As a Counselor and Coach, there have been times that I wasn’t sure if I was making an impact in my community, but the last few weeks have proven me wrong. Nations of Coaches awarded me the 2023 Herman Robinson Character Coach Award for my excellent service. Along with serving the men’s and women’s basketballContinue reading “Obedience Pays”
Tag Archives: Purpose
Clarity Restored
It’s a new day with new opportunities if we are willing to do NEW things. I realized today that much of what I did during the last quarter of 2022 had to do with manifesting the plan of those I work with, more than the original intent for my life. I’m not complaining about whatContinue reading “Clarity Restored”
It’s a New Season
While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night, shall not cease. (Genesis 8:22) Welcome to a New Season! Many, like me, are excited to welcome the Fall, as it’s a time of vibrant color, changing scenarios, releasing, reaping, and planning. Spiritually speaking, Fall represents the harvest time of year.Continue reading “It’s a New Season”
It’s Bigger Than You
“On May 16th, 2022, Irene Ngobi led us to Namutumba, deep down in the village about 84km outside of Jinja town, to reach out to the teenage mothers who were devasted with life. Most of these teenage mothers are between ages 13 and 17. They dropped out of school for several reasons, one being aContinue reading “It’s Bigger Than You”
CONSISTENTCY
With so much changing in our society today, it’s hard to imagine the concept of consistency. As challenging as it may seem, this is a season where being consistent in pursuing purpose is paramount. What does it mean to be consistent? According to Oxford Languages, it’s defined as, “acting or done in the same wayContinue reading “CONSISTENTCY”
The ROAR
by Nina Williams Not because I had no voice Not because I couldn’t hold a conversation Not because I was shy, I didn’t know that I had purpose. I didn’t’ know that the Holy Spirit resided in me, I didn’t understand that God had a plan for my life. But oh, how things have changed!Continue reading “The ROAR”
Women’s History Month
What an honor to be amongst these phenomenal worldwide women! Someone asked me, “How did you get on that list?”. I almost took offense but then began to chuckle as I responded, “I’m good like that!” ☺️ The truth is, I was honored to be on this list because I showed up! This issue focusesContinue reading “Women’s History Month”
Where Is Home?
There is a quote that says, “Home is Where the Heart is” but based on many relationships I’m seeing, I’m not sure where home is. Home is defined by Oxford Language, “as a place one lives, an institution for people needing professional care, or aimed toward with great accuracy”. What I’m seeing as the newContinue reading “Where Is Home?”
Can I Get a Refill
Greetings to each of you! I am hopeful that you’re having a purposeful day, with plans for an intentional future. Today, I’m sharing my personal lament! I need a REFILL! I know someone is saying, “Valerie, you’re not alone”, while others may be chuckling at the thought. Trust me, it doesn’t matter what side ofContinue reading “Can I Get a Refill”
Reality Check
Who am I? Have you ever asked yourself that question? I hope I’m not the only one. I know who I am honestly, but these last few days have prompted me to have another Reality Check. I had a self-love conversation with myself, and the first question was, “What if…..?”. That question triggered thoughts ofContinue reading “Reality Check”
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