Writing
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Do You Qualify? A Grown Woman’s Reintroduction to an Old Favorite
I first read this poem in my 30s, back when love still felt like a puzzle I was trying to figure out—one piece at a time. It made me think, reflect, hope. But now, in my 50s, with everything life has thrown at me—stroke, coma, heartbreak, rebirth—the words hit differently. Back then, I was searching Continue reading
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I’ve Fallen and Can’t Get Up… Again (Well, Almost)
Sunday, April 2702025 Good day, subscribers. Remember that bathroom update I shared a while ago? (You can catch up here if you missed it.)Well, the journey continues… You see, my house is a bit older — not brand-new like my first home — and I’ve been slowly working on little upgrades to make it feel Continue reading
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Easter Weekend
Easter Weekend Reflections: Traveling, Traditions & Trying Again I kicked off my Easter weekend adventure early Thursday morning by boarding the Amtrak train headed to Jacksonville, NC—or technically, to Wilson, NC. That stop was closer to my cousin’s job, and she was waiting there with open arms. This was a big moment for me: my Continue reading
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Thoughtful Tuesday – Aura
Reflections from a Grateful Heart Today has been filled with reminders of grace, presence, and divine timing. Thoughtful Tuesday, where it all began. This morning, my friend Anatashia sent me a quote that stirred something deep inside me: “Replace your doubt with confidence. You are a fighter with faith. That means if you fall, you Continue reading
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2020 Decade – Updated Welcome to My Phoenix Journey: Overcoming Obstacles with Resilience
Hello, and welcome to my blog! If you’re new here, I’m so glad you’ve joined me. If you’ve visited before, let me reintroduce myself and share a little more about the story behind my journey. Why “Phoenix”? The name “Phoenix” has deep personal meaning for me. In Greek mythology, the phoenix is a powerful symbol 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 