It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see. - Anonymous Our eyes are a set of organs that is indispensable to having an independent life. It gives us the ability to care for others and ourselves. It gives us the ability to admire all of God’s creativity in nature. All the while... Continue Reading →
Oooooops! Seems like I’m going to be late. I missed the train.
Have you ever seen or heard of someone’s accomplishment, you are filled with joy for them and congratulate them, Then all of the sudden a wave of sadness fills your heart. This sudden emotion is not bringing out in the open any inner jealousy or envy. It is just a reminder of the restraints, the... Continue Reading →
The Ugly Me
Have you ever stood in front of the mirror and BAM out of nowhere you feel UGLY? Really, You haven’t? Hmm! Well, I have. And it sucks! I’ve looked in the mirror cringing at how I look. For as long as I can remember people always called me “ugly.” Sometimes, it wouldn’t affect me but... Continue Reading →
Please Keep It
Throwing things away is quite therapeutic. It is refreshing. It is like a new start, a breath of fresh air. We throw away ripped jeans, (well… not in this era) but, old shoes, old books, leftovers. We dispose of used things and damaged things. Then… there are some things that we need that we disappointingly... Continue Reading →
If I Can Only Be Like YOU
I went to Bloomingdales and purchased Coco Chanel Mademoiselle Parfum. It smells oh soooo good. Aside from being a shoe-aholic, I am a perfume enthusiast. If a lady is going to wear that little black dress accompanied with a nice pair of shoes, she is going to need a fragrance to compliment it. That is... Continue Reading →
Marie Lucille Azor – Stronger With Her
I’ve had a blast talking about 29 women who have had some great influences in my life. It is absolutely refreshing to know these ladies, the ones near and far. I look to them for inspirations, prayers, laughs and to carve out memories. As I close the curtain on the #StrongerWithHer Highlight, I couldn’t exclude... Continue Reading →
It CANNOT Wait
“Never postpone YOUR vision waiting on help.” – Trent Shelton You got ONE life to live. One Dream to pursue. One You, to make it happen. Everything else will fall into place in the opportune time. What are you waiting for to go for it? A million dollars? A friend? An invitation? Help? Your dreams... Continue Reading →
Deborah Lindor – Stronger with Her
It is often said, “behind every great man is a great woman.” Deborah has proven this to be so true. She demonstrates it oh so well. As her husband, Jeff has become one of the most influential men in our community she has tirelessly worked behind the scenes to help build this legacy. She makes... Continue Reading →
Lissa Matthieu – Stronger with Her
Elegance Extraordinaire! Modesty Overload! Are what come to mind when I think of Lissa. But, before I knew her as such, I knew her as a singer and praise and worship leader. We sadly live in a society where beauty is defined by all of our physical adornments, 20-inch bundles, pearls, Mac Ruby Woo lippie,... Continue Reading →
Mymose Connor – Stronger with Her
I met her in her womb. She is my mom, beautiful inside and out. When she walked in the room there was this vivaciousness that she had. She was graced with great panache and elegance. She was indeed, “une femme avec classe.” She had this thing about her that I thought was quite bizarre, she... Continue Reading →
M. Skye Holly – Stronger with Her
Looking at M. Skye from afar you will immediately detect her peaceful demeanor. She is a woman of few words… until you get to know her. She is quite an eloquent speaker who loves to talk to people. Upon every interaction with her, you will discover the amount of benevolence and sapience stored within her,... Continue Reading →
Danielle Gerestan – Stronger With Her
Moving to the United States was emotionally difficult for me. Being bullied all my teenage years, I dreaded starting over here in the U.S. Then I met Danielle just a couple of days after moving here. She's my very first friend and one of the best blessings that I received. I have yet to find... Continue Reading →
Manouchka Charles – Stronger With Her
Manouchka is everyone’s little sister; she’s good-natured, good-humored and good-hearted. She is teachable, musically tuned and loves people. As she led worship at the Well, I couldn’t help but notice her fire for God. Her decisions revolved around the plans that God has set for her. Moving to Miami was one of these decisions. If... Continue Reading →
As a Woman’s heart is, so is she
Do you remember the series of commercials, “What’s in your wallet?” I really enjoyed them. It has put things into perspective for me. The lesson that I amassed from it is that what’s in one’s wallet is important. Maybe it is an American Express, a Discover card, Visa or MasterCard, maybe it is just a... Continue Reading →
Tahisha Solages – Stronger with Her
