disclosure

My name is Jonique (John-Neek), I am a single mother of two smart and amazing HIV-negative boys. I was born and raised in New Haven, Connecticut.

I've had this virus nearly 11 years now and not long after diagnosis, I made it public. I'm sure a lot of those reading can relate and understand my frustration.

In May 2014 I finally told my secret; I published a note called "The Hidden Truth" on facebook to inform everyone about my HIV. I had been thinking about coming out of the closet for many years and...

Hi ladies, it's been a long while since I've checked in or written on my blog. Life's been busy, a lot of things have changed for me. Things I thought I would never see. I was 18 when I was diagnosed...

I've spoken briefly about finding out I was living with HIV when I got pregnant with my daughter, but I haven't really spoken on the entire experience. Although I have come to terms with my status and...

As a woman of transgender experience, I remember a time in my life when hiding was a detrimental part of my entire existence, or as I thought at the time. I thought my world would fall apart if anyone...

Con respecto a compartir nuestros diagnóstico con otras personas, creo que no hay una "fórmula mágica" que le funcione a todas las personas de la misma manera

I love being a woman! At this age and with all I've lived and learned, I love being a woman more and more!

Amo ser mujer! A esta edad y con todo lo vivido y aprendido amo cada vez más, ser mujer!

Given that we are in February, which is not only Black History month but also the month of LOVE, I felt compelled to share this message with y'all.