@astoldby_shy
I just used to give a disclaimer to my class every year.
“Look. I’m clumsy, so if I trip and fall, I didn’t. And if y’all laugh, imma laugh too but y’all getting extra homework.”
THEY DID NOT CARE
I’ve been HIV+ for almost 12 years. I’m always here if you need a shoulder, an ear, or a resource. Don’t let anyone’s ignorance make you feel ashamed or unlovable. Leave those people where they are. If you need a village, you can always be a part of mine.
Being an HIV+ individual has meant perpetually dealing with hate from people, but I love my life and the one’s who are in it. I will always advocate and hold space to tell our stories. This is a safe space. We are all worthy of love and peace.
My Personal
#HIVAIDS
Story.
Diagnosed: June 27, 2011
Diagnosis: HIV+
Viral Load was over 90,000
Immune System only 30 % functional
CD4 count was 391
Presently celebrating year 7 of being
#Undetectable
.🙌🏽🙌🏽
Know your status. Get tested routinely.
#BlackTwitter
Year 18.
When my position was eliminated last school year, I knew I wanted to take a step back. I found a place to do that and I’m excited for the new year. Happy First day of School
#FDOS
12+ years and still going strong. Odds are, someone you know is living with HIV. Know your status. Educate yourself so you can support others and End the Stigma.
Today I got 7 year old me and gift for his upcoming 40th Birthday. My nickname growing up was Smurf. I took my 2nd grade school picture with my Smurf stuffie and I’ve always wanted another one. So I bought it. 7 year old me went through hell. He feels loved today.