2019 trials and tribulation
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Praise is what I do
Hello readers, I haven’t blogged in a while two main reason technology may be helpful when it’s functioning at it’s best but, when it isn’t can be a headache from a problem child. I had to take care of some technical difficulties. The other is pain, although not quite recovered from my shoulder replacement surgery, Continue reading
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9-11
I am sure everyone can remember where they were on 9-11-2001 but how many remember the first attack in 1993? I do because it was a work day for me February 26,1993 at Strawberry’s Clothing store. My very first job in High School. I started out in Brooklyn NY downtown store, November 1992 but after Continue reading
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The Day I Went to Sleep: My Sickle Cell Crisis and 6-Week Coma Journey
What Is a Coma? A coma is a deep state of unconsciousness where a person is alive but unresponsive. It’s often caused by severe illness or a brain injury. Most comas last between 2 to 4 weeks, but in rare cases, they extend longer. Mine lasted six. My Last Normal Day: September 5, 2014 I Continue reading
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Sickle Cell Anemia 101
What is Sickle Cell Anemia? Sickle cell anemia, or sickle cell disease (SCD), is a genetic disease of the red blood cells (RBCs). Normally, RBCs are shaped like discs, which gives them the flexibility to travel through even the smallest blood vessels. However, with this disease, the RBCs have an abnormal crescent shape resembling a Continue reading
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Recovery Week 8: The Waiting, the Weary, and the Word
Week 8 of shoulder surgery recovery brings frustration, faith, and slow progress. Andrea reflects on healing, the reality of pain, and strength found in Scripture. Happy Sabbath / Saturday ☀️ (This one’s short—but real.) We’re at Week 8 of recovery, and let me just say…This is taking way longer than I anticipated. My doctor warned Continue reading
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Teaching isn’t my job, it’s tied to my purpose.
Let me share my powerful journey from coma recovery to classroom presence, showing how God’s detours are often divine redirections—especially when it comes to our calling. Teaching Isn’t My Job—It’s My Purpose Tomorrow begins a new academic year in my district, and as I prepare, I’m feeling two things at once: excitement and uncertainty. Physically, Continue reading
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Trusting Good in a Physical World
I think one of the most difficult things that a human being encounters is the notion of faith and belief. Because of our human nature and the physiology of the human creation, we are created with senses. We are naturally inclined to hear, smell, taste, touch, and see. The more I mature in my walk with the Lord, Continue reading
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Never bring a horse to a tank fight
There is something about 2 am. I don’t think the devil takes much time off in the day but I know for sure he pulls double shifts at night. I can’t go back far enough to recall a day where I didn’t struggle with the terror by night that causes my stomach to flutter, my Continue reading
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“When Life Gives You Lemons… Grab Some Popcorn”
Post-surgery pain and Texas heat couldn’t stop Andrea from making sweet lemonade out of a sour season. Here’s how I turned recovery into a summer of solo movie dates, healing, and fun on a budget. When Life Gives You Lemons… 🍋 Make weekly lemonade.That’s exactly what I did this summer. Between constant pain, surgery, and Continue reading
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The game before the game
The bridge between all that practice and the performance is the pre-game routine. The same is true in nearly every endeavor. You have to win the war inside before you can win the war outside. I will never speak without going through an important ritual. It involves being on my knees in prayer and admitting Continue reading
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“Scars & the Unapologetic Me: Learning to Love Myself Again”
Real confidence isn’t about perfection—it’s about loving yourself through the scars. In this deeply personal reflection, Andrea shares her journey of rediscovery, faith, and reclaiming self-love unapologetically. Scars & the Unapologetic Me “Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil…”— Ephesians 6:11-12 I’ve Continue reading
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“Gems for Life: Watering Faith in a Season of Dry Bones”
When life feels dry, God promises to refresh you like a well-watered garden. In this faith-filled blog, Andrea shares how to nourish your soul and bloom through brokenness with intentional growth and grace. Gems for Life 💎 There’s a scripture that always brings comfort to my soul—especially when I’m walking through dry valleys, broken dreams, Continue reading
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“If You Say So: Changing the Way You Speak and Think”
Your words carry weight—and power. Let me share why negative thinking must be replaced with bold, faith-filled declarations and why sometimes God simply replies: “If you say so.” If You Say So… Negative thinking can truly be the death of us—not just spiritually, but emotionally and mentally too.I’ve learned this firsthand: if you don’t change Continue reading
About Me
I LIVE LOVE LAUGH LEARN – the only way I know how to survive this life! I am a free-spirited, independent, or uninhibited person. I began this blogging journey years ago for sharing my thoughts on everyday life. Since then, so much has happened including me being in a coma because of Sickle Cell with brain damage and extreme trials in life. I am still struggling, but I feel someone can be motivated through my journey, thoughts, feelings, and life.
Phoenix: Live Love Laugh 