5 Powerful Reasons Gratitude is the Ultimate Superpower
If I could have any superpower, it wouldn’t be invisibility anymore. Life-changing moments—like a toddler’s gratitude and a rooftop view of my hometown—showed me the beauty of being fully seen.
Have We Forgotten 9/11’s Devastation and Our Promise to Never Forget?
As I scrolled through Facebook, the vows to “Never Forget” memes that are ever-present in the month of September fill my feed.
Why Local News Matters: The Stories Behind Our Community
In today’s fast-paced digital world, where information is constantly at our fingertips, the importance of local journalism often gets overshadowed by global headlines and viral content. However, local news remains a vital part of our communities, providing stories that resonate with us on a personal level and ensuring that we stay informed about the issues that directly impact our lives. Here’s why local news matters more than ever.
Parenting Reflections: The Challenge of Grown Children
There is nothing worse, as a mother, than when your grown child presents you with a problem that your experience could easily resolve, only to refuse any semblance of advice or parental wisdom. The amount of time you get to prepare your children for life is far briefer than you ever expect. One minute they’re running around in diapers and seeking your guidance in all things, and the next, they’re married with three children, living halfway across the country.
7 Powerful Reasons You Can Succeed Without a Degree (Even If It Feels Impossible)
While I am without a degree, my son is going to get his associates degree from LCC later this year. I’m so proud of his accomplishments and how hard he’s worked at finishing the course.
7 Powerful Lessons on Self-Awareness That Will Change Your Life
On Christmas morning this past year, Derrick put a ring on my finger. I knew we were getting married, but I didn’t know how, when…
7 Powerful Ways to Break Free from the Poverty Mindset Today
The poverty mindset has crippled my ability to strive for more, to be more, or to want more. Dreaming is a luxury I cannot afford.
5 Powerful Lessons About Church and Community Dynamics
The church has shaped my understanding of community, acceptance, and judgment throughout my life. From childhood memories to evolving perspectives, this journey reveals both challenges and hope.
7 Powerful Lessons I Learned from Hitting Rock Bottom and Bouncing Back
Rock bottom has accepted my VIP reservation. It’s my home away from home.
Aunt Jemima: 1 viral TikTok does not mean its the truth
A video on the social media platform TikTok was shared with me where a content creator criticized PepsiCo for altering the iconic Aunt Jemima logo, one of the longest-running logos and trademarks in the history of American advertising.