Have you ever had something valuable that doesn’t fit in your new space, yet you don’t want to get rid of it? Yeah, that’s how this post came to life.

Here’s a list of random things I think you should know about me.

Who I Am…

There is still a debate between my parents as to who chose my name, so I’mma go with Shaquan was a God thing and roll with that.

I believe in God…Period. Point. Blank.

I have a husband, two boys, and a dog.

I am a Taurus with stubborn ways.

I love fresh popcorn.

I have the gift of discernment.

I am a sucker for sweets.

I have a side-eye for microwaves.

I say cuss words.

I believe Grease 2 is better than the original.

I own a successful business.

I am super wordy.

I crack myself up at least three times per day.

I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Consumer and Family Economics, with an emphasis in Consumer Affairs. And I have no clue what any of this means.

I intentionally slipped on a banana peel once. There is a story behind it.

I have a circle of family and friends who love the authentic me.

I am a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

I speak to strangers.

I believe in hugs over handshakes.

I define my happiness.

I am unique.

In My Former Life…

I used to have a job.

I used to have a lot of shame.

I used to be good at faking happiness.

I used to feel stuck.

I used to be embarrassed about my name.

I used to be afraid of the unknown.

I used to accept less than what I was worth.

I used to say “I don’t know” when I didn’t want to speak my Truth.

I used to let people drain my energy.

I used to struggle in my marriage.

I used to have a fear of falling out of love.

I used to believe I was alone.

I used to be a bully.

I used to be a side-chick.

I used to have a resting bitch face.

Ok, I’m not sure how to end this post. And because I feel like I should give you something for the 3-minutes of your time spent reading, I’ll leave you with this:

It takes courage to be honest with yourself about yourself… #checkyourBS

Now take a moment and create your own list of random things about you now and then. Because sometimes what was nothing becomes something you learn to know, like and trust.