Introducing myself and my journal: Butterflies in my Horizon

About Me:
I am a creative spirit a poet by heart not occupation, I am a fighter for others who remain silent or those who forget to speak( at times) I am influential because I have something more to give beyond personal credentials or scope. I am influenced by life and I learn from YOU daily, I am a Rape survivor and Certified Sexual Assault Advocate, a mother of two, a sister, aunt,cousin, friend to many,significant other to one, believer in self-undoing and loving yourself first because how you treat you can be manifested onto others.

My Passions:
children, women, minorities, arts, poetry,the homeless,writing, music,ending sexual violence( all forms)

My Challenges:
overcoming the stereotype of single mothers, finding ways to show the world that former victims(all types)are just that- we live,create,love beyond our circumstance

My Vision for the Future:
a safe haven for indivduals to grow and build without ridicule, shame or consequence

My Areas of Expertise:
advocacy,group building,community outreach,personal coaching