come up with something profound that ties back to my values, priorities, and big-picture goals, but with everything I have going on, what really matters right now is simple: show up … More Staying Aflot
Some days, I just need a 30-minute nap. On other days, I dream of $ 100,000, an all-expenses-paid vacation to the Maldives, and a chauffeur. It’s all about balance. Today is the last Sunday of September 2025, and I can’t help but laugh at how much can change in a single year. I also struggle … More Naps, Vacations, and Faith: Finding Balance in 2025”
A few years ago, while completing my internship for a master’s program in Clinical Mental Health, the Executive Director of the agency called a meeting with the interns. He began by sharing the agency’s accomplishments and reflecting on how far they had come since opening 40 years earlier. When the floor opened for questions, I … More Do Not Get Comfortable
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