I got a call one day, “turn on the TV to The Chew.” There was Tahisha, on air with so much life, excitement and confidence. She was in her element, doing what she loves, cooking, interacting with people and entertaining them. It was Creole Spicy Wings on the menu at The Chew that day. She... Continue Reading →
Stephanie Antoine – Stronger With Her
We often cite 1 Samuel 15:22, “obedience is greater than sacrifice.” But in the life of Stephanie they happen to co-exist. Her obedience is her sacrifice. After tying the knot with her husband Marc, she relocates to Haiti to stand by him as they labor in the Kingdom of God. This exhibits sympathy, selflessness, submission,... Continue Reading →
Sophia Brutus – Stronger with Her
At the age of 21 Sophia tied the knot with Jonathan. Sometime after that, during Hurricane Sandy, their home got flooded and they lost everything. At the age of 23 she graduates with her Doctorate degree in Pharmacy. This is quite an achievement. All the while being a daughter, sister, friend. Furthermore, she was active... Continue Reading →
Marlie Victor – Stronger with Her
As serene as Marlie is, she is a powerhouse. Her fervency in prayer gets God’s attention every time. One of the biggest emotions that Jesus ever shown was when “He wept.” This happened because He witnessed Mary, Lazarus’ sister, the woman who lavished His feet with her hair and oil, was broken. She loved Jesus... Continue Reading →
Anne Garçon – Stronger With Her
She is Anne to most, Mrs Garçon to some. But, to me, she is “SuperMom.” Prior to her becoming my SuperMom, I used to see her in our community functions. I loved attending Good Shepherd’s Youth Revival, a church pastored by her father. They had the best choir. For every revival, Anne would write a... Continue Reading →
Miriam Legrand – Stronger With Her
Life alone can be quite melancholic, boring and even painful. However with people like Miriam, life becomes utterly jubilant. She is that plus (+) sign that adds to peoples’ lives equaling it (=) to something positive. I admire her kindness and generosity. She keeps on giving. She keeps on adding. Then, there is Miriam’s candor,... Continue Reading →
Tabitha Brown – Stronger With Her
An invitation into her kitchen is always full of food, fun and faith. Tabitha’s life journey is a gold mine. As she cooks, wisdom and advice are being deposited in the lives of any who chooses to listen. It hasn’t always been easy for her. She’s had her fair share of failures, disappoints, heartaches and... Continue Reading →
I Don’t Want to Hear it
Let me tell you what my friend Jane told me just yesterday. But a little backstory, She’s been married to John for 15 years and together they have five kids. Three of them are my goddaughters. Now, fast forward to what she told me yesterday. She loves her husband but… the bliss has died and... Continue Reading →
Katherine Duplessis – Stronger With Her
Our encounter began in South Shore High School. I was a misfit. She hung out with the “cool kids.” Typically, the “cool kids” are always deemed to be mean and bullies. That was not the case for Katherine. She was the congenial cool kid, very friendly and always had a happy expression on her face.... Continue Reading →
K. Jacky Jean – Stronger With Her
Jacky is a “pretty awesome human being” as she loves to remind me. Frankly, no reminder is needed as her benevolent character speaks on her behalf. She loves people and loves to spend time with them. It is quite a rare hobby for someone to have, given that technology has made it attainable to have... Continue Reading →
Nancy Colas Gaillard – Stronger With Her
Did you know that Nancy used to be a make-up artist with her sister Cynthia? I met her over a decade ago when I used to model for the Lakay Entertainment’s fashion show. Nancy and her sister would do the make-up for all the models. She is an amicable, cheerful soul with a bubbly personality.... Continue Reading →
Fabiola Jean – Stronger With Her
As long as I can remember Fabiola has always desired being a media maven. It was something she talked about all the time. Especially when our friendship was beginning, we used to be train buddies in the morning on our way to work. Our conversation varied from goals, men, marriage, church and much more. It... Continue Reading →
Brunna Sejour – Stronger With Her
Multi-talented, multi-degreed and multi-fashioned are Brunna’s black belt. There is something gracious about her. Her sophistication, serenity and soft-spoken manner appraise her as a good-natured woman. She has a cultivated beauty. She has a degree in Mathematics, Accounting and fashion designing. She is a praise dance Extraordinaire. You go girl! Currently, she added ballet to... Continue Reading →
Ruth Cazena-Cesar – Stronger with Her
I’ve been a pupil of Ruth since 2004 and she doesn’t know it. Her actual classroom is where she trades jail cells for books. This is the place where she is changing and saving lives of kids. This year, her and her husband Samuel gave birth to their first child CJ. While she is on... Continue Reading →
