Still seeing in the dark.

☕️ Morning Coffee Reflections 🎶 This morning, as I sat with my coffee and the sweet music filling the room, my heart felt just as colorful as what I’ve been seeing inside all week. Orange bursts, streaked with yellow, blending into a glowing reddish-orange — that’s what my happiness looks like. On Thursday, when I first got the call from my counselor at Bobby Dodd Institute, I was resting in bed. The news came like sunshine through a cloudy sky: DBHDD approved $1,500 for my hearing aids. Hearing aids have been my top priority, and to finally hear “yes” after waiting, praying, and hoping filled me with so much joy that the colors haven’t stopped dancing since. It doesn’t matter that I’ve been managing cramps or pushing through the ache in my tooth — this good news is stronger than all of that. Even while lying down, I couldn’t help but smile, knowing what this means for my future. I’ve shared laughs and encouragement through emails and voice clips with my best friend, Jenna, who’s...

☕️ Morning Thoughts Over Coffee 🎶 Every morning starts the same for me — a hot cup of coffee, the sweet ballads playing softly in the background, and my conversations with my best friend, Jenna Hildebrand. We talk through emails, voice clips on Messenger, and in our group chats. That’s part of my peaceful routine. But not everything has been peaceful lately. I realized Pam was still not blocked on my Facebook, and both she and Adam have been trying to reach me on Messenger — even calling me. I ignored them, and when she asked me to call her back, I still didn’t answer. Eventually, I blocked her because she had accused my best friend Jenna of sending nasty pictures to a man named Randy Lyons. As a disability advocate, I know better than to get caught up in drama. That’s not my purpose, and it’s not where my energy belongs. I have more important things to focus on — like my family, my faith, and my nephew. And that brings me to something I’ve been thinking about a lot lately. When ...

  Afternoon to Early Evening Reflection This afternoon, I felt a little weak, so I laid down for a while, listening to my stories on Modezzy. After that, I put on a little I Love Lucy on my Pluto TV app. While I was relaxing, my inner sight began something new— a yellow background with colorful sparks jumping around like sequins on a formal gown. Yellow, blue, white, orange, red, and green all sparkled together against that golden backdrop. It made me feel so good—such a joy to experience as a blind person. I also got some rest, which was much needed. Earlier, I’d enjoyed leftover shepherd’s pie for lunch, so my stomach was full and happy. All in all, I was a happy camper!

Over the past few weeks, creating Reels for my disability advocacy page has become more than just a hobby — it’s a part of my daily rhythm. Here are five reasons I love making them: 1. They’re short but powerful. Even in 15–30 seconds, you can share something that stays with someone all day. A smile, a verse, a kind word — sometimes less really is more. 2. They let me share my heart. Whether it’s scripture from my grandmother, a moment of morning coffee, or a thought about kindness, each Reel is a little piece of me sent out into the world. 3. They connect me with new people. It’s amazing how many friendships start with just one video. Someone might watch a Reel, leave a comment, and suddenly we’re having a real conversation. 4. They’re creative and fun. Picking music, choosing visuals, and deciding how to share a message keeps things fresh. It’s a chance to be artistic while staying true to my voice. 5. They spread light in small doses. Not everyone has time for a long post,...

If you’ve been following along on my disability advocacy page, you’ve probably noticed I’ve been sharing more Reels lately. They’ve become one of my favorite ways to connect with people — not just because they’re short and easy to watch, but because they’re a window into my world. Some Reels are simple, like me greeting everyone with a cheerful “Good morning” over my coffee, or sharing a peaceful moment with music playing in the background. Others carry something deeper — a scripture my grandmother has shared with our family, an encouraging thought for someone having a hard day, or a reminder to see the beauty in the small things. When I make a Reel, it’s not just about putting something on the screen. I think about how it will feel to the person watching. Will it make them smile? Will it give them comfort? Will it let them know they’re not alone? Sometimes the words are the heart of it, and sometimes the music carries the message all on its own. I’ve found that Reels are a great wa...

Good afternoon, dear friends. Today has been one of those slow, gentle mornings that I truly treasure. I woke up feeling calm, rested, and content. I spent most of the morning listening to stories on my phone, drifting in and out of little naps. It was peaceful — the kind of quiet rest that lets your mind wander and your heart settle. Before my mom left for work, we had our usual coffee time together with my stepdad. The music was soft and sweet in the background as we talked about small things, laughed about little moments, and simply enjoyed being together. Those times, even if they seem ordinary, are the kind of memories that stay with me. On top of that, I’ve been keeping up with my disability advocacy work. Lately, I’ve been posting more Reels — sometimes sharing scripture my grandmother passes along, other times capturing my coffee-time greetings or simple daily reflections. My goal is always to connect, to spread awareness, and to give encouragement in the middle of someone’s...

✨ When Clarity Burns Right now, I’m seeing something I can’t quite explain — a bright white light that carries heat with it. Not just a glow. Not just brightness. It’s intense. It’s alive. It almost burns. My eyes are feeling hot. Not in pain, but in pressure. It’s as if the light itself is touching me , not just lighting up the space around me. Sometimes light comes to comfort. But sometimes — like now — it comes with a kind of fire . 🔥 What Is This Light? Is it revelation? Is it purification? Is it a sign that something unseen is closer than I realize ? I don’t know. But I’m feeling it deeply. This isn’t a soft, golden, morning kind of light. This is the kind of light that makes you stop. Pause. Look inward. It’s not cold or distant. It’s not artificial. It’s pure . It’s pressing . And maybe that’s what I needed. 🌫️ Light Isn’t Always Easy We often talk about walking toward the light. But what happens when the light finds you — and it’s almost too much...