Hi babes and welcome to the Nurse Thelms Says series! If you’re not familiar or are new here, my name is Thelma and I am a registered nurse. I specialize in patients with liver issues who need or will soon need a transplant. I also make it my job as a registered nurse to understand the body in its entirety, so that I can be a form of resource for all. Continue Reading
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As my community faces yet another murder at the hands of the police or those that don’t see us as equal — the Black Lives Matter movement continues to be something chanted around the world.
It is something that my people take pride in because for us — “Black Lives Matter” is more than just a hashtag. Continue Reading
When they look at you or me,
have you ever wondered what it is they truly see?
I guess this time in America has caused me to think. Continue Reading
Happy Wednesday babes. I decided that in today’s post I would share some uplifting words to remain sane during quarantine. This is a trying time for us all and although things are beginning to open again — we are still living life in a way we’ve never lived it before. So I hope this post reminds you that though we may be all going a bit stir crazy — we are loved, we are valuable, and God is always in control. Continue Reading
Disclaimer // In my younger years of school, I always dreaded quizzes. I found it weird that a 10 question pop quiz could be used as a measurement of what I knew and didn’t. I mean c’mon, they were 10 questions. However, as I’ve gotten older I’ve found that I actually enjoy taking quizzes… well that is when the subject matter is something of interest to me. I find comfort at times that in this millennial world, a quiz (whether in the pages of Cosmopolitan magazine OR even Vogue) could give me a clearer picture on life… as it relates to dating, friendships, and all the trivial things that make up this millennial world. I mean hey! These quizzes aren’t all knowing and in no way truly dictates who/what you are, but they can be pretty fun and insightful.
That’s why in today’s post, I’ve created a relationship quiz centered around trust. Do you trust your partner? Do they make you feel safe and secure in your relationship? & in the event that you find that you don’t, trust them that is — what possible things can be done about it. Continue Reading