Winnie Pierre – Stronger with Her
We are often ecstatic when we look at our harvest, the fruits that are on our tree. But, we generally forget that there wouldn’t be any harvest if there weren’t any sowers. Winnie is a sower. For over a decade, she has been sowing seeds in my life. She’s an epitome of what a woman... Continue Reading →
This Woman
This woman… This woman is full of essence This woman is full of brilliance This woman is full of radiance This woman is full of confidence There is something about her, this woman… it’s her allure This woman is full of beauty This woman is full of modesty This woman is full of creativity This... Continue Reading →
Celeste Charles – Stronger with Her
As Celeste stands in front of the pulpit at my church on a Wednesday night leading worship, she stops to share one of her most painful life events. She talks openly about a miscarriage and the brokenness she had. This was a devastating time for her and her husband Terrence. She shared about the emotional... Continue Reading →
Stacy Cesar – Stronger with Her
Compassion seeps out of Stacy’s pores. I recall when she first encountered Jesus. She would bring her notebook to Sunday school and she would transcribe everything that was deserving of being remembered. She was parched for Jesus. The more she learned about Jesus, the bigger her heart got. That’s what I admire about Stacy. She... Continue Reading →
Stephanie Jean Philippe – Stronger With Her
It all started with praise dance rehearsals of about 5 of us ladies. Followed by feasting on Chinese food with girl talk and jokes. It was then it started, it, the inspiration. Stephanie is quite an affable person, always smiling, always dancing. However, life wasn’t always a walk around the park for her. She went... Continue Reading →
Jennifer Sam – Stronger with Her
Creativity is the red viscous fluid that flows through Jennifer’s blood vessels. She is either entertaining people, playwriting, or playing with children. She is always encircled by children, no exaggeration. She is a preschool educator on weekdays. In the evening she goes home to care for her husband, Gerry and her two children, Geremiah and... Continue Reading →
Ndidi Nwagbara – Stronger with Her
Azzure brought Ndidi home one day, ecstatic because he has finally found the lady - the one that would be his perfect fit. We discovered that she was an aspiring microbiologist. Being a science major myself, I supported her and quickly bonded with her. A couple of years later, there was a sudden change in... Continue Reading →
Paulana Lamonier – Stronger with Her
Paulana has shades on her face, red lipstick well applied, a car full of fuel and is ready for the road to success. She will be "live in three, two, one." I met her in 2015 through our friend Michael Joseph. The first thing that stood out about her was her vivaciousness. Around her there... Continue Reading →
Stronger Together
“It’s possible to climb to the top without stomping on other people.” - Taylor Swift In lieu of my #StrongerWithHer posts this month, I would like to create stronger camaraderie amongst the women in my community by issuing this piece. Camaraderie among women of all backgrounds, ethnicities, race and age is much needed. It is... Continue Reading →
Kabrea Thomas – Stronger with Her
I attended an event last year called Women who Inspire Women. Kabrea was one of the vendors there. She is the Founder of Fashionably Yours and Signature Scents by Hand. She is a fashion and fragrance expert. She helps professionals learn how to stand out and feel confident in what they wear and how they... Continue Reading →
Myranda Barreau – Stronger With Her
Myranda’s laugh can be heard about two miles away. No better way to start this highlight about her. Her bubbly personality stands out very well. There is a genuineness about her that magnetizes people to her. One of her most valuable virtues is humility. She wears it well and this allows her to always see... Continue Reading →
Clean It Out
Winter is over and spring is here! We’ve been waiting for this season to arrive. It is time to get rid of the heavy coats, the Uggs boots. Time to put away the bulkiest sweater. Oh! It is time to clean out your handbag too. You know what handbag I’m talking about. The one that... Continue Reading →
Boaz is Looking for Ruth
It is often mentioned that all women are waiting to meet their Boaz. He is both a prince charming and a knight in shinning armor. He is coming to sweep every lady off her feet. Betroth her and live happily ever after. Here is a disclaimer; Boaz is NOT for every woman. I’m not... Continue Reading →
Caution! Your Mouth is LOADED
“Sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me.” This is probably one of the most fraudulent quotes I’ve seen. There is absolutely no truth in it. I would like to ask the author, “How many times have sticks and stones broke your bones?” Seeing that words can be really hurtful... Continue Reading →
