Peace, peace. My Little Sister, Big Sister, Sister-in-Law, and Soul Sister.
Maya Angelou said it best, “You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” Truly I have been through many struggles and suffered many pains. I’ve been homeless. I’ve lost my only child and almost lost me. At the time, I did not understand those seasons of turmoil. I kept asking, “God, why me?” And God always answered back, “Linda, if only you know the future, I’m preparing for you”.
You see, as a Teacher, Mentor, Organizer, Leader, Change-Agent, and Healer, because of my past life experiences I am now more effective in supporting and giving spiritual, mental, social, and economic guidance to parishioners and at-risk populations. Had it not been for the challenges I went through back then; I would not be able to help others improve their quality of life by appreciating the good and bad that life has to offer. But God!
My love of reading, writing, stories, and imagination really helped cultivate a mindful, still way of being,” which is and has been beneficiary for my journey of being healed and healing! I have found that music and storytelling are culturally relevant ways to connect Black and brown students with mindfulness.
