As a Black Christian woman whose ancestors endured slavery, the great depression, and the crack epidemic, I feel like the Floridian we all mock on the news for sheltering in place during a category-five hurricane. I'm not going anywhere or burying my head in the sand. On the contrary, I'm using my voice to raise awareness of what's happening worldwide and brainstorm solutions.

All the experiences God led me through drew me closer to His love and formed me into someone who better reflected His image. I've learned many lessons about who I am, how to take accountability, who to trust, when to be quiet, how to love, and how to move forward.