Perfection is an Illusion
Perfection is an illusion. The sooner we can grasp this life changing verifiable truth, the sooner we can all live happily ever after. All my life I was made fun off because my nose is fairly too round and too big to be classified as a nose. As a teenager, this caused somewhat a mental... Continue Reading →
The Creeping Kryptonite
“What would you do if you weren’t afraid”- Sheryl Sandberg A myriad of people have been crippled by their kryptonite, that ultimate weakness that is miniaturizing their life: FEAR. We aren’t born with it yet it slowly creeps up in our lives. Fear is like untreated hypertension. The warning signs are disguised and long before... Continue Reading →
About Him
Lots of people have heard of him. They’ve heard me talked about him on numerous occasions. Him and I met and talked a few times. I was not interested. But it was clear that He liked me. He was showing a lot of interest in me. But I always shied away. Our best conversation took... Continue Reading →
Remember Lazarus
Last week, I got news that a friend of mine, Manouchka Charles, got into a serious car accident in Mexico and is in critical conditions. Family and friends here in the U.S. are frantic and we feel helpless. However, there is an overflow of love on our social media platforms. We are posting pictures, status... Continue Reading →
We are Melaninaire
We are Melaninaires I love the skin that I’m in. It is beautiful and rich in melanin. Undeterred by how some people may feel about it, I will rock it until the day I breathe no more. Still, there are many women who don’t love the color of their skin because the media tells them... Continue Reading →
Greener Grass
Greener Grass For those of you who’ve been looking over my fence and desiring my grass, let me take this time to be completely honest with you. My grass ISN’T always green. You just conveniently caught it at a good time. If anyone tells you their grass is ALWAYS green, don’t believe them. What they... Continue Reading →
#FailureMatters
Quite an unorthodox title, but, allow me to explain. Goalcast, a motivational website, has these amazingly inspiring stories of people who have had BIG failures that paved way for great triumphs. People like Thomas Edison, Tyler Perry, Jack Ma and so many more. In last week’s post I wrote, “There will be days when failure... Continue Reading →
Shield for the Fiery Days
It’s only been three weeks since we rang in 2018. You are probably still fueled and devoted to the newness, a move forward, and to building healthier habits. But be vigilant so you do not to fall into the same routines that you had before. You will run into different seasons in this New Year... Continue Reading →
The Hardest Thing for People To Do
The Hardest Thing for People To Do It’s not love. It’s not remembering. It’s not being kind. It’s not being patient. It’s not saying, "I'm sorry." But it is Forgiving!!! Have you ever held a grudge? Are you currently holding one? More often than not, I hear stories of victims refusing to grant pardon to... Continue Reading →
2018
A considerable number of us have been waiting for January 1st. Waiting to bring into existence this “New Me” that everyone has been looking forward to. We are all programmed to wait on this day in order to bring the much-needed change, the New Year resolutions. Everyone all around the world are full of excitement,... Continue Reading →
Woman, You’re Priceless
Have you ever purchased a diamond earring or diamond anything for $50? Yeah! Me neither. I’m a professional shopaholic. I’m currently thinking of attending an SAA (Shopaholic Anonymous) meeting. I constantly find my closet stocked with brand new clothing, many of which still have the tags on it, and have been sitting in my... Continue Reading →
It’s the Holidays. The Devil is Working Overtime
Boredom and busyness are stripping people of their power and they don’t even know it. Boredom is like a moth, eating away at the enthusiasm and life of those who possess it. Being that we are in the technology epoch, when boredom strikes hard, we devote ourselves to social networks. We are instagramming, tweeting or... Continue Reading →
Dear Innermy
Why do you listen to what people say about you? Whether they are true or false? Their words don’t validate you. They don’t pay your bills and they definitely did not endure nail-pierced hands for you. Don’t you know that when you heed to the naysayers, you are weakening your supernatural powers? Negative people and... Continue Reading →
Broken Crayons
“We are all a little broken. But last time I checked, broken crayons still color the same.” Trent Shelton Having something of value break is quite a familiar experience to many. Whether it’s a broken plate, an iPhone screen, an umbrella or a broken “self.” Anything that is broken is rarely suited to fulfill its function.... Continue Reading →