About | SGRLALives

The Good

Through all my life, even in darkness, there was much good from the beginning until now. These are the beautiful moments that shaped who I am.

Pizza & Family

My earliest pleasant memory is when my parents worked together at a pizzeria. It was a beautiful example of a couple working in harmony, supporting each other, having fun together. When they separated and took different jobs, that happiness seemed to fade. But it taught me the power of partnership and shared purpose.

Beautiful Days

Days at the park, the fair, the beach, cookouts—surrounded by loved ones. These weren't just days; they were lessons. The perfect temperature, longevity, sun rays, calm winds, freedom of understanding, and the grace of love from others. Each taught me that there's One who deserves credit for all of it. People come and go, but He is eternal.

Fireworks in Atlanta

July 4, 2011 at Centennial Olympic Park. The only time I saw fireworks shot 360 degrees around you—fireworks all around. It took incredible teamwork to orchestrate. Then God added thunder and lightning to the show. It rained after we left on the train. A moment I'll never forget.

The Bad

My vivid memories are often the difficult ones. But they've become my greatest teachers. From my childhood to relationships, I've learned hard lessons about identity, choices, and redemption.

Early Mistakes

I can remember myself at 3 years old, trying to sneak peach cobbler from the fridge at night. I got caught. It's amazing how quickly a child learns disobedience. But that memory stayed with me—a reminder that everything we do has consequences, even at that age.

Losing Innocence

At 4 years old, I had a thoughtless idea that led to the death of my family dog, Bandit. That day, I was introduced to death itself. My parents' divorce followed shortly after. Something in me changed. I cherished life differently, but something crucial was still missing.

Identity Crisis & Relationships

Growing up, I stood for whatever my friends stood for because I didn't know who I was. Without a stable foundation, I made ignorant decisions in relationships. I lacked conviction and direction. This affected my identity formation, my friendships, and my ability to commit to anything meaningful.

The Ugly

The parts I'm not proud of—the iniquities, the struggles, the moments I hurt others and myself. But even here, redemption is possible.

Exposure to Darkness

I was exposed to many ideologies—some harmful, some misguided. Without understanding my true design and purpose, I absorbed what others gave me. But deep down, I knew there was an identity within me—a design I hadn't yet discovered or met. That feeling of incompleteness drove much of my struggle.

Broken Covenants & Abuse

Broken promises from people I trusted wounded me deeply. Both intentional and unintentional harm left marks. What we are exposed to eventually reflects in how we treat others. I inherited flawed beliefs and passed on hurt. For that, I ask forgiveness from those I've hurt.

Iniquities & Transformation

"Bad company corrupts good character." Growing up, despite wanting to be different, I retained destructive elements. But then came the turning point: "But God..." Jesus fixed what was broken. True revelation comes from understanding that His love redefines everything about who I am and who I can become.

Moving Forward

When making commitments, make them from a level of spirit to soul. Life isn't just about the journey—it's about who you become along the way. Everyone needs somebody, but that somebody better include God. Otherwise, things will never truly work.

"Everybody in society today is striving for happiness, no matter the cost... True happiness is in the essence of Divine love."

The Complete Journey.