Today, I am okay....

With a roller coaster of emotions consuming my thoughts today, I just wanted to make it clear that I am okay.

Today I am okay....

Because I woke up with a smile on my face.

Because a room full of classmates trusted one another enough to share their personal stories of struggle, no longer making us strangers.

Because I stood in front of the room, knowing I could share my scars without judgement or criticism.

Because tears were shed to show others that we truly care.

Because I allowed myself to vulnerable.

Because I was so moved by the experiences my classmates have gone through and felt comfortable enough to share.

Because someone very important to me reminded me that my most attractive quality is that I am an unbelievably strong female in more ways than one.

Because humor dried away my tears after an extremely emotional Saturday class.

Because the raw emotion I shared was equally matched by my peers.

Because I realized my past is not nearly as bad as it could have been.

Because I understand that I have been shaped by my family and would not change that for anything in this world.

Because my Master's program is by far the most AMAZING program offered at UNLV and I am blessed to be a part of it.

Because I get to spend the rest of my day with the most incredible people anyone could ever ask to be surrounded by.

Because I have the freedom to share my story with whoever I chose.

Because I can truly say I am proud of the person I have become and excited to see the person I will be.

Because an old picture of my nephews warmed my heart like no other.

Because I feel loved.

Because I am alive.



Today, I am okay...... and I'm okay with that.





"I know God will not give me anything I cannot handle. I just wish he didn't trust me so much."
- Mother Teresa