Domestic Outreach for Victims Empowerment Inc.

10/10/2026

Today, I pause —
not because I am weak,
but because my spirit deserves
a moment of truth.

I name the weight I carry,
the thoughts that crowd the quiet,
the ache that sometimes rises
without asking permission.
And still — I rise.

I honor the courage it takes
to sit with myself,
to breathe through the noise,
to choose softness
in a world that rushes.

I remind my heart:
I am allowed to rest.
I am allowed to feel.
I am allowed to heal
at the pace my soul understands.

Hope is not loud today —
but it is present,
a small steady flame
refusing to dim.

And I whisper to that flame:
Thank you
for staying lit
even when life feels heavy.

On this Mental Health Day,
I choose compassion,
I choose truth,
I choose the quiet miracle
of showing up
for myself.

Copyright ©️ Sónita Gaines D

10/10/2026

09/27/2026

A thousand hearts, a thousand hands,
Standing with us as our mission expands.

Each follow is a whisper of hope,
Each share helps someone learn to cope.
Together we rise, together we stand,
Lifting survivors with a gentle hand.

Thank you for walking this journey with care—
For every like, every voice, every share.
Your presence reminds us we’re not alone;
With you, our outreach has truly grown.

So here’s to the next steps we’ll take as one—
More healing, more courage, more work to be done.
With gratitude deep and joy that’s true,
We celebrate this milestone because of you.

Copyright ©️ Sónita Gaines D