Unbroken Bonds: Surviving the System’s False Allegations

Unbroken Bonds: Surviving the System’s False Allegations

As we navigated this new chapter, it became increasingly clear how vital it was for us to be the solid ground beneath their shaky feet. To not just care for them, but also to advocate fiercely against a system that allowed such parentally-induced chaos to continue. It was a thankless task, met with resistance at every turn, but the alternative—doing nothing—was far worse. Continue reading Unbroken Bonds: Surviving the System’s False Allegations

Crawfish Princess: Overcoming Brachial Plexus with Resilience 4lbs of Crawfish at a Time.

Crawfish Princess: Overcoming Brachial Plexus with Resilience 4lbs of Crawfish at a Time.

Niyah Jean hasn’t let having the use of only one hand slow her down – especially when it comes to eating crawfish!

Her left arm and hand have been paralyzed since birth due to a birth injury from a forceps delivery known as obstetric brachial plexus palsy. This condition affects approximately 1.5 out of every 1000 births in the United States. Continue reading Crawfish Princess: Overcoming Brachial Plexus with Resilience 4lbs of Crawfish at a Time.

Love’s Veil

Love’s Veil

My Transparency and My Love for others feel like a curse at moments like these… As I look back over all the years of pain that is living within the depths of my soul, I sometimes question “Will ever have a moment to birth out this so-called great purpose I’m destined to fulfill?” Continue reading Love’s Veil