Remembering Darkness: ChronicleS Sneak Peek
Journey through the primordial darkness and explore the bond between mother and child in this compelling literary work.
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Still I Rise (For My Son) — A Poem of Motherhood, Faith, and Redemption
A powerful poem by Lavonnie McManus inspired by the spirit of Maya Angelou’s “Still I Rise.” Written from lived experience, this piece reflects motherhood, incarceration, faith, and the strength
IF I WOKE UP AS HER
"If I woke as her, the morning light would feel different, revealing strength often overlooked."
Illuminate
"And God said, Let there be light: and there was light." Genesis 1:3
Resilient Motherhood
Thank you for your resilience, Mom. You've given your all, navigating every challenge and circumstance.