My Happiness is My Sanity
Neffeteria Pugh - Born in the high-crime streets of Oakland, California, she fought to win the title of the average female "making it out the hood." As a product of the streets of eastside Oakland, Neffeteria never had the opportunity to experience a family oriented environment. Living in Brookfield, one of Oakland's most turbulent vicinities, she and her grandmother shared a small 3-bedroom house while struggling to maintain sanity. The biggest struggle was her marriage. She fought to maintain a strong tie with her husband even when things became too much to handle for them both. Due to both parties committing adulterous acts, and losing a baby in the process, the foundation of their marriage began to crumble. Neffe was devastated at the fact that her now ex-husband eventually developed a monogamous relationship with a member of her family. As a coping mechanism, Neffe turned to alcohol to ease out the pain and the hard-times she endured in her marriage. As a result, this unstoppable mother of four she is now a striving to make a difference. Neffe's life motto, "At the end of the day, love God first and family second because My Happiness Is My Sanity."Shawonna Wynn - A native of Toledo, Ohio; is an Author and Poet of inspirational writings. Her books include; "A Prayer Journal for Strength & Dedication" and "Reflective Pick Me Ups". She currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia raising two wonderful children; Chrishanna and Ke'Angelo. Shawonna continues to touch souls everywhere she goes, with her positive outgoing inspiring spirit. To contact Shawonna Wynn email her at s_inc04@yahoo.com.