Spiritual, devotion
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Robbing Me of Sleep: Releasing Worry, Restoring Peace
Another Sleepless Night… Last night, anxiety robbed me of rest again. I’m tired—not just physically, but emotionally. I’m tired of the unknown future creeping into my mind like a thief, stealing dreams of joy—like being on a cruise, going on a date, or just window shopping like I used to. I miss the version of Continue reading
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Blissfully Unaware: The Day I Realized Anxiety Was Driving Me
Have You Ever Been So Unaware… It Was Dangerous? Have you ever done something so risky—without even realizing it—until you stopped and really thought about it afterward? Let me give you a common example. Have you ever driven home—whether from work, church, or a friend’s house—and once you pull into your driveway, you suddenly realize Continue reading
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A time to forgive
Forgiveness is a big word and a tiny word but the act is the same. It’s alright if we forgive a cheating man/husband, it’s alright that we can forgive a ling friend/family or even co-worker, it’s alright if we can forgive a prodigal son/daughter. But, what happens when we have to forgive a murderer, what Continue reading
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A time to weep
It happens…… . A Time to Weep ‘It happens’—not quite the slogan I’ve seen on T-shirts, but near enough. It does. Soon enough, however, happy our circumstances, we will come down to earth with a bump. We have never cowered in terror with bombs exploding around us, or left our homes and possessions, our businesses Continue reading
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Great Expectations…… A Time to Build
This is where I am now… “A time to build”. Here is my chance to re-build. I have this signature quote on all my emails which says “DEFEAT brings a LESSON, it gives a chance to REBUILD, a chance to start again, with the KNOWLEDGE of what DOES NOT WORK!“ I am not taking credit for it neither do I remember where I Continue reading
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Forced to Fly: When Discomfort Is God’s Way of Moving You
A Move That Didn’t Feel Like Home In 2023, I made a big move to Houston, Texas—hoping for a fresh start, new opportunities, and perhaps deeper connections with family. But here’s the truth: I’ve been miserable. At first, I thought it might just be the adjustment phase. Maybe it was the heat. Maybe it was 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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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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“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
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“Recovery Week 7: Ready or Not, I’m Going Back to the Classroom”
At 7 weeks post shoulder surgery, Andrea shares her latest progress, pain management with natural remedies, and returning to the classroom while preparing for another surgery. Healing continues—one day, one choice, one step at a time. Recovery Week 7: Ready or Not—Here I Come! Well, ready or not, school starts Monday…And that means:Back to the Continue reading
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“I Declare War: A Spiritual Wake-Up Call to Fight the Inner Battle”
The Christian life is not a playground—it’s a battleground. In this soul-stirring devotional, Andrea Poyotte declares war on everything holding her back. It’s time to confront the struggle within and rise in God’s strength. I / De / Clare / War Good Morning and Happy Sabbath.I can never begin my day without a devotional—it is 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 