PrincessCrystalSays

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By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com Some days I wake up and feel unstoppable — confident, radiant, full of purpose. But there are other days… days when I feel like the weight of the world is pressing down on my chest, when the mirror reflects only exhaustion, when my heart aches from battles I don’t talk…

How I Found God In My Hospital Room

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By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com It wasn’t a church. It wasn’t during a sermon. It wasn’t even a moment of praise. I found God in a cold, sterile hospital room, hooked up to machines, facing the terrifying unknown of aggressive and experimental cancer treatment. I was physically weak, emotionally drained, and still living under the…

It Took Me 23 Years to Walk Away — And I’m Still Standing

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For 23 years, I stayed with a man who hurt me. Not just with his fists, but with every lie, every betrayal, and every moment he made me feel small, worthless, or invisible. He cheated on me constantly, as if my love, loyalty, and endurance were disposable. And for 23 years, I believed that somehow,…

The Little Things Matter Most

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By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com Sometimes, we get caught up in the idea that love and kindness have to be grand gestures. That to make an impact, we need to do something big—buy expensive gifts, throw surprise parties, or show up in some jaw-dropping way. But the truth is, it’s the little things that often…

Good News, Grateful Heart, and a Scene-Stealing Service Dog

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By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com Today’s doctor visit brought a lot of emotions—relief, gratitude, and a healthy dose of laughter, thanks to my trusty service dog, Tidbit. First, the best part: my blood pressure was perfect, and my A1C is down! For anyone managing type 2 diabetes, you know how much those numbers mean. They’re…

Five Minutes of Forever: Seeing My Niece Before She Leaves

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By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com Today was one of those days that reminded me how love doesn’t need hours—it only needs moments. Just five minutes. That’s all I had with my sweet niece Jaeci before she left for Virginia. But those five minutes? They were everything. There’s something so powerful about seeing someone who holds…

Title: Speaking Peace into Your Life—A Daily Affirmation for the Soul

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By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com In the hustle and noise of everyday life, peace can feel like a luxury—something distant, fleeting, or even unattainable. But what if we could speak peace into existence? What if it started not with our circumstances, but with our words? The quote from the image above says: “I speak peace…

Why My Story Still Matters Today

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By Princess Crystal of | PrincessCrystalSays.com Some days I wonder if my story still matters. I’ve written about pain. I’ve written about healing. I’ve opened up about cancer, grief, love, survival, and faith. But in a world that moves fast and forgets easily, sometimes I question: Does it still matter? And then I remember— Yes.…

I Found Purpose Through Pain

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By Princess Crystal of | PrincessCrystalSays.com There were days I didn’t think I would make it. Nights where grief wrapped around me like a blanket too heavy to shake off. Moments when cancer treatments left me weak and uncertain. Times when I asked God why me? and didn’t hear an answer right away. But through…

Why God Still Loves Imperfect People Like Me

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By Princess Crystal of| PrincessCrystalSays.com I’ve made mistakes. I’ve doubted. I’ve yelled at God in the dark and whispered prayers soaked in shame. I’ve walked through heartbreak, trauma, grief, and moments I’m not proud of. There were times I didn’t feel lovable—even to myself. But here’s what I’ve learned in the deepest places of my…

Being A Princess In God’s Eyes Saved Me

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By Princess Crystal of | PrincessCrystalSays.com There were days I didn’t feel like royalty. In fact, I felt the opposite—broken, rejected, tired, invisible. Life had handed me more pain than peace. People had left scars where there should have been love. And for a long time, I believed the lie that I wasn’t enough. But…

I Found My Voice Through Writing My Truth

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By Princess Crystal of | PrincessCrystalSays.com There was a time when I didn’t know how to speak up for myself. A time when I swallowed pain, stayed silent in suffering, and smiled through heartbreak just to keep the peace. But then something shifted. I picked up a pen, opened a blank screen, and let the…

Welcome to PrincessCrystalSays.com: A Kingdom of Real, Raw, and Relatable Truth

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By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com Twelve years ago, I had a dream—and that dream became a website and blog that was called PrincessCrystalSays.com. It started with a simple idea: what if there was a place where people could come as they are, find comfort in real stories, and be reminded of their worth in God’s…

How to Beat Depression: Steps Toward Light in the Darkness

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By Princess Crystal| PrincessCrystalSays.com Let’s talk about something real. Depression is not just sadness. It’s not just a bad day. It’s a heavy fog that settles in and makes everything feel harder—getting up, eating, working, smiling… even just existing. I’ve faced that darkness. I’ve fought through it. And I know I’m not alone. If you’re…

Join the PrincessCrystalSays.com Community: Let’s Grow Together

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By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com If you’ve ever read one of my blog posts and thought, “Wow, I needed that,” then you’re already part of the heart behind PrincessCrystalSays.com. This blog was never meant to be just me talking to you—it’s always been about creating a space where we can connect, relate, and walk through…

