Therapy has transformed life in ways I never expected. As a queer foster alum who grew up in poverty; constantly amazed at the growth, insight and calm I find, even on rough days. Grateful for every moment and ready to keep growing. #Queer #FosterAlum #MentalHealth #LivedXperience #HealingInProg

Second time running the Owyhee Off-Road Challenge—13.1 miles, 1600+ ft of gain, and all the feels. Thought it was 700 ft… surprise! Mile 12 nearly broke me, but I finished strong. Grateful for the views, the pain, and my mom’s voice in my head pushing me forward.

Exciting news! My book, The Intersection, is almost here—a memoir exploring journeys thru foster care, military life, and social work in the name of social justice. Join me for updates, behind-the-scenes, & more. Sign up here: forms.gle/LSU9qdUEmSD3...

#Memoir #BookLaunch #SocialWork #QueerVoices

23 of 28–Michelle Obama redefined First Lady fashion—elevating Black designers and breaking stereotypes with bold, elegant style. ✨ #BlackHistoryMonth #MichelleObamaStyle #RepresentationMatters

Fresh lemon bars straight from the oven! 🍋💛 Perfect

Every edit, every rewrite, every “what was I even saying?” moment—proof that this work matters.
I wasn’t imagining things. I wasn’t wrong to believe in this. And I won’t stop now. #TheIntersection #WritingLife

6 years on the Family Advocates board, now President-Elect & still in awe. As a former foster youth, it’s full circle. The For the Love of a Child Gala was amazing—even if I left empty-handed at the auction.I’ll be back next year, ready to bid (and probably lose again) 😏
#FamilyAdvocates #FullCircle

20/28 – Hip-hop artists such as Tupac, Aaliyah, & Missy Elliott redefined fashion in the 90s&2000s, blending streetwear with high fashion to create iconic trends.
Slide: @lalunegroup
Sources:
www.complex.com
www.highsnobiety.com
#BlackHistory#BHM2025 #TupacStyle#MissyElliottInfluence #CulturalLegacy

Protect. Your. Peace. At all costs. #ProtectYourPeace
#MentalHealthMatters
#SelfCare
#BoundariesAreKey
#StayGrounded
#InnerPeace
#PrioritizeYourself

19 of 28 – Black-owned swimwear brands such as Andrea Iyamah are redefining luxury with bold designs that celebrate culture and individuality.
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Slide cred: @lalunegroup
Sources:
www.essence.com
www.glamour.com
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#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025 #BlackOwnedBrands #SwimwearDesign #AndreaIyamah

18 of 28–Stephen Burrows broke barriers in the ‘70s as one of the 1st Black designers to achieve international recognition for bold and innovative fashion.
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Slide: @lalunegroup
Sources:
cfda.com
www.vogue.com
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025 #StephenBurrows #BlackExcellence #RepresentationMatters

Toughest Half Marathon in the Northwest for a 4x! 🏃‍♂️🏔️ 13.1 miles, 2,100’ elevation gain, and yes, I’ll be annoyed again—but it’s all worth it! 😅
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#ToughestHalfMarathon#RaceToRobieCreek #HalfMarathon#TrailRunning#IdahoTrails#BoiseRunning #ExploreIdaho#PacificNorthwest #HillHell#SufferFest#SendHelp

17 of 28 – Black-owned nail salons have redefined the art of manicures, inspiring bold, creative designs that have influenced global beauty trends.
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Slide design credit: @lalunegroup
Sources:
www.essence.com
www.allure.com
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#BlackHistoryMonth#BHM2025#BlackOwnedSalons#RepresentationMatters

Meal prep: 4 meals. 3 batches of cookies, & officially clocking out. Don’t even know how I managed to pull it off. 💤 Also—When is my knight in shining armor pulling up so I can retire into my true calling as a housewife w/ a therapy side hustle?😂 #MealPrep#Cookies #HousewifeInTraining #WhereIsMyKing

Meal prep: Fridge stocked, burritos wrapped, 🌯🔥

Crispy honey garlic chicken, veggie Pad Thai, ground turkey sloppy joes with veggies, and breakfast burritos ready to bake —because why settle for a sad, soggy microwave burrito?

#MealPrepMagic #ToasterOvenForTheWin #BalancedButTired #BurritoSeason

16 of 28 – Tracee Ellis Ross’s Pattern Beauty empowers individuals with curly, coily, and tight-textured hair through products that celebrate natural beauty and inclusivity.
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Slide design credit: @lalunegroup
Sources:
www.patternbeauty.com
www.harpersbazaar.com
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#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025

15 of 28 – Eunice Johnson’s Ebony Fashion Fair revolutionized the fashion industry, spotlighting Black designers and models while bringing couture to Black audiences.
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Slide design credit: @lalunegroup
Sources:
www.ebony.com
www.chicagotribune.com
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#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM2025