We grieve the things we can and cannot see. Grief is having or losing a baby, children, leaving home, saying hello to a new friend and goodbye to another, starting or finishing school, divorce, buying or losing a house, leaving, or starting a job, illness, and death. Have you ever loved someone or something and […]
Author: aprilkoliver
USDA Christmas Bizarre December 8, 2015
As 2015 slowly walks away, we all have gone through things that are embarrassing and we do not want to share. There are sensitive topics that need to come to the surface, to get help, to heal, and to move forward. Surround yourself around productive people. Have a prosperous 2016! Peace & Blessings
Transformation
Life takes some crazy turns. We love when the sun shines, yet we do not like the rain. When the rain comes … the grass grows. I am an example of growth from trials and tribulations. When a challenging situation knocks at your door … remember the sun will shine again. Hold that head up and continue […]
Breast Cancer Survivors Spa Day October 17, 2015
The breast cancer survivor’s spa is a day to celebrate survivors. Reverend Louise A. Battle has been cancer free for 8 years. This monster has no regard for color, sex, or religion and has no mercy. Please do a breast self-examination once a month, so that you are familiar with how your breasts look. If […]
Speak Up
Thou Shall Not introduces a short story called “Speak Up”, which will have you on the edge from the beginning to the end. Sexual abuse bombards Tegan & Sage’s lives and those around them. My story is included in “Speak Up”, which dug up so much pain that needed to be dealt with. This delicate, […]
USDA ESRA September 29, 2015
My story is someone else’s story.
Kaiser Permanente Capitol Hill Medical Center August 28, 2015
Welcomed with open arms at Kaiser Permanente. Thank you Sandy Romero & the Capitol Hill staff for your continued support! We speak on everyday realities in our writing that affect us all.
Each Day
Life has some challenging moments. As much as we would love to have a perfect life, this is not the way the story goes. Go above, around, or on the side in order to deal with your past. Surround yourself around positivity and turn your thoughts into action. Your action becomes your mission.
Live & Learn
Do not be ashamed of the things you have been through and do not be ashamed to be you. Talk about issues that have caused you pain and find ways to deal with them instead of avoidance. Embrace life with both hands.
Publishing Party Annie’s Art Gallery June 27, 2015
June 27, 2015, was amazing, my mother and I celebrated the publishing of our third book each. We appreciate each person that supported us, in the pouring rain. We shared the story behind our writing and how it will change your life.