How PrincessCrystalSays.com Uses Social Media to Shine, Share & Connect

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By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com When I first created PrincessCrystalSays.com, I had no idea where it would lead. I just knew I had something to say—something real, raw, and relatable. What I didn’t expect was how powerful social media would become in helping me share my voice, grow my platform, and connect with amazing people…

12 Years of PrincessCrystalSays.com: Real, Raw & Relatable

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Describe a risk you took that you do not regret. By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com Twelve years ago, I took a leap of faith. No map, no manual—just a heart full of stories and a spark that told me I had something to say. That’s when PrincessCrystalSays.com was born. What started as a simple website…

Healing From Church Hurt: Finding Faith After the Pain

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By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com There’s no hurt quite like church hurt—the kind that doesn’t just bruise your heart, but shakes your spirit. When people who claim to speak for God end up wounding you, it can leave you feeling betrayed, confused, and even ashamed for trusting in the first place. I’ve been there. Maybe…

My Forever Love: Patrick

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By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com Some people search their whole lives for a love that feels effortless. A love that’s equal parts passion, protection, laughter, and deep, soul-rooted connection. I didn’t have to search forever—because God brought me Patrick right through my front door. He is my true love, my twin flame, my soulmate. And…

My Chihuahua Crew: Love, Loyalty, and Little Legs

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By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com There’s just something special about having dogs that aren’t just pets—they’re family. And for me, my heart belongs to three of the cutest, sweetest little companions you could ever meet: The Daddy who is Dobby, the Baby who is Pistol, and Tidbit is the mama and they truly loyal, loveable…

Losing My Momma: Like Losing My Big Sister

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By Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com Some people lose their mom. I lost my best friend, my big sister, and my mother all in one. You see, my grandparents raised me—so my momma wasn’t just “Mom.” She was more like the big sister I never had. We didn’t always see eye-to-eye (okay, we fought like sisters),…

Missing My Twin Brother: A Bond That Time Can’t Break

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By Princess Crystal of Princesscrystalsays.com There are certain losses that carve into your soul in a way nothing else can. Losing my twin brother was one of them. Three years ago, cancer stole him from this world—throat cancer, while he was still serving time for non-violent crimes. He didn’t deserve to die behind bars, and…

20 Years Cancer-Free: A Royal Anniversary

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By Crystal Amon | PrincessCrystalSays.com Today marks 20 years since I beat Stage 2B cervical cancer. Twenty years of life I wasn’t promised. Twenty years of breath, battles, breakthroughs, and blessings. Twenty years of walking in healing, holding onto hope, and wearing my invisible crown a little higher every day. I still remember the day…

Survivor, Student, Daughter of the King: My 20-Year Journey Through Cervical Cancer

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By Crystal Amon of PrincessCrystalSays.com Twenty years. It’s been two decades since I stared cancer in the face and told it, “You don’t get to win.” I was diagnosed with Stage 2B cervical cancer, and though the journey broke me in ways I can’t explain, it also built me. Into a woman of purpose. Into…

Missing My Papa: A Love That Never Leaves

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By Princess Crystal Princesscrystalsays.com Some people are born into your life. Others become it. For me, that person was my Papa. He wasn’t just the man who raised me—he was my best friend. My safe place. My protector. And out of the three of us kids… I was his favorite. Everyone knew it. He never…

Being One of God’s Imperfect Princesses

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By Crystal Amon AKA Princess Crystal of PrincessCrystalSays.com Let me tell you a secret. I’m a princess—but not the kind you see in perfect gowns and polished glass slippers. I’m the clumsy kind. The kind who trips on life’s dance floor, spills the tea (literally and figuratively), and sometimes wonders if her crown is even…

How the Holy Spirit Speaks to You: Is It Your Gut Feeling?

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By Princess Crystal PrincessCrystalSays.com Have you ever had a moment where something deep inside told you what to do—or not to do—and you couldn’t explain it? Maybe it was a strong sense of peace in a tough decision, a warning that made you pause, or a gentle nudge to reach out to someone. Many people…

What Is Eternal Life with Jesus and God?

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By Princess Crystal Princesscrystalsays.com Eternal life. It’s a phrase we hear in church, read in Scripture, and maybe even wonder about in quiet moments. But what does it really mean to have eternal life with Jesus and God? Is it just about heaven? Or is there more to it than that? Let’s dive into this…

Understanding Autism: A Look Into the Spectrum

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By Princess Crystal PrincessCrystalSays.com When people talk about autism, you might hear a lot of different things—some true, some confusing, and some completely wrong. So let’s break it down in a clear and compassionate way: What is autism, really? What Is Autism? Autism, or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a developmental condition that affects how…

What an Equal Relationship Looks Like — And How It Can Help You Blossom

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