Throughout the month of August, I was asked, what are you doing this year for Sickle Cell Awareness Month? Every year I try to do something different and dynamic, but the exact concept wasn’t evident at first. In 2014, after visit St. Jude Children’s Hospital for the first time, I started #30forSickleCell. The purpose of […]
Help us Define What is Sickle Cell? Read More »
Have you ever felt your heart racing and struggled to get your mind to focus and relax? It can be hard to find balance when the world feels chaotic, but you can calm both your mind and your body. Don’t let the actions of others consume you. Stop, gather your thoughts and control your inner
3 Ways to Find Balance When The World Feels Chaotic Read More »
Woman researching sickle cell disease
19 Ways to Celebrate World Sickle Cell Day Read More »
Thank you for visiting my media page. If you are looking to find information on previous appearances, my bio, and headshots, you are on the right page. If you would like to schedule an interview with me the best way to secure an interview is to complete this form. If you need immediate assistance please
As you know World Sickle Cell Day is very close to my heart. Everyday that I look at my daughter and she lives pain-free is a blessing. So far with a healthy diet and drinking plenty of fluids her life has been fine. However, as she grows I learn that when she transitions into adult
5 Facts About Sickle Cell You Should Know – World Sickle Cell Day Read More »
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is one of the institutions at the forefront of sickle cell disease (SCD) research. The hospital does clinical research at their facility in Memphis, TN. Then they transfer their findings to help healthcare professionals around the world offer better care to children and more hope for adults with sickle cell.
Hope For Adults with Sickle Cell #30forSickleCell Read More »
Did you know that with one device you can change the world? Something as small as a smartphone can amplify your influence so that it vibrates across the globe. One tweet can springboard and go viral. One YouTube video could make you into an internet celebrity, one meme can change how the world will view
This is HUGE! Inspired Mobility Changes Lives #NABJNAHJ16 Read More »
If you’re a parent; especially, parenting a child living with a disability I’m sure you know children learn through play. A couple of years ago when I visited St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital I learned how the hospital uses dolls to teach their patients about their diagnosis and treatment. I also remember what a huge
Toys That Teach: Dolls With Disabilities Read More »
2020 Update: There are several education companies who are offering free subscriptions due to School Closings – The document is a Google Drive spreadsheet Click here to see a list of resources compiled by Amazing Educational Resources. Homeschooling isn’t cheap, but for a lot of parents it’s a necessary expense. Homeschooling can be incredibly rewarding,
Free Resources for Parents who Homeschool Their Children Read More »
Giving back is essential when you believe in helping others. This year, I continued to learn more about compassion for others. Giving, is something that is usually ingrained in us while we are still children. Growing up my mom used to take me with her to help sick and elderly people in our community. She
3 Charities that Need You! #GivingTuesday Read More »
