I just wanted to say thank you for your lovely comments positive words and vibes. I wrote the journal entry/blog when comming out of a frustrated ‘state’ I reflected and try to evaluate what it is I kept on doing t – you know that thing that works for a while then breaks down and suddenly I am looking at the begining of the circle. I knew I had to break the cycle but hardest of all – I had to take a long hard look at myself to see where my behaviour came from and how it had evolved into a ‘truth tale’ that I used to beat myself down with. The notion of STRENGTH can potentially be so flawed and if we are not careful we will fall -strong or – die strong but oh no not me as soon as I recognised my behaviour (which took many years)I have challenged my ways opted out – it takes work believe – and I tell you my ‘new strengths’ feel great.

I think women, black women in particular, have taken on the mantle of ‘we have to be tough and strong’ when we are just as vulnerable as the next woman or man. I am tired of being ‘strong’ – what does that mean anyway? If it means trudging forward with a heavy load on my shoulders then no thanks. I think I will pause along the road and think of a way to chuck away some of the unnecessary baggage in my backpack that was either given to me or I have picked up along the way. Pausing is good. Reflecting is good. Making decisions for myself based on my own needs are the only positive way forward and I give myself permission to be me. Strong Black Woman? Too cliched and one-dimensional for me.

Great post and I like your new design – very fresh and easy on the eye!
Zee.