Diana Collins talks with Tia Smith about her journey.
My name is Tia Smith, born in Oakland, Ca I have three children four, six, and ten. Currently, I am a stay at home mom. After eighteen years in the banking industry. I also worked for the City of Phoenix as a Recreational Leader working with youth. I am a titleholder Ms. Triumph Over Tragedy 2014. I am a Christian woman who believes God is my rock, my protection, and my savior. I believe if you put God first all your blessings will follow.
I am a survivor of family domestic violence. At the young age of eight, my mother was taken away from me right in front of my eyes. My character has been molded by the many obstacles I have faced since this incident. In spite of this senseless act of violence, I feel that I am a real-life example of triumph over tragedy. When faced with the crossroads to become a victim or a survivor, I chose to be a survivor. I also decided that simply being a survivor was not sufficient for me. I have been following the destiny laid out for me and feel that my story can help other victims overcome the obstacles they face. By sharing my story, I am letting others know that they are not alone, and they too can overcome anything.
In this journey, I feel like I have blossomed into an intelligent, optimistic, beautiful, wise woman. It took me a long while to accept that about myself but now I am free. I am passionate about family, love, respect, women's rights, and music. My ambition is to share my story with women all over the world. In hopes that I can save a life. This is my therapy sharing my story.. What the enemy meant for evil, God has turned into my testimony!
