I know, it has been a while since you’ve heard from me. Life kinda gets in the way, priorities shift and things change. Ladies, I’ve certainly thought of you several times over the past few months, wondering how you were coping during this pandemic. This has been a season of fertile ground for loneliness, depression… Continue reading Give Thanks
Author: saythatgirl!
Fatherless Daughter Advocate | Minister | Wounded Healer
Helping fatherless daughters redefine who they are beyond their fatherlessness, reclaim their value and worth, and rewrite a new narrative for their lives.
While I Can Still Breathe
A response to George Floyd's murder Tuesday night, I just stared at the thumbnail, never drumming up enough courage to tap the arrow and watch the video that has garnered America’s attention. But it wasn’t just a thumbnail, it was the image of a helpless black man taking his final breaths while a white officer’s… Continue reading While I Can Still Breathe
A Tribute to Kobe and Salute to #GirlDads
I had just awakened from a nap, then reached over and grabbed my phone to check the time and, of course, Facebook. After a scroll I saw photos of Kobe Bryant with very few words, but words that alerted me that something wasn’t right. I kept scrolling and read this headline: "Kobe Bryant Dead, Killed… Continue reading A Tribute to Kobe and Salute to #GirlDads
Rebuilding from Ground Zero
How to Pick Up the Pieces After a Downfall Today is 9/11. For most us, 20 years ago 9/11 was just another date, but that changed in 2001 after two Boeing 767s plowed into the Twin Towers in New York City. Those buildings graced the skyline of New York City for nearly 30 years and… Continue reading Rebuilding from Ground Zero
Preaching a Father’s Day Message When You’re Fatherless
My first Father's Day Sermon It’s not often I pat myself on the back, but last Sunday I did. I’m sure most pastors spend time after Sunday morning worship accessing the service, including their sermon. I do it every week and I usually find something that I could’ve or should’ve done differently. Last Sunday was… Continue reading Preaching a Father’s Day Message When You’re Fatherless
Take Responsibility for Your Emotional Healing
I love a good quote and I post one every now and then on social media, be it Facebook or Instagram. Most of them I come across while scrolling, others just come to mind. Today, I came across this one: "You have to heal the broken child in you so the healthy adult can grow.”… Continue reading Take Responsibility for Your Emotional Healing
Issa Lie
How to Break Down the Wall Around Your Heart We’re probably all guilty of trying to make ourselves believe what we wish were true. You know, it’s trendy these days to say we’re unbothered, yet we’re camouflaging the reality that something is ailing us, be it family or job issues, spiritual or financial concerns, or… Continue reading Issa Lie
The Cognitive Effect of Fatherlessness
On this Throwback Thursday, I thought I'd share a post I wrote for another blog back in 2014. Some of you may remember this one, but for most of you, this will be your first time reading this. As I was thinking through some ideas this week, I thought about how a father's void affects… Continue reading The Cognitive Effect of Fatherlessness
Getting in Gear for 2019
Hello, ladies, and happy New Year! I know it has been a while since you’ve heard from me personally, but hey, life happens. Trust me, I haven't been idle. Since October, I’ve transitioned into pastoring (Whoa, did I just say that?) and the role, of course, comes with responsibilities that take away from the “free… Continue reading Getting in Gear for 2019
How to Cope with the Holidays
May Your Holidays Be Happy And Fulfilling! By Tanya E. Bolton Guest Columnist The holidays can be difficult for many people, especially those who have lost loved ones, are experiencing financial strain, lack a supportive family or peer network, or are coping with medical problems. Here are a few ways to make the holidays a… Continue reading How to Cope with the Holidays
Say That, Girl! 