Michelle In The Community

🌅    Sunrise in the 90045 In LA's golden light, I rise with dreams, Three daughters weave my story's threads. D'Shelle, Emmalee, and Vonyae in foster care's embrace, Each face a chapter in my heart's space. Mother for Change, that's my call, From separation to reunification's gentle call. In quiet nights, with words I'll share, I'll craft stories that echo Love beyond air. Healthy bites, like salmon's gentle kiss, Recipes of hope in every bliss. Explore Life Skills guides my way, With Skills for Life Boutique, I'll seize the day. Yellow sunsets whisper peace to me, A 48-year journey, still finding glee. This is my tale of grit and gentle might, A mom, a dreamer, in morning's golden light 💛.

This post is inspired by the L.A. Care webinar on Pulmonary Hypertension from Diagnosis to Treatment, presented by Dr. Dael Geft on Thursday, February 26, 2026. Introduction: Living with pulmonary hypertension requires more than just doctor's visits and medication. Managing symptoms and improving quality of life happens at home. Here are some tips for emotional well-being, physical comfort, nutrition , and more. Sometimes our posture is overwhelmed by our lack of a chair, a bed, or even housing – chronic aches and pains can become unbearable and get in the way of breathing. If you are tense because of an ache, or aching because of tension and hypertension and high blood pressure, there are ways to overcome what feels like total pain and start to feel healthy and relief. I. Emotional Well-being 1. Stress Management Techniques: Try relaxation methods like deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, or visualization to calm your mind and body. 2. Mindfulness and Meditation: Explo...

Update: Heard back from Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove regarding my concerns about DCFS! She appreciates my commitment to the community and invites me to stay in touch.  #DCFSReform #CommunityFirst

Hi everyone, just wanted to share my AdSense approval journey. I recently got denied, but I'm not giving up! Each blog post is a step closer to approval.   Listen to the full episode on Spotify.

Courthouse Chronicles: Checking In and Speaking Out Just checked in at the courthouse and learned they don't call out names without checking in. Glad I asked!  While waiting, I reflected on my journey as a mother and advocate.  What are your experiences with the courthouse or advocacy? Share in the comments!

LA County Supervisors claim to care about immigrant families, but actions speak louder than words.  Article Summary: Supervisors approved aid for immigrant families after ICE raids- Claimed raids targeted parking lots, workplaces, schools. Said hospitals and clinics saw rising no-shows due to fear. Directed departments to increase virtual services and awareness programs. My Thoughts: Are they truly helping or just covering their tracks after harming families like mine through DCFS? Link to article:  https://abc7.com/post/los-angeles-county-supervisors-approve-aid-plan-immigrant-families-socal-ice-raids/17029107/ 

Our Father, who art in heaven, Hallelujah be thy name thy kingdom come thy will be done on.       As it is in heaven Give us this day our daily bread, And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive.     those who trespass against us And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from.  evil For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, For ever and ever. Amen.