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  • Through the Cracks

    The more I hear, the more I crave the quiet. Whispers still find a way to travel, and old wounds always seep through the cracks. This poem explores the weight of storms, the ache of forgiveness, and the vow to… Continue reading

    Through the Cracks
  • In the Middle of It All | Homecomings and Hope

    It’s slow, hard, and sometimes painful—but beautiful all the same. This week, I celebrated my daughter’s 15th birthday and the gift of having my son finally come home. There’s sushi dinners, birthday decorations, and even a long-awaited concert ahead—but more… Continue reading

    In the Middle of It All | Homecomings and Hope
  • Packed with Purpose

    We had prayed for this moment. When it came, we prayed & went. With peace in our hearts & bags packed with purpose, we followed God’s lead—trusting Him to show us the way. This is the next chapter in a… Continue reading

    Packed with Purpose
  • Since You’ve Been Gone

    After a much-needed break, I’m back to journaling, reading, and reflecting—with a few guilty pleasures mixed in. From Bible studies to awkward reality TV, devotionals to vampire drama, this season of reset has stretched me in ways I didn’t expect.… Continue reading

    Since You’ve Been Gone
  • ALONE | A Place to Belong

    This poem, written in 2019, was part of a healing journey guided by therapy & rooted in heart. Processing pain through poetry became a lifeline—a way to name what couldn’t be spoken aloud. If you’ve ever carried the weight alone,… Continue reading

    ALONE | A Place to Belong
  • Essence of Her

    She is fierce as lightning & gentle as dew. Essence of Her is a poetic journey through the contradictions & beauty of womanhood—untamed yet still, bold yet meek. This poem honors the invisible power women carry, the softness they give,… Continue reading

    Essence of Her
  • Always Here|Tug-a-war

    Originally published in 2018, this raw poem captures the heartache of being dependable, overlooked, and used up. “Always Here | Tug-a-war” explores what happens when love turns into self-sacrifice and crosses into martyrdom. A powerful reminder to value your worth,… Continue reading

    Always Here|Tug-a-war