Tag Archives: #SharingHope

Moving the Grief

I just participated in a Grief Yoga practice with Paul Denniston for Mother’s Day. The beauty of this practice is that you move the pain. As a Mother myself, I never want to purposely harm my own children. Yet, what … Continue reading

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Glimmers Of Hope

I truly enjoyed the NAMI Southwest Ohio Walk for Mental Health earlier today. It was amazing to see so many people turn out. I volunteered at the NAMI information table. I had an opportunity to meet new people and see … Continue reading

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Join Us For NAMI WALKS

Today is the big day! NAMI Southwest OH WALKS for mental health awareness and advocacy! We are gathering today from 9-1 at Sawyer Point Park, 705 E. Pete Rose Way, Cincinnati, OH 45202 Mental Health For All! Let’s stamp out … Continue reading

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Happy Heavenly Birthday Gina!

Beloved Gina, So much has changed since your transition a year ago. Our baby girl has grown by leaps and bounds! Christy is quite a little princess! She loves to wear dresses! Especially the ones that stand out so she … Continue reading

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Better Is Coming!

“Better Is Coming, Mama!” Thank you Destin for reminding me of this many years ago. We were going through a rough time then. But the wisdom of my daughter propelled me to keep going. The song, I’ve Got A Testimony, … Continue reading

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Celebrating!!

I have been leading support groups off and on for the past 18 years. I really like the model that the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) uses for their support groups! The Connections Support Groups are for individuals diagnosed … Continue reading

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Celebrating Life

I am so thankful for the opportunities I have had to celebrate life! My beautiful and dear friend and sister, Kittie Lynn Dunn-Thomas, truly lived a life worth celebrating. I am so thankful for my brother Earl driving us to … Continue reading

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Yet I Am Holding On!

It has been a whirlwind of emotions for me over the past several days. One of my dearest childhood friends made her transition to the Ancestral Realm on Thursday afternoon. Kittie Lynn Dunn Thomas will truly be missed. Kittie and … Continue reading

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Bowed Down, But Not Taken Out!

It was 20 years ago in April of 2004 that I had to retire as a public school Business and Marketing Educator because of an injury I sustained to my back and pelvic girdle. I was not ready to go! … Continue reading

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Joyful Moments

It’s amazing how life can throw so many curve balls. But we have to look at the positive moments along the way to bring us joy and peace. It’s important to look for glimmers of joy throughout your day. I … Continue reading

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