• Breaking Barriers

    Thanksgiving Even in the Simple Things

    The other day I was at a meeting, we were sharing what we were thankful for and one lady said, “I’m thankful for the life and the ability to use the restroom on my own.” I wasn’t expecting that response, but it made me think. So often we focus on the things we do not have or cannot do but what if we couldn’t do the things that we can do. Something as simple as using the restroom can be taken for granted, but there are many that cannot do it for themselves. So on this day of thanksgiving let us not forget the simple things such as using the…

  • Breaking Barriers

    I know What Love Feels Like!

    It’s nothing like taking a stroll down memory lane; for some this brings about good memories, while for others, not so good memories. I had the opportunity to go home this past weekend. I was able to spend time with my family and enjoyed every bit of it. I went to my home church on Sunday, and as I enjoyed the service I looked around and was in awe! I could really feel the love in that room. I began to think of how blessed I am, I know what love feels like. While home, I felt the love of family, friends, and my church family. It was a wonderful…