“From the Fire to the Page: Why I Had to Write This Book”

“Whew chile…”

That’s how most of my stories start. Not just because it’s the name of my book—but because that phrase holds the weight of every “I made it through,” “I can’t believe I stayed,” “Did that really happen?” moment in my life.

I’m Neika Dee—a soulful storyteller, nurse, mama, and survivor of love stories that were both divine and devastating. For years, I kept quiet. Smiled when I wanted to cry. Gave when I had nothing left. Until one day… I stopped dimming my light and started writing it all down.

This blog, like my book, is a space for honesty, healing, humor, and hard truths. I’m not here to impress you—I’m here to free you. If you’ve ever loved too hard, stayed too long, or tried to pray the pain away… sis, this space is for you.

✨ What to Expect From This Blog:

• Behind-the-scenes of writing my Whew Chile book series

• Real-life reflections on faith, sensuality, motherhood, and womanhood

• Sneak peeks at upcoming chapters and book releases

• Guest stories and soulful convos from my podcast Uncensored Grace: Don’t Be Gentle

• A whole lotta healing and honesty

Let’s Heal Out Loud. Together.

Thank you for being here. You could be anywhere on the internet, and you’re here with me. I don’t take that lightly.

Now let’s go on this journey—page by page, post by post.

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Because Whew Chile… this story is just getting started.

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With grace and grit,

Neika Dee