This is Me, Norrie Yavonne….Welcome!
Hey Sis!
Is it just me, or do you also dread the question, "Tell me about yourself"? It feels so cliché, and naturally, I'm not one to talk about myself often—but that's about to change!
Hi! I’m Norrie Yavonne, a wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and overall TRUE GIRLS' GIRL! I'm a fierce, confident, bold woman of God, a true force to be reckoned with! Ooo, that sounds so good when I say it—it gives me chills! Growing up, I always had a sense of confidence, but I struggled with insecurities and self-esteem due to generational curses that affected me and my decisions in adult life.
I'm the type who smiles in the midst of a storm. I keep pushing through hard times and love being that outlet or support for someone else. I'm also the one who puts everyone and everything before myself. Okay, okay, I know what you're thinking… that's not healthy at all. Listen, I'm a work in progress—I'm not perfect!
Like many young girls, I was a hopeless romantic. I loved everything about LOVE. I wanted the relationship, the hand-holding, the public displays of affection—all of it. Honey, I was all for it! I had my fair share of boyfriends, but it was after high school, when I joined the military, that I met my husband, and we had two beautiful kids. If you didn’t know, the military is known for quick marriages and kids—that's just what they do, lol. This guy was the love of my life, my world, and everything in between. He was MY MAN, MY MAN, MY MAN! I found myself seeking his approval in every decision I made. The confident, outspoken person I once was became blinded by love, insecure, soft-spoken, and lost my sense of self-worth and identity. Sis, I was seeking validation through him without even realizing it. He didn’t force those things on me; it was me battling with understanding who I was and who I was meant to be.
Sadly, my idea of love and marriage no longer matched my reality. The honeymoon phase came to a screeching halt. What I thought was love quickly diminished. Life started life’n, and lies, betrayal, and deceit crept in, resulting in our marriage ending. Our divorce was bad, sis… I mean BAD… BUT GOD!
This is where my new chapter began. I started to pick up the pieces of what I called my life and began to mold them into the life I always envisioned. My relationship with God grew stronger. I learned to take my worries, concerns, and doubts to Him. God had bigger and better plans for me. He wanted to show me that my love for love is still out there. The greatest feeling is to love and be loved in return. God blessed me with just that. Fast forward a few years, my life changed for the better. I got remarried to a man who was completely unexpected but provided the love and comfort I truly needed. I found my best friend, someone who loves me for me and challenges me in every way possible. He helps me be the best version of myself. I had the wedding of my dreams, sis. Everything started to make sense. The sun is shining, the birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, and everything is beyond amazing!
I've embarked on a journey of clarity, purpose, and fulfillment. I have a strong passion for being the go-to person for others. You need a listening ear… I GOT YOU. You need a best friend… I GOT YOU. You need guidance or inspiration… listen, sis, I GOT YOU! As my journey continues, I'm learning to smile more, put myself first, accept every aspect of me, grow with God, and be more intentional in changing the lives of those I cross paths with.
Sis, continue to check in and follow my journey of healing, self-love, purpose, and fulfillment!
This is ME!
Norrie Yavonne
P.S. Sis,
We all have pasts filled with hurt, pain, and trauma. Often, we lack a safe place to share our stories and heal together. If my story resonates with you, I encourage you to share your story and start your healing journey with me and our amazing sisterhood. We are dedicated to encouraging, empowering, and inspiring you to become the best version of yourself.
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