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Name: Patrice
Birth Date: 1955
Title: Success Story
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
I haven't given up the the fight. God has all power. Jesus has the strength, courage and wisdom that I'll inherit
since I've given up my will and am seeking God's will for my life.
African American - Houston, TX
ID: ST-TXZ-PA-0277
Name: Terri
Birth Date: 1955
Title: Angel Unaware
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
She shows the Christian life I had always lived. If my ex-husband (a minister) and I had never divorced, I would
never have this illness. But I would rather I had this and be an example to others.
And, so my 3 sons will always take precautions.
Caucasian- Harris, TX
ID: ST-TXZ-TE-0268
Name: S
Birth Date: 1963
Title: "Awareness"
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
This disease has given me the ability to open my mouth, feel like a super star, change like a butterfly, use all of
my tools, study more, find the key to life, be creative, use the phone to call for support, and always stay in touch
with my femininity.
Hispanic - Houston, TX
ID: ST-TXZ-S/-0269
Name: Unknown
Birth Date: 1954
Title: Disco Lady
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
I was once a beautiful Disco Lady. Met a man - married him. He put his dirty hands all over me. Now I got HIV. I
have to wear glasses cause I'm going blind. But I still like to party. I will live with this and not die. Praise God!
African American - Houston, TX
ID: ST-TXZ-UN-0270
Name: Sandra
Birth Date: 1960
Title: Faith, Hope & Courage
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
My faith carried me through when the darkness of this disease took over my body. It was like hiding under a tree
and that was not enough. The telephone did not stop ringing. You could have just sawed me in half, put me up for
sale. But nobody wanted me. After you sawed me in half - to make sure I was dead - unloaded the bullets in me
until the gun was empty. My lips on my face were so big. I could not tell you enough. Until one day I remembered
that the Lord loves me. No matter what, He thinks I am a rose and when all else fails I can always pray or read
the instructions.
African American - Houston, TX
ID: ST-TXZ-SA-0271
Name: Unknown
Birth Date: 1972
Title: The Good and the Bad
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
In life you have to take the good with the bad. Although my illness is bad I can still find and have good things in
my life. On my back you see some feelings I have on a day to day basis. Some good, some bad. The black gown
represents the dark feelings. But in the front you see all the good things I still have or can look to for happiness.
You can look forward to...the holidays at home with your kids and family...a fishing trip...walking the dog...counting
the start...calling your friends or a counsellor...keep your heart open to love...smell the roses. Just live and love
life.
African American -Houston, TX
ID: ST-TXZ-UN-0272
Name: Amy
Birth Date: 1969
Title: Grace
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
HIV has given me the ability or tools to see life in a different light. To see that the things that are important are
stopping to smell the flowers, staying strong, finding support, remembering family and friends, work hard for what
you want, and always show love. I know everyone's journey with HIV is a special story and so I have shared mine
through the years. I have learned the key to life is a positive attitude, faith and God as your foundation.
Caucasian - Houston, TX
ID: ST-TXZ-AM-0273
Name: Merrit
Birth Date: 1963
Name:
Honey
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
When I have to stop working due to my illness, where am I going to get the money I need for Rent? Food?
Telephone? My cats? When the time comes for me to "retire", how am I going to pay of my credit card bills? My
dental care? "Please show me the money!"
Caucasian - Houston, TX
ID: ST-TXZ-ME-0274
Name: Gwendolyn
Birth Date: 1965
Title: Knowledge
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
Upon my journey of life I took an HIV/AIDS test. November 1995 my life changed for the better because the seeds
of growth started coming my way. If a person waters their garden, fruit will grow.
If not, it will die. That is how HIV/AIDS is seeking knowledge. Don't be afraid to ask about the beauty of life, such
as: sex, condoms, drugs, etc. Education is the key!!!
African American - Houston, TX
ID: ST-TXZ-GW-2075
Name: Jacqueline
Birth Date: 1952
Title: Pac Women
HIV Diagnosis: Unknown
Feeling little people inside my body eating me up!! Ugly, Sad Wild, Crazy, and I Cannot find myself
Searching, Destroy, HIV bandit lady. The good is to help others around the world. Safe sex. People around the
world, take care of yourselves.
Spanish - Houston, TX
ID: ST-TXZ-JA-0276
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