2021 · announcement · growth

A Call to Action

Interestingly enough, when I find myself with time, I always come back to writing and art.  Both of these activities are really at the core of how I organize my mind and express my thoughts and emotions.  My writing, in particular, is an expansion of the plans I have in life.  Typing out where I’ve… Continue reading A Call to Action

Podcast

It Doesn’t Matter Who You Are – An Interview with Actress and Nonprofit Leader Somy Ali

Somy Ali is a survivor, Bollywood actress, film producer, and founder of No More Tears, a nonprofit that works to free victims from domestic violence and human trafficking. Her personal story will captivate you, and her work with victims will inspire you. Somy’s interview spans the years and is a phenomenal story of how a… Continue reading It Doesn’t Matter Who You Are – An Interview with Actress and Nonprofit Leader Somy Ali

healing

Tired and Torn

It seems to be at thing now, that I start my posts saying “it’s been awhile since I last wrote.”  Well, it has been a while.  It is also a thing that I feel most compelled to write when I feel lousy.  Coincidence?  I don’t think so.  Writing helps me sort through the tirade of… Continue reading Tired and Torn

Coming Together

We Are One

Division. I see division all around me. Friends and families fighting over politics. People attacking one another on social media. Social groups fighting for the spotlight. Causes being thrown around as if they are the newest and best idea; as if their value is greater than the struggles of others. Division is everywhere and it… Continue reading We Are One

education

Lessons I’ve Learned In the Past Year

It has been almost one year since I left a stable, high paying job working for the Federal Government, took the savings I had, and started Forget Me Not Advocacy Group. For almost six months prior to this event, I worked hard to get the paperwork in order, obtain our 501(c)3 status, establish a Board, and… Continue reading Lessons I’ve Learned In the Past Year

domestic violence · Video

TEDxNSU – Rolling with the Punches: Be the Change That Knocks Out Domestic Violence

Speaking at TEDx was a wonderfully empowering experience.  Being a part of this event taught me a lot about myself, my voice, and reminded me just how far I have come in my healing.  It also showed me how many are open to hearing, listening, and learning.  Your story can heal!  Shine your light and… Continue reading TEDxNSU – Rolling with the Punches: Be the Change That Knocks Out Domestic Violence