Like the Stars
Faith | Mamahood | Reflection

Like the Stars

You will explode with a burst of light.And streak through the inky sky.Lighting up the darkest night…Granting wishes with your sparkle. Like stars are meant to do. You’ll thrash and crash when it’s storming.And retreat, settle, and calm in the ebb.With vibrant hues and endless depths…Filling oceans with your wonder. Like the waves are meant…

In Honor of Ahmaud
Faith | Reflection

In Honor of Ahmaud

I keep thinking about Ahmaud. I keep looking at the picture of this beautiful human being. He was just out for an afternoon jog. He was hunted down in broad daylight, because he had the audacity to be black. I keep replaying the horror. My heart keeps breaking for his poor mother. It’s so difficult…

Finding New Life
Faith | Reflection

Finding New Life

One afternoon last week, I applied a full face of makeup to go for a walk in the cemetery. I dabbed a light perfume on my wrist, donned my favorite sunglasses, and brushed my hair back into a ponytail. It wasn’t perfect the first time, so I started over and tried again. We live a…