I was born and raised in California. I first started drinking alcohol at the age of 14. I was sexually abused at a very early age by a trusted family friend. I never told my parents, I just don’t think my young mind knew how to process it all and I don’t remember thinking about it much as a child and young adult. I did isolate as a teenager and never understood why I always felt to disconnected and just didn’t fit in with others. I soon turned to drugs to feel included and there started my on again-off again drug use.

In my 30’s, I started having memories and nightmares about the trauma I experienced as a child and my drug use turned into an everyday lifestyle. I was miserable and would often think, “This is my life.” The feelings of despair made me consider taking my own life. Then I heard of the Hoving Home. There I learned how much Jesus loves me. I surrendered my life to him while I was in the program. After my completion I moved to New York to work in the non-profit field. After 4 years, God has called me back to Las Vegas to work for the Hoving Home.

I am honored to be a part of this ministry. God is teaching me about working with women who are going through things He’s brought me through. I am truly blessed every single day.

Favorite Scripture: Zepheniah 3:17

The LORD your God is with you,

He is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing.”

Book on my nightstand:

Clarity and Connection by Yung Pueblo