17 days.

That's how long it’s been since I've written or posted anything on my blog. The day after I posted ”Why would I stop? Part 1, I received some unpleasant comments from an anonymous coward. The person attempted to shame me about being molested by my older brother and asked me very personal questions pertaining to my sexuality and my transition. I was blindsided by the audacity of this person and began to question if I wanted to share and be that transparent about my experiences.

It wasn't until I heard bishop say ” I am not going to argue or debate about my truth because the authenticity of my experience with the Divine is enough for me. You are in a season of your life where you do not have to tolerate people who don’t respect you. Do not be silent! If they don’t receive you, they are not called to you and you cannot allow confirmation to be rejection. Rejection from the believer is confirmation. We are not called to them and we should not keep wasting our time on nonbelievers. You have people defending your name who have never met you.”

The number 17 represents a new beginning, an indication that you are on the right part in your journey. It brings spiritual-awareness, wisdom, responsibility, compassion, and self-discipline.

In every step of my life, I have had people who I've never met in person support me, believe in me, show up for me, truly see me for who I was created to be and not for my mistakes, flaws, and experiences I couldn't control. I've had people I'd just met confirm my purpose and I refuse to allow a wayward individual, crying out for attention, to alter my journey.

To the individual in question, I am more than willing to sit and speak with you about how I can help you on your journey of loving yourself and showing empathy and compassion for others. I understand that protecting your pain on others is something that beings you temporary comfort yet your heart remains bitter. I'm here to share my love and shine my light into your darkness.

Love and light…