Feelings
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“Cyberbullying & the Collapse of Kindness: Late Night Thoughts on Humanity and Social Media”
Cyberbullying has become far too common in our digital lives. In this honest reflection, Andrea shares how one woman’s story—and her own experiences—shed light on the painful cost of online cruelty. Cyberbullying: What Happened to Human Decency? When did we become so desensitized to each other that attacking strangers online feels normal?How did we become Continue reading
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“I Am My Own #WCW: A Woman Crush Wednesday Celebration of Survival and Strength”
From surviving Sickle Cell and a coma to achieving a master’s degree and touching lives with her smile—Andrea shares why she’s her own Woman Crush Wednesday, living proof that faith, fire, and fight still win. I Am My Own #WCW Woman Crush Wednesday—better known as #WCW—is usually for tagging women we find inspiring, beautiful, or Continue reading
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“How Are You Doing? The Question We Ask, But Rarely Mean”
“How are you doing?” is a question we hear daily—but do people really care? Here’s a reflection on chronic illness, invisible struggles, and what that common question truly means for those living with lifelong conditions. How Are You Doing? It’s one of the most common greetings in the world.Right after “Hello,” we say:“How are you Continue reading
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Recovery week 4“Week 4 Shoulder Replacement Recovery: Pain, Progress, and a Bun Goal”Recovery week 4
Four weeks after shoulder replacement surgery, I’m off narcotics, gaining strength, and starting to see real progress. Here’s what recovery looks like—plus a few reflections on shared pain and support from unexpected places. Recovery Week 4: From Pain to Progress Finally!These last three days have been the best I’ve felt since surgery. 🙌🏽 Sure, there’s Continue reading
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“You Are Enough: What God Taught Me About Love, Timing, and Being Whole”
After years of heartbreak, comparison, and timelines I built on my own, I finally accepted that I am enough. Here’s how God reminded me of my worth and shifted my view on love, timing, and relationships. You Are Enough My story is made of broken pieces and bad choices—but also of major comebacks, soul peace, Continue reading
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“You’re Built for Opposition: Why God Doesn’t Always Remove the Battle”
Sometimes God doesn’t remove the struggle because He’s training you through it. You were built for spiritual battles, not to run from them. Here’s how to see your opposition with kingdom eyes. You’re Built for Opposition Ever found yourself in the middle of something tough—Crying out to God for rescue…And all you hear is silence? Continue reading
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“The Power of Transparency: Why I Choose to Be Honest in a World That Pretends”
In a world that rewards filters, performance, and perfection, I’ve chosen a different path—honest transparency. Here’s why I believe in being real, even when it’s uncomfortable, and what Scripture teaches about trusting and forgiving. What Does It Really Mean to Be Transparent? By definition, transparency means not hiding or concealing anything—being honest, vulnerable, and open.A Continue reading
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“Sometimes I Cry: The Exhaustion of Chronic Pain, Broken Trust, and Relentless Faith”
In this raw and honest reflection, I share what it’s like to cry from physical pain, emotional burnout, financial stress, and spiritual exhaustion—and how holding onto faith has kept me going through it all. This morning, like I always do, I sat down to check my emails.But this time, without warning, I started to cry.I Continue reading
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“3 Weeks Post Shoulder Replacement: PT Pain, Muscle Weakness, and Finding My Strength”
Three weeks after left shoulder replacement surgery, I’m navigating physical therapy pain, muscle rebuilding, and daily recovery challenges as a sickle cell warrior. Here’s what this phase looks like and how I’m pushing forward. Week 3 Post-Surgery: Pain, PT, and Pushing Through Today marks exactly 3 weeks since my left shoulder replacement, and let me Continue reading
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Just a thought I would like to share
If I’ve learned anything over the past five years, it’s this:I can depend on God. No matter what life has taken from me—my health, my peace, even people—I have never lost my faith.Yes, I’ve questioned things.Yes, I’ve wrestled with pain.But I’ve also waited, trusted, and listened for answers. And in that waiting, I’ve seen God Continue reading
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I Wish Healthcare Providers Would Listen
One thing I wish healthcare providers would truly understand is this:Sometimes, doing the job isn’t enough—you have to listen to the patient too. As someone living with a chronic blood-related disease, I already face more than my share of battles.But one of the parts I absolutely hate the most?Being a hard stick. My veins are Continue reading
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Cuba – My third Cruise
I normally cruise on Carnival but this time I did a four day cruise on Royal Caribbean because they sailed to Cuba. Part of my life after the coma is having vacation packages I totally forgot about but had to taken else I would lose all the money I had invested. Sickle Cell never ask Continue reading
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Yesterday’s fruit,tomorrow’s wine.
Life after a coma has been the most difficult season in my entire existence on earth. One may say with any tragic and traumatic experience, especially a life altering one. The hardest time is rebuilding not only what was lost but yourself physically,emotionally, financially, and mentally all literally. I spent six weeks in a coma Continue reading
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Second Cruise
December 2013 was a month of major celebration for me.One of the greatest milestones of my life had finally been achieved:I earned my Master’s Degree in Education. But it wasn’t just about receiving the diploma—I graduated with the highest GPA in my program and was honored to carry the degree flag at commencement.When I opened 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 