14th Annual Flight of the Butterflies- Butterflies of Hope Lupus Warrior Stories is a powerful celebration of strength, survival, and spirit. Through the eyes and hearts of lupus warriors, we share stories that often go unseen. Stories of pain, resilience, and triumph! These butterflies may have been battered by the storm, but they continue to rise, wings open, ready to soar.
At Lupus In Color, we honor each journey as a flight of courage and beauty, reminding the world that even in the midst of lupus, warriors still fly.
Flight of the Butterflies
Lupus Warrior Tameka Murray
I was diagnosed with SLE and other illness as well in 1999. Life before lupus was very tough. I had a mother who had lupus and passed away from it at the age of 39. She was diagnosed at 19 years old and so I began my journey in research to find out if I had it which took me until the year 1999 after the birth of my last child, ater many trials and tribulations.
I once was energetic happy on the go all the time. I’ve been slowed down due to this illness, but I will not allow it to stop me
My biggest challenge with having lupus is providing for a family of six who are now adults and my husband who was on dialysis, who recently lost at the age of 47 October 5, 2025.
My students are my family, the inspiration that I received from my mother have helped me. After doing research and making myself knowledgeable of the things to do to make my life as fit for me as possible, I knew I could never give up the faith. I have always had the strength to pull through it push pushing myself because I know that I can and will get past any issue.
The things that helped me to heal and deal on the days that I am down are my grandchildren. They are my light. They are the reason to give me hope inspiration. I enjoy and love being with them, spending time with them, and giving as much of me as I can. I always let them know and make them aware of my situation. Making them knowledgeable so that in times of need, they are there to help me. They are the best thing that ever happened to me at this point.
I would want someone newly diagnosed with lupus to know they should never give up the fight.There is hope and we have people who value you. There is a whole community of support group groups that you can belong to. There are people that will help you along the way. Be patient, take your time, and listen to your body. It all depends on you. There is hope in life after lupus. I am 52 years old and I am still lupus strong.
Lupus In Color Salutes you!
YOU ARE BRAVE, COURAGEOUS, AMAZING and STRONG TO SHARE YOUR STORY.
YOUR BUTTERFLY WINGS ARE FLUTTERING, YOUR CHIN IS UP, YOUR ARMS ARE EXTENDED AND YOUR CHEST IS OUT! FLY ON BUTTERFLY!
FLY ON!
PLEASE SHARE THIS FLIGHT ON YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA AND START THE BUTTERFLY JOURNEY SPREADING LUPUS AWARENESS!
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